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I’d been wanting to visit for a long time, and I was finally able to stay this time.Unfortunately, because of the rain there was no goat welcome, but I enjoyed a champagne welcome drink in the lobby and headed to my Room feeling excited.The Room was very spacious and impeccably clean, so I felt comfortable throughout my stay. The fog was quite heavy so the view wasn’t very clear, but I was told you can see Mt. Fuji on a clear day. I also really appreciated the complimentary free-flow drinks in the refrigerator. I requested refills of various items such as half bottles of champagne and water.The bath is an Onsen, with a faint sulfur scent and just the right temperature. It wasn’t an open-air bath, but opening the window made it feel wonderfully airy. It was also my first time staying in a Room with a sauna (with cold plunge), and it was a great experience—I worked up a good sweat and truly enjoyed it.Dinner was thoughtfully prepared across every dish and absolutely delicious! The wine pairing was excellent as well, and I had a wonderful time until the very end. For a late-night snack, we were served conger eel sushi—far beyond what you’d expect for “late-night,” truly authentic. I enjoyed it with another refill of champagne. For breakfast we chose in-Room dining; the pork miso soup was especially delicious, and being able to have seconds left me completely satisfied.Above all, the staff were courteous with just the right sense of distance while still being incredibly attentive—checking on drink replenishments in our Room and more—which made for an excellent stay.I would love to return for another stay. Thank you very much.

Once again, we were able to relax and fully enjoy the meals, the Hotel’s atmosphere, and its beautiful setting. The food was especially wonderful—everyone in our family was delighted with the beef tongue dishes at dinner and the eel rice we had for breakfast. Unfortunately, because of the weather, we didn’t have as much time to interact with the goats as we would have liked, but it was still very soothing. (I come here not for sightseeing in Hakone, but to unwind with a lovely Hotel and great food—and I’m already looking forward to our next visit.)