It's an absolutely bicycle-friendly and I really do highly recommend it to all cycling enthusiasts who would like to ride the Shimanami Kaido starting from Onomochi side.
Was very modern, clean, spacious and the staff were very friendly! It was a great place to stay before and after biking the Shimanami Kaido. We loved the overall style and they even put our luggage in our room prior to arrival! Coin laundry on site was also nice. Wonderful location, right on the water. :)
This was my 4th times staying here, so I obviously appreciate the hotel and the staff. It can sometimes be very expensive, but during the off season prices seem to come down some. The hotel and restaurant and shopping area are lovely, and well-designed in this converted water-side warehouse. They are absolutely accommodating to cyclists.
As a bit of a germaphobe and a fan of privacy, I was unsure about staying at a hostel since that would mean sharing a bathroom and not having our own wall or door. This hostel however exceeded all my expectations and dispelled my worries. It's squeeky clean, well organized, in a beautiful and convenient location just off the Shimanami Kaido bike path. We got the half board and the dinner was one of the standout meals of our entire trip.
Wunderbares Design Hotel in einem tollen Gebäude. Das Zimmer war ein Traum, vor allem das Badezimmer mit der großen Badewanne lädt zum entspannen ein. Das Frühstück Buffet ist großzügig und bietet eine große Auswahl. Die Lage ist auch super, der Bahnhof ist in wenigen Minuten zu Fuß erreichbar. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Das Hotel gehört zu meinen Favoriten und ich kann es wärmstens empfehlen. Ich werde sicher wieder kommen.
Our room, located on the second floor, was very comfortable and quiet. The staff at reception were really helpful and I appreciate the alternative cycling itinerary that was provided (right down to the ferry times and cost of the ferry rides!) after we missed the ferry to Imabari. I would suggest stronger lighting in the room as it can get a little dark as well as hooks to hang up our towels.
Hotel cycle was amazing! We were completely shocked at how this warehouse has turned into such a posh little place! We will definitely go back. This hotel is a brilliant marketing plan, is so inviting, and the best experience we have had in Japan! The staff were amazing and we cannot wait to go back!