ONCRI-KARATSU

I stayed here with my elderly mother. The Room was spacious with an ocean view, and we were very comfortable. We were told the large public bath is not an Onsen, but the water felt soft and soothing. Above all, the food was outstanding. We had a sushi kaiseki course, but there was too much to finish, so they kindly packed it for us to take back to our Room. Breakfast was also delicious—this was the best dining experience I’ve ever had at a Hotel.However, it was a slight downside that there wasn’t an amenity set with items like facial lotion in the Room. They are available in the large public bath, but even Business Hotels usually provide them these days, and many women use them both morning and night, so having them stocked in the Room would be appreciated.

I was a bit concerned by everyone’s Reviews about the view bath, but in the end, unless it’s the coldest time of year, I think the natural breeze you feel while soaking in the tub is pleasantly like a semi-open-air bath. The usability of the toilet and bath may depend on each guest’s ingenuity. The interior was modern, stylish, on-trend, and clean. The atmosphere of the large public bath was nice, but perhaps because we’re seniors? The lighting was rather dim and the floors were dark, so even my sure-footed husband said he almost slipped and felt it was unsafe underfoot. It would have been better if they had clearly indicated where to park at check-in with lines or clearer guidance. However, even after we got home we kept saying how delicious the meals were—it left a strong impression and made us want to come again for the food.