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8.6

Excellent

214 reviews

214 reviews

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7.4

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location
Parking
FREE
Nearby landmarks
Yomitan Bus Terminal 790 m
Matsushima Clinic 1.0 km
Family Mart Yomitan Nagahama Branch 1.0 km
Esso Blue Port Yomitan Nagahama Gas Station 1.1 km
Zakimi Castle 1.5 km
Okinawa Kaiho Bank Yomitan Branch 1.7 km
Yamabiko Pharmacy 1.7 km
Showa Shell Sekiyu Namihira Gas Station 2.1 km
Yachimun No Sato Pottery Village 2.1 km
Chibichiri Cave 2.4 km

Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY

Map Code [1005 628 149*3] 30, Nagahama, Yomitan-village, Yomitan, Okinawa Main island, Japan, 904-0324 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Conveniently situated in the Yomitan part of Okinawa Main island, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Naha Airport.

Highlights

780 meters to public transportation

Excellent room comfort & quality

Airport transfer

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Air conditioning

Facilities

Airport transfer

Bicycle rental

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

BBQ facilities

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

Shared kitchen

Your dates are popular among travelersPopular destination! Properties in Okinawa Main island are being booked every minute!
Value for money8.6
Location rating7.4

Rooms available at Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY

Ocean View Twin Room 
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  • Room size: 10 m²/108 ft²
  • Ocean (partial view) view
  • 2 single beds
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Terrace Room
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  • Room size: 11 m²/118 ft²
  • Ocean view
  • 2 single beds
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Twin Room with Terrace
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  • Room size: 11 m²/118 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 2 single beds
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Standard Twin Room
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  • Room size: 10 m²/108 ft²
  • Nature view
  • 1 single bed
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Tatami Twin
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  • Room size: 14 m²/151 ft²
  • Ocean view
  • 2 single beds
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Twin Room with Sea View
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  • Room size: 10 m²/108 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 2 single beds
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Quadruple Room (Bunk Bed)
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  • Room size: 14 m²/151 ft²
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STANDARD,TWIN ROOM-NON-SMOKING
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  • Room size: 11 m²/118 ft²
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Standard Twin with Lake View
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  • Room size: 11 m²/118 ft²
  • 2 single beds
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Main building,Regular floor,Regular,Twin room,Ocean view -Non-smoking
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  • Room size: 14 m²/151 ft²
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Frequently asked questions

Does Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY provide airport transfer?

Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY provides airport transfer service upon request with an additional fee of 5000 JPY in local currency. To request, check the box on the booking form just before the payment page.

Does Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY provide laundry services?

Yes! Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY offers laundry service at your discretion and even hot water linen and laundry washing for whenever you need your favorite clothes clean and fresh all throughout your getaway. Please contact the property for more information.

Does Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY feature an option for contactless check-in and check-out?

At Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY, visitors can take part in contactless check-in and check-out option offered by this property for your convenience and safety.

How many rooms does Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY have?

Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY has a total of 4 rooms.

At what time of the year is Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY most popular?

Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY's most popular month where verified guests have stayed the most is in June.

In which languages can Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY's personnel communicate?

Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY can communicate up to 2 languages which includes English for travelers that prefer this language. Please refer to the "Amenities and facilities" section and in the "Languages spoken" category to find out what different languages this property supports.

What do past travelers like most about Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY?

Past guests that stayed at Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY have given this property a rating of 9.156 for its outstanding service as the major highlight for their stay.

What is the typical rating that verified Solo travelers' have given to Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY?

Verified solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY an average rating of 8.8. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Business travelers' have given to Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY?

Verified business travelers that have stayed at this property have given Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY an average rating of 8.2. You can look up more detailed customer ratings and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Families with older children have given to Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY?

Verified families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY an average rating of 8.4. You can look up more in depth customer assessments and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What time is check-in and check-out at Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY?

Check-in is from 04:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may inquire about early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Travelers checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee.

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What people love about Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY

  • 9.2

    Exceptional
    Bathroom

    "Clean bed, relaxed mood, hot shower, washing machine, and outdoor shower to clean up my gears!"

    INSEOK

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    August 28, 2022

  • 9.2

    Exceptional

    "This house have everything I need;"

    INSEOK

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    August 28, 2022

  • 9.2

    Exceptional

    "the host, he’s quite flexible and super kind."

