4-Star Hotels in Aichi Prefecture, Japan

The room size is typical for a city hotel, with just enough space to open one large suitcase. However, the hotel's service is exceptional. Don't let its slightly dated appearance fool you; it has a washing machine and dryer on the top floor, and the overall service is truly outstanding. I arrived quite early on July 8th and checked in at the front desk. After leaving my luggage to go out for a meal, I was pleasantly surprised to find my bags already delivered to my room when I returned for my key – a really nice touch! Housekeeping was also thorough, tidying the room and making the bed daily. The hotel entrance is on the second floor. I was a bit confused initially when navigating there, thinking I'd made a mistake, until I spotted a sign on the building indicating the front desk was indeed upstairs. A surprising highlight was the quality of the disposable razor they provide. As someone with a thick, coarse beard who shaves daily, I usually find hotel razors inadequate and plan to buy my own. But this one was incredibly comfortable and shaved very cleanly without any irritation – arguably the best I've ever used in a hotel! I will definitely stay here again on my next trip to Nagoya. The location is fantastic too, less than a ten-minute walk from the subway station. Plus, with a FamilyMart to the left and a 7-Eleven to the right downstairs, snacks and drinks are always readily available whenever hunger strikes.

This hotel is conveniently located near Nagoya TV Tower in the bustling downtown area, about 500-600 meters from the subway station and two stops from the city center, making it great for sightseeing and shopping. You can even walk to Nagoya Castle and the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology. The breakfast is quite substantial, and the rooms are clean. In the evenings, there are plenty of affordable and delicious restaurants and pubs nearby. It's an excellent choice for a stay in Nagoya.

The hotel is located near Nagoya Sakae Station, about a 3-minute walk after exiting the station. It offers incredible value for money. Firstly, its downtown location provides excellent transportation links. Secondly, the hotel's facade and decor are so impressive that I had to double-check several times upon arrival to confirm it was indeed the hotel I booked. The room was clean and tidy, and the facilities were sufficient. While breakfast isn't included, there's a great restaurant in the hotel lobby, and Sakae Station and its surroundings boast numerous restaurants and shops, making it very convenient.

The Vessel Inn Sakae in Nagoya is a truly excellent hotel, offering a fantastic experience thanks to its incredibly helpful staff, prime location in the vibrant Sakae area, and thoughtful amenities. Guests will appreciate the convenience of a 7-Eleven located directly beneath the hotel, the unique benefit of free space available after 2 AM, and complimentary drinks, all contributing to a comfortable and highly convenient stay in the heart of the city.

There were some issues with communication at the front desk. Initially, when checking in, I was given a room on the top floor and thought it was a pleasant surprise due to a previous request I'd made to the hotel. However, after trying two different key cards and failing to open the door, I returned to the front desk. It turned out their internal card information didn't match the room number they'd given me, and I had to wait through several rounds of discussion and resolution. I've stayed in many places, but this is the first time I've encountered such a situation, and there was no further communication or explanation afterward. Breakfast arrangements were also quite odd. Despite the long queue of guests in the morning, staff only communicated with the first group in line, and no one came out to explain how long the wait would be or how many people were ahead. When we finally got seated, we noticed there were actually empty tables inside, but for some reason, we were made to wait for a long time without any explanation. This was quite an unexpected experience during a trip with friends; we really couldn't understand these operational choices.

It’s a very classy hotel and it’s been around long enough to show it. It sits right on top of the Meitetsu bus center. We didn’t utilize the bus the first few nights we stayed here but once we did, we understood why this hotel is so popular. The accessibility to the bus center is very nice. With the age of this hotel, it retains the premium real estate space per room that just doesn’t really exist at this price point in more recent hotels. I wouldn’t say it’s as roomy as the average American motel but there is a noticeable difference of additional room compared to your average business hotel. Amenities were limited but it had enough for what we needed. Technology wise, the rooms are still equipped with TVs from the Stone Age but this wasn’t a negative for us and we hardly utilized the TV. Shower and tub were standard though the bidet tech was a bit dated. It’ll still get the job done cleaning you up though. No issues with check in or check out. Staff were kind and even let us check in a few minutes earlier than scheduled. If you enjoy the shops around the station, the hotel elevators go all the way down to the basement shopping arcade which also connects you to many of the other buildings in the area. You never really have to go outside. We heard this hotel will undergo renovation next year. I wish the best for all the staff involved and look forward to see the new improvements the next time I’m able to stay here.

pretty hotel, looks like a palace. room was very big for the price. beware because the hotel is NOT in nagoya, it is in a neighboring city, and transportation from and to nagoya is quite expensive and the trains don’t come that often. there is a shinkansen station right in front of it, there is no need to go to nagoya station. the room was big and comfortable, the walls in my room were a bit dirty but it had a very nice and pretty balcony, tv with youtube and streaming services. bed was very comfortable and hotel has great service, i just wouldnt stay again because of the location.

I stayed at this hotel on the first day of my trip. The overall facilities were very nice and the service was great. The room was also very clean, and the lounge was especially impressive. Guests were able to use it for free within a set time, and it was great to be able to relax while enjoying various alcoholic beverages and coffee. The gym facilities were also great. If I visit Toyohashi again, I would like to stay a little longer. Thank you!

Good value with exceptional service We were extremely satisfied with the services and had a delightful experience in that hotel. Our package included room, breakfast and dinner. Due to a minor traffic incident, we were unable to meet our dinner time of 6:00 pm. We contacted the hotel and they kindly accommodated us and provided attentive service. We were deeply touched by their care and consideration. The assistance to report of the traffic incident to the local insurance company was unexpectedly smooth with the help of the staff. The language proficiency of the staff was impressive, as they efficiently resolved language-related issues we faced. Furthermore, the traditional charm of the hotel exceeded our expectations and added to our enjoyment - good value. We will recommend the hotel to others and look forward to visiting again in the future. Special thanks to Ms. Oromo Rie, Mr. Toyama, and the staff responsible for our meals.

Location is perfect right next to Kanayama train station which is connected to train and subway network. The staff were polite and helpful. Just one issue during our stay: We booked a three-bedroom where a sofa bed was not fully flat. I slept for the first night feeling discomfort at low back. We called the hotel service desk and the lady staff was very helpful to add a layer of blanket underneath the mattress to help. While it’s not perfect but it still felt better for remaining few nights of sleep. Suggest the hotel to review this issue especially for guest staying for a few nights.