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Thursday, February 26, 2026

Hotel Room Tour and Review - ANA Crowne Plaza Nagasaki Gloverhill

ANA Crowne Plaza Nagasaki Gloverhill

Last summer, my husband and I traveled to Nagasaki — our first visit in many years. It felt nostalgic to return after such a long time.

For this trip, we chose to stay at ANA Crowne Plaza Nagasaki Gloverhill. The location was a big reason: the hotel sits within easy walking distance of Glover Garden, Oura Church, and the Dutch Slope, making it perfect for sightseeing. The accommodation fee was also very reasonable during our stay, which made the decision even easier. And since we previously had a wonderful experience at ANA Crowne Plaza Fukuoka, we felt confident choosing the Nagasaki property as well.

Excellent Location for Sightseeing

The hotel is located in Nagasaki–Minamiyamate, a quiet hillside neighborhood known for its international history and charming 19th‑century architecture. From here, many of Nagasaki’s most iconic spots are just a short walk away:

Glover Garden — a pleasant stroll uphill
Oura Catholic Church — only about 120 meters from the hotel
Dutch Slope — a gentle walk through atmospheric stone paths
Seaside Park — close by for waterfront views and relaxing evening walks
Nagasaki Chinatown (Shinchi Chinatown) — about a 15–20 minute walk, perfect for exploring shops and grabbing a quick bite

If you want to visit Mount Inasayama for its famous night view, you can conveniently catch the Nagasaki Ropeway Shuttle Bus right at the bus stop in front of ANA Crowne Plaza Nagasaki Gloverhill. The shuttle is free for ropeway users, which makes the trip even easier.

The hotel also sells tickets to several sightseeing attractions in the area, so you can plan your visit without needing to stop at multiple counters around the city.

Parking

Parking was 1,000 yen per night. The parking area was a bit challenging to navigate because available spaces were limited, and most of them were designed for compact cars. If you’re driving a larger vehicle, it may take a little extra time to find a suitable spot.

Lobby

The lobby wasn’t very spacious, but it felt gorgeous and classic, with a warm atmosphere that made a great first impression. A grand staircase with rich carpeting curved gracefully toward the upper floor, and a sparkling chandelier hung above, adding a touch of luxury to the space. The polished marble floor and geometric wall accents gave the area a refined, timeless feel.

The staff were incredibly kind and polite, which added to the welcoming atmosphere. To reduce plastic waste, the hotel provides only the essential amenities—such as toothbrushes, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and body lotion. If you need other items like a comb or a shaving razor, you can simply ask the staff and they’ll happily provide them.

Lobby

Standard Twin Room (27㎡／290.6ft²)

Standard Twin Room

We stayed in a Standard Twin Room, which was spacious enough for two and felt clean and comfortable throughout.

The room included a two‑seater sofa.

There was a mini fridge tucked under the TV

There were a thoughtful selection of drinks: Nescafe Gold Blend instant coffee, green tea bags, and Lipton black tea bags.

I especially appreciated the two complimentary bottles of water placed on the desk.

The bathroom was simple yet spotless, offering a clean and comfortable space to unwind.

Antipodes

It was stocked with Antipodes Fig & Feijoa hand and body wash, lotion, shampoo, and conditioner, which added a touch of luxury to our stay. Antipodes is a New Zealand‑based skincare brand known for its natural and organic products, featuring sustainably sourced ingredients like Vinanza antioxidants and mānuka honey.

Antipodes

One small disappointment was that ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Nagasaki Gloverhill doesn’t offer as many complimentary equipment rentals as its Fukuoka counterpart. I had hoped to borrow a Panasonic Nano Care Facial Steamer, but it wasn’t available. I had also been looking forward to the sleep‑support amenities I enjoyed at ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Fukuoka, but unfortunately, they were discontinued as of August 2025.

Still, I genuinely liked this hotel for its excellent location. We enjoyed wandering around the neighborhood and even strolled to Nagasaki Chinatown (新地中華街) — one of the city’s liveliest districts. I’ll share more about that experience in my next post.

You can check out my Nagasaki entries here.

You can check out my Fukuoka entries here.

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