List of new hotels and hot spring inns in Yamagata Prefecture: New hotels and hot spring inns opening and scheduled to open in Yonezawa, Sakata, Higashine, Tendo, etc.

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New hotels in Yamagata / 야마가타의 새로운 호텔 / 山形新開幕飯店

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We have listed information on new hotels, hot spring inns, and renovated facilities opening in Yamagata Prefecture, including Yonezawa, Sakata, Higashine, and Tendo, sorted by city and area. From accommodations that allow you to experience the charm of Yamagata Prefecture to your everyday business hotel.
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

[New hotel opening information in Yamagata Prefecture]

Yamagata City

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3 minutes walk from Yamagata Station. All rooms have separate bathrooms and toilets, and there is a convenient 24-hour convenience store on the first floor.
Hotel Urban Grace Grand
The theme is "upper-class relaxation." For those seeking a relaxing, high-quality stay near Yamagata Station.

Sakata City

Tabino Hotel Lit Sakata
Just a minute's walk from Sakata Station, the large public bath and lounge serving local sake will enrich your journey through Minatomachi.
Tsuki Hotel
Located in the Sakata Station Community Center, this lodging stimulates intellectual curiosity with a lobby and library.

Tsuruoka City

(Tentative name) Toyoko Inn Tsuruoka Nishikicho
Scheduled to open in April 2026. Conveniently located near Tsuruoka Station, it will become an even more convenient base for tourism and business.

Higashine City

Smile Hotel Sakuranbo Higashine
Within walking distance of Sakuranbo Higashine Station. Rebranded to be even more comfortable and convenient for car trips.

Tendo City

Hotel Livemax Tendo
Just a minute's walk from Tendo Station. Reasonably priced and well-equipped, it's perfect for long-term stays.
Hotel Andanomori Yamagata Tendo
Scheduled to open in winter 2025. An all-inclusive, experiential resort that can be enjoyed by three generations.

Shirataka Town

NIPPONIA Shirataka Gennai Residence
Japan's only "Kimono Inn." Immerse yourself in the culture of kimono in a space renovated from a wealthy farmer's mansion.

Yonezawa City

Royal Pines Hotel Yonezawa
Scheduled to open in winter 2025, a genuine hotel that will become a landmark in the city will be born in front of Yonezawa Station.
Smile Hotel Yonezawa
Conveniently located in the center of Yonezawa City. Enjoy a comfortable stay in Yonezawa with functional rooms and warm hospitality.
DEN'S HOTEL Yonezawa (formerly Yonezawa Excel Hotel Tokyu)
Rebranded in March 2025. A modern and comfortable space where you can rediscover the charm of Yonezawa

New Hotel in Yamagata City

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae: Opening July 21, 2021; A business hotel about 3 minutes walk from the east exit of JR Yamagata Station. All rooms have separate bathrooms and toilets.; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [JTB]reservation; Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae [IKYU.com]; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]

Hotel Urban Grace Grand: Opening July 3, 2020; Formerly Hotel East One. About 3 minutes walk from Yamagata Station.; Hotel Urban Grace Grand [IKYU.com]; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [JTB]reservation; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]

New Hotel in Sakata City

Tabino Hotel Lit Sakata: Tabino Hotel lit Sakata; Opening in December 2026; "Tabino Hotel lit" brand is a high-quality and enjoyable hotel that is one rank above "Tabino Hotel."; "Tabino Hotel Lit Sakata" scheduled to open in Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture in December 2026 | Sun Frontier Real Estate Co., Ltd.

Tsuki Hotel: Opening November 28, 2020; A new light will shine on the area in front of Sakata Station. A community hotel that connects people, things, and events, and is full of the "Sakata spirit." Approximately 1 minute on foot from Sakata Station; Tsuki Hotel [IKYU.com]; [Jalan.net]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [JTB]reservation; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]

New Hotel in Tsuruoka City

(Tentative name) Toyoko Inn Tsuruoka Nishikicho: Scheduled to open in October 2026; [Toyoko Inn Official] Newly opened hotel

New Hotel in Higashine City

Smile Hotel Sakuranbo Higashine: Smile Hotel Sakurambo Higashine; Rebranded and reopened on November 29, 2024; A business hotel located just a 3-minute walk from JR Sakuranbo Higashine Station. All rooms are equipped with Simmons beds. Breakfast is a buffet of rice produced in Yamagata Prefecture and local cuisine.; Recommended accommodation plans
Standard Plan
Smile Hotel Sakuranbo Higashine Standard Plan [Breakfast Included] [Rakuten Travel]; [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [agoda]Reservation [Trip.com]Booking　; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]; 2 minutes walk from JR Sakuranbo Higashine Station! All rooms have Simmons beds♪ [Jalan.net]; A list of popular, affordable business hotel chains nationwide
If you want to reduce travel and business trip expenses. Also suitable for solo travel and fan trips.

