Sun Hotel Tosu Saga

The free breakfast was plentiful and delicious. The room was neat and clean, which helped us avoid the expensive accommodations in Fukuoka. The front desk service was excellent and very helpful with directions. The room facilities were complete, and the bathroom was clean with no strange odors.

This hotel is conveniently located near the station. Just cross the street from the station to the Family Mart or Lawson, then turn left a bit and you're there. It takes about 30 minutes to an hour to get to Fukuoka, depending on the train. It's not crowded, and I usually returned late at night. Most guests seem to be business travelers, not drunkards, so it felt quite safe. There are many restaurants nearby, but I didn't get to try any since I was out all day. The hotel provides discount coupons to help boost the local economy, so if you have time, you could try some local flavors. The hotel's cleanliness was decent, and although the facilities were a bit old, they were clean enough. However, be aware that there might be very poisonous insects or mosquitoes. The room was small, just enough space for one person to open their luggage. The air conditioning needed to be set quite high. It seems to be designed for business travelers, and considering there was a concert in Fukuoka on the weekend, the price was still reasonable, which was acceptable. They helped me receive a package, which was great. The self-service breakfast was just okay, not really worth eating. There's a bakery right next to the station. The best part is on the fourth and eighth floors, where there's a small room. It has vending machines selling water and instant noodles, an ice machine dispensing ice water, a microwave, and I think a coffee machine? And, most importantly, a hot water dispenser! It's incredibly convenient to get hot water anytime! In Japan, where almost everywhere offers only ice water and even room temperature water is rare, not having hot water is almost like being dehydrated for me. But this place has a hot water dispenser (at least none of the previous Japanese hotels I stayed at did). I filled a bottle before heading out; although heavy, at least I could drink it!

It feels like a cozy room that has preserved the original facilities of the old hotel. The hotel is located right near Tosu Station, and there is a shopping mall about 5 minutes away, making it a great place to buy charming souvenirs. The cleanliness of the room was excellent, and the large, open window creates a pleasant environment. Just looking out at the scenery of Tosu is a healing experience. Also, the front desk staff were very kind and warm. I really loved the bright greeting from the staff who processed my check-in. Breakfast was provided, and thanks to the diverse menu, I was able to start my day on a satisfying note. I actually ended up leaving a thank you message for the cozy and warm hospitality.

A very pleasant hotel near the station, with everything you need. Breakfast is the same every day, but delicious.