Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kamakura-Ofuna Kasamaguchi

Overall, it was pretty good. Pros: 1. Just a 5-minute walk from the station, which is very convenient. 2. The price is quite reasonable for this area. 3. The staff's service attitude was excellent. Cons: 1. The room was a bit small. 2. Smoking is allowed in the rooms here, so there was a smell of smoke as soon as I entered. 3. Mineral water is not provided in the room. 4. Check-in time is 3:00 PM, which is a bit later compared to other hotels, but you can store your luggage.

The hotel is very close to the station, and there are plenty of dining and shopping options nearby, making it convenient to visit Kamakura and Hakone. The room was standard, and breakfast was a set meal from the coffee shop. Overall, I recommend it.

The hotel boasts a super convenient location, right outside a bustling commercial street with a lively atmosphere. What's more, the rooms are very clean and tidy, and the staff are incredibly welcoming. Highly recommend staying here!

Let me start with the negatives. When I first entered the room and turned on the hairdryer, there was an odd smell for some reason. However, it got better after running the air conditioning for a while. The AC didn't feel very powerful; I had to set it to 23 degrees to feel comfortable, and my wet clothes wouldn't dry. Also, the toilet didn't have a bidet function. On the positive side, the bathroom was quite clean, and the location was excellent – just across the street from Ofuna Station. The front desk staff were also very friendly and welcoming.

Excellent stay! The staff were really warm and friendly, which I've come to expect from the Sotetsu hotel chain – their service is always top-notch. Hygiene was also impeccable. The only thing to watch out for, especially in summer, is to make sure you turn on the room's ventilation. Being so close to the sea, the morning sun can be incredibly strong, and since the windows don't open, the room can get quite hot. Just a heads-up to avoid overheating!

The location is super convenient, offering great value for money. It's incredibly easy to get to Kamakura and Enoshima from here. However, the room was indeed very small. I also tried that izakaya nearby that everyone recommended, and I absolutely do not recommend it! The pudding from Jihachiro was delicious though 😋