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Posted on Nov 7, 2025
Lindaxiaolingzi
During the recent three-day autumn foliage season, rooms in Nikko were extremely difficult to book, especially balcony rooms with views of Nantaiyama and Chuzenji Lake. This time, I checked in at noon and requested an upgrade to a lake view room, and luckily, one became available on the 5th floor, the top floor. The balcony of the room offered a breathtaking lake view! Although the price was high, it was truly amazing!
Environment: Prime location near Chuzenji Lake, with its own dedicated station. The pier, lakeside, and Kegon Falls are all within walking distance.
Service: Top-notch. From check-in to introductions, turndown service, and breakfast the next day, the staff were impeccably at home! They now offer twice-daily shuttle service from Nikko Station. Truly fantastic!
Facilities: Complete with all amenities, including a private onsen (hot spring), and state-of-the-art bathing and skincare facilities.
Cleanliness: Spotless, and the public areas are impeccably beautiful.
Staying here is like living inside an oil painting, except for the price. But this is just one example! The purpose of making money is to achieve Ritz-Carlton freedom.
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Price per night from:£577
Posted on Apr 17, 2025|Japanese/Western-Style Room With Garden & Open-Air Bath (2 Beds, Ginryu Type, Main Building)
Guest UserExcellent staff, location and facilities. We enjoyed the food and the private hot tub on our balcony. All of the staff were very friendly, and went above and beyond with any request.
Just avoid getting a massage. The masseuse was horrible. She had my wife keep her robe on and then covered her with towels before roughly rubbing her. She ended up with rug burns on her feet and a kinked neck. If you can avoid that disaster you will have a wonderful time here.
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Price per night from:£327
Posted on Feb 7, 2026
Tengyuandoufudian07
The service was warm and attentive, and the hotel facilities were well-maintained and thoughtfully designed. If you're not driving, be sure to book the shuttle bus. The buffet dinner was definitely a highlight. Personally, I found the tatami somewhat firm.
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Price per night from:£132
Posted on Nov 1, 2025
Guest User
My first time visit to Japan and I was after an authentic Japanese accommodation. I booked a Japanese Style room with futon beds which were very comfortable. The room was beautiful and very clean. My booking also included breakfast and dinner which were always outstanding, beautifully prepared and unique food items. They utilized farm to table dining and the women explained each item served. They provided and encouraged one to wear Kimonos’s /tabi socks / slippers during one’s stay at, “ Nikko Iwaiyado Juyan “. Which further contributed to the authentic Japanese vibe. Indoor and outdoor hot tubs were amazing. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again. The hotel is nestled within mountains and the setting serene. Hotel is family owned and they take pride in caring for their guests.
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Price per night from:£105
Posted on Dec 10, 2025
Guest UserHotel has a nice onsen (indoor and outdoor). Staff are helpful. When requsted for a fruit knife, i am impressed that staff handed to me in a second. Room was spacious and all of us slept so well. Room was totally quiet . No sound from cars, electrical stuff . We drove a rental car there and theres free parking opp the hotel .
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Price per night from:£69
Posted on Feb 24, 2026
Guest User
I read the mixed reviews and was concerned about my choice, particularly those which highlighted some concerns on the service, etc. Generally, it's an acceptable hotel. We met friendly and very helpful foreign staff who were sincere. I think mainly because all the staff has to multi-task from the front desk to meals etc, they may not appear very attentive. But we had a good experience with the foreign staff so far, particularly Adihadara. I am not sure if I spelt his name correctly. I call him ”Adi” in short. He was eager to help my husband with our luggage and took note of our preference for a table at the window for our meals. The property does appear aged and some apparent wear and tear but their effort to maintain it at this level of general acceptable look and feel is commendable. At the end of our two nights stay, we did have an enjoyable time to chill and relax at the hotel.
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Price per night from:£77
Posted on Mar 15, 2026
Steve Siauw
One of the worst locations at Kinugawa Onsen area. Hidden in the mountain, no significantly beautiful view. Despite we need to pay for ”Hoshino Resort price”, unlike other cheaper hotels, we need to PAY for TAXI ourselves and getting a taxi during new year time is a terribly painful. Hotel staff lack of initiatives getting us cab instead we need to open different apps and such ... and on the way back the following day we ended up walking for 20 mins by ourselves .... Food is ok, onsen is ok, cleanliness ok, but nothing super ordinary. You can pay attention to details in decorations and inhouse services, but you can't pay attention to one of the most obvious services you HAVE TO provide to your guests, Hoshino ---- shuttle service .......
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Price per night from:£226
Posted on Apr 20, 2026
Guest User
Great hotel only if you travel by car. If so, it is the best night I stayed in this trip. the private garage is awesome. The kitchen is there but pretty much for warming up your food rather than cooking as you need to have oil and seasoning yourself. Still again it is one of the best place to stay in my trip. love it.
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Price per night from:£62
Posted on Sep 8, 2025|Japanese-Style Double Room with Private Open-Air Bath (Raised Tatami Area & Futons) Non Smoking
Guest UserAs mentioned in other reviews, both breakfast and dinner were a bit underwhelming. For dinner, I ordered the 100% beef hamburger and Mexican salad. The salad was delicious, and the burger was wonderfully meaty. Breakfast consisted of scrambled eggs, ham and sausage, salad, and yogurt. The sesame bread was delicious. However, the coffee was lukewarm and undrinkable.
The public bath felt quite small; it gets crowded quickly with just five people. A group of seniors had monopolized it, chatting loudly, so I just quickly washed up, spent about 5 minutes in the outdoor bath, and left. Such a pity! With no other option, I was able to relax in the private bath on the balcony, enjoying the hazy moonlight. The shuttle bus service was convenient.
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Price per night from:£55
Posted on Nov 18, 2024
Saki
About a year ago
When I stayed here, the Sri Lankan woman who helped me remembered me ✨
Thank you so much for taking my circumstances into consideration and helping me ✨
The tranquility of Oku-Nikko suits me perfectly ✨
I will stay here again
Thank you very much ✨
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Price per night from:£44