Just a glimpse of the magnificent mount Fuji is enough, but if you travel to Hakone, you can enjoy hiking, cycling, fishing, and cruising in the foothills of Japan’s most famous national park!
In this article, I share where you should stay in the mountain town of Hakone, with selections from the best areas and hotels for visitors to this popular Japanese resort.
About Hakone (箱根町)
Hakone in the far west of Kanagawa Prefecture is a mountain resort that sits on the borders of Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
Its amazing views of Mount Fuji, picturesque Lake Ashi, onsen, and miles of hiking and cycling trails draw more than 20 million visitors to the region each year!
Take a look at the sights of Hakone in this excellent 4K walking tour.
The Best Areas of Hakone for Accommodation
Finding great accommodation in Hakone is easy because nature is all around you.
Some areas are better connected than others which are reflected in my accommodation selections.
The best areas and neighborhoods for visitors to Hakone include:
- Hakone-Yumoto
- Gora
- Sengokuhara
- Tonosawa
- Motohakone
However, many of the smaller, family-run ryokan guest houses will transfer you to their property from local stations. Others offer bikes for hire so you can explore.
Where you should stay in Hakone: best Areas and hotels for visitors
Here are my top picks for an amazing stay in the mountain resort of Hakone.
My selections include hotels, ryokan guesthouses, and self-catering apartments that provide maximum access to the outstanding natural beauty in the foothills of Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and its many volcanic hot springs.
1. Shiki Resort Hakone Wanoka
Shiki Resort Hakone Wanoka is under 30 miles from Lake Kawaguchi and the Fuji-Q.
This basic guesthouse with onsen has a picturesque rural setting, 4 miles from the center of Hakone.
About Shiki Resort Hakone Wanoka
| Address | 250-0631 Kanagawa, Hakone, Kozukayama 1285-366, Japan |
| Location | Hakone |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐ |
| Booking | Shiki Resort Hakone Wanoka |
| Property type | Guesthouse |
| Average price per night | $250 |
| Check-in | 4 pm |
| Check-out | 10 am |
| Number of guests allowed | Up to 10 guests in family room |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Number of bedrooms | Family rooms Twin rooms |
| Number of bathrooms | Shared bathroom facilities |
| Linen | Yes |
| Ensuites? | No |
| Washing machine | Yes |
| Heating and hot water | Yes |
| Air conditioning | Yes |
| TV | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Cot | No |
| Garden/Balcony | Yes |
| Parking (nearest parking options) | Yes on-site parking |
| Nearest airport | Oshima Airport (38 miles) |
| Nearest restaurant | Pola Museum Restaurant |
| Nearest park(s) | Hakone Gora Park |
This resort guesthouse in the heart of Hakone consists of private family rooms with shared living areas and bathroom facilities.
The Japanese-style room with woven flooring sleeps up to six people on individual futons, while the twin room has two single beds.
More photos on booking.com
In addition, the property benefits from:
- A games room (table tennis)
- A communal dining room
- An onsen (hot spring bath)
A very basic breakfast is served in the dining room daily. Guests rate the hot spring but point out that the other amenities are pretty basic.
What’s nearby Shiki Resort Hakone Wanoka
- Hakone-Yumoto Station
- Fuji-Q Highland
- Shuzen-ji Temple
- Lake Kawaguchi
- Pola Museum
2. TEMARI, Yumoto, Hakone
TEMARI is a self-catering apartment block that is just moments from the Hakone-Yumoto Station.
It has guest rooms that can be set up in a variety of ways to accommodate groups of up to 8 guests.
Along with a fully-equipped apartment, guests have access to a garden and terrace.
About TEMARI
| Address | 250-0311 Kanagawa, Hakone, 湯本219, Japan |
| Location | Hakone |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Booking | TEMARI |
| Property type | Apartment |
| Average price per night | $380 |
| Check-in | 4 pm |
| Check-out | 10 am |
| Number of guests allowed | Up to 8 in an apartment |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Wheelchair access | Stairs only for upper apartment |
| Number of bedrooms | 3 bedrooms |
| Number of bathrooms | 1 |
| Number of floors | 2 |
| Linen | Yes |
| Ensuites? | No |
| Dishwasher | No |
| Washing machine | Yes |
| Heating and hot water | Yes |
| Air conditioning | Yes |
| Tumble dryer | No |
| Hair dryer | Yes |
| TV | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Cot | Yes (on request) |
| Garden | No |
| BBQ | No |
| Parking (nearest parking options) | Yes on-site parking |
| Nearest airport | Oshima Airport (34 miles) |
| Nearest restaurant | Ginza Renoir (喫茶室ルノアール 箱根湯本駅前店) |
| Nearest park(s) | Forest Adventure Hakone |
TEMARI is a semi-detached property consisting of the following self-contained apartments:
- A standard apartment with 4 twin futons and 2 twin beds
- A family apartment with up to 6 twin futons and 2 twin beds
All apartments are air-conditioned and have fully equipped kitchens and private bathrooms.
