Published date: March 10, 2025
Charming Library and Shared Spaces! Recommended Stay for Families in the Gora Area
Room Type Stayed
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Experience of the stay
5-minute walk from Gora Station. Although there are steep slopes in Gora, this hotel can be accessed via a flat road from the station, making it recommended for those without a car.
Yutowa promotes an all-inclusive stay, but the Half Plan does not include dinner. While you can add it for an extra charge, since both my husband and I don’t drink alcohol, we thought there wasn't much benefit to going all-inclusive. Therefore, we used nearby restaurants and convenience stores for dinner.
The charm of Yutowa is the library lounge where adults can relax and immerse themselves in books. The building, which was previously a training facility, has simple guest rooms but boasts a rich play area for children and a lounge where groups can gather and have fun.
During early mornings or before check-in, the lounge can be used very quietly, allowing for personal time as well.
Additionally, the charm of Yutowa includes the availability of private baths and foot baths without reservation and for free, as well as the great access from the station, making it enjoyable enough to explore just around the hotel.
Experiences during the trip
There are many sightseeing spots within walking distance of the hotel, so you may not need to go far away.
■ Gora Park (about a 5-minute walk from the hotel)
■ Hakone Open-Air Museum (about a 12-minute walk from the hotel)
■ Hakone Museum of Art (about a 15-minute walk from the hotel)
You can also take a cable car and ropeway from Gora Station to Owakudani. After returning to Sōunzan Station, we walked back to Gora Station along the mountain path instead of using the cable car.
There’s also a Gyoza Center nearby the hotel that was delicious!