Hotel Annex NOTSU
6,6/10 Good - Based on 20 reviews
Hotel Annex NOTSU is a modest, adults-only love hotel located in Usuki in Ōita Prefecture on Kyushu. The property offers compact, private rooms equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a refrigerator, kettle and in-room oven, plus a private bathroom with both shower and bathtub; free Wi-Fi is available throughout. On-site services include a staffed front desk, guest parking and bicycle rental, which makes the property practical for visitors who plan to drive or explore nearby coastal and countryside routes.
As a love hotel Kyushu facility it operates with policies oriented toward privacy and short‑stay convenience: check‑in is generally between 18:00 and 22:00 and check‑out between 06:00 and 11:00. The house rules restrict stays to guests aged 18 and over, prohibit parties and pets, and the property reports cash-only payments. The hotel offers an Asian-style breakfast, and reception staff can provide local information; bicycle rental and on-site parking are available for guests who wish to explore the surrounding area.
Located outside the Usuki town centre, the hotel sits within driving distance of local points of interest — approximately 10 km from the Usuki Stone Buddhas and around 20–30 km from major hubs such as the Oita stadium and Ōita city — with Beppu reachable by car. The compact layout and practical in-room fixtures make the property a discreet choice among love hotel Ōita options, while free parking and bike hire support short excursions into the surrounding Kyushu coastline and countryside.
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Review summary for: Hotel Annex NOTSU
Positive Reviews
Good breakfast options
Guests praised the breakfast: served early (from around 6:00), with both Japanese and Western choices, described as a substantial and tasty meal (some mentions of fruit included).
Spacious rooms and good value
Rooms were noted as larger than typical business hotels and seen as good value; room service and rates were described as reasonably priced, with one guest noting weekend rates felt affordable for a love hotel.},{
Well‑stocked amenities
Many reviews highlight that in-room amenities were plentiful — toiletries and styling tools like hair irons and curling dryers were available, contributing to guest convenience.
Friendly and responsive staff
Staff interactions received positive comments: guests reported attentive, helpful service, quick email communication and flexibility (for example, accommodating check‑in time changes).
Convenient location and overall cleanliness
Several guests appreciated that the hotel was one of the few lodging options in the area and described the property as clean and pleasant.
Negative Reviews
Bathroom drainage and size problems
Multiple guests reported issues with the bathroom: slow or poor drainage causing water to accumulate while showering, small or less comfortable bathtubs, bathtub plug not sealing well, and difficulty closing the bath door in some rooms.
Toilet lacks bidet (washlet)
Some reviews noted the absence of a washlet/bidet in the toilet, which was seen as a negative compared with other hotels.
Aging facilities and occasional odors
Several guests mentioned that some facilities felt old or showed signs of wear; a couple of reports referred to a musty or moldy smell in the room.
Confusing check‑in and payment policies
There were complaints about time‑based check‑in (e.g., check‑in beginning at 18:00) and extra charges for early arrival without clear advance notice; one guest asked for prepaid card payment and preassigned rooms to avoid uncertainty.
Maintenance and minor nuisances
Other issues included intermittent problems with the in‑room phone connecting to the front desk (requiring use of mobile phones), ants near the washbasin, frozen water pipes in very cold weather, and some guests finding provided pajamas too heavy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — it is listed as a love hotel for adults; guests must be at least 18 years old and children are not allowed.
Check-in is listed between 18:00 and 22:00, and check-out is between 06:00 and 11:00.
Reception staff are available to provide information and assistance during arrival; note the property’s published check-in window.
The hotel is marketed as an adult-oriented love hotel and provides private on-site parking to support discreet arrivals.
Yes — the property offers private parking on site.
Some third‑party listings describe soundproof or insulated walls, but soundproofing can vary by room, so expect moderate sound insulation rather than complete isolation.
Rooms are reported to include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable, fridge, kettle, bathtub and hairdryer, oven/microwave in some rooms, and free Wi‑Fi.
An Asian-style breakfast is noted as being available at the property.
Pets are not permitted at this property.
The hotel is located in Usuki; the nearest station (Inukai) is roughly an 11‑minute drive and the property is about 11 km from Usuki city center.