Hotel Ishigaki & Chikonkiya

Really nice shared spaces, and the location worked great for me. The staff were amazing too!

I felt sick just being inside. The whole building smelled like a toilet, with dust and hair scattered around, and it was incredibly dirty. I gave up on staying there, even though I didn't get the reservation fee back. I can't imagine anyone with common sense choosing to stay. Be careful.

The rate matches the experience, but I still wouldn't recommend staying here, even at this price. There was a Wi-Fi password and other information in the room, yet no internet connection. The hotel's YouTube videos seemed old, from the COVID-19 period. I meant to sleep until 9 AM, but other guests were talking loudly in the hallway and kitchen from about 7, and woke me up. If people can't keep proper manners, the place could at least have some soundproofing. For a decent night's sleep, I'd choose a more suitable hotel.

It's in a decent spot, and the low price means some dirt is to be expected. The other guests are a bit of a lottery, though. Some sing in the middle of the night, and with walls this thin, even quiet humming can be irritating. People can get carried away when they're in groups, so for solo travelers I think a capsule hotel setup would make more sense.