Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Fuji Speedway Hotel in Shizuoka, Japan, the first property within The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand in Japan, introducing the first of a planned compilation of "story-worthy" hotels into the country.
Set against the backdrop of Mount Fuji, about 80 minutes by car from Tokyo, the hotel is adjacent to the historic Fuji Speedway motor racing circuit, which hosts world-class racing events, and offers an opportunity to experience the excitement of motorsports. The hotel also houses the Fuji Motor Sports Museum, which showcases about 40 racing cars dating from the end of the 19th century—an exclusive space where guests can learn and be immersed in the history and culture of this exciting sport.
Fuji Speedway Hotel has 120 accommodations, including 21 spacious suites, all with private balconies offering views of Fuji Speedway race circuit or Mount Fuji. They also include five dog-friendly villas that include individual private garages with floor-to-ceiling windows on one side. The interiors of all rooms are complemented by sophisticated finishes, from marble detailing to the spa-like bathrooms that include deep-soaking tubs.
The hotel houses two restaurants serving authentic local fare, a bar and an all-day dining lounge, all with interiors celebrating the golden age of motorsports. TROFEO is an all-day Italian trattoria-style eatery with outdoor terraces, private rooms and a casual lobby lounge with views of Mount Fuji. Robata Oyama offers an interactive Japanese dining experience where premium meat, fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables are grilled at the central show kitchen. Bar 4563 is a speakeasy-style bar with an outdoor terrace; motor enthusiasts will enjoy identifying the many model cars that line its walls. Its menu includes crafted cocktails and a range of premium Japanese whiskeys.
Guests can also revitalize their mind, body and soul at Omika Wellness & Spa, a sanctuary dedicated to health and well-being that includes an indoor pool, a spa, indoor and outdoor hot spring onsens, and a spacious fitness center. In another nod to motorsports fans, the fitness center boasts a state-of-the-art driving simulator designed for professional race car drivers, but accessible for guests.
Fuji Speedway Hotel can also host big or small gatherings, ranging from a board meeting for eight, to a conference for up to 310 people. It offers two unique, pillar-less venues: a ballroom and function room with a show kitchen and VIP room, spanning over 5,597 square feet.
Nearby, guests can enjoy a wide range of natural attractions and outdoor activities. The main attraction is Mount Fuji, an UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Site that is home to sacred venues of artistic inspiration over the centuries. These include the Fuji Sengen-jinja shrines, the Shiraito-no-taki waterfalls, and the Fujigoko five lakes that surround the foot of the mountain. Also close by is Mishima Skywalk, Japan’s longest suspension footbridge, and an open-air premium outlet shopping mall.
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