SETOUCHI KEIRIN HOTEL 10 by Onko Chishin

I’d been curious about this place ever since reading the manga “Ohitorisama Hotel,” and I stayed here for one night before my trip to Naoshima.The entire Hotel was very stylish, and the view from my Room terrace—overlooking the velodrome and the sea—was wonderful.There were no races that day, but it looked like I could catch a glimpse of athletes practicing during the daytime.The large public bath and sauna were also spotless,and the loungewear was so comfortable—I really liked it.I regret not buying it a little (lol).Breakfast had a great variety and was delicious.There were lots of fun options you don’t usually see at typical Hotel buffets, such as marinated sea bream rice bowls, Tenshinhan (crab omelet over rice), clam chowder, and French toast, and I ended up eating too much.All of the staff were cheerful and kind.I was planning to take a taxi to Uno Port in the morning,but they kindly drove me there on their free shuttle bus, which was a huge help.Because of my schedule I couldn’t stay long enough and wish I’d had more time to enjoy everything, but I was very satisfied with this wonderful Hotel!

First of all, this Hotel is a perfect fit for keirin fans. For everyone else… there’s basically nothing around, so it might feel a bit boring. The sea is nearby and you might be able to have some fun, but since there really isn’t much in the area, I think it’s a place best suited for people who want to relax or who are here for keirin.The Hotel was very clean—maybe because it’s relatively new. I stayed on the 7th floor of an 8-story building, and the view was great. I could see the track from my Room, which was amazing!! Check-in is at 15:00, and until 17:00 you can enjoy free coffee and other drinks—excellent service. They also put effort into their merchandise, and I bought a hat I liked. The Room was stylish, and even the loungewear felt thoughtfully chosen, so I could really relax and enjoy keirin.A few disappointing points: There’s a sink right near the entrance, but it’s a bit awkward to use. It’s compact and not very user-friendly. The kettle also has an oddly narrow spout that makes it inconvenient to use. Overall, the water fixtures were not very convenient.There is a large public bath (communal bath), but on race days it can’t be used because riders use it. Since there’s only a shower in the Room, this may not work for people who prefer baths. I usually just take showers anyway, so that didn’t bother me at all. There is an Onsen near the Hotel as well, but it costs 2,000 yen per person so I skipped it.I didn’t eat any meals here, so I can’t comment on the food.That’s my review overall. I had a great time! I lost at keirin betting, but it was still a wonderful trip. Thank you!