New Hotel in Tendo City

Hotel Livemax Tendo: HOTEL LiVEMAX TENDO; A business hotel located a 5-minute drive from JR Tendo Station. The hotel will be completely renovated while retaining the atmosphere of the former Tendo Rich Hotel, and will be rebranded and reopened on April 30, 2025.; Recommended accommodation plans
[Rib Special] Plan from 2,434 yen
[Live Special] 15% off the regular plan! [Room only] [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Trip.com]Reservation [Hotels.com] Reservation　; A business hotel located along National Route 13. Free Wi-Fi connection throughout the hotel! [Jalan.net]

Hotel Andanomori Yamagata Tendo: ANDA NO MORI YAMAGATA TENDO; Formerly known as Tendo Grand Hotel Maizuruso, the hotel will open on December 22, 2024.; There is a large public bath with hot spring water. This all-inclusive hotel boasts a vast site. Alcohol, children's play areas, private baths, and rental items are all free of charge.; Recommended accommodation plans
Family-only plan
[Family Only] 20% off for elementary school students and younger! Full amenities, private baths, saunas, and fun activities for kids are all free [Rakuten Travel]; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; Full of free activities for both children and adults to enjoy [Jalan.net]

New Hotel in Shirataka

NIPPONIA Shirataka Gennai Residence: Opening April 29, 2021; "Kimono Retreat Hotel" promotes the local area through the world of kimono; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]; NIPPONIA Shirataka Gennai Residence [IKYU.com]

New hotel in Yonezawa City

Royal Pines Hotel Yonezawa: ROYAL PINES HOTEL YONEZAWA; Opening March 1, 2025; 5 minutes by car from Yonezawa Station on the Yamagata Shinkansen and Ou Main Line, 10 minutes by car from Yonezawa IC on the Tohoku Chuo Expressway; Solare Hotels to rebrand and reopen "Royal Pines Hotel Yonezawa" in spring 2025; [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Jalan.net]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [JTB]reservation /Time Sale; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]; Located in the center of the castle town of Yonezawa, about 5 minutes by car from Yonezawa Station on the Yamagata Shinkansen [Jalan.net]; Family-friendly rooms available [IKYU.com]

Smile Hotel Yonezawa: Smile Hotel Yonezawa; Rebranded and reopened on November 29, 2024; A business hotel located about 3 minutes on foot from JR Yonezawa Station. Free parking available. Breakfast is a buffet of Yamagata rice and local cuisine.; [Jalan.net]reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [JTB]reservation /Time Sale [agoda]Reservation [Trip.com]Booking　; Recommended accommodation plans
Breakfast and dinner plan
[Breakfast and Dinner Included] Smile Hotel Yonezawa: Uesugi's Special Daily Meat Bento Box for Dinner! Japanese and Western Buffet Breakfast [Rakuten Travel]; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]; Smile Hotel Yonezawa [IKYU.com]; 3 minutes walk from the east exit of JR Yonezawa Station, free breakfast and free parking [Jalan.net]; A list of popular, affordable business hotel chains nationwide
If you want to reduce travel and business trip expenses. Also suitable for solo travel and fan trips.

DEN'S HOTEL Yonezawa: Opened on April 24, 2022, the former Yonezawa Excel Hotel Tokyu will change its name in June 2024.; 5 minutes by taxi from JR Yonezawa Station. There is a Takayamako floor.; [Jalan.net]reservation [Rakuten Travel]Reservation [Yahoo! Travel]reservation [JTB]reservation; Book a hotel and ANA flight [Rakuten Travel]
Book a hotel and JAL flight [Rakuten Travel]; DEN'S HOTEL Yonezawa (formerly Yonezawa Excel Hotel Tokyu) [IKYU.com]

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IKYU.com: Popular lodgings in Yamagata that have been open for less than a year. Narrow your search by conditions such as stunning views, dinner in your room, large public baths, saunas, baby-friendly, good value for money, and vacation rentals.
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