Smile Hotel Takaoka Ekimae  

Right by Takaoka Station in central Takaoka, Toyama — a handy base for temple runs and castle strolls. Zuiryu-ji Temple, the Takaoka Daibutsu Buddha and Takaoka Castle Park are all a short hop away, and Toyama Airport is roughly 26 km out.

A compact 82-room city hotel with simple, modern rooms. Expect flat-screen TVs, electric kettles and coffee/tea stations, air conditioning, shower/tub combos, bidets and complimentary toiletries; housekeeping and slippers included.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi, a 24-hour front desk and an on-site restaurant keep things easy. There's a common-area TV, vending machines, elevator access and paid self-parking for drivers — perfect for quick arrivals and late-night snacks.

Free wireless internet throughout the property and a 24-hour front desk. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are available for longer stays or working trips.

Daily buffet breakfast is served (fee applies) to kick off shrine-and-shutter sightseeing. The hotel restaurant offers convenient on-site meals and vending machines cover late cravings.