    INSEOK

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    August 28, 2022

Property ranking|Compared to 2,240 Okinawa Main island properties
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Cheapest price score
Service score
9.2/10
Value for money score
8.6/10
Cleanliness score
8.4/10
Better than
98
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of Okinawa Main island properties
Better than
95
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of Okinawa Main island properties
Better than
90
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Better than
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Overall rating:

8.6

Excellent
214 reviews
Cleanliness
8.4
Facilities
8.0
Location
7.4
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More about Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY

More about Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY

Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY

Dip your toes in the ocean shore of Okinawa Main island with a stay at Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY.
At Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY, guests are bound to have a stress-free stay. Keep up with all your communications easily with the hotel's free Wi-Fi. Getting from and back to the airport can be easily arranged with the hotel's airport transfer services. Taxi services provided by Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY makes it easy to plan your day trips, sightseeing, and more around Okinawa Main island.
Guests can enjoy free parking right at the hotel. Front desk service is provided at the hotel including luggage storage. Packing light is possible at Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY thanks to the hotel's laundromat and laundry service keeping your clothes clean. For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the hotel.
Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas provided by hotel.
All rooms at Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY are designed for comfort. For your comfort, some rooms at the hotel are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. Some rooms at Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY even come with extra design features such as a balcony or terrace. Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY also provides a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in bathrooms for select rooms.


Dining and things to do

Do you prefer to cook your own meals? Then you'll love the in-house BBQ facilities and shared kitchen.
Apart from amenities and services, Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY goes the extra mile to make sure all guests make the most of their time. Be sure to spend some time exploring the beach, which is accessible directly from the hotel.


Reasons to stay here

Find some of the city's best deals here with rooms 88% cheaper than other options.
Get more than you bargain for here, which scores value for money higher than 89% of the city's accommodation.
Staff and service here are considered high quality by past guests whose ratings put it above 95% of the city's options.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8

Most talked about facilities

Beach

3 mentions

Housekeeping

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Garden
Cleanliness and safety
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • BBQ facilities
  • Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Vending machine
Services and conveniences
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Elevator
  • Laundromat
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
For the kids
  • Family room
Access
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [nearby]
  • Taxi service
Sports equipment rental
  • Bicycle rental
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Clothes rack
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Wi-Fi [free]

Location

Map Code [1005 628 149*3] 30, Nagahama, Yomitan-village, Yomitan, Okinawa Main island, Japan, 904-0324
Very good
Location

7.4

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

Minimum age of guests is: 3 year(s).

Others
  • Guests are required to provide an estimated check-in time to the property at least 1 day(s) prior to arrival.
  • Please follow the set of instructions attached in confirmation email for smooth check-in.
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from16:00
  • Check-in until22:00
  • Check-out until10:00
  • Reception open until22:00
Getting around
  • Airport transfer fee5000 JPY
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYES
  • Number of rooms 4
Parking
  • Daily parking fee0 JPY

Reviews of Guest House LIFE IS A JOURNEY from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.3
Cleanliness8.4
Facilities8.0
Location7.4
Service9.2
Value for money8.6
High score for Okinawa Main island
Rating
9+ Exceptional (26)
8-9 Excellent (8)
7-8 Very Good (15)
6-7 Good (4)
<6 Below Expectation (9)
Time of the year
Mar - May (8)
Jun - Aug (20)
Sep - Nov (17)
Dec - Feb (17)

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10.0
Exceptional
MASAFUMI from Japan
Solo traveler
Ocean View Twin Room 
Stayed 1 night in March 2021

Comfortable and lovely stay”

Very peaceful neighborhood with just less than a minute to the ocean, helpful and kind owner, lovely dog, comfortable bed, cozy environment in the bathroom area with free towel for your stay, eco friendly amenities can be used, and several lovely local shops and restaurants in the neighborhood. If you are keen on local awamori, there is Zanpa distillery/shop just next to bus terminal to buy some souvenirs. Cape Zanpa and coast side is also nice to walk around and enjoy sunset on sunny day. I stayed for a few days but it wasn’t enough to relax and explore locals, recommended to stay longer if you can!

Reviewed March 03, 2021

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9.2
Exceptional
INSEOK from South Korea
Solo traveler
Ocean View Twin Room 
Stayed 2 nights in August 2022

The best guesthouse for travelers!”

