Can not be reach by public transportation. Having your own car is the best option.

What a wonderful experience we had at this quaint 5 room hotel. It felt more like a B&B, our hosts were so friendly and welcoming. If you stay you must select the half board options that includes breakfast and dinner. Yoshi the chef and owner will surprise you with his fusion dishes and his wife's desserts will have you beg for more. Our double room was noting fancy but it was very comfortable and we particularly enjoyed our very own private onsen. If you are lucky you will have the best views of Mount Fuji right at your door step.

Stayed in May 2024

Truthfully, there was nothing about this stay that we did not like. I stayed with my grandmother who has lots of opinions, and she was immediately calling all her friends telling them they have to visit Private Hotel Rei.

The staff was incredibly friendly, inviting, and helpful. We were provided tips on where to take the best pictures, what areas to visit, and what kind of food we should eat. The food was also incredible - homemade, delicious, and filling! I made the trip with my 90-year-old grandmother, and I've never seen her so happy with the staff, location, and overall experience.

Stayed in April 2024

View is great. Room is clean with onsen service. Host is friendly and food is great.

Stayed in April 2024

The location is exceptional. I had the chance to see Mount Fuji directly from my room. The staff is warm and friendly, and Yoshi is an amazing host as well as an excellent cook. He even drove me to the train station on the day of my departure, although he wasn't obligated to do so, and he showed many thoughtful gestures throughout my stay. A big thank you. (As an added bonus, other guests I saw brought their dogs with them, and they were all adorable.)

Stayed in May 2024

The dinner we paid for additionally was awesome (a 6-course dinner). The breakfast was also very good. Everything was cooked by the host himself - Yoshi. He appeared to be a very nice guy. He was very kind to us. He explained to us many interesting things and gave us a ride in his car on the day we left. He showed us some pretty good spots to take a picture with the Sakura trees and Mount Fuji. The whole stay there was one not to forget. Absolutely recommend staying there!

Stayed in April 2024

Nice location ​and​ good​service​

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing.

The owner, Yoshi was absolutely fantastic. He was very kind and an absolute master of a chef as well. The rooms were neatly nestled next to the side of a hill and you have one of the best views of Mt. Fuji. If you are planning on staying here as a couple or with a group of friends, it will NOT dissapoint you. 10/10. Thank you Yoshi.

Stayed in March 2024

Wonderful hosts made us feel at home and cared for the whole time. Yoshi speaks excellent English, and has abundant enthusiasm and travel ideas to share. Delicious food and drinks for dinner and breakfast. Gorgeous location on the waterfront. Sparkling clean. Delightful private bath onsen to enjoy and was hot and ready upon our arrival.

Stayed in April 2024

Travelers should consider renting a car to get around this area- there’s plenty to see but transit requires long waits and stops are quite far apart. We rented a car at Shin-Fuji and it was an excellent decision. The hotel has very convenient parking.

Charming cottage atmosphere right on the lake with stunning views if the weather permits. Furo was very hot and nice. Food was elegant and delicious! The meals were deeply intentional and locally-focused. I highly recommend visitors choose half-board!

Stayed in April 2024

In the first place, the location of the hotel Rei is superb. Host is very hospitable and helpful, he speaks good English and provided us with tips where to take the best pictures. Cusine is very well-prepared. In-house onsen is well setup upon our arrival.

Stayed in January 2024

Everything! Great location, lovely room, great bathroom, amazing view, lovely hosts!!! Great food cooked by the host if you decide to include it in your stay!

Stayed in March 2024

We should have stayed for 2-3 nights instead of one!

Meals were incredible, with tons of thoughtful and expertly made dishes. Yoshi and his wife made every aspect of our stay comfortable and memorable. The private onsen is a treat, and the views and solitude at the property are incredible.

Stayed in March 2024

The owner is really nice & helpful. The place and its surroundings are wonderful. We hope to come back again.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

Everything! Owner is very nice 😊. Room is so clean and good facilities. Beautiful Mt. Fuji view from the room and in front of hotel.

Stayed in February 2024

Amazing stay. Host was really friendly and the dinner was absolutely delicious. Pity we only stayed for a single night. Would definitely return in the future!

