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Reviews of ゲストハウス 華屋 (guest house HANAYA)

952-0604 Niigata, Sado, 845-2 Ogimachi, Japan

#1 of 9 B&Bs and inns in Sado

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 43 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free Wifi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: August 30, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Travelers with friends
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Would have loved an onsen Toilets were on a different floor

    The location was great. The floor bedding was comfortable. Staff were lovely Big kitchen and fridges to use.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Triple Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We loved the authenticity of the place, its cleanliness, and the equipment available both in the kitchen and the little touches like the towels provided for guests, and even the beers. Everything was carefully thought out to make guests feel comfortable and quickly at home in this hotel. But above all, the real gem of this place is Kota, the hist. He was attentive, always available, super friendly, and incredibly generous with us. For example, he drove us by car to the bus station, and he didn’t hesitate to call a car rental agency to make a reservation on our behalf since we had difficulties doing it ourselves without speaking Japanese. Thanks to him, our holiday was truly exceptional. His house is beautiful and conveniently located not far from the part of Sado’s coast we liked the most. We highly recommend this hotel to anyone planning to visit Sado island

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything

    Host and location is great

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Economy Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    so nice to stay and to know sado

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 23, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Economy Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good location (only 5 minutes walk from Ogi port) ,kind helpful staff, and the beautiful Japanese traditional building I love it! Good value for money.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2025

    10
    Retro experience old world charm
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not applicable

    Cosy, friendly staff..great cooking facilities. Interesting retro interior fittings. Convenient location to transport & walking surrounds.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: November 14, 2024

    10
    place with life
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Economy Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the owner, kota, is very pleasant and helpful. this is traditional stay w tatsmi room. parking is less than block away. sleepy little town. enjoyed taiko drum performance nearby. huge kitchen with everything you could need but there are good restaurants right out front door. sado island is special.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 7, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely hosts of a lovely guesthouse
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Japanese-Style Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Really well thought out with lots of advice from the lovely owners

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 2, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We had a wonderful time in Sado Island. Hanaya guesthouse is a former ryokan, full of charm and very clean. It is located next to Ogi port, which is ideal when arriving by ferry boat. Our host was very helpful and got us plenty of recommendations during our stay ! A lovely place when seeking for calm and nature in Japan.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 28, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Economy Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This was my second time staying here. Thanks for the excellent hospitality! I'm sure I'll be back again in the future.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2024

    10
    A great time off the beaten path
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing to complain about.

    The location of this guesthouse is great. Important spots in Ogi (super markets, restaurants, the tourist info, etc.) can be easily reached by foot. It is also only a couple of steps away from the sea (although it is recommended to travel along the coast a bit to truly appreciate it). We got two rooms which (based on my understanding) where quite traditional (which was one of my reasons for chosing this place, so it definitely delivered). The stuff was very friendly and helpful, and spoke good English, making this guest house a great destination for international travellers (they even had a German map of Ogi!).

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2024

    10
    Cozy stay near the sea!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Triple Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Nothing at all. The house was perfect.

    Kota-San was very helpful and welcoming! He also spoke excellent English and really made an effort to communicate with me and my girlfriend. The guest house is very nice, a renovated former ryokan, so it is quite traditional. The amenities were great, the house really has everything you would need. The location was perfect! It was really close to the Ogi port, so during Earth Celebration, It is very convenient. Overall my stay here was wonderful. I will definitely be back.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2024

    8.0
    Perfect location for Earth celebration at Ogi port!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Economy Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Sharing bathrooms.

    Retro nostalgic style accomodation and rooms. Very clean and friendly. Excellent location!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2024

    8.0
    Friendly owner will make you feel at home!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    I think the toilet stall on the 2nd floor men's bathroom is not meant for adults. It's very cramped. For a very comfortable toilet experience, I had to go to the first floor.

    The owner was very friendly and gave us good recommendations on where to go and what to eat. The style of the guesthouse was kitschy and nostalgic. The location was very close to restaurants and the port that we got off at.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Economy Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I liked everything about this guest house! Thank you for a fantastic stay and all the recommendations. We'll definitely be back.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: October 19, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice guesthouse (former ryokan), with antique decorations,, comfy lounge, japanese style showers and many practical features (laundry, covered drying area, towels for rent, big kitchen...). Very helpful and caring staff! Guests receive upon arrival a map wirh extremely helpful information about Ogi (cafés, restaurants, onsen). Loved my room! The tourist information (for renting bicycles) as well as the bus stop is just around the corner..

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 6, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Because it is an old building, it is susceptible to vibrations. However, the staff are always careful.

    The summer of 2023 was very hot. I used it as a lodging on the first day of my trip along the traversing route of Mt. Donden with my mother. This hotel is located near Ogi Port and is a renovated Japanese restaurant, with a luxurious exterior. The interior has been designed with a variety of features to make it feel like a comfortable hostel, with a large kitchen where anglers can also prepare their fish. Tableware and free seasonings are also available, so you can buy fresh ingredients and cook them to enjoy the feeling of being at a luxury inn. We bought local sashimi at a nearby supermarket. It was delicious enough. The next day, we enjoyed the night view and starry sky at Mt. Dongden, and the traversal route we walked the next day was amazing.thank you.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: October 5, 2023

    10
    A warm and welcoming home away from home, in a beautiful seaside village
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Economy Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Absolutely nothing.

    Kota-san (host) was exceptionally welcoming, informative and friendly. He has gone so far as to hand draw a map of the local area, complete with eating options, and has translated it into English. How incredibly thoughtful. Great amenities, kitchen was filled with every applicance/utensil you could need.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 30, 2023

    10
    Exceptional!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Japanese-Style Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything is good, the location (in the heart of Ogi), the facilities, and the gentleness of the owners

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 28, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Extremely friendly owners, with excellent english skills making it a very easy stay for non-japanese speaking guests. Very nice facilities, would stay again in a heart beat.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Economy Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some of the bedsheets had stains.

    The owner was very friendly and provided excellent recommendations for places to eat and activities to do. I was super glad that he had his awesome T-shirts on sale. The room was spacious and clean. Very comfortable futons. I also appreciated the free coffee.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2023

    10
    This is a great base to see the south side of the island.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Haneya is a great guesthouse. Takeuchi and staff are very welcoming and friendly. The guesthouse itself has a real Showa (retro) charm to it - the kitchen facilities are great as is the rest of the guesthouse. We had a great 2 night stay here.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 30, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Owner availability to support our visit on every request Position in respect to the port, very easy to reach

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 23, 2023

    10
    Value for money!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cleanliness!!

    Stayed in July 2023

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