I traveled here for freediving. This house have everything I need; clean bed, relaxed mood, hot shower, washing machine, and outdoor shower to clean up my gears! And the host, he’s quite flexible and super kind. I wish I could do some other activities that he provide. The location is little bit isolated from famous points like Cape Maeda but not too far. You can get there in 10 mins by car. Instead, you can enjoy the Nagahama beach in 10 secs. Also a hidden place for locals, Senaha point. I definitely want to come again, with my freediving friends.

Reviewed August 28, 2022

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8.4
Excellent
Li from Taiwan
Solo traveler
Stayed 1 night in September 2017

Cosy and quiet guest house near to the coast”

The guest house is a small and cosy place like home. It is close to the coast and the surroundings is very dark and quiet at night, you can hear insects' sound and see the twinkling stars. In the guest house, everything is clean and tidy. The host Manabu is very kind, he remind me that I forgot to turn off my car light, and he introduced a delicious Japanese restaurant to me.

Reviewed September 29, 2017

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8.8
Excellent
YING from Taiwan
Group
Stayed 1 night in June 2016

the best choice for living”

Very nice owner and clean environment !!! if you wanna go to the beach "life is Journey hostel" it's the best choice :)

Reviewed June 20, 2016

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9.2
Exceptional
Jessie from United States
Solo traveler
Stayed 3 nights in April 2017

Excellent location, cheap, and friendly!”

The owner is super helpful and friendly. When I couldn't locate the building I gave him a call and he came out and drove my car to the parking spots! Then he showed a map of local restaurants which was really appreciated after a long day of traveling. There is plenty to eat and do in the area (if you like beautiful capes and relaxing beaches!), and if you have a car, getting to the north is super easy! Met some really nice people here and never had a problem getting in the one shower or bathroom. I wish I stayed here longer!

Reviewed May 04, 2017

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7.2
Very good
Nicole from Hong Kong SAR, China
Solo traveler
Stayed 1 night in December 2016

Nice and comfortable bedding”

The bed was clean and comfortable. There are 4 bunk beds in the female dorm, not crowded or noisy. My roommates are Japanese or students in Japn, so I believe they behave better to respect others. The host is nice and friendly. There are one bathroom and one toilet, well-equipped. Just need to grap your time for bathing while the guest house is fully booked.

Reviewed December 25, 2016

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9.6
Exceptional
Jori from United States
Solo traveler
Stayed 2 nights in September 2016

Great Guesthouse”

The owners are extremely nice, and they give you unlimited towels which was an amazing thing for me. They're literally located right on the beach as well with many great restaurants surrounding them. They were a great help with everything as well.

Reviewed September 29, 2016

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10.0
Exceptional
JIHYE from South Korea
Solo traveler
Stayed 1 night in July 2016

was so good and wanna go again”

there are kindness hosts and a cat ^^ i've felt releived and comfortable. seems so clean and cozy.

Reviewed July 20, 2016

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8.4
Excellent
Pei from Taiwan
Group
Standard Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in April 2018

cozy place”

its just near the beach , and the owner is very nice . I would come here next time !

Reviewed April 22, 2018

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10.0
Exceptional
CHUNG from Hong Kong SAR, China
Group
Ocean View Twin Room 
Stayed 1 night in September 2017

Clean. Quiet. Good location. Nice host.”

Clean. Quiet. Good location. Nice host. With washing machine and dryer.

Reviewed November 28, 2017

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10.0
Exceptional
Dong from South Korea
Couple
Tatami Twin
Stayed 1 night in March 2017

awesome”

awesome!! kind!! cozy!! I was Happy and really i wanna go again!!

Reviewed March 10, 2017

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9.2
Exceptional
HAOPING from Taiwan
Group
Stayed 1 night in October 2016

It was a wonderful stay. No matter you're alone or you're not, it's a great place to choose.”

I must miss this place!

Reviewed October 05, 2016

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9.6
Exceptional
Chen from Taiwan
Solo traveler
Stayed 3 nights in September 2017

Exceptional”

Nice place.

