Hotel Sandalwood vs Similar Hotels

Rooms were clean, spacious and comfortable.

Rooms described as basic but comfortable and clean by many; some negatives include thin walls (noisiness from other guests), broken ceiling fan/AC in one report, and limited views in some ground-floor rooms.

Rooms are spacious and comfortable, but some found them a bit small.

Most reviews mentioned comfortable beds and nice rooms, with some concerns about old facilities.

Rooms were clean and well maintained, contributing to a pleasant experience.

Mostly reported as clean and well-kept (rooms and garden), but at least one review described serious issues (bed bugs, ants, stained walls), so score is reduced to reflect that mixed feedback.

Reviews highlight that rooms are clean and well-maintained.

Some reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness, such as old buildings and noise affecting the experience.

Convenient and peaceful location, though a bit further from main food places.

Frequently noted as convenient — near lakeside and bus station, easy access to attractions; calm area appreciated by many guests, hence a high rating.

Great location near the lake with beautiful views, highly praised in reviews.

Conveniently located near attractions and praised for its safety and quietness.

Staff were polite, helpful, and ready to assist, enhancing the overall experience.

Consistently praised: very friendly, helpful staff and owner (speaks Japanese), attentive service and assistance with arrangements; many guests specifically highlight excellent host interactions.

The owner is very helpful and friendly, with many mentions of exceptional service.

Numerous reviews praise the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.

No specific mention of food and beverage services; assumed standard quality.

Breakfast repeatedly described as excellent — good coffee, fresh/organic fruits from the garden, generous/home-made options; widely praised by guests.

No specific mention of food quality; standard quality for this hotel tier.

Breakfast generally received positive comments, although some specific feedback was mixed.

Standard amenities available; however, parking and lawn space were limited.

Good on-site features (beautiful garden, homemade coffee, breakfast ingredients from the garden) but minor negatives: limited in-room amenities (no toothbrushes, sometimes no tea/coffee), rooftop seating missing.

Basic amenities provided, including hot water and drinking water; no dining mentioned.

Amenities like laundry service, rooftop terrace, and storage are noted positively.

Good value for money based on the overall quality and service.

Multiple guests mention excellent value and affordable pricing with generous breakfasts and helpful hosts, supporting a very high score.

Good value for the price, considering room quality and service.

Some concerns about upselling and not getting full value for certain services.