Hotel Ubud Sasebo

Temperature – 5

During my stay in the port city of Sasebo, I had the opportunity to stay at Hotel Ubud, another love hotel for the blog. Long-time readers will recognize the format, so how does it compare? What features does it offer? Would I book it again?

Hotel Ubud boasts the most beautiful view, situated high in the hills above Sasebo. It overlooks everything and provides a panoramic view of the mountains and the harbour. The night view is particularly stunning; Nagasaki Prefecture is known for its diverse nightscapes, and this hotel is no exception. However, it is the most remote hotel, and I encountered an issue when I arrived and was turned away because there were no available rooms. The hotel is accessible by car or taxi, but I recommend calling ahead to check availability, especially if you plan to stay on a weekend or holiday.

The hotel entrance was quite beautiful, featuring a stone elephant that greets visitors and surrounded by the sound of running water. I always notice that the atmosphere of a love hotel envelops you as soon as you enter, creating a quiet and relaxing environment that is especially striking during a bustling city. The hotel had a lovely reception area, complete with a touch screen for booking rooms. While the rooms aren’t heavily themed, they possess a hint of upper-class elegance, though not quite at the level of Hotel Buvjua.

The room I stayed in was beautiful, featuring a four-poster bed that added a charming touch. It was very spacious with windows all around, offering a stunning view. Even better, the windowsills were large enough to sit on and truly appreciate the scenery. The bed was huge, and sleeping in a four-poster felt like realizing a childhood dream! I can finally say have slept in a princess bed! A unique aspect of this room was the payment system. Instead of a traditional cash register, money was placed in a canister that travelled through a hydraulic tube system to another part of the building. This gave me spy vibes and was something I had only seen in movies or at the Communication Museum in Bletchley Park.

The colour scheme of dark wood and mauve was pleasing and created a nice atmosphere. The bathroom was spacious, and it featured a jet bath, typical of many love hotels. While I didn't have time to fully explore the food options, it looked appetizing. Overall, I had a pleasant experience; the room was very clean, and I genuinely enjoyed the view.

I plan to return to Sasebo at some point, and I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again to try a different room. I would rate this hotel a 6.5/10, largely due to its location.