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Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Breakfast meal
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor spa tub
Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1-3-1, Futaba-cho, Yamagata, Yamagata-ken, 990-0828
  • Kajo Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Yamagata City Local History Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Yamagata Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Yamagata (GAJ)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Smoking

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room-Non-Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Semi-Double Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Semi-Double Room-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room-Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room-Non-Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1

About the neighborhood

Yamagata

In Yamagata .Steps from the hotel, you'll find Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Museum of Science and Industry. Yamagata Castle and Yamagata Prefectural Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Kajo Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Yamagata City Local History Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Yamagata Prefectural Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Yamagata Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort - 18 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Akayu Station - 28 min drive
  • Yamagata Airport (GAJ) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪そば処 三津屋 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪ラーメン&カレー アッキー - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪ロビーラウンジ ゆう - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪山形どんどん焼き おやつ屋さん - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪いのこ家 山形田 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

  • 214 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae offers 214 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and slippers. 26-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Yamagata hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: JPY 1000 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
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, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae to the airport?

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae is 14.9 mi (26-min drive) away from the Yamagata Airport (GAJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae?

As of Sep 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae on Sep 15, 2025 start from $80.49, 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 Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae.

Does Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae offer free breakfast?

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for JPY 1000 per night.

Does Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae have a pool?

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae to downtown Yamagata?

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae is 0.3 mi away from Yamagata.

Reviews

Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 317 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 317 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 317 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 317 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 317 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well located hotel with good facilities

The hotel is fantastically located next to the station and within walking distance of Kajo park. The room was clean and a lot larger than many other business hotels in Japan. The breakfast was decent with a variety of options to suit most diners as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would give the staff 10 stars if possible! Everyone on staff was excellent. If I could change one thing with the hotel, I would ask for the non-smoking rooms to be priced the same as the smoking rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Christina

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
OK for overnight stay as it closes to station. Hotel looks old. Hot tub is crowd and water extremely hot. Breakfast is crowd and impossible for more food as the line up is long.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Kenichi

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Breakfast

Great place to stay. Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chiew, Kota Kinabalu

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front office is very good hospitality. Upon arriving 1pm. The room is ready for my check in. Has coffee provided at the lobby and good breakfast in the morning. Will consider again to stay there next time if I go to Yamagata.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel. There's MaxValu behind the hotel so it's very perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Functional hotel for solo travellers

As a solo traveller, you'll have all your necessities for what you need. They have a authentic breakfast buffet, coupled with a onsen after a long day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Goh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient

Highly recommended. Walking distance from Yamagata JR station and bus stop to Mount Zao. Free coffee in lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Wong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tosh, Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Trained staff

I happened to have a thing left behind at this hotel. Upon contact, the hotel staff immediately reacted with trained manner. My thing had been delivered to my H.Q. in this trip without any charges in 2 days. It was more than 1000km away! I phoned for Thanking and found that attended person knew all this case was about. Impressed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay on the way to yamadera

Decor is very 1980s but of good quality and very well maintained. Staff and location could not have been better.

10/10 Excellent

Hui Lian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and comfortable

Staff were very helpful and polite. Check in was a breeze even though I arrived close to midnight! There is even an open air hot bath on the rooftop and the rooms were well-equipped with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Very near the JR Yamagata station.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A station handy value-for-money business hotel !!

As with Japanese business hotels generally, the room was tiny, but great value for money, handy to the station, and a yummy complimentary breakfast albeit with a mainly Japanese twist - but still plentiful and tasty.

10/10 Excellent

Douglas, Elizabethtown, KY USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel Service. Location Very Convenient

I had mistakenly booked my reservations for the night before our actual stay. The hotel staff was very understanding and agreed to simply transfer our reservation to that night. Also, they held our bags for us when we arrived early, so we could go sightseeing. When we arrived back at the hotel our bags were waiting for us in our rooms. Just a great hotel and I will be sure to look for Route Inn for all future trips to Asia.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the hotel is very comfort. The location is also convenience.

6/10 Okay

norihiko

Business traveler
朝食に和食以外のパンを選ぶと1種類しかなく、ヨーグルトなども無くて困った。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋がゆったりしてくつろげました。お風呂も心地よく、朝食も満足です。 駅から近い点が一番評価できます。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANGEE

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

HITOMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
駅から近く最高の立地。シングルルーム利用でしたが、部屋が広々して設備も充実。 大浴場が最上階なので、1階に大浴場のあるホテルと違って、宿泊客やホテルスタッフと遭遇する事が無く快適。 朝食メニューが日替りの為、連泊者にとっては有難く、山形ならではの出汁や玉コンなど美味しくいただけた。 食事する座席が多く、混み合って居ても直ぐに座れる状況だった。 細やかながらもサービスにいただいたおやつのおつまみが微笑ましく嬉しかった。 一つだけ残念なのは、大浴場の浴槽の中、足元に感じる砂利の様な物がチョッと不快に感じた。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Takumi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
従業員の対応が良かった。 部屋のふとんにベッドカバーのような余計なものがなく、使いやすくて良かった。 風呂はせっかく最上階にあるので、フィルムで全部を隠さずに一部景色が見えるようにしてほしかった。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025