Sotetsu Fresa Inn Fujisawa-Minamiguchi Hotel - Trip to Enoshima & Kamakura

Throwback when I took a trip to Enoshima & Kamakura. Back then I stayed at Sotetsu Fresa Inn while traveled alone. I thought staying near the train station will be a better option. 

At the time I was staying in a hotel near Kamata Station. I was still unfamiliar travelling around so wanted to stay near the train station which will be easier and convenient for me to go about, especially if one is travelling with a big suitcase. 

Sotetsu Fresa Inn was only 2 to 3 minute's walk from the South Exit in Fujisawa Station on the JR Tokaido Line/ Odakyu Lines.

Since I've booked the room in advance so no problem at check-in counter. 

Only 9 floors in the hotel. 

At one glance you can see the whole room. 

Although the room is small it's still cosy. 

The bed is perfect for 1 person...but it may be a squeeze for 2 people though.

Bath additives, facial cleansers, tea bags and etc are available at the lobby for your convenience.

Great use of their aromatherapy salt bath after a long day. I used it for soaking after a long day of walking. 

There's a convenient shop just right next to the hotel so I always grab my breakfast and snacks from there. 

To take the Enoden Line, it's only a walking distance from the hotel. From the Fujisawa line, you can take a trip down to Enoshima and Kamakura. 

Hotel Review: UNIZO INN Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Dori

There're many options while looking for accommodation in Kanazawa. This round I was traveling with a friend so budget is something I have to consider, other than convenience and comfort. Eventually, I booked a room at UNIZO INN Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Dori.

When we arrived at Kanazawa Station, we went and bought a one day pass (500 yen) at the counter (pic below).  It's easier and faster getting to the hotel by bus. 

You can take the Kenrokuen Shuttle or the Loop Bus (Left Loop) and get off at the next stop at Omicho Market. It's only 4 minute walk to the hotel from Omicho Market.

We were famished when we arrived at the hotel and we left our luggage and walked back to Omicho Market to have our lunch (we can only check-in after 2pm). Our first meal in Kanazawa is the best!!! No kidding, look at the picture below to see what we have for lunch 😋 🔽

If you're wondering where we have our lunch, this restaurant is located on the 2nd floor. You can check out their website here. 

Hotel Review: My Stay at Red Planet Tokyo Asakusa

Decided to write up a hotel review on Red Planet Tokyo Asakusa. Stayed at this hotel for 5 nights early this April.

If you're coming from Haneda Airport, there's a direct train to Asakusa station (without changing train). The only downside...there's no lift at this station (Asakusa line). In short, you have to carry your heavy luggage through multiple of staircases 😖 

A better option is to change train at Asakusa Station (from Asakusa line to Ginza line) and get off at "Tawaramachi Station" via Ginza line.

Getting off at Tawaramachi Station you'll be able to take a lift up to the street. Only knew about it on our 3rd day in Tokyo.

When we arrived at the hotel it was slightly after 11.30pm. Check-in was pretty quick and we were given our room keycard after verification. 

Overnight Stay In Tokyo (Near Haneda Airport) - Hotel Mystays Haneda

Whenever I take a flight to Tokyo the arrival is usually late at night. Previously I had stayed overnight in Haneda airport and First Cabin to save on the accommodation.

My recent trip however I was not able to book a room in First Cabin (it was fully booked) and since I was travelling alone I decided to stay in a hotel which is closer to the airport.  

There were few hotels nearby and eventually decided to stay at Hotel Mystays Haneda. 

Took the free shuttle bus from the bus terminal to the hotel. 

Hotel Review: Akihabara Washington Hotel

While deciding where to stay in Tokyo there're many option. This trip I wanted to stay somewhere I can have access to anime goods, capsule machines and electronic goods. That's when I decided to stay at Akihabara Washington Hotel.

I was glad that I stayed in this hotel because its close to public transportation and there're plenty of things to do in the surrounding area. You can check out the hotel's location here.

You'll need an access card to your floor during your stay.

My Stay At Hearton Hotel Higashishinagawa (Tokyo) - How To Get There & Places To Go

Thought of sharing my experience staying at Hearton Hotel Higashishinagawa. My overall experience here has been positive and thought of sharing it with you guys. Although I can opt to stay overnight in airport or First Cabin, I decided to stay in a hotel this round (Flying from KLIA via Airasia or ANA usually arrive Haneda Airport around 10.30pm).

To reach Hearton Hotel Higashishinagawa, the closest station to this hotel will be Shinagawa Seaside Station (Rinkai Line).  From the airport you need to change the train to their nearest station or walk 12 minutes from Aomono Yokocho Station (Keikyu-Kuko Line). I've read reviews that you can take a bus to Shinagawa Seaside Station so I opt to take the bus instead. Once you clear immigration and collected your bags, look out for these machine when you're at the arrival hall.

The ticket cost 570 yen to Shinagawa Seaside Station.

There's an english option on this machine and you just need to key in the name of the station. 

The last service to this station is at 11pm. Once I got my ticket I went straight to the bus stand.

Look out for the signage to the bus stand and take the escalator down. 

If you're not sure, just check the sign board which is located next to the escalator. Took this picture for my reference so I will know which bus stop to take in the future if I ever decide to take the bus.