Matsue New Urban Hotel

I'd recommend booking the annex, as both the front desk and hot springs are conveniently located there. That said, the rooms in the main building are very new and excellent.

When you leave the station, don't rely on Google Maps for directions as it might send you on a long detour. Instead, just turn left and the bus stop is right there. The hotel rooms are quite spacious, and they even offer hot spring services, which is a fantastic perk! The front desk staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful.

The hotel's main building has been undergoing facade renovation since June, but there was no prior notification before I made my booking. Consequently, I booked an expensive lake-view room in September, only to find the windows completely sealed off and a faint renovation odor lingering in the room. I was very disappointed. The renovation is expected to continue until December. I strongly advise caution when booking rooms in the main building.

I was upgraded to their largest room, complete with an ocean view and a private bathroom. It was absolutely fantastic; everything was perfect. They also offer free bicycle rentals. Parking is available for a fee, but it's incredibly convenient, which is a huge bonus in Japan where parking can often be a major issue.