Kangetsuen

Otofuke 42.93070900, 143.29948400 , Tokachigawa Onsenminami 14-2 (Show on Map)
8.1
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Summary of reviewsKangetsuen, located at Tokachigawa Onsen, offers guests a tranquil retreat with stunning views of the Tokachi River. The serene surroundings provide a perfect backdrop for relaxation, with nearby natural landmarks like the Tokachi Nature Center and Tokachigaoka Park appealing to nature enthusiasts. While the area of Otofuke lacks numerous attractions and dining options, the peaceful setting more than compensates, and the hotel offers a complimentary bus service for those wishing to explore Obihiro city.

The culinary experience at Kangetsuen receives positive feedback, particularly the breakfast, which features a diverse and varied selection of regional dishes in a beautiful setting. The buffet is praised for its abundance and freshness, enhanced by attentive service. Dinner options, though slightly mixed in opinion, generally provide a varied and satisfying experience with a choice between a set menu or buffet showcasing local flavors.

Accommodations at Kangetsuen seamlessly blend traditional and modern elements, with rooms boasting spaciousness, comfort, and captivating views. Many highlight the luxury of private outdoor hot spring baths, adding exclusivity to the stay. While there are occasional mentions of cleanliness issues, the overall upkeep of rooms is well-received, contributing to a comfortable retreat.

Cleanliness throughout the hotel is praised, with consistent maintenance ensuring a pleasant environment. The historical charm of the inn is complemented by clean and tastefully decorated rooms. Some minor issues with room size and specific facilities are noted, but they do not overshadow the generally high standards of cleanliness and comfort.

The staff at Kangetsuen earn widespread acclaim for their warmth, friendliness, and dedication to quality service. Their eagerness to assist enhances all aspects of the guest experience, from the front desk to the renowned onsen facilities. The team's accommodating and polite nature greatly contributes to making Kangetsuen a memorable destination. Overall, Kangetsuen stands out for its serene location, delightful breakfast experience, comfortable accommodations, and exceptional staff, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a peaceful retreat.
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Room Types
Japanese-Style Superior Room with Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking Boasting a private open-air hot spring bath, this room on the highest floor features tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding.

Junior Suite with Tatami Area and Open-Air Bath - Non-Smoking Boasting a private open-air hot spring bath, this room located on the highest floor features Western beds and futon mats on a tatami (woven-straw) area.

Japanese-Style Standard Room - River View Features tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. This family room has air conditioning and electric kettle.

Room with Tatami Area with Terrace Deck - River View - Non-Smoking The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds and 1 futon.

Room with Tatami Area & Self Foldings Moon View Bed - River View - Non-Smoking The triple room offers air conditioning, tatami, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds and 1 futon.

Japanese-Style Twin Room with Moon View Terrace and River View - Non-Smoking The twin room provides air conditioning, tatami, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

Room Selected At Check-In (1 Adult) Featuring free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The single room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as a flat-screen TV.

Room Selected at Check-In (2-5 Adults) Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The family room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 4 futons.

Standard Twin Room - Non-Smoking Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Japanese-Style Room with River View - Non-Smoking The spacious family room features air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The family room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as river views. The unit has 5 futons.

Modern Twin Room - River View - Non-Smoking The spacious twin room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 2 beds.

Modern Japanese-Style Room - River View - Non-Smoking The quadruple room features air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 4 futons.

Modern Room with Tatami Area - River View - Non-Smoking The twin room offers air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The twin room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as river views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Japanese-Style Twin Room with Open Air Bath - River View - Non-Smoking The private open-air bath is the standout feature of this twin room. Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned twin room features a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as river views. The unit has 2 futons.

Superior Japanese-Style Room KOUBAI - Non-Smoking The spacious family room provides air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The family room offers a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as river views. The unit offers 7 futons.

Superior Japanese-Style Room SHIRAYURI - Non-Smoking The spacious family room offers air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The family room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as river views. The unit offers 2 beds and 4 futons.

Japanese-Style Family Room - Non-Smoking Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a shared bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit has 10 futons.

Superior Japanese-Style Room - Non-Smoking The spacious quadruple room provides air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The quadruple room offers a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as garden views. The unit offers 4 futons.

Japanese-Style Junior Suite - River View SHION - Non-Smoking The spacious family room offers air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 4 futons.

Suite with Tatami Area with Moon View Bath & Private Sauna - Non-Smoking This family room's standout feature is the sauna. The spacious family room offers air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The family room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as river views. The unit offers 5 futons.

Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom Guests will have a special experience as the quadruple room offers a private open-air bath. The spacious quadruple room provides air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 2 beds and 2 futons.

Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom Guests will have a special experience as the quadruple room offers a private open-air bath. The spacious quadruple room features air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The quadruple room provides a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as river views. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.

Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom This quadruple room features a private open-air bath. The spacious quadruple room features air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 4 futons.

Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom Guests will have a special experience as the quadruple room offers a private open-air bath. The spacious quadruple room provides air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The quadruple room features a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as river views. The unit offers 4 futons.

Synchronized Twin Room with Tatami Area - Non-Smoking The spacious triple room provides air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The triple room features a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as river views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Room with Tatami Area with River View - Non-Smoking The spacious twin room provides air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as river views. The unit offers 2 beds and 1 futon.

Guest Reviews
8.1
Very Good
Location
Kangetsuen is nestled in a prime location at Tokachigawa Onsen, offering guests picturesque views of the Tokachi River. The serene surroundings promise a relaxing experience, with beautiful scenery visible from the rooms and even the guest bathroom. While the area of Otofuke may not boast a plethora of attractions or restaurants, the tranquility of the setting compensates for the lack of nearby activities or dining options. The hotel provides convenient access to natural landmarks such as the Tokachi Nature Center and Tokachigaoka Park, making it ideal for nature enthusiasts. Although slightly distant from Obihiro, visitors can easily travel to the city for daytime exploration, aided by a complimentary bus service from Takebroad bus station. Despite some parts of the surrounding area appearing worn down, Kangetsuen's advantageous position ensures guests enjoy the best of Tokachigawa Onsen's natural beauty.

Breakfast
Kangetsuen's breakfast experience comes highly recommended, offering guests a diverse and varied selection that suits a range of tastes. The breakfast buffet showcases regional dishes, guaranteeing freshness and a unique taste of local flavors. With many options available, the menu is both plentiful and delicious, ensuring guests have plenty to choose from each day. The venue itself enhances the experience, providing a beautiful setting to enjoy the meal. The service is praised for being attentive and excellent, adding extra value to the dining experience. While the buffet menu remains consistent throughout a stay, the variety it offers maintains its appeal, never feeling repetitive. Overall, Kangetsuen provides a delightful breakfast that stands out for its abundance and taste, ensuring a pleasant start to the day.

Dinner
The dinner experience at Kangetsuen offers a generally positive and varied culinary journey with several options that have left many guests satisfied. The buffet showcases a rich variety of dishes, including some unique to the Tokachi region, which seems to be a highlight for visitors seeking local flavors. Guests have appreciated the thoughtfully prepared meals and the ability to choose between a set dinner or buffet, with some praising the delicious and beautifully presented dinner courses.

However, there are mixed opinions regarding the quality and value of the dinner buffet. While the selection is good and varied, there is room for improvement in terms of food quality, and a welcome drink could enhance the dining experience. Despite some guests viewing the dinner as merely acceptable compared to breakfast, the overall experience seems to be positive, especially for those who appreciate the diverse offerings and the convenience of dining at the hotel in an area with limited dining options.

Rooms
Kangetsuen offers an intriguing blend of traditional and modern elements in its accommodations. Guests can savor staying in a traditional Japanese room with tatami mats, which often features an inviting outdoor bathtub or private hot spring bath. Many reviews highlight the spaciousness and comfort of these rooms, allowing visitors to relax while enjoying captivating views of the river and surrounding greenery.

The cleanliness and quality of the facilities have been positively received, with renovated interiors and decor earning praise. Guests often appreciate the calming experience of a hot spring bath directly in their room, adding an exclusive touch to their stay.

Despite occasional mentions of cleanliness issues, including unwelcome cockroaches, many find the rooms clean and the amenities excellent, particularly the hot spring water quality. Overall, Kangetsuen's rooms offer a comfortable and special retreat, especially for those seeking a private outdoor hot spring experience amidst serene natural beauty.

Cleanliness
Kangetsuen impresses with its dedication to cleanliness, receiving widespread praise for its well-maintained spaces. Despite the inn's historical charm, the rooms are consistently described as clean and comfortable, with attentive staff assisting in setting up traditional beds for an authentic experience. Guests appreciate the spaciousness in some rooms, complemented by amenities like capsule coffee and large water bottles. While there are minor issues, such as room size and age in certain instances, as well as some discomfort in the outdoor hot spring bath flooring, the overall cleanliness remains a standout feature for visitors seeking a pleasant stay.

Staff
Kangetsuen receives consistent praise for its exceptional staff, whose warmth and eagerness to assist leave a lasting impression on guests. Visitors frequently remark on the friendly nature of the team, underscoring their helpfulness and accommodating attitude towards ensuring a pleasant stay. The hotel staff earn accolades not only for their kindness but also for the excellent service they provide across various areas of the facility, including the renowned onsen. The diverse and polite team’s dedication to quality service is evident in their interactions with guests, enhancing the overall experience. Whether at the front desk or within the expansive public bath facilities, the staff's positive attitude plays a significant role in making Kangetsuen a memorable destination.


No, Kangetsuen doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Kangetsuen.

No, Kangetsuen doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Kangetsuen.

No, Kangetsuen doesn't have a gym.

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