Review: TIAD, Autograph Collection Hotel in Nagoya

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TIAD’s acronym (Tomorrow Is Another Day) subtly influenced my decision to stay in Nagoya for a night or head straight for Tokyo.

Although the comfort onboard Singapore Airlines Economy Class 787-10 from Singapore was fantastic, TIAD, an Autograph Collection hotel, offered luxurious amenities and wonderful Japanese hospitality which made me glad that I decided to stay a night instead of rushing to Tokyo right after an overnight flight.

Booking & Check-in

For the last part of my trip, I flew into Nagoya from Singapore, spending a few more days in Japan before flying home onboard ZIPAIR economy class. I had the option of going straight to Tokyo and staying there for three nights or taking it slow and staying in Nagoya for a night. Considering that I had been to Tokyo before, passing by this region of Japan without actually exploring the area would have been a waste. 

I was arriving on a red-eye flight and I didn’t want to stay far from transportation options and the city center. There were only three options for Nagoya’s central area and the TIAD seemed to be the most unique. I had previously stayed at the other brands during the first part of the trip, so I chose to book the TIAD Nagoya. 

Initially, I reserved a 2 Twin Deluxe Park View room as it was the cheapest option for the property. However, my Marriott Bonvoy app showed that I was proactively upgraded, thanks to my Marriott Bonvoy Titanium Elite Status, to a Premier Park View with a Balcony about an hour before check-in.

Looking at the rate and redemption options, booking with cash seems to be the better bet. When paying cash rates, prices average around 40,000 JPY or about $380 Canadian Dollars per night.

tiad autograph nagoya cost in japanese yen

On the other hand, if you are looking to redeem Marriott Bonvoy points at TIAD, you can expect to pay over 60,000 points per night.

tiad autograph nagoya cost in marriott bonvoy points

On each side of the entrance doors, inside and outside, a staff member welcomed guests into the property. Similar to the Nagasaki Marriott, the bell desk was on the ground level, with the lobby a few floors above. I arrived early and was able to get my bag stored by the bell desk employee instead of having to go upstairs to the check-in desks.

tiad autograph nagoya exterior

After exploring the city for a few hours, I arrived back at the hotel and went straight to the lobby, which was very spacious and had a patio and entrances to the hotel’s restaurants. I checked in and received my key before the staff member escorted me to the elevators while explaining some of the features of the property.

At night, the patio has a bright sun-like feature that brightens and dims at random times.

tiad autograph collection nagoya patio sun light

Location

The hotel is only steps away from the Yabachō Subway station. Since my flight into Nagoya was red-eye, being close to the subway was a must so that I could explore the greater region before checking in and napping. It took about an hour to get from the airport to the hotel, with one transfer on the way. 

The property was also located in the Sakae downtown area, making it convenient for entertainment and shopping.

Parking

Parking was available for ¥4,500 JPY per day with options for electric vehicle charging.

Room – King Premier Park View with a Balcony

The room was spacious, with an open-concept bathroom and living area. The bed directly faces the bathroom sinks, with charging outlets on each end table on either side of the bed. The coffee maker and minibar are on the left side of the bed as well.

The large living space opens up to floor-to-ceiling views of Nagoya’s skyline.

tiad autograph collection nagoya living space

Directly in front of the couch in the living area was a television mounted on the wall.

tiad autograph collection nagoya alternate view

On the coffee table, a signed welcome card by the manager and a couple of local sweets were left as welcome gifts. One was lemon flavoured and the other had red bean paste.

tiad autograph collection nagoya welcome amenity

The large closet area provided lots of storage for belongings with a safe for smaller items. Ironing supplies, laundry bags, and extra bedding could be found in the closet as well.

The bathroom divided the shower and toilet into their own separate rooms.

The shower room also had a bathtub with bath salts on the side. There was a window with blinds that looked out onto the patio.

There is a box with extra bathroom products in case you forgot any.

The dual vanity was large with lots of counter space to move around or store things. You can also close the entire washroom area with a divider that slides out from each side.

