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See why so many travellers make Gora Kadan their onsen ryokan of choice when visiting Hakone-machi. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a luxury setting with an array of amenities designed for travellers like you.
Rooms at Gora Kadan Hotel provide a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a minibar, and guests can stay connected with free wifi.
In addition, while staying at Gora Kadan Hotel guests have access to 24 hour front desk, room service, and a concierge. You can also enjoy a pool and breakfast. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Gora Kadan.
Nearby landmarks such as Hakuundo Chaen (0.3 mi) and Miyaginohayakawa River Bank (0.4 mi) make Gora Kadan Hotel a great place to stay when visiting Hakone-machi.
If you like Asian restaurants, Gora Kadan is conveniently located near Itoh Dining by NOBU, Gyoza Center, and Tamura Ginkatsutei.
Hakone-machi is also known for some great historic sites, including Hakone Shrine / Kuzuryu Shrine Singu, Hakone Sekisho and Hakone Sekisho Museum, and Buddhist Stoneworks at Motohakone, which are not too far from Gora Kadan.
We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Gora Kadan as you experience all of the things Hakone-machi has to offer.
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Drawn to this hotel to experience the traditional Japanese lifestyle,we were inspired and entertained by the flawless food service and old world ryokan. And this hotel has the best of it! Serene, pristine and spiritual, with architecture that is awe inspiring. Grand, open walkways, punctuated with towering doorways of stunning wood and metal. In the most breathtaking wooded mountainous countryside ! Staff were helpful and serious . And the food, expertly and gorgeously prepared and served.. These are the pros, but there are definitely some cons! We might have enjoyed a bit more warmth ! It is, after all a place to vacation, not a school for cultural induction. And, being seniors, my husband nearing 80 and I, being 78, felt the challenges were definitely problematic , even overwhelming! The meals served in the room were placed on a low lying table that made sitting on the floor, (albeit on a chair with a back and pillowed seat with an armrest), very, very hard!! Truly.! We aren’t used to sitting at ground level with our legs stretched out in front of us to dine. In fact, after around 15 minutes, both my feet fell asleep. The whole business was no laughing matter, but an ordeal that had us toppling over and grasping at anything near by to gain some traction and control of our limbs. The hotel needs to make more accommodations for elderly guests to make their stay enjoyable . We are not a accustomed to these kinds of lifestyle activities . And bedtime was another hassle, bending low to the ground to lie down , and then, struggling to get up again!! So we moved our breakfast trays to higher ground , a coffee table, even though the server kept pushing us to sit back on the ground. BUT: the food was exquisite and beautifully presented, at a Michelin star level.! Our problem also was with the person we spent the most time with who failed to properly familiarize us with the room’s facilities, such as where the light switches were located….so that at bedtime we were unable to turn off the lights and had to call for help. She was unhelpful though the other staff, especially Roy, took great pains to take care of us. As we sat in the lo lobby waiting for a car to take us to the train station , we overheard a couple of women, around our age, discussing these difficulties. One of them saying that she had never had back problems,before, but now, was having major back pain! !
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Understand that this ryokan embraces traditional Japan so the rooms are not at the pinnacle of 21st century luxury. Too many comments nitpicking at signs of age, etc and missing the bigger picture. Instead, appreciate their approach at providing a true Japanese experience. Wear their comfortable yukatas (changed daily) while enjoying a choice of meals (Western or Japanese for breakfast; sukiyaki, kaiseki, teppanyaki or shabu-shabu for dinner). The kaiseki meal was fantastic and; in hindsight, I wish I repeated it one more time during my 3-day stay. Spa facilities were great as was the private onsen. My dedicated hostess, Yoi, was very helpful explaining each dish/meal in English and caught on quickly that I loved their yuzu citron drink, which she brought without prompting with future dinners.
The ryokan was very quiet such that I barely noticed other guests. I did not visit the lounge but instead spent a lot of time in my private outdoor onsen, Suzukake room. It was so peaceful and pretty with the changing Fall leaves. I miss Japan already.
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Date of stay: November 2024
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Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip:Booked in March 2024 for November 2024 stay. Meals are scheduled within specific windows so be...
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I made a reservation about a year ago and stayed at Akatsuki.
I'm not sure if it's good value for money, but I was satisfied enough because I just wanted to relax a little luxuriously.
I changed the meal to three kinds of wagyu beef.
The advance announcement about this, the communication before the stay and the car entrance, the bad manners of the person in front of me (the previous customer tore a part of the bag containing cotton and cotton swabs and used only one cotton swab, and set it for us as it was. It was a very skillful and neatly shaped small hole, so it's understandable that they didn't notice. I wish they would notice, but everyone makes mistakes), etc., some of these were not just problems with the inn, but it's also true that there were some small mistakes that stood out.
The meal was within the acceptable range because there are not many restaurants in Tokyo that I like, even if they cost around 30,000 to 50,000 yen per person. (At this time of year, my favorite truffle rice is delicious, so it's more expensive than the accommodation fee here for Kadowaki-san)
It may have been related to the fact that I tried not to expect more than necessary because there were many bad reviews, but in a good way, my expectations were betrayed. Thanks to the pleasantness of the hot spring and the attentive hospitality of the waitresses, the above was not a big negative, and I had a pleasant stay. It almost felt like I was in a hot spring.
However, although I would have been satisfied with Akatsuki, I don't think I would return if I had stayed in a different room.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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My wife and I visited this hotel for a couple of nights in June 2024 as a part of the longer Japan sightseeing tour. I should caveat this review that I am an American and that my tastes may be different than that of others.
