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Reviews of ELM On The Beach 3 stars

319-1555 Ibaraki, Kitaibaraki, Nakagocho, Onoyasashi-83-41, Japan

#1 of 4 hotels in Kitaibaraki

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Review score

Based on 17 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 11 March 2025

    10
    When you arrive by GPS, parking lot is right on the side of road. See the sign of ELM, ring the bell . Host will take yo
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not at all

    Kitchen with oil, salt, pepper sauce. No need to buy anything for short staying. Host is very thoughtful. Even prepared with coffee. Bed is very comfortable. I have sleeping problem. But I slept very well when I stayed.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2024

    9.0
    Great Christmas escape to a friendly house on the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Perfect short get away. Cozy little house with everything we needed . Only a few steps away from the beach for a lovely Xmas morning walk and a great cooked breakfast . Amazing value.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2024

    10
    It was a wonderful overnight stay which get me away from the stressful everyday life
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hosts are really lovely and very helpful. You feel very welcome as soon as you arrive. The location is really unique. The beach is only a two-minute walk away and there is a small store just five minutes away. The house is really nicely furnished and you feel at home. Downstairs is a small kitchen with dining area, where games are also kindly provided and upstairs is a cozy bedroom where you can sleep comfortably with at least two people in it. In addition to the beautiful facilities that the house has to offer, the hosts also have a lot to offer. The owner is always in a good mood and is originally from the UK. He runs an English language school in his house and you can also book private lessons with him. There is also the option of an authentic British breakfast in the morning for a reasonable price. The house is perfect for a weekend getaway to escape the stresses of everyday life and relax. It is also the perfect option for a romantic weekend by the ocean.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Chris is a wonderful host. It’s convenient to many wonderful attractions. Two amazing Aquarium worlds. Amazing waterfalls. And great coastline.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    9.0
    Nice accommodation for exploring the Tohoku area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The access by train although possible and not a long walk from the JR station , can be a hassle if you come with suitcases.

    The hosts and their pets are very nice and friendly. Their English breakfast offering is a very nice hospitality and a must try. The house itself is cozy and comfy, close to the beach and equipped with amenities good for a few days to a few weeks of stay. The location of the house is easily accessible from the local toad and JR line. However, I would recommend the road access. This place can be a good hub for exploring the Tohoku areas. The host do provide their own Kei Car for rent as well if you are here just for a short stay.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    10
    Amazing facilities, great service and great breakfast! Not a bad thing to say!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Chris the host helped us with anything we needed help with! Was a great host for us and definitely recommend for anyone who’s thinking of staying in ibaraki!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    10
    The perfect base to explore and unexplored part of Japan.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The apartment was very well set up with a spacious tatami room with enough beds for four upstairs, and a well appointed loving area downstairs. It was the perfect set up for a family of four. Also, really close to 7-11 and a nice walking trail along the coast.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    10
    Relax family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All OK!no problem

    There are lovey animals that dogs and black cat! They are friendly. kind host cooks UK breakfast. It is delicious that exactly same picture.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    10
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, all wonderful

    A wonderful beach house. Very conveniently located with the beach a one minute walk, 7-Eleven two minutes and the train station 5 minutes. The house was very comfortable and had everything you could need. Bed was comfortable, shower was hot, WiFi signal was strong. We loved the beach. Check in was very easy even though we booked last minute. And the host, we didn't meet him though he was very friendly and welcoming. We can highly recommend Elm.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2023

    10
    It was a fun and relaxing stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed might be to small for 2 people and one toddler but this is very minor since there are futons available.

    The property is very near to the beach. It is around a minute walk only. The place is bug enough to accommodate around 4 people. It has everything that you need to have a comfortable stay. Also, the owner is fluent in English so it was easy for us to communicate for us with very little knowledge on Japanese. But the owner can also speak Japanese.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    2.0
    Kind hosts and a nice setting, the house has so much potential with significant upgrades. Unfortunately the house was no
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor communication — most messages went unanswered AC units didn’t work and were covered in dust Kitchen shelves and mugs were sticky; kitchen fan extremely dirty Asked to sleep on futons on the kitchen floor — not sanitary Bathroom blinds had black mould Bed linen had holes and tears Duct tape on floors and electrical equipment Bright exterior lights left on at night and noise past 10:30pm Thin curtains in the bedroom and bright sunlight from sunrise waking everyone up at 5am Lacked hygiene

    Hosts kindly accommodated our late check-in Fresh lettuce gift on arrival (though we didn’t get to eat it) Flowers along the front path were a nice touch Private house Proximity to the beach and a walking path (can go for a jog along the coast)

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2024

    7.0
    The house is okay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The living room is very small, furniture is not comfortable and in bad shape, too many things in the house that are not necessary.

    The location is great, near the beach and good restaurants.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2025

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