SOTETSU HOTELS THE SPLAISIR YOKOHAMA

This hotel, which opened last year, is conveniently located right above Yokohama Station. It's incredibly easy for getting around and shopping. While it's listed as being at the West Exit of Yokohama, the station itself is huge and well-connected, so it took a little exploring at first, but once you get your bearings, it's a breeze. Overall, the hotel is excellent. My only minor gripe was with the residential rooms: there was a cold draft in the kitchen area. After some investigation, I realized it was coming from the range hood's ventilation duct. The room's AC was powerful, but after a shower, I constantly felt a chill, so I had to keep the bedroom door closed at night. The front desk is on the 4th floor. You check in by registering your information, then you're given a QR code to scan at a machine next door to complete the check-in process. The front desk staff also have automatic translators, so communication was no problem. One other thing: the washing machine is very 'Japanese' in that it has to complete its entire cycle before it stops. You can't add clothes midway or cancel the program. Basically, if the cycle isn't finished, the door won't open even if you turn it off. Below the hotel, there are eight shopping malls, which are fantastic for browsing! The basement floor has a dazzling array of fresh food supermarkets. It was great to buy things and have them sent straight up to the hotel. Highly recommend! 👏🏻

The room was very large and spacious, with new facilities. It's also close to the station, and there's a pedestrian bridge that takes you directly from the mall and station to the hotel. I'd definitely choose to stay here again next time I'm in town.