321-1412 Tochigi, Nikko, Towacho 68-5 NIKKO stay house ARAI, Japan
#6 of 25 B&Bs and Inns in Nikko
Guests' ChoiceBased on 70 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
9.7
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Reviewed: 26 September 2024
Melanie
United KingdomThank you, Mariko for a wonderful stay! We stayed her for one night night and Mariko’s exceptional hospitality was very much present from start to finish. Everything is very clean and well thought out. We received a complimentary breakfast which was delicious and little gifts she did make herself which we very much appreciated. I would recommend staying here to anyone visiting the Nikko area as great stay and super convenient location. The host also takes time to talk you through all attractions with handy maps being available, which tickets to buy and buses to take. Thank you again, Mariko for everything you did for us - such a pleasure meeting such a hospitable and kind person!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 14 September 2024
Noy
IsraelThe hostess was amazing , made us breakfasts even tho we didn’t pay for it and gave us handmade gifts!!! She took us to the train station with her car and was so so nice
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 16 August 2024
Wing
Hong KongNothing.
The Hosts were so nice and helpful. Drive us to the restaurant and help us call them for reservation.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 17 July 2024
Coen
NetherlandsThe futon beds, they are a bit hard, but we knew that in advance.
Feels like a homestay at a very friendly and helpful couple. They do everything to make your stay at Nikko good. I definately recommend.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Virginia
IrelandThe owner was such a lovely person, she went through the sightseeing of Nikko and showed us the house. The room was typical Japanese style with futon. She was so kind and prepared and offered a delicious breakfast, she also gave us an origami as fortune gift
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Cole
JapanSuch incredibly kind management. The woman who works there is a treasure.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Edo
NetherlandsI could not think of anything to improve.
The owner is the most friendly and helpful Japanese woman we've ever met. She provides you with all the information to make your stay as comfortable as possible. She is a real sweetheart.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Carlos
SpainNothing
Everything, the room it's spacious, you have everything you need the room it's exactly like the photo. It's near to the train station and it's has two supermarkets near by. And a delicious Japanese breakfast before heading out. The host she is very attentive to us, very friendly. We enjoyed being in her home.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Adrienne
SingaporeNothing
The host was the best! She prepared a delicious breakfast when it was not in the plan, and sent us to the station upon checkout. Loved the little gifts she got us too!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Mihails
LatviaThe owner is very friendly and helpful. She showed us places where we could eat and gave us a map with the bus timetable. Rooms are spacious, beds are comfy. I think it was my best sleep in any hotel I have ever stayed in. There is also an electric heater under the futon, if you need one. Just like other reviewers mentioned, In the morning we were given a breakfast that was not included in the price. It contained meat, bread, multiple vegetables and fruits. Again, the best breakfast I ever had.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Marcela
NetherlandsMy friend and I had the most amazing time at Stay house Arai. Our room was very clean, comfortable and cozy. Mariko was an incredibly nice host, gave us a lot of information on how to get around Nikko and great recommendations on things to do and places to eat. She also surprised us with an amazing breakfast and some super cute little charms and origami as gifts. The only downside: we ended up regretting only staying for two nights! Would definitely book again.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Sarah
AustraliaMariko is so generous and friendly - the rooms are comfy and clean and close walk to the supermarket and trains. She even made us breakfast that we turned into out own EkiBen; I'd been missing fresh fruit on our trip and we had a piece of everything. Thank you Mariko san!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Or
IsraelThe host was so lovely. She made us breakfast even though it wasn’t included, made us presents, explained us about the area, and even suggested to drive us to train when we left. The room was very clean and nice.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Ekkapol
ThailandShare bathroom . restroom
Healthy Breakfast, great host's hospitality
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Coralie
United KingdomN/a
The location is really convenient: in Nikko’s centre and near the station. The room and house had everything needed. The best thing about this house is the owner: this incredible lady. She is the sweetest and most generous person. Her husband and she cooked us delicious breakfast. She tried her best to always help us.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Helen
CanadaThe host was so friendly and helpful. she drove us in her car to the train station to pick up bus passes and made us an amazing breakfast! wonderful hospitality. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Dana
IsraelEverything was perfect. Amazing experience. Perfect location, the house was very clean and comfortable and the breakfast was delicious Thank you so much
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Aim-on
ThailandHost is very nice. Location is near bus stop and jr train station. Big room is so much clean. Overall of this place is very good.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Chiraporn
ThailandVery good
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Kendra
AustraliaThere was a shared kitchen but I really like to have tea-making facilities in my room 🙂
Host friendliness and hospitality
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 28 December 2023
Aiswarya
United StatesThe host was very hospitable and friendly. Made us breakfast in the morning even though it wasn't in the price. She dropped us to the station as well. Very sweet host.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Kamariah
SingaporeSleeping quarters on level 2. Lugging heavy bags up / down the stairs. But I guess it will be the same in other houses too. Sorry this is not a complaint. Just what we did hv a bit of a challenge to do.
A great experience to stay in a Japanese abode. Owners are friendly and very helpful. She prepared breakfast daily for us even though it's not in the contract. We are Muslims, and she clarified what we will not consume. She also helped us with brochures on places of interests. Very friendly and location is convenient.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Noam
IsraelGreat friendly staff, clean room and sheets. helped us alot finding things to do around.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Ong
MalaysiaThere is only one bathroom and need to queue to shower when all guests are back.
It is a Japanese traditional house homestay with tatami which located only 5 mins walk from the train station. We got a big room as there were 4 of us. The room is spacious which is sufficient to open all of our luggages. The owner Mariko-san is very friendly as she took good care of us. She drove us to the bridge and prepared different types of breakfast for 2 days. She also gave us souvenirs which made by herself. We felt like home throughout our stay.
Stayed in November 2023
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