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Our top choices for Samurai District hotels

1. HOTEL Reise Basis

HOTEL Reise Basis
Senboku
NZ$183
16 Oct - 17 Oct
HOTEL Reise Basis

2. wanoi KAKUNODATE

wanoi KAKUNODATE
Senboku
United States
Angela
NZ$776
10 Nov - 11 Nov
wanoi KAKUNODATE

3. Kashintei Shirahama

Kashintei Shirahama
Senboku
United States
Kara
NZ$538
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Kashintei Shirahama

4. Hotel Route - Inn Omagari Ekimae

Hotel Route - Inn Omagari Ekimae
Daisen
United States
John
NZ$150
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Route - Inn Omagari Ekimae

5. ホテルB4T角館

ホテルB4T角館
Senboku
New Zealand
Alun
NZ$161
9 Nov - 10 Nov
ホテルB4T角館

6. Onn Oomagarinohanabi

Onn Oomagarinohanabi
Daisen
South Korea
Youngmi
NZ$123
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Onn Oomagarinohanabi

7. Green Hotel Omagari

Green Hotel Omagari
Daisen
Japan
アキオ
NZ$113
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Green Hotel Omagari

8. Tabist Hotel Fuji

Tabist Hotel Fuji
Daisen
United States
Curtis
NZ$81
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Tabist Hotel Fuji

9. Tazawako Lake Resort & Onsen

Tazawako Lake Resort & Onsen
Senboku
Canada
elizabeth
NZ$291
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Tazawako Lake Resort & Onsen

10. hotel dolphia – Adults Only

hotel dolphia – Adults Only
Daisen
Japan
YUMIKO
NZ$87
19 Oct - 20 Oct
hotel dolphia – Adults Only

11. Katakuri no Hana

Katakuri no Hana
Senboku
United States
Gerwin
NZ$421
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Katakuri no Hana

12. Onsen Yupopo

Onsen Yupopo
Senboku
Australia
JENNIFER
NZ$154
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Onsen Yupopo

13. Guesthouse Fuga

Guesthouse Fuga
Senboku
United States
Scott
NZ$109
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Guesthouse Fuga

14. Omagari Empire Hotel

Omagari Empire Hotel
Daisen
NZ$110
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Omagari Empire Hotel

15. Natsuse Onsen Miyakowasure

Natsuse Onsen Miyakowasure
Senboku
United States
Wendy
NZ$1,146
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Natsuse Onsen Miyakowasure

16. Forest Resort Yamanote Hotel

Forest Resort Yamanote Hotel
Daisen
United States
renata
NZ$293
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Forest Resort Yamanote Hotel

17. Farm To Table NORICHIE

Farm To Table NORICHIE
Senboku
Singapore
Sheue Mei Vivian
NZ$711
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Farm To Table NORICHIE

18. Syoho En

Syoho En
Daisen
Japan
Takayuki
NZ$655
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Syoho En

19. Kamenoi Hotel Tazawako

Kamenoi Hotel Tazawako
Senboku
Canada
Roy
NZ$251
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Kamenoi Hotel Tazawako

20. Gensen Itto Iwate Shizukuishi

Gensen Itto Iwate Shizukuishi
Shizukuishi
Japan
Yumiko
NZ$483
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Gensen Itto Iwate Shizukuishi
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Stay near popular Samurai District attractions

Kakunodate Samurai Residence Street

8.4/10 (47 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Kakunodate Samurai Residence Street, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Samurai District. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.
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Nishinomiya House

7.8/10 (8 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Nishinomiya House, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Samurai District. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's festivals.
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Odano Samurai House

6.8/10 (6 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Odano Samurai House, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Samurai District. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its museums.
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Kakunodate Cherry-Bark Craft Center

8.0/10 (7 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Kakunodate Cherry-Bark Craft Center, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Samurai District. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.
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Hirafuku Memorial Art Museum

6.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Hirafuku Memorial Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Samurai District. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.
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Aoyagi Samurai Manor Museum

You can study the exhibits at Aoyagi Samurai Manor Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Samurai District. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its museums.
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Matsumoto Samurai House

7.2/10 (5 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Samurai District when you take a trip to Matsumoto Samurai House. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
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Iwahashi Samurai House

Learn about the local history of Samurai District when you spend time at Iwahashi Samurai House. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
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Top Samurai District Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Samurai District

Natsuse Onsen Miyakowasure

Natsuse Onsen Miyakowasure

10/10 Excellent
"This property was incredible from the staff to the food! Very zen and relaxing, gorgeous surroundings ! Food was Michelin star quality."
Wendy 3-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Natsuse Onsen Miyakowasure
Onn Oomagarinohanabi

Onn Oomagarinohanabi

8/10 Good
"Staff outstanding. Very friendly and helpful in every way.English not commonly spoken but staff made huge effort to communicate. Very busy over holidays and some breakfast options sometimes ran out. Overall amazing."
Scott 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Onn Oomagarinohanabi
Kamenoi Hotel Tazawako

