Ishikage Daiichi Hotel Kamukura

From the moment we arrived at the Hotel, the staff kindly checked on us and asked about the weather and how we were feeling. The large public bath was also very clean.\nThe view from our Room was wonderful. The next morning, feeding black kites was a first for me and became a memorable, once-in-a-lifetime experience.\nEven when we were leaving, the staff spoke to us warmly. This is a Hotel that made our trip a great memory. Thank you very much.

Located on a hill much higher than the surrounding accommodations, this place offers breathtaking views of both the sea and mountains. The staff's hospitality and meals were highly satisfying. The meal portions were just right, and the plan featuring Matsusaka beef, abalone, and Ise lobster was incredibly luxurious. There was also grilled oysters available; although I usually don't like them, I managed to try them for the first time here. During this season, we could see the sunset from our room's bath—it was perfectly centered in the view and absolutely stunning. However, water stains on the windows of both the bath and room were quite noticeable, which was a bit disappointing given how amazing the scenery is.What stood out compared to other accommodations: having not only a hairdryer but also a straightening iron in our room; offering not just standard one-piece yukata but also two-piece sets; thick mattress-style futons in Japanese-style rooms that provided excellent comfort; and beautiful ocean views from both private dining rooms and parking areas.Next time, I'd love to stay in another room with an open-air bath!