There are also washing machines and complimentary toiletries for guests.
More photos on booking.com
Guests praise the cleanliness and peace of this location, and if you want onsen, there are two nearby which offer TEMARI guests a discount (Onsen Hakone no Yu and Asuka).
What’s nearby TEMARI
- Shuzen-ji Temple
- Odawara Castle
- Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
- Tamadare Falls
- Lake Ashi
- Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
- Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History
- Odawara Wanpaku Land
- Hakone Venetian Glass
3. VILLA HAKONE STAGE
VILLA HAKONE STAGE is a stylishly furnished self-catering property. It is located near Togendai Station and only a few minutes from Lake Ashinoko in Hakone.
Each apartment unit in this modular, sustainably-built property has all the furnished and equipped for groups of up to 8 guests.
Choose from apartments A through I depending on your group size and the amount of space you need.
About VILLA HAKONE STAGE
| Address | 160-34 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0522, Japan |
| Location | Hakone |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Booking | VILLA HAKONE STAGE |
| Property type | Self-catering apartments |
| Average price per night | $380 |
| Check-in | 4 pm |
| Check-out | 10 am |
| Number of guests allowed | Up to 8 in an apartment |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Wheelchair access | Stairs only for upper apartments |
| Number of floors | 2 |
| Linen | Yes |
| Ensuites? | No |
| Dishwasher | No |
| Washing machine | Yes |
| Heating and hot water | Yes |
| Air conditioning | Yes |
| Tumble dryer | No |
| Hair dryer | Yes |
| TV | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Cot | No |
| Garden | Yes |
| BBQ | No |
| Parking (nearest parking options) | Yes on-site parking |
| Nearest airport | Oshima Airport (38 miles) |
| Nearest restaurant | Ueno restaurant |
| Nearest park(s) | Hakone Botanical Garden of Wetlands |
Each modular vacation apartment provides guests with an open-plan living space with combinations of futons and double beds.
In addition, each apartment has a fully-equipped kitchen, bathroom, free WiFi, and on-site parking. The decor is of a high standard with smart details like the projector for watching Netflix.
More photos on booking.com
The apartments vary in size and layout so it may be worth contacting the management company, Familiar Link before you book to get an apartment that is the right match.
Each unit is fitted with air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a kitchen including a fridge, microwave, and stovetop.
What’s nearby VILLA HAKONE STAGE
- Ashi Lake Cruise Pier
- Togendai Station (ropeway)
- Ubako Onsen
- Ōwakudani Sulfur Mine
- Gora Park and Open-Air Museum
- Hakone Shrine
- The Venetian Glass Museum
- Little Prince Museum
- Gotemba Premium Outlet
4. Hakone Villa
Hakone Villa is a guest house that offers private rooms, a shared lounge, and shared kitchen facilities.
It is 5.3 miles away from Hakone-Yumoto Station, and just under 30 miles from the Fuji-Q Highland.
The villa’s accommodation is basic but provides a cost-effective alternative to the pricier lodgings in this popular resort region.
The villa is ideally located for hiking in nature and you can bring your dogs for $30 per animal.
About Hakone Villa
| Address | 250-0401 Kanagawa, Hakone, Miyagino 1345-47, Japan |
| Location | Hakone |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐ |
| Booking | Hakone Villa |
| Property type | Self-catering apartments |
| Average price per night | $48 |
| Check-in | 3 pm |
| Check-out | 10 am |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | Yes, $30 per dog |
| Number of floors | 2 |
| Linen | Yes |
| Ensuites? | No |
| Washing machine | No |
| Heating and hot water | Yes |
| Air conditioning | Yes |
| Tumble dryer | No |
| Hair dryer | Yes |
| TV | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Cot | No |
| Garden | Yes |
| BBQ | No |
| Parking (nearest parking options) | Yes |
| Nearest airport | Oshima Airport (37 miles) |
| Nearest restaurant | La Bazza |
| Nearest museum(s) | Hakone Open-Air Museum |
Hakone Villa offers double and twin rooms which are simply furnished and a shared bathroom for all guests.
Some rooms have balconies and others have outstanding mountain views.
Previous guests have highly rated the American breakfast that is served daily. Communal areas offer massage chairs and darts.
More photos on booking.com
The husband and wife hosting team are helpful and knowledgeable about the local area and often offer to transfer guests from the station to the guest house.
What’s nearby Hakone Villa
- Mt. Owakudani
- Gora Station
- Hakone Botanical Garden of Wetlands
- Narukawa Art Museum
- Onshi Hakone Park
- Forest Adventure Hakone
- Venetian Glass Museum
- Museum of the Little Prince
- Hakone Lalique Museum
5. Hakone Shichifukuso 箱根七福荘
Hakone Shichifukuso is a beautiful villa hotel (ryokan) set in the outstanding natural beauty of Hakone.
