Book Solare Hotels and Resorts Sakaide accommodation from AU$28

The first receptionist I encountered during check in could speak very good English and communicate with me well. Then on the next day, there were any receptionists speaking English, wrong direction was given to me when I asked for going to a seafood place. But they were nice. Hope some more receptionists can speak a little English for international guests.

Hotel is directly attached to Okayama Station. It's in a quiet area on the non-busy side of Okayama Station.

Great access to the covered street restaurants amd shopping, through to the canal, old town and the shrines. The onsen was fabulous, so too was the breakfast and the view from the breakfast room. Kurashiki is a very pretty town, with some lovely old buildings and for us, it was great that there weren't many tourists.

Good afternoon tea - decent enough rooms for the price.

We love the hotel and friendly staff here. The hotel is conveniently located near the station (5-6mins). Minutes walk to Donki, Aeon and other local restaurants. We also like the spacious room. There’s also a public bath to relax. Breakfast was also great, except that the menu repeats after 2 days.

Front desk was very helpful in switching my reservation from a smoking to a non-smoking room. Rooms were decently clean, and the location is conveniently located near Okayama station.