FAV LUX Nagasaki

850-0921 Nagasaki, Nagasaki, Matsugaemachi 3-10, Japan 8.9/10

FAV LUX Nagasaki Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first walked into FAV LUX Nagasaki, I wasn’t expecting much from the exterior. The building sits quietly on Matsugaemachi, and you might actually walk past it if you’re not paying attention. But step inside and, well, it’s like they saved all the good stuff for the guests who actually made the effort to find them.

The lobby has this understated elegance that feels very Japanese – clean lines, natural materials, none of that over-the-top glitz you sometimes get with four-star places. What really caught my attention though was how the staff seemed to genuinely know the neighborhood. When I asked about getting to Glover Garden (which is honestly just a pleasant 10-minute walk), the front desk person didn’t just point me in the right direction – they mentioned which entrance has fewer crowds in the morning and warned me about the construction on the main path. That’s the kind of local insight you can’t Google.

The rooms are what I’d call “thoughtfully modern” – you know what I mean? Everything works perfectly, the bed is seriously comfortable (I’m picky about mattresses), and there’s actually enough space to spread out your stuff without playing Tetris with your luggage. The bathrooms deserve a mention too – proper Japanese attention to detail with fixtures that feel substantial, not flimsy. My room faced toward the harbor area, and while you can’t see much water through the urban landscape, there’s something nice about knowing it’s there. The soundproofing is excellent, which matters because Matsugaemachi can get a bit lively in the evenings – though honestly, it’s more charming local chatter than rowdy tourist noise.

What strikes me most about this place is how it feels like it belongs in Nagasaki rather than just being dropped there. The breakfast (when I managed to wake up early enough) features local ingredients alongside the standard international options, and the coffee is actually good – not just hotel-adequate. The location puts you within easy walking distance of the peace memorials and Chinatown, but you’re also close enough to the tram lines that getting around the city is effortless. I mean, the Matsugae-machi stop is literally around the corner.

Staff-wise, they hit that sweet spot between attentive and not hovering. Check-in was smooth, they held my bags without fuss when I arrived early, and when I needed restaurant recommendations beyond the usual tourist spots, they steered me toward a tiny ramen place that turned out to be incredible (though I never would have found it on my own). With an 8.9 rating, you’re getting exactly what you’d expect – solid reliability with some genuinely nice touches. It’s not the kind of place that tries to wow you with flashy amenities, but rather the kind where everything just works well, which honestly is more valuable when you’re trying to explore a city like Nagasaki.

At a Glance

4-Star Hotel
Guest Rating: 8.9/10 Excellent
Location 850-0921 Nagasaki, Nagasaki, Matsugaemachi 3-10, Japan
9 Room Types Various accommodation options
Full Amenities Wide range of facilities

Guest Reviews

8.9
Excellent Based on 10 reviews
Staff
8.9
Comfort
9.4
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
8.2
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.5
Value for money
8.7
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Annique
Canada
9/10

New, very clean rooms thoughtfully laid out with comfortable beds and decent pillows (for a hotel). Everything we needed in the kitchenette for our party of 5, except for a peeler which would hav been a nice-to-have. Layout of bathroom, which is a...

Annique from Canada

9/10

New, very clean rooms thoughtfully laid out with comfortable beds and decent pillows (for a hotel). Everything we needed in the kitchenette for our party of 5, except for a peeler which would hav been a nice-to-have. Layout of bathroom, which is a normal Japanese layout of separating toilet and shower, helped manage bathroom time for all of us. Even the nightwear was super comfy. When we found the air a little dry, lo and behold... I found a humidifier!

We walked around the area on our last morning there, and the luggage storage was easy to figure out and FREE!

Close to Oura Tenshudo (Oura Cathedral) tram stop.

What could be improved: Not the hotel's fault - my two teenagers on the top bunks (they loved their own space) found it stuffy and hot, so we turned off the air con heating at night (left the fan running) and used the humidifier which made their quality of sleep significantly better.

Location is good, but a little quiet at night. Takes a transfer on the tram to get home from most places but if mainly walking (very possible), no problems. We were travelling with my parents, so took the tram to minimise the walking.

25 December 2024
T
Trisha
Australia
9/10

FABULOUS, clean and so comfortable. Our room was well equipped with a laundry and kitchenette. The location is just around the corner from Glover Garden, Oura Cathedral and the fun Glover Street with souvenir shops and yummy local treats (Castella...

Trisha from Australia

9/10

FABULOUS, clean and so comfortable.
Our room was well equipped with a laundry and kitchenette.
The location is just around the corner from Glover Garden, Oura Cathedral and the fun Glover Street with souvenir shops and yummy local treats (Castella Cakes).

Easy walk to Chinatown.
Easy walk to the Bus Stop and Tram Stops to travel to other areas of Nagasaki.

The only minus is the paid parking is limited and expensive (and if you look up, it is actually under a cemetary).
The area surrounding the Hotel is quiet and dark at night with limited restaurant/dining options.

What could be improved: Paid Parking is very limited and expensive.

21 March 2025
G
Ganapathy
Australia
8/10

A smart property. Luggage storage arrangements, self check in, low overhead operating model. Clever use of technology in many facets. Great location close to tram and not a long walk to Chinatown. What could be improved: Breakfast was disappointing...

Ganapathy from Australia

8/10

A smart property. Luggage storage arrangements, self check in, low overhead operating model. Clever use of technology in many facets. Great location close to tram and not a long walk to Chinatown.

