Luxury Healing Hotels Highland Resort Hotel & Spa
403-0017 Yamanashi, Fujiyoshida, Shinnishihara 5-6-1, Japan
HOTEL OVERVIEW
Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first pulled up to Highland Resort Hotel & Spa – I mean, Fujiyoshida isn’t exactly where you’d picture a spa getaway, right? But this place completely changed my perspective on the whole area. It sits tucked away on Shinnishihara, and what struck me immediately was how quiet everything felt despite being so close to the Fuji-Subaru Line. You know that feeling when you step out of your car and the air just hits different? That’s this place – crisp mountain air with this faint smell of cedar that follows you everywhere.
The resort actually makes perfect sense once you realize what they’re going for here. Instead of trying to compete with those massive luxury chains closer to Tokyo, Highland Resort leans into being your base camp for Fuji adventures while still giving you that pampered feeling at the end of the day. The spa is honestly the star – I spent way too much time in their onsen area, watching the mist roll across the mountains through these huge windows. The staff clearly knows their clientele too; they’re used to dealing with hikers who show up looking like they’ve been through a washing machine, but they treat everyone like royalty. Check-in was refreshingly smooth, and they actually store hiking gear if you need them to.
What really sold me on this place was the little stuff that shows they get it. The restaurant serves this incredible local trout (probably the best I’ve had in Japan), and they’ll pack you trail lunches that are actually good – not just convenience store onigiri. Parking is free, which might sound obvious but trust me, it’s not always a given around here. The rooms are that perfect blend of modern comfort and traditional touches, though I’ll be honest, the walls could be a bit thicker – you might hear your neighbors if they’re early risers gearing up for a dawn hike. But honestly? The 8.9 rating makes total sense. It’s one of those places where everything just works, the staff genuinely cares, and you leave feeling like you discovered something special that most tourists completely miss. If you’re planning to tackle Fuji or just want to decompress somewhere that feels a million miles from city chaos, this is your spot.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 9.2
Comfort: 9.3
Location: 9.1
Free WiFi: 9.4
Facilities: 9.2
Cleanliness: 9.3
Value for money: 8.5
Bendeguz from Netherlands (24 March 2024)
Very nice hotel we stayed at a renovated room on a higher level. Very cool to look over the park. There is free parking available. Entrance to the park is free for hotel guests but you have to pay per ride or buy a day pass for 6000 yen. Onsen was also very nice. Very nice view from the breakfast hall but if it’s raining you will not see mt Fuji. ...
Ziqi from Taiwan (28 March 2025)
Really nice and clean room with mt. fuji view. Suitable for families with kids as the room is spacious enough. Highly recommended.
Julie from Australia (27 March 2025)
The location and scenery free shuttle bus services restaurant food delicious room layout good and spacious very clean and services welcomed. What could be improved: The toaster or should I say a very small toaster oven that only uses 2 pieces at a time and you have to turn it. They need multiple pop up toasters or slide one that takes multiple...
Urte from United Kingdom (26 March 2025)
Room was spacious, warm and comfy! Loved the Onsen and breakfast seemed to have a wide selection of Western and Asian cuisine. What could be improved: It felt like it’s difficult to get around without car! We wanted to have lunch outside of the hotel and had to walk around 20mins each way, and no sidewalks at times. Thats the only consideration,...
Steven from Australia (23 March 2025)
Great clean hotel. Staff were friendly and helpful. We didn’t like pillows as they were flat so asked for thicker ones and they were provided with no issues. Breakfast facilities were extensive and many western and Asian options I would recommend having breakfast onsite. Great view of Fuji from room. Free shuttle bus into town and nearby...