Kamenoi Hotel Tazawako

10/10 Excellent
"breakfast and dinner were healthy and delicious. wifi super fast. bed comfortable. room clean. staff service best in class. easy self-parking. onsen good. perfect stay"
Sam 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Kamenoi Hotel Tazawako
Tabist Hotel Fuji

Tabist Hotel Fuji

10/10 Excellent
"It’s located close to the station, plenty of restaurants and small shops around. There is a supermarket, convenience store and laundry close by. The staff is friendly and helped us to send out bags to the next hotel, lend us plates etc for our takeaway. A really great value for money hotel in this town! We stayed here and went on a daytrip (easy by train) to Kakunodate (Samurai Village)."
Erik 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Tabist Hotel Fuji
wanoi KAKUNODATE

wanoi KAKUNODATE

10/10 Excellent
"You will feel history of samurai era by staying at this property."
RYOTA 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
wanoi KAKUNODATE
Tazawako Lake Resort & Onsen

Tazawako Lake Resort & Onsen

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was great, food was delicious and the onsen was relaxing"
elizabeth 2-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Tazawako Lake Resort & Onsen
Kashintei Shirahama

Kashintei Shirahama

10/10 Excellent
"The food was one of the best. We stayed two nights. It would have been better, if we could choose to stay without meal, because we found 2 meals a day was too much."
Yumiko 2-night trip
Posted 5 months ago
Kashintei Shirahama
Guesthouse Fuga

Guesthouse Fuga

10/10 Excellent
"Facilities are very clean and the owner is very friendly and helpful. It’s a good place to meet other travelers and the common space in the dormitory is spacious and welcoming."
Scott 2-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Guesthouse Fuga
Katakuri no Hana

Katakuri no Hana

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing views and got to experience the full traditional ryokan/onsen experience. Staff was very nice especially to foreigners."
Gerwin 1-night trip
Posted 10 months ago
Katakuri no Hana

More cheap accommodation in Samurai District

Tabist Hotel Fuji

Tabist Hotel Fuji

1-28 Omagari Tori-machi Daisen Akita
NZ$81
30 Oct - 31 Oct
8/10 Very good! (147 reviews)
Tabist Hotel Fuji
Guesthouse Fuga

Guesthouse Fuga

34-8 Kodate, Kakunodate-machi Senboku Akita
NZ$109
20 Oct - 21 Oct
8.2/10 Very good! (65 reviews)
Guesthouse Fuga
Omagari Empire Hotel

Omagari Empire Hotel

8-17 Omagarishiroganecho Daisen Akita
NZ$110
19 Oct - 20 Oct
6.8/10 (12 reviews)
Omagari Empire Hotel
Onsen Yupopo

Onsen Yupopo

430 Waseda Senboku Akita
NZ$154
10 Nov - 11 Nov
8.8/10 Excellent! (16 reviews)
Onsen Yupopo
HOTEL Reise Basis

HOTEL Reise Basis

52-1 Senboku Akita
NZ$183
16 Oct - 17 Oct
HOTEL Reise Basis
Katakuri no Hana

Katakuri no Hana

197-15Tazawako Tazawa Senboku Akita
NZ$421
18 Oct - 19 Oct
8.8/10 Excellent! (47 reviews)
Katakuri no Hana

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Samurai District?
The best area to stay in Samurai District is the historic Kakunodate town centre, particularly around the Samurai Residence Street (Buke-yashiki-dori).This area is the heart of the district, renowned for its beautifully preserved samurai houses and cherry blossom trees. It's a compact and very walkable area, allowing you to easily explore the historic residences, museums, and local craft shops. The main street, Buke-yashiki-dori, is lined with traditional walls and gates, giving you a true sense of stepping back in time.Couples looking for a romantic and culturally rich getaway will find staying within Kakunodate's historic core to be ideal. You'll be within easy reach of the Aoyagi House and Ishiguro House, two of the most famous samurai residences, and can enjoy leisurely strolls through the charming streets, especially during the cherry blossom season or autumn foliage. Many traditional inns are located within this area, offering a truly authentic experience.Solo travellers seeking a peaceful and enriching historical experience will also appreciate the convenience of staying in central Kakunodate. You can take your time exploring the individual samurai homes, visiting the local craft stores, and enjoying the local cuisine at your own pace without needing to travel far.
When is the best time to go to Samurai District?
The best time to visit the Samurai District of Akita Prefecture is during the spring (late April to early May) for the cherry blossoms or in the autumn (late October to early November) for the vibrant autumn leaves.Spring transforms the district with thousands of cherry trees, particularly along the Hinokinai River embankment, creating a stunning tunnel of blossoms. This period is ideal for couples and families who enjoy scenic strolls and photography, as the historic samurai residences are framed beautifully by the pink and white flowers. The weather is generally mild and pleasant for exploring on foot.Autumn offers a different kind of beauty, with the maple and ginkgo trees turning brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold. This season is great for travellers who appreciate natural beauty and a slightly cooler climate for outdoor activities.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, although it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24 to 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to 'My Trips' and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by 'Fully refundable property' for hotels in Samurai District.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Samurai District?
Prices for hotels in Samurai District often vary, but you can find a great deal from NZ$81 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by 'Price: low to high' for our cheapest rates.

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