We stayed for one night at Gora Kadan in late March '23 and it was fabulous. The level of service was extraordinary from arrival to departure and the ryokan itself is really stunning. Our room was the largest we have ever had in Japan, with a serene view of a private Japanese garden. We didn't have a private onsen (some rooms do) but that was fine as the public onsen are fabulous, with both indoor and outdoor bathing, separate facilities for men and women. The room service from our wonderful "room assistant" was excellent, she was so professional and sweet. We had a 9 course kaiseki dinner in the room and a large traditional Japanese breakfast the next morning. We also hung out in the bar during the evening in our yukata, sipping whiskey and admiring the surrounding nature through floor to ceiling windows. The futon beds were very comfortable, we slept like babies. After breakfast the next day it was an easy 10 minute walk to the Hakone open air art museum (a must!) and when we were finished at the museum the hotel dropped our bags to us at the train station so we wouldn't have to schlepp them. We don't normally spend this kind of money on hotels, it was a splurge for u. But when you factor in the incredible meals and personalized service Gora Kadan feels completely worth it and a great highlight of our trip.
Food and service were among the best I've ever experienced! Absolutely perfect for a quick getaway from Tokyo.
We were assigned a personal attendant throughout our stay - taking care of our meals, shiatsu massage, and transportation. Our room, with private patio and outdoor hot spring Ofuro, was super spacious and comfortable. The meals were all excellent. The public outdoor Ofuro were also fantastic in setting and in size.
This was an exceptional experience, in a japanese-style room with its own outdoor onsen in a private garden. Quiet, peaceful lush hillside (with occasional quiet sounds of the local railway climbing into town at slow speeds), the Kadan surpassed all expectations. From the exceptional meals, included (half-board), to the attentive service, the public onsen, the private onsen off the bedroom, nothing could be improved. For our one afternoon, evening, and morning, We skipped using the gym, and instead went for massages, which was a great choice.
Located in Gora within a short walk of Hakone Open Air Museum, Gora Kadan is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Hakone Kowakien Yunessun. This 39-room ryokan has free breakfast along with conveniences like a full-service spa and an indoor pool.
Start your day off right with a free full breakfast, served each morning from 8 AM to 10 AM. This ryokan is home to a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Savor a meal from the comfort of your room with room service.
50-inch TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include private yards, refrigerators, and minibars. Change of towels is available on request.
At Gora Kadan, guests enjoy a full-service spa, a nightclub, and an indoor pool. There's free valet parking and a free train station shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this hot springs ryokan include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space.
We stayed for one night at Gora Kadan in late March '23 and it was fabulous. The level of service was extraordinary from arrival to departure and the ryokan itself is really stunning. Our room was the largest we have ever had in Japan, with a serene view of a private Japanese garden. We didn't have a private onsen (some rooms do) but that was fine as the public onsen are fabulous, with both indoor and outdoor bathing, separate facilities for men and women. The room service from our wonderful "room assistant" was excellent, she was so professional and sweet. We had a 9 course kaiseki dinner in the room and a large traditional Japanese breakfast the next morning. We also hung out in the bar during the evening in our yukata, sipping whiskey and admiring the surrounding nature through floor to ceiling windows. The futon beds were very comfortable, we slept like babies. After breakfast the next day it was an easy 10 minute walk to the Hakone open air art museum (a must!) and when we were finished at the museum the hotel dropped our bags to us at the train station so we wouldn't have to schlepp them. We don't normally spend this kind of money on hotels, it was a splurge for u. But when you factor in the incredible meals and personalized service Gora Kadan feels completely worth it and a great highlight of our trip.
Food and service were among the best I've ever experienced! Absolutely perfect for a quick getaway from Tokyo.
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We were assigned a personal attendant throughout our stay - taking care of our meals, shiatsu massage, and transportation. Our room, with private patio and outdoor hot spring Ofuro, was super spacious and comfortable. The meals were all excellent. The public outdoor Ofuro were also fantastic in setting and in size.
This was an exceptional experience, in a japanese-style room with its own outdoor onsen in a private garden. Quiet, peaceful lush hillside (with occasional quiet sounds of the local railway climbing into town at slow speeds), the Kadan surpassed all expectations. From the exceptional meals, included (half-board), to the attentive service, the public onsen, the private onsen off the bedroom, nothing could be improved. For our one afternoon, evening, and morning, We skipped using the gym, and instead went for massages, which was a great choice.
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