What could be improved: Breakfast was disappointing after our previous hotel in Fukuoka. Yet it was practical. A couple of healthy options would have been nice.

14 March 2025
U
Ulrich
Germany
8/10

The location was good , it was modern and very spaciousness furnished. A large and very comfortable bed was in our rooms well. The staff was very flexible and helpful. What could be improved: The breakfast was small (just one drink and one...

Ulrich from Germany

8/10

The location was good , it was modern and very spaciousness furnished. A large and very comfortable bed was in our rooms well. The staff was very flexible and helpful.

What could be improved: The breakfast was small (just one drink and one sandwich). Next time I would opt out of breakfast.

8 March 2025
S
Shiho
United States
9/10

The room was modern and had everything we needed. The staff was super efficient and friendly. They have a parking space and also the tram station is just around the corner. Everything was great with this hotel.

8 March 2025
S
Sam
Australia
8/10

The room was fantastic and spacious, beds and pillows were very comfortable and the shower was also very good What could be improved: I didn't like that the breakfast was not very substantial and I was asked to pay to have a different type of milk...

Sam from Australia

8/10

The room was fantastic and spacious, beds and pillows were very comfortable and the shower was also very good

What could be improved: I didn't like that the breakfast was not very substantial and I was asked to pay to have a different type of milk for my complementary coffee, which I found very tight after we paid for an expensive hotel. most of the staff were a very pleasant, I couldn't quite tell if it was a breakdown in English or if they were just shy, but a couple came across as rude and abrupt with.

20 February 2025
B
Ben
Singapore
9/10

Location is great, near Glover garden. Price point is excellent and the room is quite spacious. Parking is available for a fee and just a stone throw away. There is also a washing machine at the bathroom area.

What could be improved: Nothing at all.

4 February 2025
P
Pawitchaya
Thailand
9/10

Nice clean place. Nice decoration and complete facilities. Their drip coffee was very nice too

4 February 2025
R
Rachel
Singapore
9/10

Cozy hotel with modern design and facilities. Hotel room is like service apartment equipped with kitchen and washer/dryer facilities. Charging ports are all conveniently located next to the beds or at table area. Staff at the hotel were also very...

Rachel from Singapore

9/10

Cozy hotel with modern design and facilities. Hotel room is like service apartment equipped with kitchen and washer/dryer facilities. Charging ports are all conveniently located next to the beds or at table area. Staff at the hotel were also very helpful and frit

What could be improved: Food choices around the hotel a bit limited

3 February 2025
C
Chanont
Thailand
8/10

Room size, Bed so comfortable.

What could be improved: Breakfast, Staff, Parking

1 February 2025

FAV LUX Nagasaki Rooms

Choose from 9 accommodation options

King Room

1 extra-large double bed 1 - 2 guests
From $139

Japanese-Style Room

4 futon beds 1 - 1 guests
From $149

Twin Room

2 double beds 1 - 1 guests
From $149

Twin Room - Disability Access

2 double beds 1 - 1 guests
From $164

Superior Twin Room

2 double beds 1 - 1 guests
From $166

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

2 large double beds 1 - 1 guests
From $166

Deluxe Studio

2 single beds and 2 large double beds 1 - 1 guests
From $176

Suite with Spa Bath

2 sofa beds and 2 large double beds 1 - 1 guests
From $394

Suite with Sauna

2 sofa beds and 2 large double beds 1 - 1 guests
From $573
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Facilities & Amenities

Everything you need for a comfortable stay

Bedroom 1
  • Linen
General 6
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Kitchen 6
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bathroom 10
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors 4
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
Services 2
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
Wellness 3
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
  • Sauna Additional charge
Living Area 1
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink 2
  • Coffee house on site
  • Restaurant
Accessibility 1
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Room Amenities 1
  • Socket near the bed
Languages spoken 2
  • English
  • Japanese
Safety & security 7
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
Media & Technology 3
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Reception services 1
  • Invoice provided
Most popular facilities 7
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Private parking
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Entertainment and family services 1
  • Board games/puzzles

FAV LUX Nagasaki Location

850-0921 Nagasaki, Nagasaki, Matsugaemachi 3-10, Japan

What's nearby

Minato Park 750 m
Glover Garden 350 m
Megane Bridge 1.8 km
Nagasaki Dejima 1.1 km
Nabekanmuriyama Park 1.2 km
Nagasaki Seaside Park 650 m
Minami Yamate Rest House 500 m
Confucius Shrine Nagasaki 350 m
Inorinooka Picture Book Museum 200 m
Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum 800 m

Restaurants & cafes

Restaurant Shikairo 100 m
Restaurant岩崎本舗 200 m
Restaurant台湾料理 老李 中華街店 800 m

Top attractions

Peace Park 5 km
Aguri no Oka 15 km
Tateyama Park 3.3 km
26 Martyrs Museum 2.4 km
Sakamoto Ryoma Statue 2.6 km
Nagasaki Science Museum 5 km
Inasayama Observation Deck 5 km
Nagasaki Museum of History 2.6 km
Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum 4.7 km
Nagasaki Electric Railway Museum 4.5 km

Public transport

Train Michino 8 km
Train Nagasaki Station 2.1 km

Closest airports

Saga Airport 98 km
Amakusa Airport 88 km
Nagasaki Airport 37 km

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