seven x seven 糸島 — Hotel in Fukuoka

We arrived in the hip, California-chic area of Itoshima, specifically at the Seven x Seven Itoshima resort. ||This swish technology-forward hotel truly enabled technology in its check in to room entry. We checked in at the “bar area”, using iPads. Passports were self scanned and at the end, we were asked to photograph the QR-code to use to enter the hotel room. ||Our room was the Seven Suite; a large 12 seater kitchen table, with a beautiful built in kitchen. This room would sleep 4-6 people comfortably.||There’s a large L-shaped sofa, facing a projector screen that drops down from at the press of a button. The Epson projector will project your favorite movie or sitcom. ||There’s two double beds on a platform, almost like a stage. Super comfy and the room is kept comfortable by in-room heating/aircon. ||A large bathroom sits to the side of the bedroom. A double sink, hairdryer, lots of amenities already pre-packed in little bags. ||A toilet with the usual Japanese toilet functions in an enclosed space for privacy. The shower/bath tub is in a “fish tank”. Glass all around, and facing out to sea. There’s roller blinds if you prefer privacy. ||There’s a balcony with a raised jacuzzi. We were advised to wear swim suits in the jacuzzi.:) A BBQ pit is also in this area. ||There’s also a smaller shower here, probably for the use of the jacuzzi users. ||Near the door to the room, there’s a walk in wardrobe. In here, you’ll find a washing machine, probably with drying function too. ||There’s also a safe on the shelf beside the door. You’ll also find bathroom slipper and outdoor slippers here. ||No daily housekeeping for your room. But the team will clear trash and change your towels. We had to leave these items just inside the door.||We had a restful time here. The vibe around the area is “chillax”. Enjoy some of the sights around here including the London Bus cafe, Ichiran Ramen factory and Oyster shacks. ||Enjoyed our stay in this technology-forward hotel....

Let’s start off with the good before we share the bad the room that we stayed in is absolutely amazing. We’re on the fourth floor in the rear building and can clearly still see the ocean. It is three floors with a spa bath on the roof outdoor fridge inside is two toilets, two showers and one bath tub of two separate rooms. It really is amazing the shape of this place. If you think that just because you’re spending a lot of money that they have this amazing hotel restaurant then think again it is just like food court food microwaved you have to go to the counter to order it and pick up a little Bluetooth Buzzy thing to be able to go and pick up your food again. The lights are obviously that colour because of mosquitoes, but it feels like a nightclub in there with the lights and the music that they choose for us feels like that aswell. The big problem was asking the staff if they had sheep or goats milk in their products and they told us no we had a meal enjoyed it and went back for more and on the second time when we asked again, they confirmed that they did have a sheep and go inside one of their cheeses. my daughter is allergic to goats and sheep milk. Therefore, this put me into panic mode. We are in the middle of nowhere yes I have an EpiPen always with me, but it caused a lot of stress and kept me awake all night so I did not relax to enjoy this place as much as I could’ve if you’re coming here bring some drinks bring your own food and then you will really enjoy this place there is no staff on at reception at night. This really is a hotel in the middle of the jungle on the side of the ocean. Great experience in all just a bit stressful for us in regards to the...

The Good:||Straight up, the nicest hotel room we've had in Japan. Modern, clean (see later comments) and spacious. The view from the balcony is wonderful and the sound and smell of the Inland Seto sea is relaxing. I wish I could say as much for the rest of the hotel.||Super comfy beds. Proper pillows, not those awful buckwheat ones that are so common when travelling in Japan. A high quality washing machine/dryer is most welcome.||There's basic kitchen facilities but if you're staying here, you're not likely to be cooking. Staff are lovely and most speak a little English.||The bad:|The beautiful bathroom is completely let down by roller blinds that are covered in mould.|What a terrible and stupid idea. They could have been installed on the outside and it would have all been good.||Dining options in the area are extremely limited. Do some research before you come. Most close at 8PM and don't open until 10 or 11. Apparently, I should have ordered (Japanese style only) breakfast three days ahead of check in. Make sure you stock up at a kombini before you come otherwise you may end up in search of a convenience store onigiri for breakfast.||The in house dining option is reminiscent of a 1980s discotheque with "oonce" music and orange neon. The limited and uninspiring menu did not outweigh the horrendous ambience.||The ugly:|The same company that owns the hotel also owns three adjacent food/beverage businesses. Subsequently the offerings from those enterprises are less than spectacular and overpriced. ||On the positive side, there is an adjacent independent business that offers superb locally sourced food and drinks.||Go back...