日光金谷ホテル in Nikko

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  Ayesha Surty

  :: 24 July 2024 12:25:34

  The Kanaya Hotel is a very old hotel, we knew from the beginning but when we checked in we were allotted a room in the 'new building' wing of the hotel. The carpets all leading to the room including the elevator and the room smelled quite bad. The room was large, but everything in this room was dirty, smelled musty. We ignored it but when we returned after dinner it was unbearable and we even walked up the stairs to avoid the stench in the elevator. We noticed the room immediately below us seemed to be completely renovated and refurbished. We were contemplating staying an extra night (which was available) when we checked in but upon seeing this room we decided against it. We then called reception to ask for a change in the room as the smell was too bad and a layer of dust seemed to be on every surface. There was a note given to us that we should submit the note and the key (actual key) if we want the room to be made up daily (very ODD we chose a hotel not an apartment so this was a basic requirement. The bathroom was small and when we saw the old bathtub with very obvious decaying marks we knew we couldn't stay here. So for any guests given room 250 please do not accept it. We were lucky that the reception called back and said another room was available, but we first checked it out before accepting it. The room we were shown was in the annexe building, right next to the main building and it was like a WORLD of difference. While the exteriors still had the same old world charm, the interiors was totally renovated and was a much improved experience. Our mood and stay was immediately improved and we are glad we asked for this change. Everything in the new room was vastly different, form the basic amenities, to the coffee, tea, slippers, bathroom amenities etc. etc. So we do appreciate the staff changing the room, but I feel that NO ONE should get the earlier room they gave us. We also tried the lunch in the old restaurant and opted for the 100 year old recipe for the Curry,....while it was as good as anything we tried elsewhere, it was totally not worth the price! Overall a great location and very close to the temples, shrines and the bridge. The local bus 7 stop is at the foot of the very steep slope up to the hotel.

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  Heryandi Dai

  :: 15 July 2024 18:49:00

  I only went there to check out the restaurant. The 100-year curry lunch course isn't worth 5000 yen. A more suitable price would be ~3000 yen.

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  Kritanan Sritongtae

  :: 11 May 2024 15:04:28

  Hotel with a long history, more than 150 years. There is an area next to the beautiful Daiya River. You can walk down to the river. Free convenient parking Inside the room you can see a mountain view. Anyone who likes traditional rooms is fine. The receptionist is good, can speak English well. Breakfast is Japanese and Western. Served with delicious coffee. There is also an onsen service.We love this place and will be back again

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  Christian Erhardt

  :: 09 April 2024 23:28:13

  We went for lunch and got way more than an everyday lunch. You choose between 4-5 main dishes and the same amount of dessert. The quality was surprisingly extremely good. Not just the taste but also for the eyes. I can strongly recommend the place as well from a price / quality perspective.

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  Tristan Angeles

  :: 21 January 2024 16:54:38

  I got my room for a weekend on a discount. The location is far from the main town and their are no convenience stores or groceries nearby, but I like these kinds of places so I still have it 5 stars. It may be a 4 for you if convenience is an issue. There is a vending machine inside which sells limited drinks. If you don't want to spend on the restaurant( which can get expensive) don't forget to bring food. The hotel is literally in front of the lake and boat house, and you can walk the lake side trail back to the main town. They hotel has a lounge with a view of the woods outside, and the lake, and it has a fireplace. If you want to get away from the more touristy spots and relax for a weekend, I recommend this place.