The hotel is located not far from the station, and there’s a supermarket nearby. Within a 10-minute walk, there are some small restaurants, but be prepared—they’re too small to comfortably fit a family.
I have two major complaints about the hotel:
1. The booking didn’t mention that parking spaces are limited and not managed by the hotel staff, so anyone can park there. We arrived from Tokyo and had to use a paid parking lot near the hotel.
2. At breakfast, you have to wait in line because tables are cleared very slowly. You come down for breakfast and end up waiting about 15 minutes before you’re seated.
3. There’s no way to adjust the air conditioner temperature—only the fan speed. The room was very cold, and you could easily catch a cold.
The hotel's location is fantastic, just a 2-minute walk from Ise Station. It also has a hot spring bath, and breakfast is primarily Japanese style. The rooms aren't huge, but the value for money is excellent. If you're planning an overnight stay in Ise, this is a great choice.
The hotel has free parking and is about a 10-minute walk from Married Couple Rock, making it ideal for self-drive or hiking trips. After check-in, guests can use the free onsen. If public baths aren't their thing, private baths are also available, free and reservable. There are also games and free drinks in the lobby on the first floor. Breakfast is a mix of Western and Japanese dishes, including hamburgers and bread. The ingredients are all locally sourced and very nutritious, and the raw eggs are also non-fishy. The hotel is quite old, so the room amenities are a bit older, but this is acceptable.
The stay was very pleasant. I used Tsu as a hub to visit both Ise Shingu and Nachi given that there are rapid and limited express trains running from Tsu. The hotel is situated directly next to Tsu station with various restaurants situated near it. There is a shopping strip located about a 13 minute walk from Tsu station with Uniqlo and a large supermarket next to it.
As for the room, the beds were comfortable and spacious. Various amenities such as toothbrush and shavers were provided. There is also a free coffee machine located next to the check in desk.
I will highly recommend those who plan to visit Mie prefecture to stay here!
I stayed here for one night during a trip to Ise-Shima.
Since I was traveling by train, I used the free shuttle service to Kintetsu Ugata Station. The departure was on time and the service was very courteous.
[Good Points]
① Large public bath (open until midnight, morning bath available from 5am. Free popsicles after bathing, choose from four flavors)
② Ample amenities (POLA lotion, milky lotion, razors, toothbrushes, combs, etc. - pick up what you need from the counter in front of the reception desk)
③ Free room wear (can be worn anywhere in the hotel)
④ Delicious and substantial breakfast (enjoy home-cooked meals made with local ingredients. In addition to specialty dishes like Ise udon and tonteki, there was also curry and yakisoba. There was also a wide variety of desserts and drinks, and the yogurt and smoothies were especially delicious)
⑤ Spacious and spacious guest rooms (The interior has a unique atmosphere, and the appliances and furnishings are a bit dated, but the beds are spacious, and the value for money is excellent, especially for a night's sleep.)
⑥ The service was good (there was a free-flowing coffee machine, water dispenser, tourist information pamphlets, etc. near the reception desk. The staff was also friendly and efficient, especially during breakfast.)
[Areas for Improvement]
1. I was concerned about whether the slippers allowed to be worn inside the hotel had been disinfected. It would be reassuring if there was a sign indicating this. (I was reluctant to wear slippers directly on my feet, so I wore socks over them throughout the stay.)
2. There was a thin layer of dust on the wall above the bed (the side of the room), so it might be a good idea to wipe the wall down about once a month.
[Advice for Future Guests]
When using the large public bath, you will need to walk on carpet from the slipper area at the entrance to the changing room. If you are uncomfortable walking barefoot, it may be a good idea to wear socks or bring your own.
We checked in on Sunday and checked out on Monday, and the stay for two people, including breakfast, was less than 9,000 yen, which was a great deal.
Access is not the best, but I would definitely stay here again at this price range.
Facilities: A very new hotel with complete facilities
Sanitation: Clean and tidy
Environment: The location is very good, just 5-7 minutes walk to the right from Matsusaka Station, convenient for travel; you can hear a small sound of railway trains in the room
Service: It was raining outside when we went out, and we wanted to borrow an umbrella from the staff. The service staff was very enthusiastic
This hotel is super close to the train station and the outer shrine's pilgrimage route, making it really convenient for getting around.
