Your stay — Select Inn
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Select Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or higher floor, as the hotel has a single elevator and the lower floors may experience more foot traffic. Avoid rooms 101-200, as they are close to the service entrance and may be noisier.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms 101-200, especially those near the service entrance
Best views
Limited views, but rooms with a southwest orientation may offer glimpses of the surrounding area
Quietest floors
Third floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the main road may be noticeable in lower floors and rooms near the service entrance. The hotel's elevation and surrounding buildings may also cause some echo.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's location by visiting the nearby Tsuruga Castle and harbor on foot. Request a room with a refrigerator, as it's not a standard amenity, but can be requested in advance.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Select Inn
free Wi-Fi up to 1Gbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader, Japan Times, Asahi Shimbun), physical papers available upon request
14:00-23:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, ¥2,000 late check-out fee
available for ¥500 per piece per day, limited capacity
step-free access, wheelchair entries on all floors, no structural limitations
onsite parking available for ¥1,500 per night, nearest public car park is Tsuruga Station Parking Lot (¥500 per day), no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: ¥200 per person per night (Mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: ¥5,000 advance deposit, ¥5,000 incidental card hold at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen (JPY)
Travellers can exchange money at local banks, post offices, or currency exchange machines at airports, but be aware that rates may be less favourable than at major cities. For a more competitive rate, consider exchanging at a post office or a local bank.
Most major credit and debit cards are accepted at major shops, restaurants, and ATMs, but some smaller establishments may not accept card payments. Contactless and mobile payments are widely accepted in Tsuruga.
Tipping is not expected in Tsuruga, but rounding up the bill or leaving small change is appreciated for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee can be found at a vending machine with a price of around ¥200-¥300.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a bento box at a local convenience store, priced around ¥500-¥700.
A cheap dinner option is a bowl of ramen or udon at a local restaurant, priced around ¥800-¥1,200.
The cheapest eats can be found in the local shopping districts, such as along the coast road, where street food stalls and small restaurants offer affordable options.
Local supermarkets like AEON and Co-op are common in Tsuruga.
For affordable shopping, head to the local markets or second-hand shops, where prices start from around ¥500.
The cheapest way to get around is by using the local bus, with a day pass costing ¥600. From the airport, take the bus for ¥1,000.
Consider purchasing a prepaid IC card for easy travel on local buses and trains.Eat at local convenience stores or street food stalls for affordable meals.Avoid exchanging money at airports or tourist areas, as the rates are often less favourable.
Good to know — Tsuruga
Type A/B · 100V
safe
$1 ≈ ¥161.79 · JPY
Emergency Contacts
TsurugaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tsuruga, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Select Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Komatsu Airport (KMQ) → HOTEL GRANBINARIO TSURUGA
💡 Pre-book with Tsuruga Taxi for a fixed fare (around ¥16,000–¥18,000). The hotel can arrange this if you email them.
Komatsu Airport (KMQ) → Tsuruga Station
💡 Direct bus only runs early afternoon. Check the timetable at the airport info desk; it's seasonal. Otherwise take bus to Kanazawa and switch.
Tsuruga Station → HOTEL GRANBINARIO TSURUGA
💡 Get off at 'Eki-Mae' stop, then walk 2 minutes north. The red and white bus is easy to spot. Pay by IC card or cash.
Komatsu Airport (KMQ) → Tsuruga Station
💡 Change at Kanazawa Station. Buy a through ticket at the airport JR counter; it saves queuing.
About Tsuruga
Wikipedia ↗
Tsuruga Station (敦賀駅, Tsuruga-eki) is a joint-use railway station in the city of Tsuruga, Fukui, Japan, jointly operated by West Japan Railway Company (JR West) and Hapi-Line Fukui. The station premises are managed by JR West. It is served by the Hokuriku Shinkansen, the Hokuriku Main Line, the Obam...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Select Inn?
Request a room on the third or higher floor, as the hotel has a single elevator and the lower floors may experience more foot traffic. Avoid rooms 101-200, as they are close to the service entrance and may be noisier.
Which rooms should I avoid at Select Inn?
Rooms 101-200, especially those near the service entrance
Is Select Inn noisy?
Street noise from the main road may be noticeable in lower floors and rooms near the service entrance. The hotel's elevation and surrounding buildings may also cause some echo.
Which rooms have the best views at Select Inn?
Limited views, but rooms with a southwest orientation may offer glimpses of the surrounding area
What are insider tips for staying at Select Inn?
Take advantage of the hotel's location by visiting the nearby Tsuruga Castle and harbor on foot. Request a room with a refrigerator, as it's not a standard amenity, but can be requested in advance.
What time is check-in at Select Inn?
Check-in at Select Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Select Inn have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi up to 1Gbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Select Inn?
¥200 per person per night (Mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Select Inn?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a bento box at a local convenience store, priced around ¥500-¥700.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Select Inn?
The cheapest way to get around is by using the local bus, with a day pass costing ¥600. From the airport, take the bus for ¥1,000.
Top Attractions in Tsuruga
💡 Bring binoculars—you can often spot cargo ships from Russia and Korea coming in. The park is least crowded early morning.
💡 Visit at low tide to see the small torii gate revealed on the rocks below. The shrine is free, but bring ¥100 for a Goshuin stamp if you collect them.
💡 Walk the 2km approach road lined with cherry trees—come in late March to early April for a spectacular tunnel of blossoms. Free all year, the museum is optional.
💡 Grab a free map of the old port district from the information desk inside. The warehouse is lit up nicely at dusk.
💡 The museum shares a building with the tourist office—pick up a free ¥100 discount coupon for the Red Brick Warehouse from the counter.