Hotel Fuji Tatsugaoka

The onsen was beautiful and the massage chair a welcome addition after the marathon! The onsen was quiet and peaceful because it's a small hotel. Complementary products such as moisturiser were a nice touch. The breakfast options are either Japanese or Western and are served on a tray individually. The hotel is a short walk from Fuji Q Highland station.

I loved this hotel and would definitely stay again if I return to Mt. Fuji. The spa was spotless and full of character, using Pola products. My room was clean and had everything I needed. The staff were kind, and I’m glad I chose to have breakfast—both days were different and gave me a great taste of Japanese cuisine. The location was convenient, just a 5-minute walk to the bus stop and close to a large local supermarket.

These are perhaps the best, last-minute accomodations I've ever had. I needed a hotel near Fuji-Q Highland, fast, and Hotel Tatsugaoka was the only one with cheap rooms available. Nothing about the quality of service I received there was cheap, however. The polite staff went above and beyond to help when I had questions about navigating the Fujiyoshida area or if I needed extra amenities. They even held onto my luggage after I had already checked out and my missing articles when I forgot them in my room. The room itself was quaint, but clean, and the bed was big and comfortable. It had a mini fridge and a TV. The bathroom and tub were fairly spacious by Japanese standards and were clean. As you enter the hotel, you walk through a small, but pleasant teian (Japanese-style garden). The hotel lobby had free bath/beauty amenities as well as free posters of Mt. Fuji to take home, though they were too big for my suitcase. The lounge is small, but has a massage chair, a microwave, and vending machines stocked with: soda, juice, beer, and whiskey. Last, but not least, the onsen (hot spring) was small, but pleasantly relaxing after a long day of exploring, and wasn't crowded past 9 pm. Just remember to bring your spare room towel, wear the provided yukata (robe), and ditch your shoes before you enter. They have shelves for your shoes and lockers for your stuff. Caveat: I speak Japanese, so I didn't have issues communicating with the staff, so I can't comment on their English abilities, but they had English signs and directions upon request. I also can't comment on their meals, since they cost extra and I ended up eating while I was out, but if you like yakiniku (grilled meat a la cart), it's their restaurant's specialty.

The hotel was very nice and organized, with a private onsen. The position is great if you want to see mt Fuji, chirueito pagoda and the five lakes! The parking lot is also free. The room was a bit small but clean and complete with everything needed (except a wardrobe). The restaurant was really good.

The onsen is very nice. There is also a free massagimg chair next to the onsen. They also have a yakiniku restaurant at the hotel which have great food and good value. The room had a Mount Fuji view as well.