HOTEL R9 The Yard Katsuura

I often stay at R9 container hotels on road trips. Many of them seem to be located along major highways, but the R9 in Katsuura was right in front of the ocean, giving it a pleasant resort-like feel.There’s a 7-Eleven next door, which made shopping very convenient.There are many ways to enjoy traveling, but even without an Onsen Ryokan or a Resort Hotel that includes dinner, I think this Hotel is ideal for drive trips like mine and for riders. Having enough parking spaces to match the number of Rooms is a big plus for me.Also, this was my first time staying at a two-story R9 Hotel (most other R9 locations are single-story container units, right?).I used a single Room this time, but the few suite-style Rooms would be perfect for families or groups of friends.That’s how it felt.I’d love to stay again.

The ocean was right in front of us, and the location was excellent. It’s about a 7-minute taxi ride from the station. There are a supermarket and a drugstore along the way, and there’s also a 7-Eleven next door, which was very convenient. There are also Italian and Japanese restaurants nearby, so finding somewhere to eat wasn’t an issue. The Room was compact but clean, and we had a comfortable stay. I appreciated that the amenities included earplugs; combined with the eye mask I brought, I slept very well. The bed was a Simmons and very comfortable. At the front desk, we could choose light snacks that can be heated in the microwave, and there was tea service as well—thoughtful touches that were nice to have. Overall, it’s a compact Hotel where you can still enjoy a comfortable stay.