Reviews of Shirako New Seaside Hotel

I went to Kusatsu last week but missed my chance to soak in the hot springs, so I considered hot springs near the Tokyo metropolitan area and booked a stay so I could stay there after work on the weekend. Shirako is about an hour's drive from Chiba Station, and there's a convenience store in front of the hotel. The building's exterior was quite worn, to the point that I wondered if it would even be open, but the interior was incredibly clean. Despite its old appearance, the elevator was new, and the tatami mats in the rooms with bathrooms and toilets were new. Even though the facilities were dated, disinfectant was provided in every area, and the facility was impeccably clean. Although the plan called for guests to lay out their own futon, it was stored in a closet for easy access, even for me, who hadn't done it in decades. Shirako Town itself seems to be home to many training camps, and the hotel's website warns that the hotel can get quite busy during peak seasons. However, the hotel was empty on the weekend, allowing me to relax in the large public bath, and I slept comfortably and quietly at night. The hot spring water, in particular, was unique in quality, leaving my skin feeling silky smooth. It felt like hot water mixed with Isodine, a gargle, and salt. The private open-air bath on the rooftop was also great. The only disappointment was that although Wi-Fi was available, it wasn't advertised on the website. I'd like to return during the off-season so that it doesn't overlap with club or summer training camps.