Stayed in February 2024

Location, kindness and helpfulness of the host.

Stayed in February 2024

The best stay of my life in the Mt Fuji area! Amazing quiet location with beautiful view of Fuji. If you found this hotel please do yourself a favour and book it. You will not regret. Yoshi and his wife are superb hosts and made a positive impact on my life. Thank you forever.

Stayed in January 2024

Everything!!! Our host Yoshi took great care of us from start till end. He is truly a masterchef in his own way, serving us a wonderful dinner and breakfast that cannot be found anywhere else. His hamburg is seriously the juiciest one we have ever eaten. I only wish I stayed 2 nights so that I can savor his food all over again! The property itself offers such an amazing view throughout our stay (granted we were really lucky that weather was sunny and clear!), and the facilities are clean and well maintained. The hidden beach just across the road with Mt Fuji is another gem that only this hotel has. This stay didn’t just feel like another night of our vacation, it felt like a priceless night and morning of conversations over food with a newfound friend. Thank you Yoshi and wife for all your kindness and hospitality, we will definitely be back when we come back to Fuji 🤗

Stayed in January 2024

The location may be a problem. It is better to rent a car in Mountain Fuji region.

It is not the most expensive stay for me in Japan but it is definitely the most unique one. The food is awesome. I took the Shinkansen from Hokkaido to Tokyo and transited to the mount fuji region by high speed bus. To get my food on time, I run above the mountain Fuji taking all my luggage and backpacks. And I got the best dinner in Mountain Fuji region. The hotel owner is a hidden chief. His food is so good that it was too late when I wanted to take photos. Only record the dessert. The view is fantastic. Nobody could reject the Mountain Fuji when they leave for Japan. The view of this hotel is so unique that you could see the Mountain Fuji directing from the hotel. You can see it when have breakfast or dinner. You can see it when enjoying the indoor onsen(hot bath?). You can even see it when you poop in the toilet. The facility is also very unique. Feel like home. If the facility of Park Hyatt is the good of Tokyo, the facility of Rei is the good of Kyoto. You go to the house of an old friend in the Kyoto. And your old friend traveled around the world indeed.

Stayed in December 2023

For those planning a visit to Mt. Fuji, we strongly advise renting a car. It offers significantly greater convenience, especially since many attractions are challenging to reach by infrequent buses, often leading to long queues at the stops. While Yoshi's place may be a bit distant from the nearest bus stop, having a car makes this distance a non-issue.

We had an exceptional stay at Yoshi's hotel. He and his wife were incredibly warm hosts, ensuring our comfort throughout. The rooms offered breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji in a picturesque location, and the private onsen with natural spring water added a luxurious touch. The food was beyond fantastic, and Yoshi even went the extra mile to buy special Christmas cakes for us, making it a truly memorable experience. Engaging in long conversations with Yoshi provided valuable insights into Japanese culture. We miss this place dearly and look forward to visiting again.

Stayed in December 2023

The owner Yoshi is a very warm and friendly host. He is also a good cook who can recommend us place to visit in Kawaguchi, place to take photo of Mt Fuji etc. He make us feel at home!

Stayed in November 2023

The owners were incredible and very welcoming, I had great chats with Yoshi throughout my stay and he was gracious enough to give me a ride to the main bus station on my check out day which was a great help! The private hot spring in the bathroom was amazing and the dinner and breakfast were both delicious, the food was incredible! The view of Mt. Fuji from the hotel is also fantastic!

Stayed in November 2023

This property is a real gem. Located in a quiet location away from the busy tourist hub. We had a car so it was perfect for us but you might need to explore your options if using public transport. The owner Yoshi and his wife Aya are amazing. Yoshi is a real foodie and so also doubles as the chef with a focus on a fusion between Japanese and Western meals. The food was awesome and delicious. Yoshi also gave us some very helpful suggestions during our stay which were all great and enabled us to have the best possible time. We only stayed a couple of nights but when we left we felt like family. I can highly recommend this delightful and charming private hotel and I would love to return one day. I would count our stay here as one of the highlights of our holiday in Japan.

Stayed in November 2023

We had a wonderful experience at this beautiful private hotel! The owners went above and beyond to make us feel welcome.

Stayed in October 2023