ホテル リトリート Hotel retreat
7,2/10 Very good - Based on 38 reviews
Hotel Retreat is an adult-only, small-scale property on Sado Island that is listed and described as a love hotel while also being positioned for business and solo travellers; directory listings identify it under a former name and list roughly fifteen rooms, and booking records note it is the only facility of this category on the island. The property offers private, self-contained units with standard hotel linens and toiletries, and operates a 24-hour front desk to serve arrivals at varied hours.
Guest accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, a bidet, and in-room conveniences such as a refrigerator, microwave and electric kettle; rooms include basic kitchenware on request and provide complimentary towels, bedlinen and Wi‑Fi. On-site services reported across listings include room service, barbecue facilities, occasional in-room menu/drink sales, a shuttle service for local transfers and free private parking with shuttered garages for privacy. Photographs and room descriptions indicate compact layouts that prioritise privacy and functional comfort.
Practical details to note: check-in is typically scheduled from mid-afternoon into the late evening and check-out is in the morning; children and pets are not permitted and all guests must be adults, with long-stay options occasionally available. The setting is rural, with local leisure options such as cycling and fishing accessible nearby, and the property’s profile will appeal to visitors seeking an adult-only stay; those searching for a love hotel in nearby regions such as Toyama may find this rural model comparable to small prefectural adult properties.
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Review summary for: ホテル リトリート Hotel retreat
Positive Reviews
Friendly, attentive staff
Many guests praised the staff’s polite, helpful and accommodating service — staff provided useful local information, pre-arrival contact and made guests feel welcome.
Spacious, comfortable rooms
Several reviews noted that rooms were larger than typical Japanese standards, with comfortable beds, effective air conditioning and pleasant interior (some rooms even include extras like a massage chair).
Good breakfast and local dining recommendations
Multiple guests enjoyed the morning onigiri (described as surprisingly large and tasty) and appreciated the host’s guidance to nearby restaurants for dinner, which enhanced perceived value.
Convenient private parking/garage and direct car access
Guests liked that they could drive directly to the room, with some rooms featuring a garage; this made arrivals and departures easy and private.
Well-equipped rooms and amenities
The property was reported to provide adequate amenities (toiletries, sensors lights, responsive air conditioning) and some guests found showers and overall equipment satisfactory.
Negative Reviews
Operates as a 'love hotel'
Several reviewers pointed out that this is a love-hotel style property; this may make some guests (especially families or those unaccustomed to such establishments) feel uncomfortable or surprised.
Rooms are windowless or sealed
Multiple guests mentioned rooms with sealed or non-opening windows, producing a sense of confinement and preventing fresh air or outside views.
Poor hot-water pressure and slow bath filling
A number of guests reported weak shower pressure and slow hot-water/ bath filling, which made bathing inconvenient and time-consuming in some rooms.
Remote location and limited nearby services
The hotel is in an isolated area; guests recommended arriving by car or bike and noted a lack of nearby convenience stores or services, and in some cases narrow parking spaces.
Occasional cleanliness, odor or dated interior issues
Some reviewers experienced problems such as spots where cleaning seemed overlooked, a musty or moldy smell in parts of the property, or generally older/decor that felt dated; these made a few guests dissatisfied.
Frequently Asked Questions
The property offers private on-site parking and a 24-hour reception; you can request privacy or arrival notes when booking to discuss any specific needs.
Check-in is from 15:00 to 00:00 and check-out is from 00:00 to 10:00; guests are asked to inform the hotel of their expected arrival time in advance.
Yes, reception is listed as open 24 hours, and the hotel accepts late arrivals within the stated check-in window.
Yes, solo stays are permitted and the property notes it is suitable for one person as well as couples.
Children and pets are not allowed, and parties or events are explicitly prohibited.
Rooms include air conditioning, free Wi‑Fi, a refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, bidet, toiletries, hairdryer and a desk; towels and bed linen are supplied.
Private parking on site is free, and a shuttle service is offered; contact the hotel in advance to arrange transport.
The property is listed as offering non-smoking rooms.
There are no specific soundproofing specifications listed; if noise sensitivity is important, contact the hotel directly or check recent guest reviews for confirmation.
The hotel is located in Sado (address on your booking confirmation); it is about 1.7 km from Sado town center and the nearest major airport (Niigata) is roughly 86 km away — contact the hotel for detailed directions or shuttle arrangements.