We have visited three different hotels in Kamaishi from our list of hotels on this blog. Below is some pictures and information that can help you decide which hotel is good for you in regards to taste, convenience, and affordability.
The first hotel is Hotel Marue which is the most affordable hotel and ryokan on this list. Marue is about a fifteen minute walk from Kamaishi station. The location of this hotel is in walking distance to the center of Kamaishi where many stores and restaurants are available. In the lobby, there are over a hundred types of Manga available for hotel guest to read. In addition, as seen in the photos below, there is also a kitchen area available to hotel guests who might prefer to cook for themselves. Guest can choose from a traditional hotel style room or a Japaneses style room. The main differences between these choices is that in a tradition hotel room, you will have a Western bed. In a Japanese style room, you will have a futon. Although the interior room decor is not spectacular, this hotel is affordable, and in a convenient location.
The second hotel is Horai-Kan. At this hotel, you also have a choice between a Western style bed, or a Japanese futon. This is more costly hotel but is located right next the ocean. In addition, this hotel has just been renovated with completely new furnishings, and a beautiful onsen (bath area) both inside and outside, overlooking the view of the ocean. The rooms are spacious and sophisticated. However, this hotel is not located in a very convenient area. A person must take a car or taxi to reach this hotel from Kamaishi station. But if you are looking for a more relaxing and comfortable hotel, I highly recommend staying here.
The last hotel on this review is the Takakin Ryokan. This is the closest hotel to Kamaishi station. One can also walk a short distance to one of the surrounding restaurants available near the Ryokan. Unlike the other two hotels, this hotel only has Japanese style rooms. This hotel is in one of the view old historical buildings in Kamaishi that was not destroyed by the 2011 Tsunami. Therefore, there are no private bathrooms, showers, or baths, in a room. A guest here must share a bathroom and bath with other guests. One the plus side, there is a laundry room available for use as well as a kitchen and dining area.
The second hotel is Horai-Kan. At this hotel, you also have a choice between a Western style bed, or a Japanese futon. This is more costly hotel but is located right next the ocean. In addition, this hotel has just been renovated with completely new furnishings, and a beautiful onsen (bath area) both inside and outside, overlooking the view of the ocean. The rooms are spacious and sophisticated. However, this hotel is not located in a very convenient area. A person must take a car or taxi to reach this hotel from Kamaishi station. But if you are looking for a more relaxing and comfortable hotel, I highly recommend staying here.
The last hotel on this review is the Takakin Ryokan. This is the closest hotel to Kamaishi station. One can also walk a short distance to one of the surrounding restaurants available near the Ryokan. Unlike the other two hotels, this hotel only has Japanese style rooms. This hotel is in one of the view old historical buildings in Kamaishi that was not destroyed by the 2011 Tsunami. Therefore, there are no private bathrooms, showers, or baths, in a room. A guest here must share a bathroom and bath with other guests. One the plus side, there is a laundry room available for use as well as a kitchen and dining area.
