Offering 4 dining options, indoor and outdoor hot-spring baths and karaoke, Zao Royal Hotel provides a free shuttle from JR Sendai Train Station The air-conditioned rooms have mountain views and an LCD TV You can sleep in a Western-style room or experience futon bedding and tatami -woven-straw- flooring in a Japanese room All rooms include a fridge, an electric kettle and an en suite bathtub with shower Just a 25-minute drive from Miyagi Zao Eboshi Ski Resort The hotel is also a 15-minute drive from Takimidai Waterfall JR Shiraishi Train Station is a 40-minute drive away A seasonal indoor pool and a games room is on site Guests can unwind with a massage or check out the gift shop On-site parking is free Japanese cuisine and sake are on offer at Ajinoren, while Touri features a Chinese menu