Hotel Taikan
7,6/10 Very good - Based on 80 reviews
Hotel Taikan, also known as Yumori Hotel Taikan, sits in the Tsunagi Yunotate area outside Morioka, offering views over Lake Gosho and toward Mount Iwate. The property combines the scale of a resort with traditional ryokan touches: a mix of Japanese-style rooms and Western-configured guest rooms, communal lounges and a lakeside café. Public areas emphasize seasonal scenery through large windows and terraces, and the layout is designed to accommodate families and groups while retaining quieter corners for solitary relaxation.
The hot spring facilities are central to the experience. The house spring, known as Taikan-no-yu, supplies bathhouses and outdoor pools with continuously flowing natural spring water; facilities include a large open-air bath and an ancient hinoki cypress bath, along with an indoor bathing area. Day-use bathing is offered, and several guest rooms include their own open-air baths, so the property functions as both a ryokan with onsen in Iwate and, for selected accommodations, a ryokan with private onsen in Iwate. Bathing areas are partly wheelchair-accessible and follow Japanese onsen etiquette.
Rooms range from tatami-floored suites to twin and family rooms, many furnished with views toward the lake; some units provide private bathing decks. Mealtime emphasizes local ingredients with a buffet and seasonal dishes prepared on-site, and there is a small shop selling regional specialties. Practical amenities include complimentary parking, guest transfers to local transport hubs on schedules, luggage storage and multilingual staff at reception. The overall tone is practical and service-oriented, aimed at guests seeking a thermal-bath centric stay near Morioka.
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Review summary for: Hotel Taikan
Positive Reviews
Excellent hot spring baths
Multiple guests praised the onsen as a highlight: large indoor and outdoor baths, 100% flowing hot spring water, distinctive mineral scent and noticeable skin benefits, and overall very relaxing.
Good buffet meals with local ingredients
Many reviewers enjoyed the dinner and breakfast buffets—wide selection, freshly prepared items (eg. grilled meat, freshly fried tempura, maitake rice), use of local produce and a well-liked drinks corner.
Friendly, helpful staff and extra services
Staff were frequently described as polite and accommodating; examples include being met at the bus stop and escorted to rooms, shuttle services to local attractions and helpful event transportation, which improved the stay.
Spacious, clean rooms with scenic views
Several guests noted roomy, comfortable rooms (especially family rooms) that were clean and offered attractive views of the lake/river/reservoir, enhancing the relaxation experience.
Good value and plentiful facilities
Reviewers mentioned strong cost‑performance: many felt the overall package (onsen, meals, services) was a good deal and enjoyed the variety of hotel facilities and activities offered.
Negative Reviews
Aging/outdated facilities
Numerous reviews mentioned that the building, room decor and some facilities feel dated or in need of renovation; a few guests found this affected their impression of the hotel.
Noise and thin walls
Several guests reported thin partitioning and disturbance from neighboring rooms (families/children), which could interrupt sleep or early mornings for some visitors.
Cleanliness and maintenance issues
Some visitors noted specific hygiene or maintenance problems—examples include slippery/film‑coated bath floors, unclean windows and an overly crowded koi tank causing odor in public areas.
Room amenities and equipment shortcomings
A number of comments pointed to lacking or low‑quality in‑room amenities: weak hairdryers, uncomfortable bed/sofa springs, limited or absent toiletries reported by one guest, AC/temperature control issues, and fridges not pre‑cooled.
Access, parking and service inconveniences
A few guests mentioned practical inconveniences such as slow check‑in, limited parking spaces, and a rough/uneven access road to the property, which affected arrival and parking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most standard rooms are designed for 2 guests, while family and Japanese/Western rooms can accommodate 3–4 people; some room types offer extra bedding or sofa-beds.
Yes — the property offers natural hot‑spring baths including a large public bath and outdoor rotenburo; public bathing hours are typically afternoon–midnight and early morning (for example 15:00–24:00 and 05:00–10:00).
A complimentary shuttle is offered; advance reservation with the hotel is usually required, so contact the front desk before arrival to reserve a pickup.
By car the hotel is about 40–45 minutes from Iwate Hanamaki Airport and roughly 20–25 minutes from Morioka Station, depending on traffic.
Japanese is the primary language at the ryokan; staff can assist in basic English but guests may find a translation app helpful for detailed requests.
The hotel has on‑site dining with dinner and breakfast service, commonly offered buffet‑style or set menus depending on the plan, plus a snack bar and lounge area for light drinks and snacks.
Yes — expect tatami or Japanese/Western mixed rooms on some plans, yukata provided for guests, communal bathing customs in the onsen, and other regional touches.
Nearby highlights include the Tsunagi Onsen area and footbaths steps away, Morioka Handi‑Works Village, Lake Gosho and Koiwai Farm, all reachable within a short drive.
Local buses connect Morioka Station to the Tsunagi Onsen area (about 30–32 minutes by bus), taxis take around 20–25 minutes from Morioka Station, and Shizukuishi Station is a short drive away for regional train connections.
Some room types include private open‑air baths or can be booked for private bathing; pets are not permitted on property; convenience stores and supermarkets are a short drive away and the front desk can give directions.