Marriott Hotels has announced the opening of the Nagasaki Marriott Hotel, marking the flagship brand's debut in Kyushu, Japan's southernmost main island, and the ninth Marriott hotel to open in the country.
A destination with a mix of Japanese, Chinese and Dutch culture, Nagasaki was the only port city open to foreign trade in 16th century Japan.
The hotel is directly connected to JR Nagasaki Station and offers guests access to the Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen and JR local lines.
For international travelers, the hotel is less than a 2-hour drive from Fukuoka Airport.
Nearby attractions include the new Dejima Messe Nagasaki Convention Hall and the iconic Glover Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as the Atomic Bomb Museum and Peace Park.
Travelers looking to further explore the city's landmarks can take a boat ride from Nagasaki Harbor to another UNESCO World Heritage Site: Hashima Island, better known as Battleship Island, famous for its modern ruins that embody Japan's past manufacturing revolution.
Nagasaki Marriott Hotel offers 207 rooms and suites, two-thirds of which are equipped with balconies.
Accommodation options include the hotel's 242-square-meter Imperial Suite, which is also one of the largest hotel suites in Kyushu.
Meals at the Nagasaki Marriott Hotel feature locally sourced ingredients from the abundant farms and fisheries of Nagasaki and Western Kyushu.
Nagasaki Marriott Hotel also features Japan's first M Club, an executive club lounge for Marriott Bonvoy members with Platinum Elite, Titanium Elite and Ambassador Elite status and guests staying on executive floors, offering breakfast, snacks throughout the day and complimentary evening cocktails.
The hotel's fitness center features the latest in cardiovascular equipment, plus free weights and weight machines for an invigorating workout.
“We are very excited to welcome guests to Nagasaki, a city with a rich and varied history, full of fascinating traditions and offering visitors a wonderful insight into Japan's long and storied history,” said Cy West, general manager of Nagasaki Marriott. Hotel.
“We are raising the bar for hospitality in Nagasaki with heartfelt service that reflects the Marriott brand's living legacy of putting people first. By providing experiences that go beyond the everyday, we aim to make Nagasaki a must-see destination for both domestic and international travelers.”
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