In Oct 2022, a new hotel MAZARIUM opend in Morioka, Iwate. MAZARIUM is a term coined from the Japanese words "mazaru (mix)” and "umu (born)”. The concept is to embrace and incorporate various forms of diversity, and to use this as a starting point for the creation and revitalization of Morioka.
The building is a complex established on the site of the Morioka Bus Center. Not only the hotel, there are some restaurants, shops, and saunas in the same building. Of course it still functions as the Morioka bus center. It is really functional and useful for various things, so using this hotel is a good choice when you visit Morioka.
I stayed at a bunk twin (Twin-bedded) room alone. Basically all of the rooms of this hotel are intended for two customers. Of course, we can stay alone but the fee is not different for one guest or two.
There is a small shower room in the room but I recommend you use the big public bath with saunas. It is very close to the rooms area.
The amenities and facilities are also good. A bluetooth speaker with a wireless charger was especially interesting for me. By the way, water and a drip pack coffee are free.
You can choose a breakfast option. It was awesome! They used seasonal foods from the local area and served them fresh. I recommend this option by all means.
The distance from Morioka Station (the biggest station in Morioka) is not close but you can easily go to this hotel by bus. Around this hotel, there are many sightseeing spots and famous historical places, so I believe you will enjoy your trip easily and comfortably. But, if you need my support anytime, let me know. I’ll guide you with joy!
[Japanese] サウナが楽しめる快適なホテル、MAZARIUMU
昨年10月、盛岡バスセンター跡地に新しいホテルができました。ホテルマザリウムは「まざる」と「うむ」の造語を名前にした、まちづくりの起点となることを目指したホテルなのだそうです。
建物はコンパクトながらホテル、サウナ付きの浴場、バーなどの飲食店が入っていて非常に便利です。ここから一歩も出ずに色々と楽しんだあとにゆっくりと休んでいくこともできます。盛岡駅からのアクセスもバス一本で楽々です。
ホテルの部屋は基本2名での宿泊を前提としているルーム料金制ですので、友人や家族との宿泊がコスパ的のもおすすめ。アメニティ類も充実していて、雰囲気も良く快適に眠ることができました。地味ですがQi付きのワイヤレススピーカーが置かれていたのが個人的に嬉しかったです。ちなみにサウナ付きの部屋もあります。ちなみに大人気で予約がとれません。公衆浴場ともなっているサウナ付き大浴場は部屋から徒歩1分ですぐつく場所にあります。
朝食はオプションですが、これは間違いなくおすすめ。県産食材を使ったできたての朝食はそのへんの温泉旅館にもひけはとりません。朝食を食べる派の方にはぜひ試していただきたいと思います。
盛岡に入らした際にはぜひお立ち寄りください！
