Shimoda Juraku Hotel

From check-in onward, the staff provided courteous guidance, and we were able to enter the hotel with a very positive first impression. Although the guest room and bath facilities show their age, everything was kept clean and comfortable. The buffet we came for had an incredible variety—more than I’ve ever experienced—and the presentation was gorgeous, so we were extremely satisfied. The table with a built-in grill was a huge hit with our kids, who enjoyed shellfish and crab right up until the end of our time. The next morning’s buffet also let us eat as much fresh seafood as we wanted, and there were about 6–7 kinds of dried fish—we tried them all. The fruit was high quality too (like Shine Muscat grapes?), so we ate enough to count it as both breakfast and lunch. It was 1.5 hours, but among all the buffets I’ve tried, this one is by far my No. 1 in satisfaction. I’m sure we’ll be back again, so I truly hope the quality never declines. *Photo: I believe it was Tosa Kuroge Wagyu sirloin and large clams (hamaguri / big asari). To all staff members: Thank you very much for making our trip such an enjoyable one.

Always fully booked, I was very curious about this accommodation. Wanting to give back to the local community, I decided to stay here even though I live nearby. The ocean view allowed me to relax and unwind, and the meals were full of entertainment and thoroughly enjoyable. A very cheerful staff member at the dining area made the experience even more pleasant. The front desk staff were also polite and attentive, which made me happy. Even though it's close by, I'll definitely be coming back again. Not just for tourists—locals should absolutely consider staying here too!