"Sky Paradise: Kurumayama Kogen Sky Park Hotel"

We stayed here on a ski trip to Kurumayama. There was no snow, so driving was not a problem. We arrived around noon and asked the front desk where we could change into our ski wear, and they kindly showed us. After that, we used the Shuttle Service to and from the ski resort. It was disappointing that a Reservation was required for the bus and that it only ran about once an hour, so we were told we needed to book in advance. We checked in in the evening, and our Room was a bit far away, but it was spacious and nice once we got inside. However, there were not enough hangers and the closet was small, so it was hard to find space to hang our ski wear (it was helpful that they added more hangers when we asked at the front desk). The meals were buffet-style, and even though it’s in the mountains there was sashimi; it was crowded but items were replenished quickly, so we enjoyed it. We went as a family and had a great time overall.

The Hotel is clean, and since there is only one elevator, the wait can be a bit inconvenient, but the breakfast and dinner buffets are unquestionably delicious. The service at the front desk and restaurant was polite and very good. The amenities, towel changes, and hair dryer were also faultless. It seems the Room may have previously allowed smoking, and at night I noticed a lingering cigarette smell. It didn’t affect my throat, but I would at least like to see the wallpaper replaced. The wooden lockers in the bath area were quite worn; it may be a low priority, but if they are kept there, cleaning them up would make it feel less disappointing. In the parking lot, some cars were parked carelessly and it was hard to find a space, so I’d like to ask that the parking lines be repainted as well. Other than that, it’s a flawless five stars.