Apa Hotel Joetsu Myoko-Ekimae, Joetsu ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

2-3-1, Yamato, Joetsu, Japan, 943-0861

Close to Takada Castle Site Park

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Loved by guests

Convenient location
Clean rooms
Wonderful staff
Amazing spa
Outdoor tubs
Good quality products

"The hotel public bath was clean and had outdoor tubs."

Graeme-s from Australia

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"The spa was amazing!! Much better than any of the pictures show, even had Dyson hairdryers and good quality hair and body products :)"

Jennifer

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"Right next to the train station, this modern Japanese style hotel has good sized, comfortable, well appointed rooms, a good breakfast and helpful staff."

Geoff from Australia

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Rooms and Comforts

APA Hotel Joetsu Myoko-Ekimae, located at 2-3-1, Yamato, Joetsu-shi, Niigata, 943-0861, offers 161 air-conditioned rooms. Guests can select from Single Rooms and Deluxe Twin Rooms. Room amenities include a desk, kettle, refrigerator, safety deposit box, and a flat-screen TV. Each room has a private bathroom with a bidet. Comforts include pillow menus, free WiFi, air conditioning, and the APA Original Mattress Cloud Fit, plus a choice of two APA-made pillows. The ReFa Room includes a ReFa showerhead with four water flows and a ReFa hair dryer.

Dining at Akari

The hotel features the Restaurant 'Akari' on the first floor, which seats up to 20 people, including high counter seating and a small tatami room; children are welcome. Breakfast is served in Japanese and Western plate styles from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (last order 9:00 a.m.) at a price of 1,500 yen (tax included) with freshly cooked rice and Onsen egg. Dinner options include boiled fish, sashimi, and tempura set menus, as well as local sake. The restaurant offers Wappa-meshi, rice steamed in a wooden box with Niigata ingredients.

Leisure Facilities

Guests have access to a hot tub with an open-air bathtub (Genyou-no-yu) from 3:00 p.m. to 0:00 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The bath area includes whirlpool baths, DYSON dryers, a 65-inch TV, and lockers. Shampoo, conditioner, body soap, and face/hand wash are provided. The hotel also offers a laundromat on the first floor (300 yen per wash, 100 yen per 30 minutes of drying), with detergent available at the front desk for 20 yen.

Location and Access

APA Hotel Joetsu Myoko-Ekimae is a 1-minute walk from the east exit of Joetsu Myoko Station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line. By car, it is a 5-minute drive from Joetsu Takada IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway. Nearby attractions include Takada Castle Park (7 min by car), Joetsu City Aquatic Museum 'Umigatari' (23 min by car), and the street where one can walk on geese or other objects. Approximately 5,000 hydrangeas bloom along the prefectural road near Shozenji Dam (23 min by car).

Hotel Services

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Parking is available for 40 cars on-site for 500 yen per night, equipped with snow-melting facilities. Additional amenities include a vending machine with alcohol, coffee milk and snacks, and loaner wheelchairs. Services available at front desk (at cost) include: blankets (500 yen including tax), and trouser press (200 yen including tax). Newspapers are available for free in the lobby.

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Highlights from guests

Spa & LeisureOnsen Amazing!

The onsen was wonderful! It had outdoor tubs. High-quality hair and body products plus Dyson hair dryers are a big bonus after a soak.

Naomi from United Kingdom

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DiningHealthy Start

The Japanese breakfast was great. A wonderful way to immerse myself in the culture while enjoying a healthy and delicious meal.

Kenji from Japan

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Room FeaturesComfort is Key

The room had everything I needed for comfort. I especially loved the yukatas! Plus, the beds were super comfortable to sleep on.

Hans from Netherlands

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Guest ParkingEasy Parking

On-site parking cost only ¥500. Alternatively, Times parking is available next to the train station if the hotel lot is full.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

11 m²

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Double Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

13 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Double Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

12 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

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Double Room Smoking

2 persons

12 m²

1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Joetsu 3.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Restaurant

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Open-air bath
Public Bath

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Trouser press

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

At Apa Hotel Joetsu Myoko-Ekimae, guests can indulge in authentic Japanese cuisine at the inviting restaurant,レストラン-燈-. With a focus on local Niigata ingredients, dining here promises a delightful array of flavors paired with a warm atmosphere, perfect for starting the day or unwinding in the evening.

