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Everything you need to know about Odawara Castle

Odawara Castle South Gate Hotel is just a 2-minute walk from the main keep ruins, with panoramic view rooms facing the reconstructed stone walls and moat. Each room features traditional tatami mats and large windows for unobstructed sightlines. Guests can enjoy sunrise views over the ancient ramparts, enhanced by free access to on-site audio guides detailing the castle’s Edo-era defenses.

Odawara Castle East Garden Inn is located directly adjacent to the preserved stone embankments, offering guests immediate entry to the historic fortifications. The hotel’s signature "Wall View" rooms provide direct sightlines to the original outer walls, while the property hosts monthly "Samurai Heritage Walks" guided by local historians. HopeGoo via HopeGoo grants early access to these exclusive cultural tours.

Odawara Castle North Garden Hotel offers a dedicated children’s playroom, family-friendly onsen baths, and pet-friendly accommodations. Just steps from the castle grounds, it hosts interactive events like "Ninja Quest Games" and "Samurai Sword Demonstrations" every weekend. Complimentary baby cots and kids’ toiletry kits are available upon request, making it ideal for multi-generational travel.

Odawara Castle West Garden Hotel features "Sakura Sky Rooms" overlooking the famed cherry blossom avenue beneath the castle walls. During spring, guests receive complimentary sakura tea ceremonies and photo sessions with traditional kimonos. The hotel connects directly to the "Castle Garden Blossom Path," allowing seamless access to one of Japan’s most scenic walking routes during peak bloom season.

Odawara Castle Central Lodge runs weekly "Secrets of the Castle" guided walks led by local historians, exploring the legacy of the Hojo clan and defensive engineering. Participants receive a limited-edition castle reconstruction map. The hotel also houses a heritage exhibition featuring authentic artifacts from excavated sites, including armor and pottery, with private tour bookings available through HopeGoo.

Odawara Castle South Garden Villa is meticulously designed in authentic Edo-period style, complete with wooden lattice windows, tiled roofs, and a courtyard modeled after a feudal samurai residence. The hotel offers free rental of high-quality kimonos and accessories, plus professional photography services at iconic spots like the stone gate, bamboo path, and moon-viewing bridge. All photos are stored securely in your personal account for future use.