Bessou Kakei

9.0
Exceptional
(93 reviews)

Kamino-23-36 Tsunagi, Morioka, Iwate 020-0055, Japan

+81 19-691-7200

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Hotel Description

Bessou Kakei is a charming hot spring inn nestled in the scenic surroundings of Gosho Lake in Morioka, Japan. Located at Kamino-23-36 Tsunagi, Morioka, Iwate 020-0055, this peaceful retreat offers a perfect escape for guests looking to unwind in nature’s embrace. With a welcoming atmosphere, Bessou Kakei is situated just 7 km from Koiwai railway station and 4 km from the popular Morioka Handmade Village. The hotel is renowned for its tranquil views of the lake and its proximity to local attractions. Whether you're visiting for leisure or cultural exploration, Bessou Kakei offers a prime location for both.
The inn provides a range of accommodations that feature traditional Japanese design elements such as tatami floors, futons, and low wooden tables, ensuring a comfortable and authentic experience. Each room is designed to allow guests to enjoy beautiful lake views and includes essential amenities such as air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a minibar. The rooms also come equipped with a coffee maker, tea facilities, and a private bathroom with a bathtub and shower. Guests can also enjoy in-room breakfast, and room service is available. For ultimate relaxation, the hotel’s rooms come with open-air hot spring soaking tubs where guests can unwind while soaking in the views of nature.
Special amenities at Bessou Kakei include a natural onsen, open-air bath, and bedrock bath, providing an immersive experience for guests to rejuvenate. Other conveniences include free shuttle services to the nearby railway station, parking, and a 24-hour front desk. English-speaking staff are available to assist with any requests, ensuring a comfortable stay. The hotel also provides concierge services, baggage storage, and room service for added comfort. A smoke-free property, it is an ideal destination for guests seeking tranquility and relaxation.
For guests wishing to explore the area, the hotel offers easy access to several famous sights, including the Koiwai Farm, just 15 minutes by car, where you can enjoy dairy farm activities and fresh soft-serve ice cream. The nearby Gosho Lake is only a 5-minute walk away, perfect for leisurely strolls or peaceful contemplation. The Morioka Castle Ruins and Iwate Museum of Art are also a short distance from the hotel, providing rich cultural experiences. For nature lovers, the Morioka-jo Castle Site Park, with its stunning seasonal flowers and vibrant autumn colors, is 25 minutes away.
For dining, guests can enjoy breakfast served at the hotel or explore nearby restaurants. The hotel offers a cozy atmosphere with in-room dining options, but there are also numerous dining choices in the vicinity. Whether you’re craving Japanese cuisine, casual eats, or something sweet, the surrounding area has something for every palate.
Bessou Kakei is a peaceful getaway offering not just a place to stay, but an experience that blends relaxation, culture, and nature. Whether you’re soaking in the onsen, taking in the views, or exploring the local sights, Bessou Kakei is the perfect destination for a memorable stay in Morioka.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Tranquil views of Gosho Lake from most rooms

2. Traditional Japanese rooms with tatami floors and futons

3. Private open-air hot spring soaking tubs in select rooms

4. Free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars in every room

5. Complimentary shuttle service to nearby Koiwai railway station

6. Natural onsen, bedrock bath, and open-air bath facilities available

7. English-speaking staff and concierge services for guest assistance

8. Proximity to popular attractions such as Morioka Handmade Village and Koiwai Farm

9. Delicious in-room breakfast and room service options available

10. Relaxing atmosphere perfect for a quiet getaway


7.2 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Koiwai Farm
15 min
Gosho Lake
5 min
Morioka Castle Ruins
25 min
Iwate Museum of Art
17 min
Morioka-jo Castle Site Park (Iwate Park)
25 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out11:00
Location rating7.2
Nearest airportIwate Hanamaki Airport
Travel time to airport41 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Sun, Nov 17
Check-out: Mon, Nov 18
    Official Hotel

    $510

    Agoda

    $524

    Booking.com

    $559

    Relux

    $537

    Bluepillow.com

    $536

    Trip.com

    $559


Location

Kamino-23-36 Tsunagi, Morioka, Iwate 020-0055, Japan

Airports:

Ōdate-Noshiro Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 6 min

Transit: 4 hr 16 min

Akita Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 39 min

Transit: 4 hr 6 min

Iwate Hanamaki Airport

Taxi: 41 min

Transit: 1 hr 23 min

Transit:

Shizukuishi Station

Taxi: 9 min

Walking: 1 hr 30 min

Koiwai Station

Taxi: 9 min

Walking: 1 hr 21 min


Nearby locations

7.2

Very Good Location

Featuring views of Gosho Lake, this relaxed hot spring inn is 7 km from Koiwai railway station and 4 km from Morioka Handmade Village.

Top Attractions


Amenities and Facilities

Parking & transportation

Parking

Transfer

Local shuttle

Services

Front desk

Baggage storage

Concierge

Pets

No pets

Languages spoken

English

Public bath

Natural onsen

Open air bath

Bedrock bath

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Credit cards

Cash

Food & drink

Room service

Breakfast

Bathrooms

Private bathroom

Bathtub

Shower

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

Rooms

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Coffee maker

Minibar


Reviews

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bushi toko

2/5
The meat for dinner had a different color and a smell.The other dishes were delicious and the room was clean, but I don't think I'll be visiting again because the response to that issue was a bit questionable.

