Pension Buddy

8.0
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Soharayama-1095-59 Hibara, Kitashiobara, Yama District, Fukushima 969-2701, Japan

+81 241-32-2920

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Hotel Description

Welcome to Pension Buddy, a charming hotel nestled in the heart of Kitashiobara, Fukushima, at Soharayama-1095-59 Hibara. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yama District, this delightful retreat offers guests easy access to a variety of outdoor attractions, including the breathtaking Goshikinuma Ponds and the scenic Lake Hibara, just minutes away. The hotel’s design reflects a cozy, inviting ambiance, perfect for travelers seeking relaxation and adventure alike.
Each room at Pension Buddy is designed with comfort in mind, featuring private baths and air conditioning to ensure a pleasant stay. Guests can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere while taking in the picturesque surroundings from their rooms. The hotel is kid-friendly, making it an ideal choice for families looking for a tranquil getaway.
Among the standout amenities offered are complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property and convenient self-parking facilities. Guests can also enjoy access to public internet workstations. Although the hotel does not feature a fitness center or spa, its proximity to various outdoor activities compensates for that, allowing guests to stay active and engaged during their visit.
Located just an hour and twenty minutes from Fukushima Airport and two hours from both Sendai and Yamagata Airports, Pension Buddy is easily accessible for travelers. Nearby public transport options make it convenient to explore the area further. Health and safety measures are a top priority at the hotel, ensuring guests feel secure throughout their stay.
For local dining, the hotel is ideally located near a variety of restaurants, such as the popular Hiro No Okashiya San Lakewood Cafe, just one minute away by taxi, and Il Regalo, a delightful spot for Italian cuisine, only nine minutes away.
Guests can immerse themselves in the local culture with numerous activities, including skiing at nearby resorts like Grandeco Snow Resort and exploring the stunning Mount Bandai. With such a variety of sights and experiences at your fingertips, Pension Buddy invites you to unwind, explore, and create lasting memories during your stay in this beautiful region of Japan.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Conveniently located in the scenic Yama District of Fukushima

2. Private baths in each room for added comfort

3. Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel

4. Kid-friendly atmosphere ideal for family vacations

5. Close proximity to popular outdoor attractions and activities


7.4 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Goshikinuma Ponds
9 min
Lake Hibara
6 min
Grandeco Snow Resort
20 min
Mount Bandai
21 min
Hoshino Resorts Nekoma Mountain North Area
23 min

Nearest locations

ヒロノオカシヤサンレイクウッドカフェテン
1 min
FS Cafe
5 min
Ushikiya
7 min
Restaurant Mountley
8 min
Il Regalo
9 min
Hibarako Resthouse
10 min
創楽割烹 夢玄人
10 min
Rest house Goshikinuma
11 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating7.4
Nearest airportFukushima Airport
Travel time to airport1 hr 24 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Sun, Nov 17
Check-out: Mon, Nov 18
    JAPANiCAN.com

    $81

    Agoda

    $88

    Trip.com

    $84

    Vio.com

    $84

    Booking.com

    $88

    Bluepillow.com

    $84


Location

Soharayama-1095-59 Hibara, Kitashiobara, Yama District, Fukushima 969-2701, Japan

Airports:

Fukushima Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 24 min

Sendai Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 18 min

Yamagata Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 6 min

Niigata Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 13 min


Nearby locations

7.4

Very Good Location

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Parking & transportation

Parking

Self parking

Pets

No pets

Services

Currency exchange

Wake up calls

Public bath

Private bath

Accessibility

Not accessible

Policies & payments

Credit cards

NFC mobile payments

Cash

Food & drink

Restaurant

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in public areas

Public internet workstation

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

Air conditioning


Reviews

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8.8

8 reviews

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5
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1
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サン

5/5
I stayed there during Golden Week in 2023. The food is so delicious and I'm so impressed. I could hear the birds chirping, and since it was a pension, it was quiet and soothing. The bath was piping hot and felt great! I got rid of my fatigue!The pension was also well-maintained and clean. The inside of the building was so spacious that it reminded me of a school trip.The cool morning air felt great and I was able to enjoy nature to the fullest.I am grateful to the owner and his wife for their kind and courteous service.Although it is far from Urabandai, it is a lovely pension that I would like to visit again. (I would like to visit again to eat delicious food again 😋)

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Chia-Meng Yu

5/5
Good service

Room 5

Service 5

Location4

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パクチー

4/5
The walls themselves are thin and made like a log house, but we were warm and comfortable even in the cold winter. It's not particularly noisy at night, and you can sleep soundly until morning! ! The food is a course meal, so I thought everyone had their own preferences, but it was a feast for the eyes, so I gave it a go.There were so many different types of special alcoholic beverages that I was confused, but they were delicious! !There was a commotion in the morning when the circuit breaker tripped, but it was quickly resolved, and I took a relaxing bath in the single-person bathtub twice (*´꒳`*) I was satisfied!

