Kamikochi Lemeista Hotel

Kamikochi, a place I had long admired. To celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary, we decided to indulge in a two-night stay at the highly-rated "Kamikochi Lemeista Hotel" based on reviews. We visited in mid-September after the holiday weekend, slightly early for autumn foliage. Despite being a weekday, there were many tourists, and the hotel seemed almost fully booked. The lobby area is not particularly spacious but features high ceilings and beautiful stained glass, creating a pleasant atmosphere. The staff's service was excellent; even during busy check-in times, they handled everything smoothly. They also responded kindly to our questions and requests, making our stay very comfortable. We splurged a bit and reserved a Japanese-Western Universal Room on the third floor. From the large windows, we enjoyed breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and Azusa River below—far from the bustling Kappa Bridge area—making this an ideal base for our trip. The room's interior was lovely with excellent amenities that ensured a comfortable stay. Dinner was French-based cuisine; however, on the second day, it incorporated more Japanese flavors with generous portions that left us satisfied both days. The service staff provided detailed explanations about dishes and drinks with just enough humor to make dining enjoyable as well as informative! To all of your wonderful staff members: thank you so much! You made this anniversary trip truly unforgettable for us.If we ever visit Kamikochi again someday—we will absolutely choose your accommodation once more! Looking forward already until next time!

A quiet and serene accommodation with a stunning view from the room. The staff's perfect balance of attentiveness and friendliness made the stay truly relaxing. With a limited number of rooms, or perhaps due to the quality of guests, both the breakfast buffet and spa were very comfortable even when shared with other guests. The outdoor natural onsen was well-maintained compared to others, though some insects were present as expected outdoors. The water quality was excellent. The room provided plenty of sleepwear and towels for peace of mind. Meals at the restaurant were delicious, especially my favorites—the "Shippou Soup" and "Tounyu Soba" served at breakfast. I would love to have them again!