Title: Pension Buddy Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Pension Buddy Travelers find peaceful moments in a garden setting with convenient on-site dining and complimentary parking at this retreat ## Photo gallery for Pension Buddy ![Exterior - Pension Buddy (Kitashiobara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/39cd2e03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Pension Buddy (Kitashiobara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/eb0fde58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets - Pension Buddy (Kitashiobara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/24cca3db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - Pension Buddy (Kitashiobara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/cc73f190.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - Pension Buddy (Kitashiobara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/ec5b0be0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Pension Buddy offers a tranquil retreat with a peaceful garden backdrop. The on-site restaurant serves meals steps from the rooms, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Visitors enjoy complimentary parking and the quiet atmosphere that makes this place special. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning £67 13 Mar - 14 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds Showing 1 of 1 room ### View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking ![Twin Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/8fb4b987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination 2 bathrooms Hairdryer - Mountain view - 108 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKitashiobara-Hotels-Pension-Buddy.h38326425.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKitashiobara-Hotels-Pension-Buddy.h38326425.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Kitashiobara is home to Pension Buddy. Morohashi Museum of Modern Art and Hideyo Noguchi Memorial Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Urabandai Ski Area and Urabandai Nekoma Ski Area. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. [Visit our Kitashiobara travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kitashiobara.dx6337056) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.69372%2C140.07455&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=plMwUDbgudd5k8N0OFOi67WN0AQ=) 1095-59, Soharayama, Hibara, Kitashiobara, Fukushima, 969-2701 ### What's nearby - Lake Sonohara 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Herb Space Bandia 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Lake Hibara 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Urabandai Nekoma Ski Area 14 min drive \- 7.6 miles - Inawashiro Lake 33 min drive \- 14.5 miles ### Getting around - Inawashiro Station (JR) 36 min drive - Fukushima (FKS) 82 min drive ### Restaurants - ブナブナ - sun's cafe hamburger 18 min drive - ヒバラダイニング 8 min drive - 早稲澤屋しおまる 10 min drive - 奥裏磐梯らぁめんや 11 min drive ## About this property ### Pension Buddy Property highlights Pension Buddy provides amenities, such as a garden and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - A restaurant ### Things to do - Ski passes ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Soap - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### More - Air conditioning - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 20 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (6:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as Pension Buddy Hotel Pension Buddy Kitashiobara Pension Buddy Hotel Kitashiobara ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pension Buddy pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Pension Buddy? ### How much is parking at Pension Buddy? ### What time is check-in at Pension Buddy? ### What time is check-out at Pension Buddy? ### Where is Pension Buddy located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Pension Buddy Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 5.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Amenities ### 7.0 Staff & service ### 6.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### カズヤ 28 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ペンション内もきれいで 静かで居心地がよかったです。 ##### カズヤ Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### YUUKI 1 Jan 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities 隣、上の部屋の生活音が丸聞こえでうるさい。 お湯などサービスはあり助かりました。 ##### YUUKI Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brendan 7 Nov 2025 ##### Brendan Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Hakbu 20 Jul 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### Hakbu Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### chihiro 25 Jul 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### chihiro Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Nao 2 May 2022 ##### Nao Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ---