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Pension Buddy

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Escape to a serene forest retreat, surrounded by nature and rustic charm.
Relax by the pool surrounded by a beautiful mosaic tile design.
Experience a serene retreat at Pension Buddy, a cozy cabin-style building nestled among snow-covered trees.
Enjoy the serene view of the surrounding trees from the comfort of this room, featuring a table and chairs.
Cozy bedroom with a single bed, nightstand, and lamp, set amidst rustic charm with exposed wooden beams.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
1095-59, Soharayama, Hibara, Kitashiobara, Fukushima, 969-2701
  • Goshikinuma Lake
  • Lake Hibara
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Morohashi Museum of Modern Art
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking

Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 108 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kitashiobara

In Kitashiobara .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Kitashiobara hotel, you'll find Lake Sonohara and Lake Hibara. Goshikinuma Lake and Bandai 3D World are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Hibara - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Morohashi Museum of Modern Art - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Urabandai Nekoma Ski Area - 14 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Urabandai Ski Area - 15 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Inawashiro Lake - 29 min drive - 16.9 miles

Getting around

  • Inawashiro Station (JR) - 36 min drive
  • Fukushima Airport (FKS) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪裏磐梯物産館 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪第1ゴールドハウス目黒 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪奥裏磐梯らぁめんや - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪裏磐梯カフェ - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪ヒバラダイニング - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Pension Buddy

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kitashiobara hotel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Pension Buddy offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and toothbrushes and toothpaste. This Kitashiobara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Ski passes

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (6:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

Pension Buddy Hotel
Pension Buddy Kitashiobara
Pension Buddy Hotel Kitashiobara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pension Buddy to the airport?

Pension Buddy is 53.2 mi (82-min drive) away from the Fukushima Airport (FKS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pension Buddy?

As of Jul 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pension Buddy on Jul 30, 2025 start from $87.35, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Pension Buddy have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pension Buddy.

Does Pension Buddy offer free breakfast?

Pension Buddy does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pension Buddy?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Pension Buddy?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pension Buddy?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Pension Buddy have a pool?

Pension Buddy does not have a pool.

Does Pension Buddy have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Pension Buddy have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Pension Buddy to downtown Kitashiobara?

Pension Buddy is 1.5 mi away from Kitashiobara.

Pension Buddy Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

カズヤ

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ペンション内もきれいで 静かで居心地がよかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

YUUKI

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
隣、上の部屋の生活音が丸聞こえでうるさい。 お湯などサービスはあり助かりました。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Hakbu

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

chihiro

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Nao

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022