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滝谷源治

4/5
The young proprietress' customer service upon arrival was very good and easy to understand.The room was well-maintained, clean, and had floor heating, making it very comfortable! There are also plenty of free drinks and snacks.There were two baths, one indoors and one outdoors. The indoor bath is a little lukewarm, but you can soak in it for a long time. The open air is hot and lukewarm, so you have to stir it well, but the hot water is very good and makes your skin smooth and warm, which is wonderful!The food seemed to be made with good quality ingredients, the meat was very delicious, and the rice was also delicious! I also recommend the tankaku beef that I ordered as it is soft and delicious! !Unfortunately, although the food was delicious, many of the dishes were more like home-cooked meals than ryokan cuisine. There was only one type of sashimi...the explanation of the meal was only on paper, no verbal explanation......the spinach was served as it was...... Even though the price is pretty good, the content makes me think.I woke up early in the morning to the loud sound of the car's sliding door opening and closing, probably because I was getting ready.I think the food will be very satisfying for young people, and the view from the bath is highly recommended! ! If it's sunny, you can see Mt. Iwate and it's amazing!Compared to Shikitei, I can definitely recommend this one due to its better customer service, room quality, and facilities!

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旅行好き

5/5
The bath was really great! !The open-air bath was very large and we enjoyed it as a couple.It snowed heavily that day, and being outdoors in the snow was amazing.The food is also delicious and good.As others have written, it is a bit troublesome to arrange the meals.I think we are thinking about how to provide services efficiently as there are not many people around right now.My husband and I are troublesome, but it's not that I don't like it.In fact, you can eat all at once to a certain extent.than served slowlyIt was great because I could eat whatever I wanted!It's a good place to go for a bath.If the location is not too far, this is a ryokan that I would like to visit often! ,

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CHANTA KEN

4/5
[2019.4]The facilities and baths are all good, but the food is a bit...you'll find out when you come.[2023.12]Unfortunately, there was no snow and the weather was cloudy, but there was still good water and a good view.

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坂本良次

5/5
If you enter from the prefectural highway, you will be on a dark road with no outside lights, so please drive safely.When you arrive, call out to the building in front of the building and the landlady will show you around.The room and bath are perfect.The indoor bath is located a little high up, so people with mobility issues may have a hard time getting into it.The open-air bath is large enough to accommodate 8 to 10 adults.In both cases, you can adjust the amount of hot water from the faucet.Be careful not to add too much as it will be hot. *Really hotThere are also many towels.Dinner will be brought to you and you will have to set it up yourself, but if you ask, they will set it up for you.See photo for alcohol.Beer is only available in bottles. No draft beer.There is no chuhai or sour type.Sake, wine, and sparring are available as per the menu.All orders are placed using a touch panel.The refrigerator includes canned beer, tea, oolong tea, etc., which are included in the room rate.There are dishes other than the course, but they close early so you need to order early.Since it is not a heating system that uses solid fuel, the meat will become cold over time.This is probably difficult because there is a risk of fire.Breakfast was also brought to you and you set it up yourself.I guess it depends on the time of year, but there are stink bugs, so I use duct tape to get rid of them. *There is duct tape.I'd like to think it was a coincidence, but on the day I stayed, the male guests next door (two? three?) were making noise in the open-air bath until midnight, and their voices could be heard all the way to the room, which was unpleasant.I couldn't sleep and thought about calling the front desk to warn them, but it was already past midnight, so I held back.It was the same in the morning.Although it is a detached house, the open-air bath next door and the window of the room are close.If there's a selfish customer next to you, it might be a bad day.It's a question of guest morale, so the accommodation isn't bad.I think the accommodation fee is reasonable.I became a member.I would like to stay again.

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Dave Chan

4/5
This hot spring hotel has a high degree of privacy. Someone will take you directly to your room as soon as you get off the car. When you check in, you will be asked to use the tablet on the counter to check-in and communicate with the waiter via video conference. Maybe they are still using Covid-19 service standards to receive customers, so the waiters will try their best not to contact you directly, and even food delivery will only be delivered to the corridor near the door indoors, and you will be asked to get the food yourself. You can enjoy it in the room. After you finish eating, you have to put the plate back in the corridor and wait for them to clear it away. Although it is inconvenient, due to the epidemic service standards, it is acceptable. The room was very new, clean and comfortable. Free drinks are available from the refrigerator, and a coffee machine and instant electric water machine are provided. I chose this hotel because it has two hot springs, one indoors and one outdoor. Both are so big that eight people can bathe together without feeling crowded. The best thing is that the temperature of the hot spring water can be adjusted by yourself, because the hot spring water comes out through the water pipe, so if you want it to be hotter, you can open it a little larger, and if you want it to be less hot, you can close the water pipe first. It's real hot spring water, so it should be helpful to your skin. Warm reminder, you should take a dip in the outdoor hot spring around 7am in the morning, because you will see the fairyland-like clouds and mist. After a while, the mist will gradually dissipate, and a picture will appear in front of you. It is really beautiful! The whole room is really comfortable. There are two air conditioners in one living room and one room. There is also an air freshener in the room. There are only two aspects that I cannot give full marks to. One is the food. The food is not very exquisite and diverse, so it is not very surprising, but the ingredients are indeed very fresh, especially the vegetables! On the other hand, I cannot give full marks to the location. It is quite remote, and it is on a trail on the main road that turns up the mountain. There are no signs, so I drove around twice before realizing that the trail was a bit inconvenient. In summary, I personally think this hotel is very good and relaxing. The price is really impressive! Worth recommending!

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R O

5/5
Visited on October 11, 2023

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Ayame

5/5
I found this inn while looking for a place to stay on the day of the Omagari fireworks, and it was very nice, the bathroom and room were large and had a great view. The food was delicious, but the food was only delivered to the entrance of the room, and from there I had to bring it to the table and serve it myself (coronavirus-friendly). There are so many plates that it's difficult to carry them, and in many cases in Japan, women are forced to do this, so I would have appreciated it if someone carried them to the table for me.

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Frank Wong

5/5
Very high-quality experience, first-class service, food and hot springs are very good, thank you for the hospitality