It has onsen facilities, a terrace, and grounds ideal for a refreshing break.
If you travel to Hakone by train, the villa provides a complimentary transfer from the Togendai train station or the Togendai bus stop. On-site parking is available for up to 15 cars.
About Hakone Shichifukuso
| Address | 250-0522 Kanagawa, Hakone, 159-71 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa |
| Location | Hakone |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Booking | Hakone Shichifukuso 箱根七福荘 |
| Property type | Villa Hotel |
| Average price per night | $250 |
| Check-in | 3 pm |
| Check-out | 11 am |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Linen | Yes |
| Ensuites? | No |
| Washing machine | No |
| Heating and hot water | Yes |
| Air conditioning | Yes |
| Tumble dryer | No |
| Hair dryer | Yes |
| TV | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Cot | No |
| Garden | Yes |
| BBQ | No |
| Parking (nearest parking options) | Yes |
| Nearest airport | Oshima Airport (36 miles) |
| Nearest museum(s) | Hakone Open-Air Museum |
Hakone Shichifukuso has the following guest facilities:
- 2 open-air onsens for men and women separately by reservation
- A shared lounge and terrace with views of Lake Ashinoko and Mt.Fuji
- A restaurant serving high-quality breakfast and evening meals using local ingredients
The following guest rooms are available:
- Main Building Japanese Style Room
- Main Building Western Style Room
- Bettei Condominium
Guest rooms are air-conditioned with a TV, refrigerator, TV, and free Wi-Fi.
More photos on booking.com
The Bettei Condominium is a self-catering apartment that sleeps up to 6 people, ideal for families.
What’s nearby Hakone Shichifukuso
- Museum of the Little Prince
- Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
- Hakone Shrine
- Hakone Open-Air Museum
- Mishima SkyWalk
6. Guest House Edge
Guest House Edge is a cool and contemporary guest house that boasts iconic mountain views, a garden, a terrace, and free bikes for exploring local attractions like the Venetian glass museum which is just across the road.
The guest house also includes a bar and restaurant that is popular with locals.
Owners Yoshio and Yukki speak English, Chinese, and Japanese and offer a warm welcome in keeping with the relaxed vibe of this venue.
About Guest House Edge
| Address | 943-20 Sengokuhara, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0631, Japan |
| Location | Hakone |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Booking | Guest House Edge |
| Property type | Guest House |
| Average price per night | $100 |
| Check-in | 3 pm |
| Check-out | 10:30 am |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | Yes |
| Linen | Yes |
| Ensuites? | Yes |
| Washing machine | On-site laundry facilities |
| Heating and hot water | Yes |
| Air conditioning | Yes |
| Tumble dryer | Yes |
| Hair dryer | Yes |
| TV | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Cot | No |
| Garden | Yes |
| BBQ | No |
| Parking (nearest parking options) | Yes |
| Nearest airport | Oshima Airport (39 miles) |
| Nearest museum(s) | Venetian Glass Museum |
All rooms at Guest House Edge are ensuite and air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi. They each have a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee machine.
Slippers and toiletries are also provided and a delicious breakfast is served each day.
More photos on booking.com
If you prolong your stay, laundry facilities are available on-site and there is a business area where you can send and receive fax, photocopy, and print documents.
A bonus is the free use of a local onsen a short distance away.
What’s nearby Guest House Edge
- Museum of the Little Prince
- Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
- Hakone Botanical Garden of Wetlands
- Pola Museum
- Hakone Museum of Art
- Hakone Gora Park
- Hakone Open-Air Museum
- Okada Museum of Art
Where you should stay in Hakone FAQs
Is Hakone good for onsen
Hakone is one of Japan’s best hot spring resorts. It has more than 12 mineral-rich hot springs that feed the many onsens in the region. Onsen are in many of the hotels and ryokans. If you enjoy a restorative soak in a hot spring, you’ll find many options.
Is Hakone better than Kawaguchiko?
Hakone and Kawaguchiko are two of the most popular resort destinations for views and proximity to Mount Fuji. Out of the two resorts, Hakone has a lot more going on and is much more accessible by public transport, despite Kawaguchiko having better views of the mountain. I will explain more about traveling to Kawaguchiko in my article “Complete Kawaguchiko Hiking Guide”.
Can you visit Hakone in a day?
Hakone can be reached from Tokyo in under two hours by train. Many tour companies also provide cost-effective bus day trips from Tokyo with cruises on the popular pirate ship. However, when you arrive, you’ll see that this resort has so much going on, that a day trip simply isn’t enough!
In Conclusion
Hakone is a great destination for appreciating Japan’s natural beauty and cultural activities.
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