When staying in a bucket list location like Mount Fuji, you also need a good hotel to stay in. But a standard hotel isn't that exciting or interesting when staying in such a magical place. A traditional Japanese accommodation, called a ryokan, is the way to go when visiting this area. But what ryokans are the very best and provide the most value for your money?
We've made a list of the best ryokans near Mt Fuji in Japan, so you don't have to scour the internet to find a good place to stay. These ryokans are in the low to mid-range prices (between 50 and 250 dollars a night). And almost every ryokan also has an onsen – a wonderful Japanese bathhouse – that is an absolute treat after a long day of exploring.
Forget the neon-high-tech world of Tokyo, this area is totally different. It's more oldskool, traditional, and ore pure. In a ryokan, you'll be sleeping on a traditional futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) flooring, which is very unique for westerners, but you'll love the experience. You'll be smitten, just like us, with the onsens in particular!
Enjoy your stay friends!
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Fuji View Hotel
“Overlooking Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, Fuji View Hotel offers spacious accommodations surrounded by gorgeous Japanese gardens with lush greenery and cherry trees. The on-site hot springs public bath was renovated and reopened in March 2018. Guests can unwind in indoor and outdoor hot spring baths. Free WiFi is provided at the lobby. The hotel offers free shuttles to/from Kawaguchiko Train Station, a 10-minute ride away.
All rooms are nonsmoking rooms and are equipped with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a telephone. Large windows provide great views of either Mount Fuji or the lake. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. The View Hotel offers plenty of activity options like playing short golf or a game of tennis at on-site facilities with extra fees. The beauty salon can provide rejuvenating treatments or chiropractic massages.”
Biggest plus points;
+ Those views on Mt Fuji from every angle, wow!
+ The onsen has just been renovated
+ Their traditional breakfast is a must-try
+ The staff is amazing and very helpful with any requests
Kasuitei Ooya
“Peacefully located on the shore of Lake Kawaguchi in the scenic Mount Fuji area, Japanese-style hot spring hotel Kasuitei Ooya features rooms with stunning lake views, some boasting a private open-air bath. The hotel features a hot tub, massage treatments, and karaoke rooms. Guests can relax in indoor or outdoor public baths with lake views, or reserve a bath for private use for 50 minutes at a fee. They can unwind in the sauna or browse the large hotel shop. Free WiFi is available, and a free shuttle to/from the station is provided.
Rooms come with a terrace, a tatami (woven-straw) floor, and traditional futon bedding. Some have an open-air hot spring bath with lake views, while all are fitted with an LCD TV with satellite channels, a mini-fridge, and private bathroom facilities. A personal attendant ensures the guests' comfort. Authentic Japanese cuisine with local ingredients can be enjoyed at the dining room, which presents a Japanese breakfast and a traditional multi-course dinner.”
Biggest plus points;
+ Beautiful traditional rooms, so cozy and atmospheric
+ This ryokan has many extra fun features, like karaoke rooms!
+ An option to reserve a private bath for 50 minutes (worth every penny)
+ Excellent location as a headquarters to explore the region
Shiki-no-Yado Fujisan
“Located right in front of Lake Kawaguchi, Shiki-no-Yado Fujisan features a hot spring bath, saunas, and Mount Fuji views from the breakfast lounge. It offers Wi-Fi and guestrooms with a Japanese-style seating area. A free shuttle is available from Kawaguchi-ko Station. Carpeted rooms are fitted with air conditioning, single beds, and an LCD TV, while amenities include a fridge, yukata robes, and toiletries. All rooms have an attached bathroom and a Japanese-style area with a tatami (woven-straw) floor and a low table with seating cushions.
Guests at Fujisan Shiki-no-Yado can play table tennis or unwind in the public hot spring bath or sauna, which are separate per gender. The hotel also features drinks vending machines.”
Biggest plus points;
+ Simple, but very affordable!
+ Excellent views from this ryokan of Mount Fuji
+ Free shuttles are included from and towards the main station
+ Terrific location for all your Fuji adventures
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Hotel Asafuji
“Boasting views of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi for all rooms and hot-spring baths, Hotel Asafuji provides air-conditioned Japanese-style rooms with a green tea set. Free WiFi available throughout the hotel and free on-site parking is available. Free pick-up service is available from Kawaguchiko Station upon request.
The air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Asafuji have Shoji paper screens and a low table with floor chairs and cushions. Each room includes a fridge, private toilet, and guests bathe at the hot-spring baths. Japanese-style futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor is provided. Yukata robes are offered for guests. Massages are available, and the reception can store luggage. The public hot-spring baths are open from 06:00-09:30 and from 15:00-23:30 daily. A Japanese set breakfast and kaiseki multi-course dinner are available at the on-site restaurant for an extra fee with an advance reservation.”
Biggest plus points;
+ How about chilling in an onsen with Mt Fuji views?
+ Every detail in this ryokan is old school traditional Japanese
+ Free parking on-site and also free shuttles to the main station
+ Great location, right before Lake Kawaguchi
Temple Hotel Habanobo
“Located in Minobu, 300 m from Kuon-ji Temple, 宿坊 端場坊｜Temple Hotel Habanobo provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a garden, and a terrace. The air-conditioned rooms provide a mountain view and come with a desk and free WiFi. At the ryokan, every room is equipped with a shared bathroom with a hairdryer. An à la carte breakfast is available daily at Temple Hotel Habanobo. The nearest airport is Shizuoka Airport, 60 mi from the accommodations.”
Biggest plus points;
+ How about sleeping in a real temple? Wow!
+ It doesn't get more atmospheric than this
+ The esthetic of this ryokan in Fuji, just jawdropping!
+ Very affordable for this amazing experience
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