HOTEL U's Kouroen – Adults Only

Perfect, but expensive.

I realized a few hours after booking that I'd picked the wrong hotel location by mistake. I asked for a refund, but the request was cancelled, and my reservation is still 4 days away.

There are plenty of amenities and rental items, so you don't need to worry about arriving without things. The place is easy to get to, a short walk from the station, and has parking, which makes it handy for sightseeing or business. My room was clean and bright, all in white, and I slept well in the big bed. The jacuzzi bath and decorative lighting made bathing feel a bit special. The meals were tasty and filling, including omelet rice and pasta, and I was happy to have crispy croissants for breakfast.

Shukugawa Park is next door, with lovely autumn leaves and a nice natural setting. The hotel is also well placed for getting around, about a 30-second walk from Hanshin Kohakuen Station and a 5-minute walk from JR Sakura-Shukugawa Station. I stayed in the most popular suite this time. It has a luxurious white interior, with a spacious king-size bed at the back. Every room has VOD and DVD players, so you can watch movies and dramas without limits, and Wi-Fi is available throughout, making it easy to bring a phone or tablet. The jacuzzi and decorative lights make bath time feel special. The sink area is spacious, and there's a good supply of skincare products and amenities. The in-room menu is extensive, with classic pasta, demi-glace omelet rice, fried chicken and other snacks, ramen, champon, and even a breakfast set. It feels like a grown-up family restaurant in your room. HOTEL U's Kohakuen is a designer hotel, just 30 seconds from the Hanshin Kohakuen Station ticket gates.