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shota ogasawara

5/5
Although the facilities are old, they have everything you need for a pension, and above all, I got the impression that they were well-maintained.I liked it a lot because I like clean places. There's nothing to say

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Akiko Kato

4/5
We used it for the night before climbing Mt. Bandai, had breakfast starting at 6am, and learned about the highlights of the climbing course.

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Satoshi Hatsumori

2/5
Thank you for your help with the plan that included a photography guide.Since it was winter, I was able to spend the day relaxing with just my husband and I.There was also a shuttle service, so I didn't have to have a car (I had to go to a nearby bus stop on the way back).I thought the room, bathroom, and inside of the pension were well-cleaned.Every dish served was delicious. I thought it was wonderful.Unfortunately, however, I did not receive heartwarming service from the pension master and his wife. I haven't used many pensions, but I was hoping for warm service, but I don't think that was the case here.Was there someone to greet me when I arrived at the pension on the first day? There was no farewell greeting when I returned home. We were the only guests so I don't think it was busy at all.We had a photo guide, but they just drove us to the shooting location and didn't give us any explanations about the subject. Since it was my first time in Urabandai, I was hoping that they would show me some good subjects to photograph, but I was disappointed.Although the reviews were a bit harsh, I think the pension itself is very good. The service issues can be improved, so I hope that you will continue to provide good service.

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そー335

5/5
The hospitality of the owner and his wife is wonderful.

Room 5

Service 5

Location4

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mc21 zain

5/5
I am writing this review because I was very satisfied with my first family trip to Golden Week after the lifting of important measures to prevent the spread of the virus.First of all, regarding the parking lot, there is a parking lot in front of the pension that can park 5 cars, so it was easy to carry our luggage.The building was a real log house made of wood, and the wood was used as is inside.What I was interested in as a countermeasure against the new coronavirus is that, in addition to installing alcohol, there are three washbasins on the first floor that are shared, but perhaps recently renovated, they have sensor-type faucets, so you can use them without touching them. Masu. You can also switch between hot and cold water using the button. Also, paper towels were provided, so they were clean and safe to use.There was one shared toilet on the first floor, and separate toilet booths for men and women on the basement floor, so we didn't have to wait long to use them. The toilet seat and cleaning were also very clean and easy to use.As for the baths, there are two, each of which is independent and can be used by the whole family, so we took a family of three, but in terms of space, each room was large enough for two adults and a child.The bathtub has a circulation system and is about the same size as a home bath, but it was well-cleaned and very comfortable. I had imagined a bath in a mountain hut, so I took a bath at Nakanosawa Onsen before going to the pension, but my family said it was so comfortable that I didn't have to take a bath beforehand. I was talking about it.The interior of the log house had separate beds, a table in the center, and a stand by the window, and it felt similar to the interior layout when I stayed in a log house in Canada a long time ago. Each room had indoor air conditioning, and of course the rooms were clean.As mentioned in other reviews, the food itself was naturally delicious, especially the sauce. A review said ``I ate it with rice and sauce,'' so I tried it and it was really delicious.The dining room had newspapers, magazines about mountains, board games, and card games, and I borrowed a board game to play with my family after dinner. (Of course, I took care not to make the voice too loud.)In the morning, before dinner, I took a walk around the neighborhood, which was full of nature, and I was able to enjoy the chirping of warblers, cherry blossoms in full bloom, colonies of skunk cabbage, and other living things.The owner and his wife were friendly, and they talked to us about nature photography and living things, and when they left the pension, they pressed the shutter for a group photo of their family.It's close to Goshikinuma in Urabandai and the Morohashi Museum of Modern Art, so the next day I was able to enjoy famous sightseeing spots as soon as I left the pension, and it was a very satisfying trip.