Simply put, I was completely creeped out by the traditional rooms. It was a whole new experience for a hotel experience. There were no beds when I first walked in, so I was definitely concerned about my night. I remember a sourish smell that was very unpleasant but not a big of a deal. It's a really old hotel, what... More

It is as one previous reviewer put it: Creepy. A perfect setting for a crimte thriller. The place f e e l s deserted, and although you get the impression that the hotels tries to renew itself (quite new graphical profile it seems, new onsen from 2008), they fight a stronger trend. When mentioning to Japanese friends that I was... More

I was excited to stay at this hotel after reading the good reviews about experiencing a true traditional japanese accommodation. However upon arrival, I noticed immediately that the hotel is NOT so new. The floral decor and old carpeting were the first indication. After checking into our room, I noticed a stale smell in our room and opened the window,... More

This hotel is definitely older and the decor is a strange mix of traditional Japanese and western, but this is a great place to stay!!!! If you are looking for a luxury hotel, this is not the place for you. What this place does have going for it is the incredible view! The hotel itself extends into the ocean and... More

It's an nice experience to stay in this hotel. Its room is of traditional japanese-style with tatami floor. The room that we stayed has a very beautiful ocean view. You can even watch sunrise if you can get up early in the morning. I like this hotel with its hot spring bathes, its quiet surroundings, its garden. The whole place... More

Well I have mixed feelings about this hotel. It was my first experience at a Onsen Hotel so I was excited by this prospect however there are some very strange things you need to know about this hotel. Firstly you are greated by very friendly staff who quickly take your bags and check you in, which is great. However, as... More

I went several times in Atami, then I knew this hotel (New Akao --- Royal wing) would be the best. Hotel New Akao has 'Royal wing' which is more luxuary than New Akao and located upper side of New Akao (Both hotels are connected inside). You can also use facilities of New Akao. All rooms have ocean view and very... More

This isnt some glossy, shi-shi place with extra fills, ill admit that. But once you indulge in the ocean views a bit, you'll realize you wont need extra fills. Due to the hotels construction, EVERY room faces the ocean, which means no matter where you're booked, you can wake up to the sunset everyday. Its nice if you enjoy the... More

Bearing in mind that the hotel had just been hit by a typhoon(!), we were almost the only westerners staying at the hotel. It was very much geared towards Japanese people, even down to the fact that the hotel shuttle bus from the station was only indicated by the Kanji script and not in English. Thankfully we had our daughter... More