Hotel Marroad Hakone

"We had a mixed experience at Hotel Marroad Hakone. On the positive side, the hot springs are excellent—having both indoor and outdoor baths was my favorite part of the stay and very relaxing. Another great highlight was the complimentary drinks and snacks offered every afternoon from 15:00 to 18:00; it’s a generous touch that we really appreciated. However, the hotel’s location is a major downside if you aren't prepared. It is so secluded that you cannot walk to any local restaurants for dinner. This leaves you with three difficult choices: stay and eat at the on-site French restaurant (which is very expensive and the food is quite 'heavy' and rich), bring your own groceries from town, or skip dinner entirely. The breakfast was also a bit of a disappointment for us. It leans very heavily toward 'fattening' items like greasy sausages and lots of cheese. We really missed having fresh fruit and healthier, lighter options to start the day. If you prefer a balanced diet, I highly recommend stocking up on fruit and light snacks at a convenience store near Gōra Station before you take the shuttle up to the hotel."

The food is a course of French cuisine, which is very good. The view from the room is also good. The hot springs are also Gora Onsen, so it's good. The building is also designed with an atmosphere so you can enjoy the extraordinary.

This nice and quiet onsen hotel is not your traditional Japanese Inn. Good value for money with a French restaurant. It has shuttle service to pick up guests from Gora station. Attractions nearby are not hard to reach but best with a car. But quality of sleep and comfort are very good.