Shangri-la Tsuruoka — Hotel in Kamakura

The location can't be beat. On the main boulevard, just one minute to the Hachimangu shrine gate, maybe 7 minutes to the station. Restaurants, cafes, and shops all around, but with all that's going for it, they still offer really reasonable prices. And the rooms are unlike your usual tiny business-type hotels in Japan. They're quite roomy with sofa, TV, fridge, hot water server and quaint "antique" furniture pieces. The manager was even kind enough to let us check in hours early because the rooms had already been cleaned. Some hotels stick to their time table no matter what. No meals included but you can order out for delivery to your room. Again reasonable but there is also a convenience store across the street and a supermarket one block down toward the station so we just brought in our food because of the fridge. Of course, the best thing was the breathtaking view of the cherry blossoms in front of the hotel. The lanterns light up the boulevard at night. There's too much in Kamakura to cover in one day, so do yourself a favor and stay at the Shangrila for an unexpectedly...

i wonder why this hotel used shangrila as their name.from outside appearance,you will know its an outdated building.the hotel only occupy third floor i think only 8-10 rooms.the hall has no aircon.their front desk its like the lobby in love hotel just a window.the room is stink as well as the bathroom.the furnitures its like 50 years ago.the bed is hard ,now its summer but they used winter sheets.even if it is free i will not stay...

The staff is very friendly and nice, provided good advice such as using the emergency stairs because elevator may not work late at night. Rooms have basic necessities. Good for if you need a quick stay in Kamakura....