Toba Orchid, Near Ise Grand Shrine

This was my first stay, and the Room was spacious and very relaxing. The in-room bath and open-air bath were wonderful and felt amazing. Dinner offered a wide variety of dishes, and I was full and satisfied—it was delicious. I’d love to visit again.

On a whim, I suddenly felt like soaking in an Onsen in the morning, so I looked for a nearby Onsen Accommodation with two meals included and a smoking Room, and decided to stay here. It had been quite a long time since I last stayed in Ise or Toba, butthe service, the Facility inside the building, and the overall cleanliness were all excellent. The Onsen water was truly wonderful, and I went in many times (laughs). The only disappointment was that there was only one open-air bath with alternating access for men and women; men could use it only in the morning. Also, when I opened the door to the open-air bath before dawn in the dark, my first step landed right into the tub—I was startled (sweat). The food tasted great, but both dinner and breakfast felt a bit unconventional; personally, I would have preferred something more classic. I also wished there had been a little more sashimi. Still, from arrival to departure, all of the staff provided such warm smiles and courteous service that I almost felt sorry—they made it a very fulfilling day.