This is a great 'four star' modern hotel used almost exclusively by Japanese people with very few Western tourists. Every room has an excellent view of Mt Fuji and each has a open bath on the veranda fed by the hot springs. This is in addition to a fully functioning and adequate bathroom. The bedroom it self is slightly larger than many Japan rooms and has storage facilities. You can literally wake up on the morning and look at Mt Fuji whilst still in bed (provided of course that the mountain is not covered in cloud!) The hotel utilises hot springs not only for its more public Onsen, but also four small private Onsens, in different themes, for those that wish to be more discrete. These are ideal for one/two people. They are all on a first come, first served basis. We tried both the public and private and they were an excellent cultural experience. The hotel is some distance for the main train station and the hotel, like many others runs a shuttle service. This shuttle ends at 6pm, so if you want to stay out you need to finds your own away back. For this reason, the hotel is based around half board (breakfast and dinner) in the restaurant. The breakfast was an extensive buffet style approach which was very good. Dinner was quite an experience. You can have either Japanese or Western style meal at tone of two set time settings. The food was quite exceptional. It's basically similar to a good seven course 'tasting menu.' We stayed for two nights and the food was different each night, but equally as good.

This is nothing to do directly to the hotel, however. There is a bar, but as this is generally overlooked by Japanese people, who go to bed very early, there is no life (or people ) in the bar. You need to be prepared to retire early after dinner, or go to the Onsen.

So many great things to say about this place. We absolutely loved the view of Mt Fuji - both from the room and the public spaces. The place itself is very well maintained and the rooms were very comfortable and spacious. So many bath options to choose from between the in-room bath, private baths (e.g. bamboo bath, mosaic tile bath), and public baths and saunas. Nice little touches like free wine in the lounge, free probiotic drinks while going to the baths, and free shuttles to and from the station. Highly recommend the breakfast if staying here. Would definitely stay here again!

Everything at this hotel was so special! We really enjoyed our night as a couple, and this stay had exceeded our expectations in many ways from the shuttle service which was very convenient and well organized to the check in with all the welcome drinks and wines, the full course dinner with the view of Fuji was jaw dropping!!!! The room was so beautiful we had taken the one with the private bath on our balcony. A lot of staff were able to communicate in english, which made many transactions easier. The 5 different onsens were truly a good highlight of our stay. Would highly recommend this place and would definitely come back again.

Unparalleled view of Mt Fuji in the lobby, in our room's balcony and bath! Charming European countryside inspired interior. Good balance of color, space and flow. I particularly like the color schemes of the bedroom and the tiles of the vanity sink and the ofuro bath. Well heated all throughout in the hotel. The private onsens were an interesting experience. Breakfast buffet had a large selection of food and drinks. The houtou was amazing! Staff were warm and very helpful. Free coffee & welcome drinks and afternoon snacks in the lobby. Check out at 11AM. Ample time to lounge in your room after breakfast. Free shuttle bus to and from Kawaguchiko Station.

I don't particularly dislike the remote location but no garden or library to explore. The private onsens need to be renovated and refreshed. Sometimes the onsen water doesn't free flow. French course dinner was a mixed bag. The hors d'oeuvres & dessert were fantastic but other than that it was so-so. Needs a variety of snacks such as otsumami, mini pies or quiches in the lobby.

The hotel was very nice, with a lovely European aesthetic. They have very nice public baths, which are large and offer fantastic views of Mt. Fuji. We personally didn't use the public baths, but we did have a look at what they were like. Additionally, they also have private baths with a variety of themes to enjoy, which again, we just had a look at. We stayed in one of their best rooms, which has a private hot tub available on the balcony of the room, which also offers fantastic views of Mt. Fuji. That is why we opted to not use the public baths during our stay. The room itself was very nice and cosy, sticking to the European aesthetic of the hotel as a whole. Everything was tidy and clean, and the furniture; comfortable. The staff adhered to my special request, and made great effort in carrying it out. For breakfast, they have the usual Japanese onsen hotel buffet set-up. The food was all very nice, and there were both plenty of options and plenty available for guests. The dinner was not too bad, as the food was perfectly fine in flavour, and was well presented. However, it lacked the 'Wow Factor' as they stuck to purely local, seasonal ingredients, which is perfectly fine. But for the atmosphere they are aiming for, that of a fancy French restaurant, it didn't quite hit the mark. The available amenities were very nice, as they offered a variety of "free" items, including wine during a specific time period, as well as ramen for a late night snack/guests arriving to the hotel late at night. Additionally, during the daytime, there are hot drinks available. Overall, I highly recommend the hotel, especially for couples.

