1505-3 Higashitanaka, Gotemba, Shizuoka 412-0026, Japan After spending an entire day at Gotemba Premium Outlets, Dormy Inn Gotemba was the perfect place to crash for the night. The hotel's proximity to the outlets meant we could literally shop till we dropped without worrying about a long drive back. the hotel is modern, fuss-free and packed with little perks that make the stay enjoyable. Easy Parking for Self-Drive Travellers One thing we immediately appreciated was the huge parking lot . Plenty of space, easy access and absolutely no stress finding a spot after returning from a shopping marathon. For anyone doing a self-drive trip around the Fuji area, that's a big plus. The Room The biggest highlight of the room? A king-size bed. This was actually the first hotel during our trip where we got to enjoy a proper king-size bed, and after days of travelling and walking, it felt amazing to spread out and sleep comfortably. The room was spacious, clean, functional and had everythin...
10 Azagawa, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0303, Japan Checking into Ubuya felt like a small achievement in itself. The ryokan is notoriously difficult to book due to its the picture stunning views of Mount Fuji rising above Lake Kawaguchi. After all, the ryokan is designed so that every room faces the mountain and lake. , so I was really looking forward to this stay. Unfortunately, we arrived during a period when the property was undergoing renovations (we are pre-notified during booking). As a result, many of the facilities were unavailable. During our stay, the main facilities we could access were the onsen and massage chairs. The good thing was that despite the ongoing works, we could hardly hear any renovation noise at night, so it didn't affect our sleep or overall comfort. One thing that stood out during check-in was the service. After parking our car at the designated car park, staff personally drove us to the hotel. The service remained excell...