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Otaki-ku Kitayuzawa Onsen-cho 300-2 (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsMidorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa provides an exceptional escape into nature, celebrated particularly for its tranquil location nestled amidst mountains. The picturesque surroundings contribute to a peaceful ambiance, ideal for relaxation. Despite its remote location posing challenges due to limited access to local amenities, many guests appreciate the retreat-like feel, embracing the escape from urban distractions.
The resort excels in offering a delightful culinary experience, with widespread acclaim for its buffet-style meals. The breakfast, featuring fresh sashimi, tempura, and a diverse spread of dishes, is frequently praised for its quality and variety. Although some guests wish for more seafood options and variety in the dinner menu, the culinary offerings generally exceed expectations and complement the resort experience, further enhanced by daily fireworks displays.
Guest accommodations are notably spacious and clean, often featuring tatami mats and offering views of the surrounding natural beauty, adding a traditional touch. While there are some concerns about aging facilities, particularly the bathrooms, the overall quality and comfort of the rooms contribute positively to guest experiences, enhanced by exemplary staff service. The staff at Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa are consistently praised for their attentiveness and friendliness, fostering a welcoming and efficient environment.
The cleanliness of the resort is generally well-regarded, extending from the rooms to the inviting hot spring areas. The resort's spacious and well-maintained facilities are appreciated, despite sporadic reports of insufficient cleaning in some areas. The beds generally provide a cozy sleeping experience, though minor issues with bedding are occasionally noted.
Encapsulating a sense of luxury, the resort blends high-quality accommodations with the serene beauty of nature. The onsen stands out, offering an engaging and indulgent experience amid natural surroundings. The combination of superior service, comfort, and tranquil natural beauty makes Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa a perfect haven for relaxation and rejuvenation, ensuring guests leave with cherished memories of their stay. Show more
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Room Types
Standard Room with Tatami Area - Non-SmokingOffering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as mountain views. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
Premium Room with Tatami Area - Non-SmokingFeaturing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as mountain views. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
Executive Room with Tatami Area with Hot spring bath - Non-SmokingOffering free toiletries and bathrobes, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as mountain views. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
Luxury Room Selected at Check-In - Non-SmokingThe room will be either a Japanese-style room or a room with a tatami area.
Standard Room Selected at Check-in - Disability Access - Non-SmokingThe room will be either a twin room (max occupancy 2) or a room with tatami area (max occupancy 4).
Premium Twin Room - Disability Access - Non-smokingProviding free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds.
【Female Only】Premium Triple Room with Shower - Non-SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned triple room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as mountain views. The unit offers 3 beds.
【Female Only】Premium Triple Room with Shower - SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned triple room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as mountain views. The unit has 3 beds.
【Female Only】Twin Room with Shower - Non-SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Baby Room - Non-SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds.
【Kaiseki Dinner】Executive Room with Tatami Area with Hot spring bath - Non-SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as mountain views. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
【Kaiseki Dinner】Executive Room with Tatami area with Hot spring bath - SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as mountain views. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
【Kaiseki Dinner】Luxury Room Selected at Check-In - Non-SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as mountain views. The unit has 6 futons.
【Kaiseki Dinner】Premium Room with Tatami Area - Non-SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds and 2 futons.
【Kaiseki Dinner】Premium Room with Tatami Area - SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds and 2 futons.
【Kaiseki Dinner】【Female Only】Premium Triple Room with Shower - Non-SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned triple room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as mountain views. The unit offers 3 beds.
【Female Only】Premium Triple Room with Shower - SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned triple room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as mountain views. The unit has 3 beds.
【Kaiseki Dinner】【Female Only】Premium Triple Room with Shower - SmokingThe spacious air-conditioned triple room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as mountain views. The unit has 3 beds.
【Kaiseki Dinner】Standard Room with Tatami Area - Non-SmokingThe air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as mountain views. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
Guest Reviews
8.7
Very Good
Location
Nestled in the mountains, Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa offers a serene retreat in a beautiful setting. The surrounding scenery is remarkably picturesque, enveloped by nature, which contributes to an overall sense of peace and tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of more commercialized areas. While its remote location might pose challenges for those without private transportation, it is also part of the charm, providing guests with a magical escape from urban distractions. Ideal for relaxation, the resort features a unique hot spring experience, where the male and female sections alternate daily, adding an interesting twist. Some visitors find the location inconvenient due to a lack of nearby stores or restaurants, with the nearest convenience shop a considerable walk away. Despite being a bit old, the resort maintains its allure, though some guests suggest that renovations could enhance its aesthetic appeal. Overall, Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa exemplifies a tranquil getaway, particularly ideal for short stays, where the beauty of nature can truly be appreciated amidst peace and quiet.
Breakfast
Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa offers a delightful culinary experience, especially when it comes to their breakfast offerings. Guests frequently praise the fresh and delicious food, which is served in buffet style, allowing diners to indulge in a variety of dishes. The buffet setup is highly appreciated and is noted for its neat presentation and abundance of choices, featuring an impressive spread that includes fresh sashimi, tempura, noodles, and a selection of Chinese and Western dishes.
