Hotel Sun Resort Shonai

8.2
Excellent
(271 reviews)

3 Chome-17-21 Yura, Tsuruoka, Yamagata 999-7464, Japan

+81 235-38-8088

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Hotel Description

Hotel Sun Resort Shonai, located at 3 Chome-17-21 Yura, Tsuruoka, Yamagata 999-7464, Japan, is a charming hot spring hotel offering breathtaking views of the sea. The hotel is ideally situated just a 2-minute walk from the coast, making it perfect for guests seeking proximity to the tranquil shores of Yura Beach. The hotel enjoys an enviable location with attractions such as Kamo Aquarium, a mere 6 km away, and Uzen-Mizusawa train station just 5 km from the hotel. Guests will find themselves immersed in the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, with easy access to nearby destinations such as Hakusan Island and Zenpoji Temple. The hotel's relaxed atmosphere, enhanced by its traditional Japanese design, conveys a peaceful sense of serenity, perfect for visitors looking to unwind and recharge.
Each room at Hotel Sun Resort Shonai features simple yet cozy accommodations, many offering stunning sea views. Rooms are equipped with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs and minifridges. The Japanese-style rooms are particularly inviting, with traditional touches like futons, tatami mats, and short-legged tables. For those seeking a more indulgent experience, the upgraded rooms come with open-air soaking tubs, offering a luxurious retreat with a view of the ocean.
The hotel prides itself on providing a variety of special amenities designed to enhance guest experience. The communal bathhouse, fed by natural hot spring waters, offers a rejuvenating soak, allowing guests to relax and enjoy the therapeutic properties of the water. For added entertainment, the hotel features a karaoke room (available for a surcharge), arcade games, and coin-operated laundry facilities. Guests can also enjoy breakfast at the airy, sea-view restaurant. Additional services, including massage and beauty treatments, are available for an extra fee.
Transportation to and from the hotel is made easy with convenient access to public transport. Uzen-Mizusawa Station, just a short 9-minute taxi ride away, provides direct connections to other parts of the region. Shonai Airport is approximately a 22-minute taxi ride from the hotel, while the nearest bus stop, Yurayubinkyokumae, is about a 15-minute walk. Those flying into Yamagata or Niigata airports can also easily reach the hotel, with travel times of approximately 1 hour 41 minutes and 2 hours 1 minute by taxi, respectively.
Hotel Sun Resort Shonai is committed to ensuring the health and safety of its guests. The hotel takes stringent measures to maintain a safe environment for everyone, offering a clean and secure space for all visitors.
Guests at Hotel Sun Resort Shonai can enjoy a variety of activities and experiences during their stay. Popular local attractions include Kamo Aquarium, where visitors can admire a huge jellyfish collection and enjoy seal shows. The nearby beaches, such as Yura Beach and Hakusan Island, offer a perfect setting for outdoor activities, from beach walks to sightseeing. Zenpoji Temple, located just 18 minutes away, offers a chance for spiritual immersion through daily prayers and Zen meditation led by monks.
For dining, the hotel’s restaurant serves delicious Japanese cuisine with views of the sea, but guests will also find several other dining options nearby. Restaurants such as Yura Shokudo and Kaiyo provide fresh seafood and local specialties, while cafes like Cafe Hanazono offer a more relaxed, coffeehouse atmosphere.
Hotel Sun Resort Shonai is the perfect destination for anyone seeking a blend of traditional Japanese hospitality, stunning views, and serene hot spring experiences. We warmly invite you to experience all that our hotel and the surrounding area have to offer, ensuring an unforgettable stay with us.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Walking distance to 由良海岸 and Yura Beach

2. Guests praised the excellent service and friendly staff

3. Natural hot spring water in communal bathhouse for relaxation

4. Japanese-style rooms with traditional futons and tatami mats

5. Upgraded rooms with open-air soaking tubs and sea views

6. Convenient access to nearby attractions like Kamo Aquarium and Hakusan Island

7. Easy access to public transportation, including Uzen-Mizusawa Station and Shonai Airport

8. In-room amenities include flat-screen TVs and minifridges for convenience

9. Restaurant with sea views serving delicious local and Japanese cuisine

10. Additional services such as karaoke, arcade games, and massage treatments available


7.8 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Kamo Aquarium
8 min
由良海岸
9 min
Yura Beach
11 min
Hakusan Island
3 min
Zenpoji Temple
18 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating7.8
Nearest airportShonai Airport
Travel time to airport22 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

