"Live Cafe no Umi is a chance to stay in a traditional Japanese home and experience home cooking and true hospitality.
This is Keiko’s family home so it is very traditional and that includes a shared bathroom and toilet, but it is set up in a very easy way. The stairs are very steep, which is completely normal in Japan but worth being aware of.
Our room included a small kitchenette which was handy, but we paid for breakfast (1,500 yen each) which was a huge, multi-dish affair presented beautifully like in a fancy ryokan.
The downstairs is where Keiko serves meals and also is the location of the Live Cafe. We heard a jazz quartet rehearse while we were there - it was a fun chance to hear local musicians.
If you want a regular hotel and its amenities, there are some in Itiogawa. If you would like to experience real Japanese living and people, we could not recommend Live Cafe no Umi and Keiko’s hospitality more."
"The owners are great and we felt like we were among friends. Rides are offered to the slopes, restaurants and convenience store. We would definitely stay there again and we strongly recommend."
"Family of 5, booked 2 rooms with ensuites. Everything was great from the amenities to the food and helpful staff. The Ryokan is around a 300-500m walk from the ski lifts however they offer a shuttle service every morning. You can also reserve the shuttle at other times to head out to restaurants etc."
After visiting Roadside Station Marine Dream Nou, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Itoigawa. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Hisui Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Itoigawa. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Nou Marine Park is located in Itoigawa. Itoigawa is home to 10 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something with the amenities you're looking for.
What's the best place to stay close to Nou Marine Park?
Live Cafe Hisui no Umi is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this guest house offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 9 mi (14.5 km) from Nou Marine Park. Other good choices around the area include Hotel Route-Inn Itoigawa and Lotte Arai Resort.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Nou Marine Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Nou Marine Park.