4-Star Hotels in Mie Prefecture, Japan

Our stay at Sun Urashima Yuki no Sato was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and impeccable hospitality that made us feel truly special. The room was spacious, beautifully designed, and offered breathtaking views of Toba Bay. Waking up to the peaceful ocean scenery each morning was incredibly relaxing. The onsen was equally impressive—immaculately maintained, soothing, and the perfect place to unwind after a day of exploring. The kaiseki dinner and breakfast were exceptional. Every dish showcased the freshness of the local seafood and seasonal ingredients, with each course thoughtfully presented. Dining here wasn’t just a meal—it was an experience. What stood out most was the attention to detail. Every staff member went above and beyond to ensure our stay was comfortable, from the seamless check-in to the thoughtful service throughout our visit. You can genuinely feel the pride they take in providing outstanding hospitality. If you’re looking for an authentic luxury ryokan experience with amazing food, stunning views, and unforgettable service, Sun Urashima Yuki no Sato is absolutely worth the visit. We left feeling refreshed and already looking forward to returning someday.

The service was excellent. We had Japanese food for both breakfast and dinner. The carefully prepared dishes were served in a kaiseki style, and the taste, service, and atmosphere were all wonderful. Next time, I'd like to try the French cuisine!

The hotel is very overpriced for an old facility.  We booked an oceanview room but the windows are blocked with bars and can barely be opened.  Our room on the second floor could barely see the ocean.  Furniture and decoration scream OLD.   Most front desk workers are not Japanese.  They claim to have an ”international crew” but the problem is they don't know much about Japan.  When we asked the doorman about taking trains, he didn't have a crew because he just got to Japan from another Asian country.  On the other hand, the restaurants only have Japanese workers and no one speaks English.  We booked an 8-course dinner.  The chef was going around to explain the dishes to guests but just left us when he found out we don't speak Japanese.  The menu is in Japanese only.   This hotel also charged us at 135:1 foreign exchange rate while all other hotels charged 142-144:1 JPY-USD.  It's not a foreigner friendly hotel and way overpriced for what it is.

The hot spring, dinner, and breakfast were all very satisfying. The buffet-style dinner and breakfast, in particular, were incredibly luxurious with a wide variety of options that would appeal to all ages. Especially the seafood – sashimi, sushi, shrimp, scallops, squid, octopus – so much to choose from! There was also Matsusaka beef hot pot and stew, and a rich selection of fruits and desserts. During dinner, we experienced a minor incident, but we were incredibly impressed by the staff's quick response and thoughtfulness. Truly wonderful hospitality and consideration, and the reassuring feeling that staff in every position share information effectively! I am sincerely grateful. If I have the chance, I would definitely like to stay at Toba Seaside Hotel again.

Had a very pleasant stay at Miyako Hotel Yokkaichi. The hotel is in an excellent location, with convenient access to the train station, shopping and restaurants.

The view from the bath was great. The breakfast was also substantial and delicious. Compared to other luxury inns, it is reasonably priced, but the service and facilities were satisfactory enough to make me wonder how low the score on Google Maps was. I would like to stay again if I have another chance.

We chose this hotel for our first trip to Ise as a celebration for my husband's retirement. During dinner, my husband choked on some meat (his throat was already narrow), and the staff were very concerned and kindly made the remaining rice into rice balls for him. We were able to relax and enjoy a delicious meal in our room. We would love to visit again. We were also very satisfied with the open-air bath in our room.

It was further from the station than I thought and the hotel name is Toba ohamasoh and as a result we could not find the hotel on Google maps so had some xtra trekking. This needs to be amended on Trip. However the staff were so lovely and the food was amazing, the onsen was good too. There was a free bus in the morning back to the station

The breakfast set menu was incredibly generous, almost too much to finish, and the food was quite good. The location is extremely remote. Although there's a shuttle bus that can be booked in advance, the last bus departs very early. Once you arrive at the hotel, there's not much to do besides take a walk on the beach or stay in the hotel. The front desk staff are friendly and helpful, but the difficulties stem from the hotel's operational methods. Guests whose meals don't include dinner are not allowed to order food, even if they want to add items on-site. There's practically nothing for miles around except for residential areas and other hotels. Even the few restaurants that exist mostly close early, require reservations, or have irregular hours, so getting dinner is a matter of luck. Even if you're willing to walk for over half an hour along country roads to finally find an open restaurant, you'll have to walk back to the hotel in complete darkness afterward. Furthermore, due to the shuttle bus schedule, eating dinner elsewhere before returning to the hotel is impractical. I understand that hotel restaurant space is limited and set meals are made according to the number of guests, but it's truly baffling and unheard of not even offering simple room service meals or takeout boxes. Designing these accommodation options without considering guests' dinner needs is tantamount to leaving them to fend for themselves in this rural area. Therefore, unless you are driving, I strongly advise against staying here.

Although it's newly renovated and clean, the air freshener sprayed in the hallway was so strong it was toxic. I had to cover my nose every time I walked through. The buffet offered a variety of dishes to enjoy. There was plenty of seafood, but the quality was rather low. The cakes tasted very much like frozen cakes, and I wish there were more varieties of fruit. The staff who spoke excellent Japanese were very friendly and pleasant! The guy at the front desk needs to try harder. The amenities were plentiful, and I appreciated the thoughtful touches like the welcome tea.