The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko Hotel  

Perched on the shores of Lake Chūzenji inside Nikko National Park in Japan's northern Kanto region, this luxury lakeside hotel sits minutes from Kegon Falls, Futarasan-jinja and Mount Nantai. It’s about 18 km from central Nikko, making it an ideal base for nature and culture seekers.

Rooms pair graceful Japanese design with private furnished balconies and serene views of Lake Chūzenji or Mount Nantai. Expect air-conditioning, MP3 docking stations, minibars, 55-inch LCD TVs and bathrooms with shower/tub combos and rainfall showerheads.

Relax at a full-service spa fed by Yumoto Onsen and enjoy sauna and massage treatments. The property also offers a fitness club/health center, bicycles to rent, a cozy lobby fireplace, a library, kids' playrooms, a 24-hour front desk and limited onsite parking.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi and concierge services simplify travel and work; additional services include dry cleaning, express check‑out, a tour desk and car-parking options.

Dine at two on-site restaurants — including a Japanese restaurant — plus a cafe and a bar serving drinks and snacks. Menus highlight local Tochigi ingredients and regional flavors; room service runs during limited hours and local-style breakfasts are available daily for a fee.