Staying in a ryokan and visiting Mt Fuji are two of the most quintessential experiences when travelling to Japan.
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While most travellers visit Mt Fuji on a day trip from Tokyo, the Fuji area is worth a few days in your Japan itinerary. We explored unique attractions like Fuji-Q Highland, Lake Yamanaka and Arakura Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine on our last trip there!
But the best part of staying a night (or a few) here are the mountain views, access to private onsens and kaiseki dining. If you’re looking for some inspiration, here are nine ryokans near Mt Fuji that are worth checking out!
FYI, ryokans refer to traditional Jap inns where you sleep on futons (mattresses) laid out on tatami (straw) mats.
*Note: The ryokans are arranged according to the price of their cheapest room (from lowest to highest).
Read also: 7 Hotels in Japan with a Breathtaking View of Mount Fuji
1) Bself Fuji Villa
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Bself Fuji Villa may look like a cosy European home at first glance, but past the entrance, you’ll find a courtyard of traditional villas with Japanese-style rooms! The rooms are fitted with tatami mats, futons and even have yukatas to complete the local experience 👘
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But the main highlight is the private open-air onsens, which is a lifesaver during the colder seasons.
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It’s great for big groups too with options like family rooms and even a two-storey family bungalow within a private and fenced-up area!
Plus, the accommodation is also less than 10 minutes on foot to attractions like Fuji-Q Highland, Fujiyama Onsen, and Don Quijote.
Cost: From ~S$168/night (1 pax)
Distance from Mt Fuji Station: 1.7km
How to get there: 6min taxi ride from Mt Fuji Station (Google Maps)
2) Yamagishi Ryokan
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The best part about Yamagishi Ryokan is its location — right next to Lake Kawaguchi and Mt Fuji Panoramic Ropeway. So yes, you’re guaranteed scenic views of Fuji-san once you’re out the door!
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Rooms are pretty cosy, and some even come with a kaiseki breakfast (a traditional multi-course Japanese meal). Prices start at an affordable rate of just ~S$178 per night (breakfast included).
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Cost: From ~S$178/night (1 pax)
Distance from Mount Fuji Station: 3.7km
How to get there: 8min taxi ride from Mt Fuji Station (Google Maps)
3) Ooike Hotel
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They say a picture speaks a thousand words… and this one has got us sold on Ooike Hotel 🤩
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Most rooms here come with a view of the elusive Mt Fuji and options range from traditional Japanese-style rooms with a hori-kotatsu (predecessor to the kotatsu AKA foot warmer) to Japanese Western rooms with proper beds (not futons).
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You can also opt for a room with a private onsen or take a dip in the public onsen while admiring the mountain views!
Cost: From ~S$280/night (1 pax)
Distance from Mount Fuji Station: 4.6km
How to get there: 9min taxi ride from Mt Fuji Station (Google Maps)
4) Yasuragino Bettei Shikitei
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Get literally spirited away from the city to this traditional ryokan hidden in the mountains ⛰️ Yasuragino Bettei Shikitei has a range of gorgeous Japanese villas to choose from, surrounded by nature! Perfect for small groups on a budget.
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The rooms give off rustic Japan-era vibes with wooden flooring and a wooden bathtub to soak in. There’s even a small, private courtyard with a stone path and tables and benches where you can have a meal under the sun.
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Cost: From ~S$332/night (6 pax)
Distance from Mount Fuji Station: 3.7km
How to get there Station: 9min taxi ride from Mt Fuji Station (Google Maps)
5) Wakakusa no Yado Maruei
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Wakakusa no Yado Maruei, or simply Maruei, is at the foot of Lake Kawaguchi, so be prepared to be greeted by stunning views of Mount Fuji. It’s technically a hotel, so this is a great option for solo travellers or couples who don’t want to rent out an entire place.
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You’ll also have the choice of relaxing in a private hot spring, or an open-air public bath to soak in (get it?) the scenery.
