Rakuyu
4-star · Fujikawaguchiko, Japan
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- Bad reviews
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- Price
- $251 a nightabout 14% more than other 4-star hotels in Fujikawaguchiko.
- Where
- 1 km from the centreIn Fujikawaguchiko
Keep in mind: Steep awkward access.
What guests say
Guests loveFree-flow sake hour · Lake-view baths · Huge rooms
Keep in mindSteep awkward access · No lift · Limited parking
Best forcouples · view seekers
Atop a steep slope with tight lanes and tight parking — and no lift — Rakuyu rewards the climb with huge-by-Japan rooms facing the lake, a public onsen with a view, bookable private baths. A lounge covers breakfast, afternoon snacks and small dinner bites, plus a free-flow cocktail hour of sake and choya guests call a must-buy.
- Rooms
- Huge rooms with lake views.
- Service
- Attentive multi-tasking front desk.
- Location
- Steep hilltop; tight lanes and parking.
- Food
- Lounge meals plus free-flow cocktail hour.
- Facilities
- Public and bookable private onsens.
- Value
- Worth the value, guests say.
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Before you book
- Children
- Children are not permitted to stay at this property
Location
1182 Azagawa, Minamitsuru District, 401-0303 Fujikawaguchiko Town, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan
Train Station: Kawaguchiko Station (1 km)
1 km from the centre of Fujikawaguchiko
How it compares
Rakuyu ranks #10 of 39 hotels Staylist lists in Fujikawaguchiko and #3 of 9 4-star hotels there. At about $251 a night it is about 15% above the typical $221 for 4-star hotels in Fujikawaguchiko. The closest listed alternative is Breezbay Lake Resort Kawaguchiko, 100 m away (score 7.7).
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About the hotel
- Hotel class
- ★★★★ 4-star
- Opened
- 1982
- Renovated
- 2024
Amenities
- Hot springs
- Restaurant
- Private parking
- Laundry service (on-site)
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- EV charging station
- Luggage storage
- Station pick-up
- Car charging facilities
- Station drop-off
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Frequently asked questions
Is there parking at Rakuyu?
Yes: private parking.
How far is Rakuyu from the centre of Fujikawaguchiko?
About 1 km.
Is Rakuyu suitable for children?
Children are not permitted to stay at this property