While the breakfast is generally well-received, some guests mention a desire for more variety, despite being satisfied overall with the abundance and quality of options available. The serving time for breakfast might feel a bit short for some, and the buffet area can be somewhat crowded at times. Despite these minor concerns, the buffet significantly exceeds expectations, with scheduling efforts helping to manage crowd flow efficiently.
In addition to the delicious meals, guests enjoy the daily fireworks display, which adds a unique touch to the resort experience. Although some find the dinner menu less impressive compared to breakfast, featuring a decent variety but lacking certain seafood options like crab, oyster, or scallop. Overall, Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa provides a satisfying and varied culinary experience that leaves guests feeling well-fed and content.
Dinner
Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa offers a dining experience that is largely praised by its guests for its satisfying and delicious menus. Both dinner and breakfast are served in buffet style, which is highly appreciated by many visitors for its variety and the ability to see chefs preparing dishes in front of them. Freshness and quality seem to be consistent themes, with particular mentions of the beef stew and red wine braised beef being highlights. Most guests find the meals to be creatively prepared and very tasty, with some noting that the buffet greatly exceeded their expectations. However, some guests express that the dinner buffet could offer more seafood options and variability, as the offerings are somewhat repetitive each day. Despite these criticisms, the overall dining experience, enhanced by the hotel's beautiful accommodations and hot springs, is regarded as a satisfying and enjoyable aspect of staying at the resort.
Rooms
Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa offers a predominantly positive room experience for guests, characterized by spaciousness and cleanliness. Many reviews highlight the rooms as being large, well-equipped, and comfortable, providing a pleasant stay with nice views of the surrounding mountains. The availability of tatami mats adds a traditional touch that some guests appreciate, even opting to use futons instead of beds at times.
However, there are notable points regarding the age of some facilities. The bathrooms in particular seem to be a common area of concern, described as old, small, and occasionally suffering from unpleasant odors. Despite these shortcomings, some guests have noted that the size and cleanliness of their rooms exceeded expectations and contributed positively to their stay.
Overall, guests find the accommodations reasonable and adequate, with the spaciousness often being mentioned as a standout feature. Cleanliness generally meets guests' standards, although a few instances of dust and a musty smell are noted. While the resort could improve on modernizing certain aspects, particularly the bathroom facilities, the quality of the rooms largely contributes to a satisfying stay.
Beds
Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa offers guests a cozy and comfortable sleep experience, with most reviews highlighting the coziness of the beds. Many guests enjoyed comfortable beds, although there were occasional mentions of sagging mattresses and the need for upgraded bedding. Some guests noted discomfort with pillows and blankets, but the overall sentiment towards the beds remains positive for a relaxing sleep. While there are minor concerns about bed sheets appearing wrinkled, the warm and inviting ambiance of the sleeping area generally receives appreciation.
Cleanliness
Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa receives mixed reviews regarding its cleanliness, but positive aspects certainly shine through. Guests appreciate the spacious and tidy hotel rooms, explaining that both the hot spring area and the private onsen are impressively clean and contribute to a wonderful experience. The resort's cleanliness extends to the facilities, which also receive commendation. Visitors note that the staff demonstrates good service, maintaining a clean environment and even keeping left-behind guests' belongings safe. However, some guests did encounter issues, with reports of insufficient cleaning in areas such as the bathroom, windows, and room interiors detracting from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the clean and spacious accommodations, coupled with the inviting onsen areas, offer guests aspects to enjoy during their stay.
Staff
The staff at Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa have received extensive praise for their professionalism and attentiveness, with many guests highlighting their friendliness and accommodating nature. Guests frequently mention how engaging and lively the staff are, providing excellent service with refreshing smiles that uplift the atmosphere. Despite a few mentions of unfriendly service at the front desk and inexperienced responses, the overall impressions are positive, showcasing how the staff's quick and efficient customer service leaves a lasting impact. They are praised for their helpfulness, whether it's guiding guests politely or going the extra mile to secure last-minute shuttle bus tickets. Their courteous and kind demeanor contributes significantly to a pleasant hotel experience, enhancing the time guests spend at the resort.
Luxury
Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa offers an experience marked by luxury and tranquility, seamlessly blending high-quality accommodations with natural beauty. The rooms are well-furnished, ensuring a comfortable and lavish stay that guests find truly luxurious. The highlight for many is the onsen, which not only stands out for its amazing quality but also offers a unique twist with daily changes in the male and female sections. Surrounded by nature and free from commercial distractions, the outdoor hot springs provide a natural, peaceful retreat. The resort's superb services further enhance the sense of indulgence, making it a great place to relax and unwind. Set in a large facility immersed in nature, guests enjoy a perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and serene natural beauty.
No, Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa.
No, Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa.
No, Midorinokaze Resort Kitayuzawa doesn't have a gym.