



堺屋・森のホテル ヴァルトベルク
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Checked against the official site · Sep 202636-room European-style Zao Onsen hotel with a source-flow acidic open-air bath and a private bath, near the slopes.
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Not clearly stated on the official site — ask the inn before booking.
スロープを施しており車いすのままご入室できます。2018年12月新設のバリアフリートイレ。Step-free entrance, Accessible bath: not clearly stated on the official site — ask the inn before booking.
Not clearly stated on the official site — ask the inn before booking.
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Sakaiya Mori no Hotel Wald Berg
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Kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast are usually included at this mid-tier ryokan. Sudomari (room-only) plans may be offered as a cheaper alternative — verify the meal plan when booking. Dining is most often served in a communal dining hall.
Dietary requests (vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, allergies) should be communicated at booking, not on arrival — the kitchen pre-orders ingredients several days ahead.
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