Published date: August 22, 2024
[Family-friendly Hokans] Ochi Ai Lou
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Experience of the stay
I stayed at the all-inclusive hotel "Ochi Ai Lou" in Izu that I had been curious about for a long time.
When I visited, the hotel was only for adult guests, and there were no families with children.
There are only 6 rooms available for children, so I stayed in one of those.
Attracted by the term all-inclusive, I booked this hotel, which I had long desired, through Hafh.
As a couple who enjoy drinking, we had a great time sampling the drinks in the lounge, from one end to the other.
Wine, beer, champagne, whiskey, and more...along with a satisfying array of snacks, ice cream, and juices that children can also enjoy.
Moreover, personally, I appreciated the great availability of content for children, such as a basement level with hockey and soccer board games, and pop-up Aladdin where we could enjoy videos.
(There is also a suspension bridge and a tent sauna beyond that.)
Additionally, there are family baths, which is also a nice point since we can enjoy the hot spring together as a family.
Please note that the available slots fill up quickly on a first-come, first-served basis after check-in, so if you want to control the bathing time with children, I recommend checking in early.
Not only adults but also children can have fun,
It was nice to have a system that allows adults to spend comfortably.
Furthermore, the hospitality here is different from general luxury hotels.
There is no atmosphere where staff are watching you closely, but when you ask for help, they provide service that exceeds expectations. It was a very pleasant experience.
This facility is the best place to spend time enjoying the moments passing by,
and relax in nature.
It made me feel, "I want to work hard for another year and come back again next year."
It was a wonderful ryokan that evoked such feelings.
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Accommodation details: 2 adults + 6 years old + 1 year old.
Children can be accommodated with an additional fee (around 10,000 yen) according to their age.
I corresponded via email in advance to discuss child rates and additional meals.
If you have children, be sure to inquire at the time of reservation.
Experiences during the trip
Izu has many spots where families can enjoy themselves.
●Water Koito Plaza (Photos 1 & 2)
You can play in the clear river.
You can also experience catching rainbow trout and eating it grilled on the spot.
●Yamabiko (Photos 3 & 4)
A soba restaurant located on a mountain in Shuzenji.
I recommend the seasonal tempura combination which varies with the seasons.
Even with a family of four, you can share and eat until you're full.
The soba and pork bowl were also incredibly delicious.
●Cycle Sports Center (Photo 5)
We could play together with the kids all day.
There are cycling courses that adults can enjoy as well as a bicycle-type roller coaster.
Even for those who can't pedal, there were plenty of rides that kids as young as 3 or 4 can enjoy.