This is traditional Japanese Royukan nestled in the mountains about an hour outside of Tokyo. While I appreciate the traditional nature of the resort, it is incredibly expensive for what it is. At half the price, I would rate this 5 out of 5. These are Four Season like prices.
The room, while elegant, is in need of renovation, everything is fairly banged up. At this price, there really needs to be a modern shower, not just the outdoor shower, which wasn’t great.
I am not considering this in my review as it is part of the experience, but at least one normal size seating place would be nice.
Our room had an outdoor private Onsen that was lovely. We did not take advantage of the public Onsen, but it looked great. The mineral water is fantastic.
We were assigned a personal attendance, Shuteo, who was amazing. Give him a raise! He was able to bring us things we needed as we needed them.
The service outside of our attendant was just okay. We had a small negative experience with getting a car service from the train station - they double booked themselves and didn’t pick us up. Fortunately, it was a short walk.
At this price point, there really should a stocked mini bar and snacks in the room. The meals were good and diverse. The western breakfast was just okay but both dinners were excellent.
My wife got a massage through the spa that was great
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Walk from train station is very short
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Goran Kadan is a stylish traditional ryokan. We stayed for one night and very much enjoyed the Japanese style rooms and food - an extensive omakase meal served personally to us in our own private dining room. It’s probably part of the nature of such a hotel, but it all felt a little too regimented - what time we were to have our bath, when we could use the swimming pool, etc. we also felt like we had outstayed our welcome when we returned after a day’s sightseeing in the area to wait for our car and kept being asked when we were leaving. All in all a very special place, but perhaps - rightly or wrongly - we are used to a little more flexibility.
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:A little Japanese would be helpful
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We loved the Gora Kadan. We were looking for that rare hybrid resort- one that feels and is designed in modern Japanese style, caters to Western style luxuries, but has the amenities of a traditional Japanese ryokan/onsen. This is the place. The rooms, although traditional in style, had enough modern touches to keep it comfortable. The en-suite onsen bath is highly recommended. The in room dining was such a cool experience. You have your own helper/server.
The property was great- small but with enough areas to explore. The private spa and spa services were great. The location is walkable to the open air museum and the Gyoza Center (which was delicious). There is a house Mercedes that can take you around Gora, especially if it is raining. I would come back next time in Hakone!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Hakone is definitely worth a visit and I’m glad we stayed at a ryokan and visited the area. Gora Kadan was a nice luxurious stay with some minor imperfections worth noting. First, our suite with private outdoor onsen was beautiful outside and the privacy was great. The service in room with kaiseki dinner and breakfast was delicious and wonderful. The location near the outdoor art museum was great and the drive up the mountain was stunning.
As for the bad, the room and the resort itself are definitely outdated and showing their age. Not in a charming old fashioned way but like a 90s hotel needing a renovation way. The service standard overall was high, but there are a lot of rules and it felt like we were being scolded or shamed a few times. Not to mention you are not able to use any of the facilities before or after checkin and checkout which was also a first for me. I’d understand if it wasn’t so expensive, but it’d be nice to use the facilities for a few hours even if your room isn’t ready yet.
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Don’t arrive early or leave late
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A nice place to stay for 2 nights, but some parts of my stay left a negative impression on me. I informed the staff of a nut allergy as well as the fact that I don’t drink, yet I was served a nut dish with dinner and an alcoholic beverage that I wasn’t aware was alcoholic. There is also very little privacy in the room, with the front door to the room being see-through. Kids yelled every night for several hours which made it difficult to relax.
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Date of stay: January 2023
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I have been lucky to stay in a few nice hotels but I love this place and it is possibly my favourite. It is service beyond compare for me. The staff just get it right. It’s like staying with friends who just want to make you happy. They take you everywhere, sort out any issues, give you advice and just want you to have the most relaxing time possible. Dinner may not be that comfortable for ‘Westerners’ as eel etc is on the menu but it is fabulous quality which is clear and enables even the most unadventurous to have a go at it. Beautiful looking with a real old Japan feel, for my family of 5 (x3 children @ 12,15,16) it was the perfect choice. We had an interconnecting suite with a round private bath and private garden view, which was bliss. You get your own attendant at all times. If you are going to Hakone, go to this hotel if you can. Fab-u-lous
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:On arrival at Gora station call them and they will pick you up. We walked as we did not know....
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Wow! Fantastic hotel! Absolutely beautiful property, delicious food, and unparalleled service. We had two Japanese style rooms. The Matsu was on the second floor and had an outdoor tub. The Tsubaki was on the first floor and had a garden and sunken outdoor tub. It was a totally immersive experience – you remove your shoes to enter your room, then put on a Yukata to walk around the hotel. The kaiseki dinner is served in the room and is a multitude of delicious courses. Then slip into your sleeping Yukata and fall fast asleep on a comfortable futon mattress on the floor. Breakfast is another series of incredible courses. Don’t forget to pack your swimsuit to hit the onsen (hot spring pools)!
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Date of stay: April 2023
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The hotel provides free pick up from the Gora train station. You could probably arrange for pick up from Odawara for a fee. We departed from Odawara - it is a 35 minute drive from the hotel. Our tour guide arranged for the transfer.
They say it’s the coldest in February in Japan. But not as the other countries. I’m sure the snowy mountains will make a great view while soaking in the onsen bath.
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