箱根风雅

Due to a change in our Hakone travel plans, we urgently looked for an inn near the Sengokuhara Grassland Walking Trail, so we arrived without high expectations. From the moment we arrived, I felt uneasy because the parking lot was some distance away, but the staff’s hospitality was excellent throughout—better than expected from the start. We had heard the room was small, but it actually felt more spacious than expected. The food at both dinner and breakfast tasted good, though younger guests might find the portions a bit light. Dinner was udon, so if that feels insufficient, I recommend adding a bowl of rice for 300 yen. The beef steak was cooked perfectly. There are two indoor baths and one open-air bath; however, the tubs are small and the area is surrounded by fencing, so it feels fairly standard. That said, perhaps due to the hot spring’s benefits, my skin felt smooth after bathing. Overall, with its great location just a 5-minute walk to the Sengokuhara Grassland Walking Trail and reasonable rates, it turned out to be a much better stay than expected—choosing Hakone Fuga was absolutely the right decision for this trip.

Check-in via tablet was smooth, and the service was just right, making the stay very comfortable. We were worried the meals might not be enough, but for our age group it was just the right amount and we finished almost everything. The food was delicious. The Room with a semi-open-air bath felt a bit small, but it was well cleaned and we had a pleasant stay.