Ariston Hotel Miyazaki

The buffet breakfast was fabulous and well worth the cost. Hotel staff both at reception and in the dining area were very friendly and helpful, and had excellent recommendations on restaurants in the area and places of interest to visit (Saitobaru and Aoshima). There was a convenience store right beside the hotel - very handy. The decor in my room had a slightly older look about it but the hotel was very clean and safe. A small complimentary drink for new guests was a nice touch. They also had a similar reward for guests who did not need new towels every day. (A card in the room explains all this.) Overall, the hotel was excellent value for money.

The hotel was about 15~20 minutes' walk from Miyazaki Station. That's a bit far when you have one or more suitcases and you're not exactly sure where you're going. Better to take a bus, if possible.