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The guests also can’t get enough of the kaiseki (traditional Japanese tasting course) dinner sets.
Getting here is easy: it’s in front of a Green Line bus stop, and only a 13-minute drive to Fuji-Q Highland.
Cost: From ~S$352/night (up to 2 pax)
Distance from Mount Fuji Station: 6.1km
How to get there: 9min taxi ride from Kawaguchiko Station, or walk 35mins (Google Maps)
Read also: 7D6N Japan Itinerary Under S$1.5k — Road Trip from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji and Beyond
6) Fujisan Onsen Hotel Kaneyamaen
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We’re not kidding when we say the garden at Fujisan Onsen Hotel Kaneyamaen is impressive.
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The rooms are also unique with sleek, minimalistic Japanese designs — featuring wooden interiors and sliding doors. Bonus points for the private outdoor hot tubs with Fuji-san views! Oh, and did we mention that the breakfast buffet is complimentary too? 😉
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Cost: From ~S$649/night (up to 2 pax)
Distance from Mount Fuji Station: 3km
How to get there: 10min taxi ride from Mt Fuji Station (Google Maps)
7) Fuji Onsenji Yumedono
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Fuji Onsenji Yumedono is pretty pricey… but then again, it’s a five-star ryokan accommodation. So if you’re willing to splurge, this is the place.
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Housed in a traditional Japanese building, the suites are really luxurious with separate spaces for your bedroom, living room and dining room. You’ll have your own personal courtyard equipped with a hot spring too!
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Reviewers also boast about the kaiseki dining as being really fresh and delicious with a variety of options like seafood and beef 😲
Cost: From ~S$719/night (up to 2 pax)
Distance from Mount Fuji Station: 4.6km
How to get there: 12min taxi ride from Mt Fuji Station (Google Maps)
8) Fujisan Onsen Bessho SASA
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Fun fact: Fujisan Onsen Bessho SASA is actually located on the fourth and fifth floors of Hotel Kaneyamaen!
What’s unique about it though, is that all rooms come with their own open-air bath, against a sweet view of Mt Fuji.
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Public facilities include a garden, massage, spa, outdoor swimming pool and even karaoke rooms 🎤 Some guests have even mentioned that at night, they’re treated to a taiko (drum) performance.
Cost: From ~S$1,085/night (up to 2 pax)
Distance from Mount Fuji Station: 3km
How to get there: 10min taxi ride from Mt Fuji Station (Google Maps)
Bonus: 9) Fuji Lake Hotel
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Granted, Fuji Lake Hotel is more of a hotel rather than a ryokan, but it does have several Japanese-style rooms!
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The Nagomi Japanese room overlooks Lake Kawaguchi and has a wooden hot tub and an area with cushions to complete the authentic local experience. The location is convenient too, just a 10-minute walk from Mt Fuji Panoramic Ropeway, where you get stunning views of the famed mountain!
Cost: From ~S$308/night (1 pax)
Distance from Mount Fuji Station: 4km
How to get there: 10min taxi ride from Mt Fuji Station (Google Maps)
Fun Things to Do Around Mt Fuji
Since you’re already in the Fuji area, don’t just stay cooped up in your Ryokan! There are plenty of nearby attractions to explore too like Mt Fuji Panoramic Ropeway, Fuji-Q Highland, Fuji Five Lakes, Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine ⛩️
And of course, if you’re up for it, you can attempt to climb Fuji-san. Check out our Mt Fuji guide before you go! For more inspiration, here are other itineraries and guides:
– 7D Japan Itinerary For S$1.3k — A Tokyo and Mount Fuji Adventure
– 9 Best Mt Fuji Viewing Spots — Must-visits and Lesser Known Guide to the Best Photo Spots
– 7D6N Japan Itinerary Under S$1.5k — Road Trip from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji and Beyond
– 3D2N Mt Fuji Itinerary Under S$570 — Road Trip From Tokyo
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