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Tama Hotel places you in Ishinomaki, with easy reach of Shiogama Shrine and the Sendai City Community Support Center, while Entsuin Temple and Sendai Toshogu add more reasons to linger beyond your stay. This Hotel keeps the setting practical and straightforward, with free private parking for guests who drive and a restaurant on site, so arriving and settling in feels uncomplicated from the start. It is a useful base when you want to move between local stops without losing time to logistics. Guest rooms are air conditioned and designed for a simple, comfortable stay, with free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, a desk, a private bathroom, and free toiletries. Family rooms are available, giving you room to keep everyone together, while free bikes offer another easy way to move through the city at your own pace. The details are direct rather than decorative, which suits travelers looking for a dependable place to return to after a full day out. Around the property, the rhythm stays practical and low-key, with parking, dining, and guest services helping the day feel organized from check-in to departure. Sendai Airport is 37 miles away, which adds a clear sense of how Tama Hotel fits into a broader regional trip without requiring a complicated arrival. In Ishinomaki, that balance of access, comfort, and simple amenities makes the stay feel steady, functional, and easy to remember.
Arrivals & Check-in
18-plus check-in, air conditioning, Entsuin Temple 16 miles away
Hotel · Ishinomaki
Arrival
Minimum check-in age 18, arrival time required in advance
Bath products
Private bathroom , Free toiletries , Each room
Design
Family rooms, air-conditioned rooms, private bathrooms
Tech
Free WiFi, flat-screen TV in all rooms
Bedrooms & Baths
Rooms with desks, free WiFi, and private bathrooms
Where you sleep
· 18 Bedrooms
· 4 Bathrooms
Restaurant
Wine/Champagne
Private Parking
Street parking
Parking on site
Parking
Free parking
Family rooms
Wifi in all areas
Non-smoking rooms
Property Amenities
Comforts and facilities at this stay
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Guest Reviews
Tama Hotel Reviews
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Gvidas
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Apr 26, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: You can tell that the property owner loves what he does. The best time to see the cats is during dinner time, otherwise they seemed to prefer to keep to themselves. The owner provides snacks, free wine, and more manga than you could read in a month. Clean bathroom and kitchen in the provided room.
Negative: To fault no one but the weather; the ferry was canceled the day we were hoping to go to Cat Island (we learned it was also canceled the day before from other guests). When we checked in to the hotel the owner offered to drive us to the ferry port in the morning and pick us up later in the day, but the weather didn't cooperate with strong winds. Temper your expectations if you're staying here for that experience.
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Meredith
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Apr 26, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The host is unique, Elvis and cat lover. Very good fun. If you love cats and are visiting cat island, this is the place.
Negative: If you dont love cats and are not visiting cat island this is not the place
Summary: Cats and Elvis
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Jonathan
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Apr 16, 2026 07:00:00 AM
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Tama Hotel Reviews
Reviewer Type:
Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Gvidas
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Apr 26, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
You can tell that the property owner loves what he does. The best time to see the cats is during dinner time, otherwise they seemed to prefer to keep to themselves. The owner provides snacks, free wine, and more manga than you could read in a month. Clean bathroom and kitchen in the provided room.
Negative:
To fault no one but the weather; the ferry was canceled the day we were hoping to go to Cat Island (we learned it was also canceled the day before from other guests). When we checked in to the hotel the owner offered to drive us to the ferry port in the morning and pick us up later in the day, but the weather didn't cooperate with strong winds. Temper your expectations if you're staying here for that experience.
Meredith
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Apr 26, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Family With Children
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
The host is unique, Elvis and cat lover. Very good fun. If you love cats and are visiting cat island, this is the place.
Negative:
If you dont love cats and are not visiting cat island this is not the place
Summary: Cats and Elvis
Jonathan
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Apr 16, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Family With Children
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
We absolutely loved our stay at Tama Hotel — it was truly unforgettable.
From the moment we checked in, we were treated with the utmost care and kindness. This isn’t just a hotel, it’s an experience.
The owner is incredible — thoughtful, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about creating a special stay for every guest. We were introduced to all 14 resident cats, each with their own personality, and even completed a little cat‑holding test before being allowed to cuddle one of the owner’s cats. It was such a fun, unique touch.
There are so many thoughtful extras: free wine, beautiful body creams, bath salts, and cosy spaces to relax with the cats. In the evening we watched all 14 cats gather for feeding time, which was chaotic, adorable, and one of the highlights of our trip.
The owner even drove us to the ferry for Cat Island, which made the whole day so easy and stress‑free.
100/10 service.
We couldn’t recommend this place enough — it’s warm, quirky, memorable, and made with so much love. A perfect stay for any cat lover or anyone wanting a truly special experience in Ishinomaki.
Negative:
Honestly, nothing. There wasn’t a single thing we didn’t enjoy — every part of our stay was exceptional.
Summary: Tama Hotel felt less like accommodation and more like being welcomed into something wonderful.
Natalie
·
Apr 14, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
The hospitality of Mino, the hotel manager. He was friendly, had a great sense of humor and let us feed and play with his cats. He made sure that we felt right at home.
He was very nice and offered to drive us to the Tashirojima ferry station, though in the end we couldn't go due to bad weather.
Our stay was fun We definitely intend to visit again!
Negative:
Not the easiest to get to on foot from the train station.
Summary: The most hospitable hotel experience we've ever had!
Raul
·
Apr 9, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Family With Children
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
The room was amazing, with 4 large beds, a massage chair, and a small kitchen with a table for four people.
There is even a "cat hotel", with 14 cats, that you can feed at 7pm.
And the manager was super super friendly, he drove us to the ferry to go to cat's island. Saiko desu !
Negative:
Nothing.
Summary: Amazing experience in cats' hotel !
Stéphane
·
Apr 8, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Extended Group
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Brandon Perry
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Apr 7, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Extended Group
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
Mino was the best host! He went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. You can tell he loves what he does and is friends with everyone he meets.
Negative:
There were some stains in the towels.
Summary: Superhost makes visiting Cat Island a breeze.
Aug 24, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
The owner was very accommodating and communicative. I enjoyed the area where we could hang out with the cats and all the amenities that were offered, including free laundry, wine, mangas to read in the cafe, robes, etc. The owner also drove us to our next destination and took the time to figure out plans with us. The hospitality was excellent and I wish we could have shown our appreciation more.
Negative:
n/a
Summary: A wonderful and kawaii cat-themed stay
Vanessa
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Aug 21, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Cindy
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Aug 21, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Good to know · before you book.
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Stay length
1 Night minimum.
Other Policy
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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Is parking available at Tama Hotel?
Yes. Tama Hotel offers free private parking for guests who drive.
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Does Tama Hotel have WiFi?
Yes. Free WiFi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.
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Is there a restaurant at Tama Hotel?
Yes. The hotel has a restaurant on site.
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Are family rooms available at Tama Hotel?
Yes. Tama Hotel has family rooms.
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Are pets allowed at Tama Hotel?
No. Pets are not allowed.
Yes. Tama Hotel offers free private parking for guests who drive.
Yes. Free WiFi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.
Yes. The hotel has a restaurant on site.
Yes. Tama Hotel has family rooms.
No. Pets are not allowed.
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