We used the self check-in, but ended up with two rooms on different floors. After a quick chat with the front desk, who were very helpful, they managed to get us on the same floor.
There was a weird smell in the room; I initially thought I'd mistakenly walked into a smoking room. It got a bit better after I turned on the air purifier.
Breakfast was just okay – a bento box per person, plus a self-serve selection of bread, drinks, and miso soup.
Overall, I'd say it's pretty decent for its star rating and price.
Great value for money, much cheaper than similar hotels in Osaka. Toiletries are provided for free and there's a good variety. You can even choose from different types of pillows. Plus, there's a free onsen, which is amazing! 👍 I stayed in a king-size room and the bathtub was a good size and depth. The map shows it as a 2-star hotel, but I honestly feel it's on par with at least a 4-star hotel in China. Everything was perfect except for the slightly smaller room size. Breakfast was also good, a bit pricey at 1400 JPY, but acceptable.
I made a reservation to go to the Tsu Fireworks Festival.
It was about a 20-minute walk to the fireworks venue,
so it was very convenient!!
It's also nice that there are four types of private baths so you can relax in them.
I'd love to stay here again when I come to Tsu!!
We arrived early on the day of check-in and waited briefly in the lobby before being escorted to our room around 3:00. We were given a large twin room with tatami mats. While the furniture was a bit worn, it was very clean. The air conditioner was a Daikin brand and looked brand new. The staff, though not very numerous, were very helpful. Breakfast was a Japanese set menu delivered to the room. Kashikojima Station is less than a ten-minute walk away, and the hotel offers a morning shuttle service. Kashikojima gradually becomes quiet around 5:00 or 6:00, and restaurants and convenience stores at the station close by 6:00. We didn't book dinner at the hotel, so we took the train two stops later to eat.
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The staff are very friendly and helpful. The location is excellent that we were able to go to Nagashima Farm, Nagashima Spa Land and Jazz Dream. I’ll definitely come here again!
KKennyDuring my recent stay at Hotel R9 at Yard Tsu, I had a mixed experience, resulting in an overall rating of 3 out of 5. While the hotel was generally acceptable, there were some notable drawbacks.
One major issue I encountered was the cleanliness of the rooms. I was disappointed to find a significant number of insects on the walls, which was quite unpleasant and off-putting. As a result, I had to deduct points and give it a rating of 3 out of 5 for cleanliness.
Additionally, compared to my previous stay at another Hotel R9 location, the price at Yard Tsu was slightly higher. However, it was still within an acceptable range considering the overall quality of the hotel.
Despite the drawbacks, I must mention that the hotel's staff were courteous and attentive, providing decent service throughout my stay.
In conclusion, while Hotel R9 at Yard Tsu has some room for improvement in terms of cleanliness, its reasonable price and satisfactory service make it an acceptable choice for a short stay. However, I would recommend management to address the cleanliness issue to ensure a more pleasant experience for guests.
The food was delicious and although it was a quiet town, I was able to relax. I would like to stay here again if I have the opportunity. Thank you very much.
Exceptional experience. The room was very nice and surprisingly walking distance from the best restaurant in town called Ofuji, me and my boyfriend accidentally walked in and managed to get seats for two for the first night and totally packed with locals. The locals are super friendly and introduced us dishes to enjoy and we ordered almost everything on the menu. This Ofuji restaurant is 4.6 stars in google review which is the highest score in town! The hotel itself is very clean, room is super spacious with living area, couch and you can connect your own Netflix to enjoy the night.
Surprisingly spacious. With japanese style living area, balcony, kitchen, large bathroom, and 2 beds. Great seaview and get to see sunrise if weather permitting. Quite and nice neighborhood.
I love this hotel, staff have warm welcome and helpful, ABF variety food including recommend local food, room clean with eco friendly, I love it❤️❤️❤️ Close train station for transfer to city nearby. Walk 5-10 mins have 2 supermarket next to hotel 💕💕
The room was spacious, the front desk staff were friendly and helpful, and they even heated the room for us. It was a cold day with snow falling, so we were grateful.
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