Ryokan Wataya vs Shimabara Station Hotel

Same City · Unzen Distance: 16.9km
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Ryokan Wataya

★★★ 3-Star
7.9 18
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Shimabara Station Hotel

★★★ 3-Star
7.6 724
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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

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Agoda
7.8 (26)
7.4 (887)
Booking.com
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6.8 (210)
Expedia
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7.4 (148)
Trip.com
8.7 (5)
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Overall Average
7.9 (31)
7.6 (1,245)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Ryokan Wataya Shimabara Station Hotel
Strengths Strengths
+ Warm and friendly hospitality from the hosts + Proximity to station and Shimabara Castle makes travel and sightseeing convenient, per many reviews
+ Heartfelt meals prepared with fresh ingredients + High-floor rooms have great castle views, repeatedly praised
+ Onsen facilities featuring natural spring water + Welcome drinks at check-in and friendly staff leave strong impressions
+ Great value for money for a traditional stay + Rooms are spacious for Japanese hotels and well-maintained, per reviews
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Poor soundproofing due to the age of the building - Facilities and furniture feel old and outdated, repeated complaints
- Shared toilets and washbasins - Some rooms have odors, noise, or mosquitoes mentioned
- Lack of modern facilities - Bathrooms are small or rooms feel cramped in some cases

Recommended For

Traditional Ryokan Seekers Budget Travelers

Recommended For

Solo travelers Business travelers Couples

Guest Reviews

Ryokan Wataya

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Shimabara Station Hotel

Agoda 8.0 Solo traveler

Convenient near station, welcome drink nice. Room small but sufficient

Agoda 9.6 Group traveler

Spacious rooms, friendly staff, great location

Agoda 7.2 Solo traveler

Clean, near onsen, great castle view

Expedia 8.0 Solo

Well-maintained and clean, fantastic castle view

Booking.com 8.0 Couple

Large room and stunning castle view, good location

Small bathroom

Location Comparison

Distance: 16.9km

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