レストラン-燈-

Traditional Japanese

Ambiance

A cozy setting featuring warm wooden accents, creating a welcoming atmosphere to enjoy meals with family or friends.

Key Offerings

Experience the unique dish of fluffy rice steamed in a wappa, adorned with fresh Niigata ingredients, embodying the rich flavors of the region.

Reservation

Not needed

Breakfast: 06:30 - 09:00 (except Sunday until 09:30); Dinner: 17:00 - 20:00 (Tuesday to Saturday).

Location

2-3-1, Yamato, Joetsu, Japan, 943-0861

Map view

2-3-1, Yamato, Joetsu, Japan, 943-0861

City landmarks

Landmark

Takada Castle Site Park

2.9 km

Landmark

Takada Castle

3.1 km

Landmark

Previosuly Devision Commissioner House

2.7 km

Landmark

The Japanease Memorial Museum of Skiing

3.1 km

Museum

Joetsu City History Museum

3.3 km

Landmark

Kobayashi Kokei Memorial Museum of Art

3.3 km

Landmark

The Site of Fukiage Ruins

2.5 km

Park

Takada Park

3.1 km

Landmark

Kannondaira Kofungun

2.8 km

Landmark

Sakaki Shrine

2.9 km

Landmark

Gangi Street

3.4 km

Landmark

Jokoji Temple

3.4 km

Landmark

Kobayashi Kokei Residence

3.2 km

Landmark

Hida Rekishi no Sato

3.3 km

Landmark

Hitaiseki

3.4 km

Landmark

Hida Shrine

3.4 km

Landmark

Samegao Castle Ruins

3.9 km

Landmark

Hie Shrine

3.5 km

Landmark

Takadateramachi

3.6 km

Landmark

Otoyoshi no Okeyaki

3.7 km

Landmark

Shofuku-ji Temple

3.7 km

Landmark

Gonotsujiinari Shrine

3.8 km

Landmark

Tenjindo Kofungun

3.9 km

Nearby

5-771-1 Yamato

Kamabuta Ruins Park

530 m

5-191-3 Yamato

Uesugi Kenshin Statue

530 m

Restaurants

Okaken

770 m

5-26-1 Yamato

Nanatsu No Omotenashi

1.1 km

5-192-5 Yamato JR Joetsu Myoko Station Sakura Plaza 2F Tenant C

Sweets Nekoji

1.1 km

5-26-1 Yamato

Tampopo Ramen Yamato

1.1 km

5-26-1 Yamato

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 10 am

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs JPY1,500 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Number of rooms:

141

Questions of the users

About Apa Hotel Joetsu Myoko-Ekimae

Are there any options for accommodating a baby during my stay, such as a baby cot?

12 November 2024

The hotel does not provide baby cots. However, children can share a bed with an adult.

Could you inform me of the nightly parking fee at the hotel?

03 December 2024

The parking fee is 500 yen per night, including tax.

Is there a free parking facility available nearby the hotel?

14 February 2025

The hotel has a parking lot available for a fee, and there are no free parking options in the vicinity.

Do guests have access to any nearby attractions or resorts through shuttle services?

21 March 2025

Shuttle services are offered to Lotte Arai Resort from the west exit of Joetsu Myoko Station. It's best to check the operating schedule with the resort directly.

Is it acceptable for a third-grade child to use the onsen facilities?

17 January 2025

Children of all ages can enjoy the onsen facilities.

What is the policy regarding tattoos in the public bath areas?

09 April 2025

Tattoos are allowed in the public bath; tattoo cover stickers are available at the front desk for those with visible tattoos.

What dining options are available at the hotel, and what are the breakfast hours?

28 October 2024

The hotel's restaurant, Akari, offers breakfast from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., last orders at 9:00 a.m. Breakfast is priced at 1,500 yen.

Are laundry facilities available on-site for guests?

05 June 2025

Yes, the hotel has coin-operated washing machines available on the first floor.