The room had two portable tablets. One controlled air conditioning, lights, and privacy whereas the other larger tablet controlled entertainment on itself or on the TV.

You can also purchase TIAD-branded accessories if you want to bring a piece of the hotel home.

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The minibar had snacks and drinks available for purchase.

Complimentary coffee and tea are also available with tea sets and coffee ware.

Room service is also available, though the breakfast options differ from those in the hotel’s main restaurant.

The window and balcony faced westward towards Edison Hisaya Plaza, a space commonly hosting food festivals. The weekend I was staying there, the park held a Hawaiian food festival, which was pretty cool.  The view featured many shopping towers and a glimpse of the uniquely shaped Nagoya City Science Museum.

There was also a small patio set, perfect for watching the sunset.

tiad autograph collection nagoya balcony patio set

Restaurants & Bars

Table for Tomorrow – Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite Complimentary Breakfast

Breakfast was served in the main restaurant area. Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite Status members and above receive complimentary breakfast as part of the Marriott Bonvoy Elite breakfast benefit. The breakfast offerings included a made-to-order appetizer, buffet selections from around the world, and drinks.

In addition to hot food, cereals, fruit, and other cold dishes were available for grabs.

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The appetizer options mostly consisted of omelets, though there was a Wasabi-infused caviar and Avocado Toast option, which I chose. I needed to wake up, and the hints of wasabi came up through my nose, which definitely helped.

The Lounge

Hidden from the main dining area, the Lounge offers afternoon tea for 6,500 JPY. The Lounge is open from 10 AM to 5 PM though Afternoon Tea is only available during weekdays for a few hours per day. Take a look at the menu here.

tiad nagoya hotel lounge restaurant bar seating
Image courtesy of Marriott.com

Shuhari

The most exclusive dining option on the property is Shuhari, a fine-dining “omakase” outlet, which means the meal is entirely curated by the chef. They also have premium whiskeys, wines, and specialty cocktails available.

tiad autograph collection nagoya shuhari entrance

Lunch is available (weekends only), and dinner is by appointment only.

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Facilities

Fitness Center

For all of the fitness and wellness areas, there is a strict policy prohibiting bathrobes, pajamas, and slippers. Rooms have a fitness shirt and pants that you can use for the gym.

tiad autograph collection nagoya fitness shirt pants

The fitness center at TIAD Nagoya offers standard gym amenities with extra features. Most of the equipment, including the LAT machine, had screens showing workout techniques and instructions.

There was also a body composition measurement machine that I had never seen before.

tiad autograph collection nagoya fitness center body composition machine

A wellness lounge is attached to it, where the hotel provides drinks, smoothies, bread, and fruit.

tiad autograph collection nagoya wellness lounge

You can access the patio as well.

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Pool & Thermal Bath

The pool and thermal bath area require reservations. Each time slot is 90 minutes, and you can rent swimwear if you don’t have your own. No mobile devices are allowed in the pool areas.

Spa

In-room spa services are available, and reservations are required for the service.

Conclusion

The TIAD, Autograph Collection hotel offers a luxurious stay if you ever visit Japan’s Aichi and Gifu prefectures. This property’s location is convenient for travelers, with close proximity to transportation, shopping, and other attractions. The stylish decor and modern features make the property stand out as well-appointed. 

My favorite part of the property is the wellness lounge, which you don’t typically see in North America. Although I did not have time to use the fitness facilities or spa, the lounge was still a neat feature. All in all, if you’re looking for luxurious features, excellent service, and convenience in all aspects, the TIAD, Autograph Collection is a phenomenal option.

Andy Leung

Andy Leung

Andy started his miles and points journey at a young age when his family signed him up for his Aeroplan account. However, only in 2022 did he start really digging deep with different credit cards and loyalty programs. Between graduating from university and finding a career in urban planning, Andy took advantage of flight and hotel deals, traveling to many new cities and learning about their urban planning methods along the way.

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