Hotel Sekisuien

Good location, nice staff, nice onsen

Breakfast is not that good.

Ten minutes walk uphill to the castle along a beautiful winding road, and similar down to village. However taxis are cheap quick to arrive and easily booked by the hotel reception. The staff are incredible as is the chef, and restaurant staff- the kindest reception and most timely serving of delicious food. The hotel is surrounded by lovely Japanese gardens with an amazing view to the town and across the valley. A real escape into the Japanese countryside. We also loved our room - it was huge, remarkably clean with large comfortable beds, fabulous bath and we were provided with gorgeous toiletries and all the essentials. We wished we had booked for much longer, given the work the staff out in to prepare rooms.

Loved everything about it

Very rigid staff, no flexibility. The famous ‚omotenashi‘ was absent. I came in late, in rain and cold, and asked for a reservation at their restaurant. Which they refused, because it seems they only serve food if the room includes breakfast/dinner. No help provided to eat outside. It was not Japan.

Outstanding place! Really loved it; The room was so cozy and comfortable, big too, which is something for Japan. Their bathroom had a nice hot tub where you can easily take hot baths. The location was fantastic! Underneath the castle, such a beautiful location indeed! And only 10 minute albeit uphill walk to the town of Gujo Hachiman. Their breakfast was amazing, home cooked Miso Soup, vegetable soup and was very filling. There's also free coffee all day long and orange juice & Tea from the afternoons to early evenings. The staff was also very polite, nice and pleasant. Will overall recommend!

Nothing not to dislike. I really enjoyed my stay! Wish I stayed longer!

The hotel was so peaceful and inviting. The restaurant was excellent.

The hotel did not have breakfast and there is not anything close to the hotel

Large rooms with excellent modern Japanese design. Excellent food, and overall great value!

We didn’t mind, but the hotel is up the hill, halfway between the town and the castle. Not for weak walkers, or take a taxi.

Clean and the room is huge.

On the hill, hard to drive.