kagelow Mt.Fuji Hostel Kawaguchiko

Friendly staff. Check-in was a breeze. Property located some 10 mins or slightly more away from the train station by foot. Neighbourhood is very quiet. The hostel has a barn style like design and the ambience is very homey and cosy. A big lounge area and outdoor patio for one to relax and mingle. There is a bar and cafe but was closed during my stay. Kitchen is well equipped. Use of washing machine is free. But there is no dryer. There are adequate shower stalls and toilets Despite full house during my stay, I never had to wait to use either. Wifi connection is strong. Lawson and 711 are very near the train station. Family mart is some mins walk away in the direction of the lake from the property. My room is modern minimalistic and comes with a fridge and TV, albeit only japanese channels. Bed is very comfortable and duvet is super fluffy and warm. There is also a desk by the window. The best thing is, the window has a perfect view of Mt Fuji. For 2 days I saw Mt Fuji in it's full glory.

The facilities were great. The staff were so helpful and speak English very well. I also ask for help calling a taxi on the day I checked out due to snow showers. The location is near from Kawaguchiko station, but if you have a luggage it a bit hard to take your luggage because the pedestrian is not so smooth. My room has a window which faces Mt. Fuji. It was soooo great

The area is very peaceful and far away from the heavy crowds near the train station. Mt Fuji is clearly visible from the hostel. There is an eating area and sizable shared kitchen open 24/7. The attached café is also a common area when the café is closed. Big garden with seating and tables. The hotel resembles a wooden house or ryokan, so it feels very comfy. Medium sized room size with a very big bed. One of the biggest in any hostels I’ve stayed in. Lockers provided, decently sized. The mattress was thick and comfortable. Big shower rooms. There also a huge full-size bathtub in the hostel wing which is absolutely wonderful.

We loved this hostel so much, we booked a private room but saw a queen room was available just before arrival so asked if we could switch and this was accommodated with no questions asked. The staff were so friendly, the location in excellent - short walk from the station, tucked away off a quiet road. The decor is warm and minimalistic and we loved the bar area. We unfortunately stayed on a very rainy night, but sitting watching the rain with a drink and delicious food felt very cosy. The room was incredibly spacious and even had a good size fridge which we were not expecting. The showers were excellent and clean. I would recommend this place to anyone coming to Kawaguchiko!

Love the space in the private rooms. After a week in Tokyo cramped up it was so nice! Food was good in the restaurant. Free shampoo and conditioner and body wash to use. The property is really aesthetic! Staff friendly. We would love to stay again! Views of Fuji from our window every day absolutely amazing!!!