Hotels With spa in Saitama Prefecture, Japan

Omiya Kagayaki Hotel: An Unexpectedly Great Stay When I decided to visit a friend in Saitama, I spent a long time browsing booking platforms. Omiya Kagayaki Hotel's ratings weren't amazing, and the reviews were mixed. Some mentioned the onsen's hygiene wasn't great, others complained about a cemetery view from their room. After much hesitation, I booked it, swayed by the 'rooftop infinity onsen' and its 'proximity to the station.' It turned out to be the decision I regretted the least during that trip around Tokyo. It was evening when I arrived at Omiya Station. After exiting, I followed navigation for about five minutes and soon spotted the hotel's unassuming yet distinctive building. Downstairs, there was a convenience store and a well-stocked pharmacy. I later realized how incredibly convenient this location was – if I wanted a late-night snack or forgot something, I could just pop downstairs. Check-in was on the 13th floor, unlike most hotels located on the ground floor. As I pushed open the lobby door, the front desk staff looked up and smiled, instantly washing away half my travel fatigue. Check-in was swift, with no long waits or awkward communication barriers. The staff confirmed my booking in fluent English and, as they handed me the room key, pointed towards the elevators and softly mentioned the onsen's operating hours. Their warmth was just right – not overly effusive, but making you feel genuinely attended to. Upon entering the room, my first thought was: 'It's bigger than I expected.' Having stayed in many cramped business hotels in Japan, Omiya Kagayaki's double room, at least, allowed me to lay my suitcase flat on the floor without blocking the way. The bedding was clean and crisp, the pillows just the right firmness. I'm usually sensitive to new beds, but I slept surprisingly soundly both nights. The window insulation was excellent; practically no street noise came in. What surprised me most was the bathroom. A wet/dry separation design isn't common in business hotels, and the shower pressure was so good I wanted to stay in longer. Hot water arrived quickly. Toiletries were comprehensive, not just those token small packages. But what truly made this hotel worth every penny was the rooftop onsen. Soaking in the hot water that evening, looking out at Saitama's night view through the glass, I felt completely re-energized. In the misty air, a local lady next to me started chatting in Japanese, basically saying she comes every week and the water temperature here is 'just right.' I smiled and nodded; though I didn't understand everything, that sense of relaxation was universal. Notably, the onsen was also relatively accommodating to tattooed guests – you just need to cover them with patches, which is quite rare in Japanese hotels. For travelers with tattoos who want to experience a Japanese hot spring, this small detail will likely be remembered for a long time. Breakfast also deserves a special mention. It offered both Japanese and Western options. The scrambled eggs were particularly good – fluffy and moist; I had two servings each day. While the dishes weren't luxurious, they were plentiful and thoughtfully prepared. I highly recommend adding dried tofu to the miso soup! It was more than enough to start the day full. On check-out day, instead of using the self-checkout machine, I went to the front desk. The staff took my room key, smiled, and said, 'Mata okoshi kudasai' (Please come again). I nodded, thinking to myself: 'I will, see you later, bye!' The quality of a hotel sometimes isn't about how luxurious it is, but whether it makes you feel like 'staying here is hassle-free.' Omiya Kagayaki achieved that. The warmth of the front desk, the cleanliness of the room, the peace and relaxation of the onsen, and the convenience of its location – all these elements combine to create a reason to return.

It's a sleeping offer at the local onsen. It's clean with proper ventilation inside the pot. I found it comfortable. The onsen looks old, with a bit weird design. It's tattoo friendly meaning you can enjoy seeing japanese men full body tattooed. Is it yakuza style? Please consider before you book. The hotel is in the same building with ******** game spot, which add some specific vibes to the place. There is NO lockers to keep your bags. They asked me to keep my relatively big bag inside the sleeping pod, which I found a bit insane. I was sleeping hugging it. There is neither fridge no even microwave. Only café to eat in. They charge you extra money even for several minutes late after check out. No mercy. If you cope with all this, you'll definetly enjoy your stay.

The room is quite big. However, the hotel is really old. Not many people. timid, it is not recommended to stay. When we soak in the hot springs, we are the two of us. Those who like quiet can go.

Beautiful traditional Japanese stay. It was a bit further away from the city, but the experience made it worthwhile. Dinner was excellent, with many creative dishes. It was also included in the price. The onsen was very well kept, and the place was clean. Would 100% recommend staying here.

A real friendly hotel with stunning view. Excellent services with nice and friendly staff to help around. I will definitely recommend to others if they are going to travel here. highly recommend to all kinds of travellers who enjoy good services and good services. Simply in love with it very much. enjoy and thanks. Very good food, and very stunning view indeed!

I chose this hotel because it remained affordable even though prices were inflated due to the Konosu Fireworks Festival. It's also conveniently located near the station, making it a great stopover if you plan to head to Karuizawa or Nagano early the next morning.

I always use this hotel. The rooms are always cleaned, and although it depends on the time of day you use the large public bath, you can use it without it being crowded and you can relax. The free breakfast is also delicious and satisfying. The parking lot is large and easy to park in, and there are convenience stores nearby, so it's easy to go shopping. The staff are always very friendly, making it a comfortable hotel to stay at. It's a hotel I would definitely like to visit again.

The rooms and beds are small but relatively new, and there is a large public bath, so there is no problem staying there. The breakfast was simple but more than satisfactory. There are few hotels in the area, so this is a rare hotel.

Very clean and comfortable! I was just looking forward to the large communal bath, but it was a pity that women could only enter at 24:00 ～ 26:00. I thought it would be better to write it on the site in advance or to have a discount instead of not putting women in. However, I am very satisfied with the ice service and the facilities in the room.

Crowded by members of day trip hot springs. The manager class is good service Young staff often don't know. I think I'll tell regulars, but the hurdle is high for the first time. I don't recommend anyone who is a guest and has Tato ｩｰ.