HACIENDA KARUIZAWA

Because it was directly connected to the station, we stayed for two nights with breakfast only. I’ve stayed at many Accommodations and visit Karuizawa about once a year, but this trip was especially wonderful—we could enjoy shopping and dining at our own pace without worrying about time.Breakfast was delivered in a basket to the entrance after a knock, and it was plentiful and delicious. Being able to enjoy it at my own pace without watching the clock was the best.The Room interior and overall space were so relaxing that we lost track of time—unlike any Hotel I’ve ever experienced. The herbal bath and lounge were also spacious, with an impressive variety of drinks, allowing us to unwind comfortably.We visited for my husband’s birthday trip, and we truly appreciate that you prepared a celebratory gift for us. Thank you very much. We definitely plan to return.Lastly, since we sometimes re-wear outerwear such as jackets or shawls during our stay, it would be helpful if there were a deodorizing spray (like Febreze). The hand soap and body cream had great quality and fragrance, so something with a similar scent would be wonderful.

We stayed one night to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. Being directly connected to Karuizawa Station on the Shinkansen line made everything so easy—we left Tokyo in the early afternoon and before we knew it, we were already checking in. This time we deliberately didn’t plan any sightseeing and just relaxed at the hotel and nearby, and it turned out to be exactly the right choice.What surprised us most was that guests can use the neighboring shared lounge and bathhouse for free. It’s not just a “good deal”—it genuinely feels like a special perk. The lounge has lots of books about Karuizawa, and as my wife and I flipped through them with coffee in hand, we ended up deciding where to go the next day: “Shall we go here tomorrow?” On weekdays, you even get complimentary “I’m donut ?” donuts—almost unfairly blissful.The sauna at the bathhouse was also excellent: two types—an auto-löyly sauna and a stove sauna with a wonderful hinoki (Japanese cypress) aroma. The cold plunge was properly cold, and since it was a weekday, it felt almost private. If you love saunas and cold baths, this is heaven (the sauna temperature settings—and even the chiller temperature—are truly enthusiast-level).Our room was over 50 m²—spacious—with beautiful furniture throughout. My wife said, “I want to live here.” With details like the lobby fireplace too, I honestly thought it would be better to keep coming back here than buy a vacation home. Very much what you’d expect from The Conran (though if my wife decides she wants one… that’s another story).At night, the yakitori place inside T-SITE was fully booked so we couldn’t get in, but we walked to a restaurant near the station instead—and it ended up being nice in its own way because we could talk slowly together. Since this is a small property with only nine rooms, I recommend booking early—including for popular restaurants.More comfort than flashiness—a place we’d love to return to for future anniversaries.(The photo shows all of T-SITE—I was genuinely impressed that travel can be enjoyed this way.)