The property was close to the train and cable car - no need to climb any steep hill with baggage. The accommodation had shared bathroom facilities though this was fine as was the shared living and kitchen space. The futon beds on tatami mats on the floor were very comfortable and we had plenty of space for luggage and all. The property employees were very friendly and helpful. The property was very clean. View from our room and natural light. The area was quiet.

The front door banging as people came and went.

The property is so close to Gora station which is a starting point for the cable car ride to lake Ashi and there is a free bus to Pola art gallery . It has ensens nearby and a cafe across the road. Restaurants do close early in this area and many places were shut Tues night . The rooms are gorgeous warm and comfortable and the view from the roof of the mountains is lovely. It has steps and no lift but the host helped us with our luggage .the convenience of this place to gora station was great . The view from our room was lovely .

The room was large and comfortable. Facilities were shared but clean and suitable. Location was amazing. The staff are happy to keep your bags after check out while you explore before leaving Gora.

The shared bathroom became very busy in the AM and as it was all in one greater room (toilet, washing machine, shower) it made it difficult to use any of those facilities while someone else was in there. One reception team member was very accommodating and despite our language barrier we were able to check in and out with ease. Another staff member could have been a little more friendly.

Extremely easy to find, room was clean and toiletries provided. Basic accomodation in Japanese setting. Other than below remark re bathroom, it was good and everything had a fresh clean smell and lovely hot water running.

We had to exit the room to a terrace to shower or go to the bathroom. The outside temperature was quite cold 6°C. So if you wake up in the night to go to bathroom, ask for an inside room close to the bathroom.

We loved the pool and ping pong tables. Great location close to the train station and cable car. Easy to do laundry and helpful staff. Nice rooftop terrace. We can recommend taking the stairs down to Miyagino and the superb Tokyo sushi. We also loved the beautiful onsen Yuryo a few stops away with the train. Lots of locals and you can combine your bath with a nice dinner.

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This is a perfect location. Very close to Gora Station with access to the railway to and from Hakone- Yamoto and cable trains up the mountain. The views from the rooftop terrace are fantastic. Easy walk to the Open Air Museum and Gora Park. All this plus a real authentic Japanese style room and experience. The welcome is friendly and thorough..be prepared to take off your outdoor shoes in the room. If you want to kick back and relax in the peaceful Japanese countryside after some city touring, this is ideal.

The toilets and shower are shared on each floor but it really wasn't a problem as they were never busy.

The room was good, the price was very reasonable and the location near Gora Station was fantastic

The bathroom and toilets were fine but they are in the main building rather than in the room, so it was a little awkward to have to leave your room to go to the bathroom or to the toilet, other than that it was good

Beautiful tradition rooms with futons, clean facilities, cosy common area and rooftop chill out space with gorgeous views. Good location,close to the station and a few restaurants. Friendly staff.

Our second night was restless as we could hear Japanese people partying downstairs in the billiards and table tennis room. The noise went on until at least 2am, however it does say that the room closes at 10pm. It’s unfortunate but hopefully it’s just a one off.

The hostel has everything you need,  rooms are good, common places are very good, it’s very near the train station, they were very helpful and nice.

We felt that the place has a lot of potential, it is lacking a bit of love, there are strange smells at some areas, everything seem a little old and not taken care of. The place is beautiful and hakone is beautiful, but they could improve a lot compared to Japan standard. Maybe prices should go down because of this and when they improve the structure, they could rise them again.

The staff was very friendly, room was clean and really enjoyed the Japanese type room! The shared facilities (kitchen / washroom / other) were very nice and stylish. Absolutely loved the rooftop terrace, that was our highlight!

Everything was very good