Reviewed October 05, 2017

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10.0
Exceptional
Hyungjune from South Korea
Couple
Stayed 1 night in August 2016

good”

good

Reviewed May 03, 2017

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7.2
Very good
Hae from South Korea
Solo traveler
Stayed 1 night in June 2016

good”

good

Reviewed July 04, 2016

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9.6
Exceptional
Tomoko from Japan
Couple
Ocean View Twin Room 
Stayed 1 night in February 2023

心豊かなステイを満喫”

ライフイズアジャーニーという名前に惹かれて宿泊しました。 ゲストハウスは、初めてで内心ドキドキしていましたが、他の宿泊者さんの口コミにある通りの、オーナーさんの適度な距離感と落ち着くインテリアに すぐに馴染めました。 他のゲストさんも旅慣れていて、豊富な話題がつきず、忘れられない読谷の夜になりました! 次回は海遊をしに泊まりに行きたいと 思います。

Reviewed February 05, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
masaki from Japan
Solo traveler
Terrace Room
Stayed 1 night in February 2021

居心地がいい”

シェアハウスに泊まるのは初めてでしたが、オーナーさんが優しく、親切でした。 また利用したいと思います。

Reviewed February 19, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
okuda from Japan
Business traveler
Ocean View Twin Room 
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

ワーケーションで利用しました”

マリンスポーツが目的で利用される方が多いかと思いますが、私はワーケーションを目的としてこちらを利用しました。 8日間利用した上での生活の状況について記し、参考に供したいと思います。 ・ワーケーションとしての環境 Wi-Fiはバッチリ、リビングにパソコンを使うにはピッタリの高さのテーブルがあるので仕事がしやすいです。 宿泊されている方も、昼間はでていることが多いようです。 ・ホテル設備 シェアハウスというものを使用したのは初めてでしたが、特に不自由は感じませんでした。 オーシャンビューツインルームだけ他の3室と離れているので、隣の部屋の音が気になるという方はこちらを選ぶといいかも知れません。 レンタルで自転車もあります(海岸沿いの道もわりと高低差があるので私は使用しませんでした)。 ・食事 昼ごはん: 私は車を運転しないので食事にはちょっと不自由しました。コンビニまでけっこう傾斜のある坂道を登って15分です。 近所には小さな酒屋があり、ちょっと高級なワインやソーセージなどの食品を扱っています。 長逗留をしたいなら、食物を持ち込むことをおすすめします。 外食したいなら目の前のカフェが週末に開き、ファラフェルを味わうことができます。コーヒーもテイクアウトできます。 その隣には小さな店(週2日休業、メニューは4点)があります。骨汁がおすすめです。 5分ほど歩くと定食屋があります。こちらは沖縄料理を始め、たくさんのメニューがあります。 夕飯: 以上は昼のみの営業です。 夜は15分ほど歩いたところに飲み屋があります。地元の刺し身などを味わうことができます。8時にオープンする飲み屋もあるそうです。 ・観光 歩いて20秒で海があります。サンゴが転がっています。毎日見に行っても8日ごときでは飽きません。 徒歩40分ほどで座喜味城があります。途中で畑が広がる風景を楽しめます。座喜味城は片面が崖、進めそうにみえて行き止まりの道などがあり、いかにも戦いのための城という感じがします。アーチ状の天井をもつ城門も必見です。城のそばには読谷の歴史などがわかるユンタンザミュージアムもあります。 座喜味城から1時間歩くと漁協があります。揚げたてのさかな、いか、もずくの天ぷらや定食を海を見ながらいただくことができます。刺し身も買えます。バスなら宿から30分強です。たしか。 ・その他 女性の利用者も多いようでした。ひとりで宿泊されていた方もいました。各部屋は鍵もついているので安心です。 参考になれば幸いです。

Reviewed May 27, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
FUKUOKA from Japan
Couple
Standard Twin Room
Stayed 3 nights in April 2018

沖縄滞在を満喫できました◎”

親切なオーナーさんにいろいろな情報を教えて頂きました。部屋もトイレもシャワールームもきれいで、とても居心地がよかったです◎また読谷に行く際は利用させていただきます!ありがとうございました!

Reviewed May 07, 2018

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9.6
Exceptional
YI-LUN from Taiwan
Group
Standard Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in December 2019

Exceptional”

環境乾淨,很有一般住家的感覺,位置比較不好找,但是工作人員很熱心,有不懂的問題問他,他會幫忙解決 下一次還有再來住。

Reviewed January 05, 2020

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