Hotel Ambia Shofukaku

This was our first stay as a family of four. Since we were all exhausted from the extreme heat, we truly appreciated being able to enjoy a welcome drink in the air-conditioned lounge after check-in. We stayed in a wonderful Room on the top floor with ocean views and a view of Mt. Fuji, and our whole family was impressed. The Hotel was very clean, and everything—from the attentive service and luxurious meals to the spacious, relaxing baths, the open-air bath with a view of Mt. Fuji, and the cold tea and ice cream after bathing—was excellent, making it an exceptionally comfortable stay. We also joined the summer bingo event and had fun enjoying the festive atmosphere. After check-in, you also took our family commemorative photo promptly at the entrance—thank you very much. We would love to stay again as a family!

I stayed here for the first time for the tuna and the Onsen, and it was better than expected. As soon as I pulled up to the entrance, a staff member quickly came to carry my luggage (all the way to my Room), and the parking lot was spacious so I could park with peace of mind. My Room was No. 803, with a full ocean view from the window, and it was new and spotless. It would have been perfect if I could see Mt. Fuji too—unfortunately not. The toilet is automatic, and everything from the sofa to the washbasin area is functional; even the air conditioning is designed so that airflow doesn’t blow directly on you. The large public bath is spacious and includes an open-air bath, and there was even a poster saying Yaizu Onsen is No. 1 in central Shizuoka Prefecture (according to experts). It was an unexpected treat after bathing to be able to enjoy draft beer, snacks, juice, etc., in a lounge-like area. For dinner we chose a private room, so we could eat in a relaxed setting. Everything was good, but in particular the seasonal giant freshwater prawn and eel were plump and delicious. There was also a bingo game in the lobby from 8:30 p.m., with many families participating—it really showed the Hotel’s hospitality spirit. Breakfast was buffet-style; both the venue and selection were extensive—tuna, shirasu (whitebait), salmon, omelets, and more—and it was excellent overall. For this price point, considering everything—the Onsen, meals, Room quality, location, service—it felt far beyond what you’d expect from a “casual” Hotel category. In terms of value for money, this ranks among my best stays ever.