Nothing to say in regards to dislikes. For the room, a purely minor thing, that being some dust on the top of the sliding door going into the bathroom. It was likely pulled free from in-between the door and frame and wall. For those looking to get out and about around Kawaguchiko's town, it's not a very convenient location. However, they do have a free shuttle bus, which is great. If you are looking to just hangout around the hotel and relax, or go for walks around the local parks and along the lakeside, it's a wonderful location.

loved the view from the lobby, breakfast, room size was spacious, open air bath on the patio, view of the lake and mountain from the room. it exceeded my expectations because the view was fabulous, and i was nervous that the images of the 'room' had so many variations i was scared i wouldnt get a private bath view of the volcano, but when we walked into the room I was so happy! it was clear and beautiful each morning and night to sit in the bath and just stare at the view. It was a perfect place to get away from the busy city and just relax in nature

the location is up a hill, its nice so it looks down of the area and feels secluded. however to walk to/from the property to the lake area for the momiji festivities was a bit difficult. the area is very gorgeous with nature but along with that was big scary spiders, and i am scared of spiders so i did not enjoy that

The view of Mt. Fuji was absolutely amazing from our balcony. And the private onsens were amazing and we were all able to use them. They even give you clothing for the insen and provide popsicles in the spa area for free. And they also have free amenities to use as needed near the spa area. Finally the breakfast was definitely worth the extra money because it had both traditional and western breakfast buffet that was spectacular.

Transportation to and from the hotel wasnt the easiest. We had to use taxis since it was up the hill but they do provide a shuttle service when we wanted to leave for free. We didn't end up getting the dinner which looked good but bad a lot of pork in it and since we didn't order early they couldn't change the menu to accommodate, but we got wonderful beef cutlet in the city so we don't think we missed much and honestly the dinner was overpriced.

Our stay at La Vista FujiKawaguchiko was truly unforgettable. The hotel is situated in an exceptionally peaceful and picturesque location, offering breathtaking views of Mount Fuji right from the room. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed — the check-in process was very fast, and the staff were extremely courteous and friendly. Prior to our arrival, the hotel staff kindly arranged a shuttle bus reservation for us. The shuttle operates several times a day between Kawaguchiko Station and the hotel, making access very convenient. This small but thoughtful gesture immediately set the tone for a highly attentive and hospitable service throughout our stay. The hotel lobby features a charming little shop, a 24-hour coffee machine, and during specific times, complimentary desserts and wine are served — a delightful touch that made us feel pampered. Our room was exceptional: traditional yet luxurious, with an electric fireplace adding a cozy atmosphere. The private open-air bath on the balcony, overlooking Mount Fuji, was an extraordinary experience. The hotel thoughtfully provides comfortable pajamas, which guests are encouraged to wear not only in their rooms but also while visiting the restaurant and spa areas — a unique and relaxing custom that adds to the homely and welcoming ambiance of the hotel. La Vista FujiKawaguchiko exceeded all our expectations. Every detail, from the stunning decor to the attentive service, was perfectly designed to create an atmosphere of pure relaxation and enjoyment. In conclusion, we wholeheartedly recommend La Vista FujiKawaguchiko to anyone seeking an exceptional, serene, and authentic Japanese hospitality experience with unforgettable views of Mount Fuji.

As for breakfast, although the selection was wide and varied, some dishes did not exactly match our personal taste. However, this is a minor subjective point and did not affect our overall impression — we were always able to find something satisfying to eat.

We were lucky enough to get two days with Mt Fuji views, which were amazing both from the lobby and our room. Lovely amenities provided like bath salts and pajamas. The shuttle to the transit station was a pleasant surprise, as we had not seen it advertised when booking! Plenty of breakfast options, both western-style and Japanese-style (we preferred the Japanese options!). In addition to the private bath on our balcony, we enjoyed the private onsens!

The shuttle only runs until early evening, so you are on your own for getting back to the hotel at that point, and it is a bit of a hike up the hill if you are walking.

The private onsens and balcony bathtub were definitely the highlights of this place. We used both of these multiple times everyday, especially on days where it was snowing and/or raining and there was nothing much to do outdoor. The private onsens operated 24 hours so you can use it anytime you’d liked. The staffs were also nice and helpful throughout our stay.

It was located rather far out from downtown so you will have to walk for 20 mins or so to get to the nearest restaurant or bus station. It was totally fine for us to walk plus the hotel does offer free shuttle services that bring you to the central station.