Andrés from Mexico (19 March 2025)
Beautiful views from the hotel. The restaurant food is delicious. The connection to the park is easy and the facility to ride a bus from and to Tokyo right out the hotel definitely gave us a great experience
John from Singapore (19 March 2025)
Good view of Mt Fuji from dining area
What could be improved: Clear detailed info about schedule free shuttle bus for tourist in each hotel room
Stephanie from Australia (18 March 2025)
The facilities were clean, great bathroom. The staff were lovely and accomodating. The view was nice. They offer a free shuttle around the town which is convenient (but keep an eye on the time as they only come hourly). What could be improved: Would be nice to have a private onsen in the room since I couldn’t use the public one due to tattoos. I...
Dan from United States (17 March 2025)
The views were as advertised. Amazing staff that was more than helpful at every request.
Margaret from United States (8 March 2025)
The rooms were great and the views were spectacular. Very clean, large and easy property to navigate. Would highly recommend.
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Chureito Pagoda: 3.7 km
- Fujiyama Museum: 150 m
- Yamanashi Gem Museum: 3.7 km
- Katsuragawa Kasen Park: 4.5 km
- Arakurayama Sengen Park: 3.7 km
- Kawaguchiko Field Center: 4.9 km
- Lake Kawaguchi Ohashi Bridge: 4.6 km
- Fujisan World Heritage Centre: 1 km
- Oshijuutaku Togawa and Osano’s House: 2.2 km
- Lake Kawaguchi Arakuranuki History Museum: 3.3 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Sanrokuen: 1.5 km
- Restaurantどん兵衛: 1.1 km
- Restaurant吉田のうどん: 800 m
Top attractions:
- Momiji Tunnel: 10 km
- Nagasaki Park: 7 km
- Yagizaki Park: 5 km
- Yoshida Tainaijukei: 4.9 km
- Kawaguchiko Muse Museum: 5 km
- Kawaguchiko Museum of Art: 5 km
- Lake Kawaguchi Konohana Museum: 6 km
- Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum: 6 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Lake Kawaguchi: 5 km
- Mountain Mount Fuji : 0 m
- Waterfall Haha no Shirataki Waterfall: 8 km
Ski lifts:
- Fujiten Quad Lift: 12 km
- Fujiten Family Pair Lift: 12 km
- Fujiten Romance Pair Lift: 12 km
Public transport:
- Train Fujisan Station: 2.3 km
- Train Fujikyu Highland: 1.2 km
ROOMS
- Estimated price from: $182. Double Room with View - Non-Smoking for Max persons: 1
- Estimated price from: $195. Double Room with Mt.Fuji View - Non-Smoking with 1 double bed for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $195. Double Room with View - Non-Smoking with 1 double bed for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $227. Single Room - Non-Smoking with 1 single bed for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $309. Twin Room with View - Non-Smoking with 2 single beds for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $353. Renovated Double Room on Higher Floor - Non-Smoking with 1 large double bed for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $365. Standard Twin Room with Mt.Fuji View - Non-Smoking with 2 single beds for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $397. Superior Twin Room with Mt.Fuji View - Non-Smoking with 2 single beds for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $428. Deluxe Twin Room with Mt.Fuji View - Non-Smoking with 2 single beds for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $472. Renovated Superior Twin Room on Higher Floor - Non-Smoking with 2 single beds for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $497. Renovated Deluxe Room on Higher Floor - Non-Smoking with 2 single beds for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $919. Renovated Family Suite on Higher Floor - Non-Smoking with 4 single beds for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $1,120. Renovated Junior Suite on Higher Floor - Non-Smoking with 2 single beds for 1 - 1 guests
- Estimated price from: $284. Room Selected at Check-In with 2 single beds for 1 - 2 guests
FACILITIES
Bedroom:
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
General:
- Shuttle service
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Chapel/shrine
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Wellness:
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre
- Sauna
Activities:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
Living Area:
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken:
- English
- Japanese
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- Spa and wellness centre
- 3 restaurants
- Private bathroom
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
- Shuttle service (free)
- Free parking
- Family rooms
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:
- Accessible parking
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Groups:
- When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
Check-out:
- Until 11:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
HOTEL ADDRESS
403-0017 Yamanashi, Fujiyoshida, Shinnishihara 5-6-1, Japan
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