Aisaki RyokanvsDochuan Youth Hostel
Both hotels are highly recommended by professionals. Overall, Dochuan Youth Hostel scores marginally better than Aisaki Ryokan. Dochuan Youth Hostel has a TripExpert Score of 76 with endorsements from 1 reviewers such as Lonely Planet.
Aisaki Ryokan
Lonely Planet
5-6 Kitamemachi, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture 980-0023
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- Hot Tub
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet "If you’re not intimidated by cramped spaces, this budget inn offers simple yet functional Japanese- and Western-style rooms... It’s also within easy walking distance of the station." Full review
Dochuan Youth Hostel Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
2-3-7 Onoda Taihaku-ku, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture 982-0014
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Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This evocative former farmhouse has cosy Japanese-style rooms, genial managers, bike rental, free internet and a fantastic old cedar bath."
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The closest station is Taishidō (¥180, eight minutes from Sendai Station) on the JR Tōhoku line, from where it's a six-minute walk; ask for a map at the station or print one from the website.
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"You'll need some resolve to find this former farmhouse, but it's worth it." Full review
