Ancient Hotel Asama Karuizawa

This was my first time staying at Ancient in Karuizawa to enjoy the autumn leaves. Thank you for providing such a relaxing experience that made me forget the flow of time during my stay. The Onsen temperature was just right, and the smooth water left my skin feeling soft and moisturized. Both breakfast and dinner were delicious, visually appealing, and gentle on the body—truly satisfying meals. I would love to visit again in a different season. One small disappointment was that the provided amenities were foreign-made, which I found unsuitable for my sensitive skin; I’m glad I brought my own products. It would also be great if a higher-grade hairdryer could be provided in the future.

Thank you for the wonderful stay! I truly appreciated being warmly welcomed even as a solo traveler. The natural and genuine hospitality from the staff, including the manager, made my stay incredibly comfortable. I loved the room this time. Turning off the lights and gazing at the ceiling gave me an extraordinary feeling of floating in space—it was such a vast and mysterious experience. I’m definitely coming back! (Though I’d love to try other room types too!) As for the meals, perhaps because it’s autumn, they were even more delicious than last time (apologies for saying so). Every dish was outstanding and perfectly suited to my taste—full of seasonal mushrooms and nuts that truly captured autumn’s essence. I’d love to have the same menu again... The chef’s creativity, effort, and dedication are evident in every detail. Everything is crafted with care—absolutely amazing.I had a peaceful and fulfilling time here. With its convenient access, I’ll definitely visit again soon. Thank you so much! To everyone at this hotel: Karuizawa will get very cold from now on—please take care of yourselves.P.S.: While the bath was clean and pleasant, it would be perfect if it were a natural Onsen with free-flowing spring water—that's just my personal preference as someone who travels for Onsen experiences! For this reason alone, I rated 4 stars instead of 5—a bit selfish on my part!