Hino-cho Vacations from ￥46,395

New and close to the city

Easy access to Nagoya station via the Aonami line for schlepping your luggage or on rainy days. 15 minute walk through the crowds when you want to people watch. The VIP bit was access to their lounge area with drinks and hor d’ouvres and that was good at the end of a day. Don’t believe the room photo you see. There are four corner room on each floor. When you send me a note that I’ve been given VIP status and a picture of an upgraded room you tend to believe that will be what my room will look like. Check with hotel if that is something you really want. I did not push for an upgrade because the standard room did everything I needed it to except provide hooks/bars for my robe and towel. Easy access to convenience stores on street level.

As previous guests note, twenty five minutes from Toba station. As such, no restaurants or stores aside from in the hotel, but plenty of beautiful scenery. I didn’t have the dinner option due to price and instead brought take out from the local food shop (Marche) near the station, but fully enjoyed the lavish spread of fresh foods (fruits and veggies, too) and view of the bay. My room was spacious and new (532) and the indoor pool and outdoor jacuzzi were well-maintained and I could do laps or walking exercises. Overall, a wonderful resort for a little rest and relaxation. ps. The shuttle bus needs to be reserved by phone or mail and actually is worth the drive since you can see the water during the commute.