Independent Showa hotels

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"Very nice location along the lake. "

"Very unique and upscale rooms that are minimalist but adequate. The view was the main attraction and we were not disappointed. A pleasant surprise was the outdoor fireplace that the staff lighted every evening on the comfy balcony. The rooms were quiet and the staff was friendly and helpful. One downside was the strict process they used handled the meal reservations. When we checked in most of the dining times were already reserved and we had to eat later than we desired. When we went into the dining room there were very few tables being used so a bit disappointing- also the breakfast didn’t begin early enough so we were unable to eat our first morning, however we did make it to breakfast the second day and it was delicious! They need more dining times to accommodate all guests since there really aren’t other easily accessible restaurants nearby. The bar area was also a problem since it didn’t open until 7pm, and it was quite dark sitting outside. Finally there are a lot of steps to get from your room to reception, dining and the bar and they need to be better lit. People also need to be in relatively good shape to make the hike up and down. We did have a wonderful stay, but a few tweaks would make it even better!"

"Very nice and clean. Staff are very friendly and helpful "

"A memorable stay in this hotel during our family's Japan vacation. The Japanese traditional Kaiseki dinner is the highlight, followed by drum show. Hotel has a beautiful garden sterches out acres with rich vegetation and architectural details. Wine bar provides nice coffee, snacks and wine tasting. I only wish the breakfast doesnt close that early (9am). "

"We had a lovely stay at the Fuji View Hotel. You can choose a room facing either Mt. Fuji or Lake Kawaguchi, though the actual view depends on the weather. The breakfast buffet was excellent, with a wide range of both Japanese and Western options. The hotel is easily accessible from Kawaguchiko Station via a free hourly shuttle or the Saiko sightseeing bus that stops nearby every 30 minutes. Located away from the town center, the hotel offers a peaceful atmosphere with plenty of walking paths and beautiful surroundings. Perfect for a relaxing getaway."

"The half board meals are fantastic. They are traditional Japanese style, which include many different dishes and the quantity is more than you can eat."

"The staff was very welcoming and friendly! They did a great job helping a foreign traveler. The amenities were great - I appreciated they let you choose what you needed rather than overstock a room. The room was clean and cozy. The most amazing part was the onsite onsen. So relaxing and perfect after several days of traveling. "

"Incredible view and location, even without MT Fuji being visible during our trip. I would appreciate if there were more signs for onsen etiquette. We only knew because of prior research. Lots of spiders outside so unable to open the windows "