Jemsty Inn Hakone Ashinoko vs Similar Hotels

Mixed to negative: several guests reported small/tight rooms (typical Japanese-style for 3 cramped), no TV in some rooms, and in one review low shower water pressure.

Guests appreciated the quality of the rooms and their amenities.

Spacious rooms with beautiful views.

The apartment was stunning, but some rooms were noted as small.

Standard quality for this hotel tier

Overall, cleanliness was well maintained as mentioned in the reviews.

Standard quality for this hotel tier

The property was clean and comfortable, with no major cleanliness issues mentioned.

Generally excellent: many guests noted it is very close to the bus stop, ferry/molo and the lake; a few mentioned it is far from the train station or the area has limited evening options.

Great location with a beautiful view of Mount Fuji and mentioned as a highlight.

Fantastic views of Lake Ashi and Mt Fuji from the room.

Unbelievable location with views of Mt Fuji, right on the lake.

Repeated praise for the owner/host: very welcoming, attentive, helpful and communicative; guests highlighted personalised attention and useful local information, good English.

Consistently praised as excellent across multiple reviews.

Staff was exceptionally kind and attentive to guest needs.

Standard quality for this hotel tier, though some check-in process was mentioned as needing improvement.

Strong positive: multiple guests praised the breakfast (homemade, prepared on the spot) and appreciated meals provided by the host.

Food quality received high praise, especially for traditional meals.

Breakfast was good, but limited dining options on-site.

Limited dinner options available nearby noted, with convenience store being the main option.

Mixed: on-site restaurant and included breakfast praised, but limited dinner schedule, occasional lack of in-room TV and comments about having to use provided slippers were negatives.

Well-equipped rooms and traditional onsen experience noted positively.

The onsen and overall hotel facilities were nice.

Well-equipped with an onsen, footbath, and other amenities that guests enjoyed.

Standard quality for this hotel tier

Meals and experiences were described as worth the cost.

Good value considering the amenities and views.

Free snacks and drinks were a nice touch, suggesting good value.