Reviews of Ibusiki Chinese Minshuku

I was perfectly willing to walk the few minutes from the train station, but since it was raining she came and got me, which was just, wow.

Please do note that you are staying in someone's home with shared facilities. It's not didn't like, so much, be prepared and aware

Parking on site was satisfactory and additional spaces were available. Property proximity to the beach and attractions in town would likely make this sought after during beach season (if not for the problems with the property itself).

1. Property was neither clean nor prepared for rental. Property was in somewhat poor repair, with significant mold in the kitchen and bathroom, dirty dishes in the sink and leftover food in the fridge. This was not a case of missed cleaning between visitors - the degree of disarray indicates that this property has not been properly cleaned for a long time. The bedding and towels were clean, but that was it. 2. Check-in was confusing, as the property advertised in the listing is not where the navigation point leads - it leads to an entirely separate property which is not listed. Guests can not find the property via the photos provided without someone to lead them there from the rally point, which requires meeting the property owner (or an agent) to find the property. My family and I arrived three hours later than we had planned and did not think this would be an issue, as the property owner had told us that they would not be there to meet us. At the rally point we found a folder with our names on it and pictures of a different property. We ended up parking in a vacant parking lot and texting the property to have someone come meet us, as the pictures provided were for a house that was three blocks away. 3. Property does not match the description in the listing, as there is not a queen-size bed in the house - only a standard. This is a private home that has been 'converted' into a rental property with the addition of commercial exit signs - but nothing else. The concept described in the property owner's reply (in the photographs below) describes the property as a concept akin to a hostel, but this would be inaccurate. 4. Property listed as 'pet-friendly'. I would not recommend for small children or pets due to the staircase.

Dirty room. Nice host who shared her dinner with me but not worth the price when you see the state of the room… need a big clean.

The location was good - but hard to find.

The bath room was dirty. We paid for a public bath on our second night as we didn’t want to use it again. The toilet smelt bad. We had booked a queen bed but were given two fold out beds and were advised to place them together. They were very uncomfortable.

The proprietor let me borrow a bike to go to the sand onsen. It was super helpful. Also, came in to give some advice about the transportation schedules the following day. Very helpful!

We stayed here mid-May 2024. Our hostess is awesome! Very friendly, she came over just after we checked in to make sure all was ok. It was just like the photos. The place is set up with two “apartments”, each lockable. We had the ground floor one and another person (we did not meet) had the top floor. Each area has their own toilet and washroom. There is a shared kitchen. Our apartment had a bedroom area and a sitting room. The space was larger than I expected, so bonus. It is on a quiet street so no need for my often-used ear plugs! It is about a 10 min walk from the station and 15 min walk to the Sand Onsen. They do offer free bike use, which is awesome, but we chose to walk as the weather was so spectacular. This accommodation is very much a homelike feel than a sterile hotel, which has its pluses and minuses. So, I give it top marks as, for the price for what you get, you simply can’t beat it!

I'm giving a high rating for the warmth and hospitality of the host. She was very welcoming despite my delayed arrival, and immediately asked if I had eaten and then served me fresh homemade dumplings. She also took me to her favourite onsen with her daughter and friends, and offered me use of her bicycle. It felt a truly authentic experience. The host also speaks Chinese. The room is like a homestay so is no frills. It feels lived in and very comfortable. I shared a bathroom with the host and her family and it felt like I was a part of the household. I would stay again.

meals were not included, but there was a supermarket located very closeby. We had access to cooking facilities and the fridge etc in the kitchen. The next morning, i used the courtesy bicycle to ride down to the sand bath after enjoying the sunrise over the ocean. The hosts very kindly picked me up from the train station, and the next day kindly dropped me back to the train station.

I'm not a big fan of sleeping in a single bed.

Very nice hostess. Very little English but no problem using translate apps. She gave information on nearby attractions. Having read previous reviews, I was not surprised that I was guided to a different property and shown to a different room from the one I booked. There are two properties, one is the main family house with a room rented out and 100metres away is the second property that is for guests only. I stayed in the guest-only house in a spacious Japanese-style private room upstairs with shared toilet and bathroom. It was clean, spacious and comfortable. I was able to lock the room. I could use the kitchen for making simple meals, there is a fridge freezer&microwave&toaster for guests and the washer is free to use (dry clothes outside on the washing line). Supermarket within walking distance. Train station not far away. Free use of bicycles.

Nice owner and free bicycle

All good

Very close to the Sand bath. The host picked us up from the railway Station and also at the end of our stay, we got a lift back to the station. He offered for free for each of us a bicycle. As we got a complete house, we could get an imagine, how Japenese live. 100% satisfaction!

The owner is very friendly and helps you with just her kindness. She's very communicative and willing to offer many things. She shared the information of the local firework festival at the mountain with us and she helped us with moving to the site. It was such a great day.

I didn't dislike it after all but we were guided to the house that is not what's shown on Booking.com, and we had other guests in other rooms but in the same house. The room didn't have a lock, so it was a bit uncomfortable.

super nice host. went all the way with fruit, cookies and even free transport. very sympathic!

hard beds and smelly toilet. sorry

Beautiful, clean and very comfortable! Good location and very responsive communication

No shower but there's plenty of onsens nearby

The staff was very welcoming and helpful. The place was comfortable and in good location.

I booked a stay with a private bathroom, yet there was only a private toilet. Besides, the water basin need to be cleaned.