This is an older hotel and feels a little dated. It was easy for our large picture window to fog up. The walk to the sento bath feels like a trek. Also, it is so far up the mountain that you cannot walk to this hotel. A taxi/shuttle ride is an adventure as well. I don't know how they make it up the final drive-way. so steep!

A visit to Nisshokan Bettei Koyotei is like a step back to gentle and easy days. Absolutely 1st rate staff made everything about my stay enjoyable and relaxing. It was obvious they prepared well, learned who we were and what we liked. I felt valued, pampered, and relaxed. There is no better location in Nagasaki. What a view!

Stayed in March 2024

Initially we were a bit put off by the massively steep hill upon which these hotels are perched (and a bit scared after driving up it!) as we thought it would be too hard to get around. The minibus service was GREAT though and the view makes the hill absolutely worth it. We walked down to the harbour a couple of times and it's a fascinating crawl - winding down the lanes and staircases through the houses. Didn't walk back up but certainly it is possible. Easy to get taxis back after a late night, and they're cheap.

Absolutely lovely hotel. Beautiful, helpful and efficient staff made the stay so smooth and restful. Huge room. Wonderful food. The most amazing view over Nagasaki and its harbour from the sitting area in our room. Loved it. Also great minibus service to and from hotel to train station (central area); the drivers are amazing. The hill is really something else! Use of onsen at next door sister hotel was very welcome. The onsen at Koyotei is nice and clean but a little small.

Stayed in March 2024

This hotel is a little out of the way, but really worth it for the view. It's relaxing to see Nagasaki from above at different times of day. The staff were so friendly and always smiling and greeting guests, even giving us big waves as the station shuttle departed. I recommend taking advantage of the shuttle bus because while the city bus gets near the hotel, it's a steep mountain and the remaining walk is quite intense. The included breakfast was high quality.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing.

Tradition Japanese style rooms with very good view of Nagasaki.

Stayed in February 2024

The hotel had a wonderful view over Nagasaki. It was a little way from the main town, but we had a car so it was not a problem. There was also a courtesy bus that serviced the hotel down to the station.

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing it was perfect

What an amazing place to stay. Million dollar view of the city, the most incredible and amazing staff, a beautiful Japanese style room and fantastic Japanese breakfast. The perfect place to stay in Nagasaki. We will definitely be back here in the future.

Stayed in November 2023

Some people might not like the location but we found it easy to get to the city for sightseeing.

This ryokan is about as fancy as you can get. It is not in town and required a taxi or shuttle to get there; fortunately they provide a free shuttle but it's on a schedule. Because it's on a hill above the city, it's peaceful and the view is fantastic. The service was friendly and helpful and they spoke English. Signs and information were in English. The room rate included meals for which this ryokan is well known. The meals were exquisite, traditional food artistically prepared. We didn't try the public bath, but it looked clean and was empty. In the waiting area for the public bath, there were massage chairs and foot massage machines that were wonderful after a day of walking around the city. The room had a soaking tub we enjoyed. We felt pampered.

Stayed in November 2023

The location. Be advised that altough it is not that far from the Nagasaki station, it is an uphill climb. Really not a good option to do by walk. The hotel was quite old and in need of maintenance.

The massage chairsssss!! They were great and free! Staff were nice. Good experience of staying in a ryokan. Great view of Nagasaki from the bedroom. Good baths. The hotel provides a shuttle bus to/ from Nagasaki station. Breakfast was traditional japanese only, but the staff were kind enough to get us bread upon request.

Stayed in October 2023

The staff and service were incredible, the meals were delicious, the view over Nagasaki were some of the best in the city. The rooms were huge and comfortable. This place is a gem.

Stayed in August 2023

Bad weather during the visit...not the property's fault really Only few residents during visit...almost too quiet

Great English service Superb meals (dinner + breakfast) Connection to neighboring ryokan facilities Incredible view to the city skyline and harbor

Stayed in June 2023

The water temperature in the onsen bath is too hot

Dinner which was served in the room was very good. The staff who set up the dinner was polite and friendly. The city and night view from the room was very beautiful

Stayed in June 2023

In my room there were a few bugs. Not the annoying type but they were just there. Some were like butterflies and were quite pretty.

The property is a traditional Japanese Koyotei situated about a 10 minute bus ride on the northeast of Nagasaki station. The bus is provided by the hotel as a complimentary service and is very convenient. The property itself is very peaceful and when I was there, it attracted many domestic Japanese tourists. Something which I prefer to see as I like to ingrain myself into the culture. A very beautiful culture indeed. At other hotels I have been to in Japan the guests can be primarily foreign. The public baths were exquisite as well. The large bath includes a sauna. Be warned, this traditional Japanese hotel does not cater to western needs in terms of the temperature of the sauna and baths. Unlike other Koyotei, these baths are HOT. But I encourage you to try them. The breakfast was exquisite. The arrangement of the bento boxes, the variety, and the staff was all very well thought out. Thank you for the stay.

Stayed in June 2023

Nil

Wry friendly staff , nice and clean . Excellent breakfast

Stayed in May 2023

Not anything that is a deal breaker at all. But you do share the outdoor onsen with Nisshokan hotel next door (they are part of the same hotel group I believe). Those that are from Nisshokan are given yellow towels while Koyotei was given white to distinguish guests. I will say the indoor onsen may be a bit small (6 wash stations vs 10+) so going to the outdoor one is definitely worth it, unsure how busy it gets but I would imagine may be pretty packed during busy season from both hotels

Location was beautiful, you could argue you get the same reverse view of Mt. Inasa since you are directly across the valley. Staff was super friendly, we wanted to go to Nagasaki bio park, and they went above and beyond and helped us print out a bus schedule and station map to make sure we made it Facilities were great, the onsen(s) were super relaxing. Breakfast every morning was delicious for a traditional Japanese style Shuttle bus was extremely reliable and accurate on timing every day.

Stayed in April 2023

Super nice staff and a great view. Did not speak english but google translate worked.

Stayed in December 2022

Spectacular views of Nagasaki. Excellent kaiseki dinner (in room) and Japanese breakfast (in dining room). Wonderful staff who made us feel incredibly welcome despite language barrier. The property is affiliated with a much larger one next door which provides access to additional large public baths.

Stayed in December 2022

great view of Nagasaki from the room! excellent service! room was spacious and clean! scrumptious breakfast!!

Stayed in December 2022

Breakfast, scenery from the room, very good service

Stayed in November 2022

staff don’t speak English

location

Stayed in April 2023

Liked everything about it.

Location was spectacular with great city views. Room was very comfortable and relaxing. Staff were fabulous and very accommodating. Onsen was lovely. Breakfast was beautifully presented and served. And the shuttle bus was a real bonus.

Stayed in October 2023

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Stayed in January 2024

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Stayed in November 2023

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Stayed in October 2023

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Stayed in October 2023