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

    $145

    JAPANiCAN.com

    $162

    Agoda

    $176

    Tripening Hotels

    $184

    Bravofly

    $186


Location

3 Chome-17-21 Yura, Tsuruoka, Yamagata 999-7464, Japan

Airports:

Shonai Airport

Taxi: 22 min

Transit: 2 hr 5 min

Yamagata Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 41 min

Transit: 3 hr 29 min

Niigata Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 1 min

Transit: 4 hr 25 min

Transit:

Uzen-Mizusawa Station

Taxi: 9 min

Walking: 1 hr 15 min

Sanze Station

Taxi: 8 min

Walking: 1 hr

Yurayubinkyokumae Bus Stop

Walking: 15 min

由良温泉(バス)

Walking: 13 min


Nearby locations

7.8

Very Good Location

With views of the sea, this casual hot spring hotel is a 2-minute walk from the coast, 5 km from Uzen-Mizusawa train station and 6 km from Kamo Aquarium.


Amenities and Facilities

Activities

Table tennis

Parking & transportation

Parking

Pets

No pets

Public bath

Public bath

Natural onsen

Food & drink

Restaurant

Wellness

No fitness center

Sauna

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

Rooms

Air conditioning


Reviews

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Terry B

5/5
We stayed for 4 nights and were well looked after. The food was very good. The room was large. Had a western room. Rest full nights. ||||Internet was across the hotel. The location is good for driving into the temple area to the west and staying on the coast for the views. Best of both worlds.

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Terry Bates

5/5
Excellent stay, very good food, peaceful, friendly and attentive staff. Warm cosy room, wifi throughput hotel. Accessible to Dewa-San area by car.

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Hirofumi Ogawa

4/5
Nice no frills onsen-ryokan. Nothing spectacular but overall good value and friendly staff.

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虫キチ

5/5
There is a large public bath, and you can try shampoos and body soaps sold at the shop.They use Tsuyahime rice and it's very delicious.Refills of rice and miso soup are free.There is a table tennis table and you can also enjoy hot spring table tennis.The service is also very good, with guests being able to enjoy free drinks.

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たままちょろぎ

4/5
I used it when going to Kamo Aquarium.It's about a 15 minute drive to the aquarium.It is relatively cheap among nearby hotels.The rooms were spacious with 2 Japanese and Western rooms.There was a turtle bath on the balcony which was interesting.The large bath had a high ceiling and was spacious.The indoor bath was also large, but I didn't need to use it this time.The food was also delicious.There aren't many restaurants nearby, so I think it's better to bring your own meals.The free coffee service, espresso and cappuccino, were not good.The chocolate mocha was delicious.I think it can be used by any family, couple or business.

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msaka (里芋)

4/5
I could see Hakusan Island and the Sea of ​​Japan from the window of my guest room. Since it was a weekday, there were few customers, so I was able to spend a relaxing time.Customer service is courteous and self-service, with a variety of drinks available including coffee. The food was delicious, including seafood and Shonai pork shabu-shabu.

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K Hor*

3/5
Hot springs are cyclical. It may be a little-known spot and often empty. The water temperature is moderate, not hot. Personally, I liked the sauna as it wasn't too hot!There seems to be a considerable difference in amenities between men and women.

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馬場良成

4/5
I used it for a family celebration trip. I had a very comfortable stay. However, there were stains on the tatami mat in the room that looked like footprints, which was a bit scary. Other than that, the food and staff were very good, and I would like to stay here again.

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高橋亨

4/5
The location was great, the rooms and facilities were all clean, and to say the least, the food was delicious and plentiful, and the employees were friendly and very kind!I would like to use it again.

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琥珀

5/5
Although the building is old, it is well-maintained and has a clean feel. The service included a bottle of Yamagata's representative fruit juice for each person, which was so delicious that I bought it as a souvenir. There was a basket with the yukata, which was very convenient as I could put a change of clothes, bath towels, etc. in there when I went to the public bath.The staff were very welcoming and made it an enjoyable trip.If the weather is nice, it will definitely be the best location to see the sunset (^_^)v