"The staff here are beyond courteous and go lengths ahead to ensure every guests stay is as comfortable and memorable as possible. From the gorgeous room with it’s private onsen to the included kaiseki that was incredibly delicious, this place stood out and provided my fiancée and I with the stay of our dreams in Gora, Japan."
"The staff here are beyond courteous and go lengths ahead to ensure every guests stay is as comfortable and memorable as possible. From the gorgeous room with it’s private onsen to the included kaiseki that was incredibly delicious, this place stood out and provided my fiancée and I with the stay of our dreams in Gora, Japan."
"I really enjoyed staying at this hotel. The staff spoke excellent English, and breakfast was amazing. But you have to be prepared to Uber everywhere because the roads aren’t exactly walkable. There are some good food options around - especially Box Burger."
"I really enjoyed staying at this hotel. The staff spoke excellent English, and breakfast was amazing. But you have to be prepared to Uber everywhere because the roads aren’t exactly walkable. There are some good food options around - especially Box Burger."
"This place was amazing! The staff were all so friendly and helpful. We opted for the full dinner and breakfast with a hot spring bath in the room. Everything was incredible. The food tasted fantastic and the bath was lovely and spacious with a beautiful view of the woods behind the hotel. I highly recommend this place to anyone seeking a relaxing ryokan experience. "
"This place was amazing! The staff were all so friendly and helpful. We opted for the full dinner and breakfast with a hot spring bath in the room. Everything was incredible. The food tasted fantastic and the bath was lovely and spacious with a beautiful view of the woods behind the hotel. I highly recommend this place to anyone seeking a relaxing ryokan experience. "
"This was an amazing option to stay at for two nights. We could drop our bags, do the Hakone Gora loop clockwise with a bus stop 1 min from the door, with delicious sushi and a convenience store nearby too (for breakfeast options). Having the the Open Air Museum and a train stop nearby was perfect. The place itself was tidy, warm, had all the essentials we needed, plus a generously sized bathtub (with TV) to relax after completing the loop. The views were beautiful too."
"This was an amazing option to stay at for two nights. We could drop our bags, do the Hakone Gora loop clockwise with a bus stop 1 min from the door, with delicious sushi and a convenience store nearby too (for breakfeast options). Having the the Open Air Museum and a train stop nearby was perfect. The place itself was tidy, warm, had all the essentials we needed, plus a generously sized bathtub (with TV) to relax after completing the loop. The views were beautiful too."
"Had an amazing time. Beautiful onsen with views of Mt. Fuji from the viewing garden and baths. Great food at the buffet. Very spacious room. Can’t recommend this place enough! "
"Had an amazing time. Beautiful onsen with views of Mt. Fuji from the viewing garden and baths. Great food at the buffet. Very spacious room. Can’t recommend this place enough! "
"The room was great and I used the private outdoor bath many times a day. The food was beyond amazing for breakfast and dinner. They gave us so much food and it just kept coming and coming. The staff was very friendly and great. Check in and check out was fast. We were happy with the proximity to the train station we had no problem walking with our suitcases. I would stay there again if we ever comeback to Hakone. "
"The room was great and I used the private outdoor bath many times a day. The food was beyond amazing for breakfast and dinner. They gave us so much food and it just kept coming and coming. The staff was very friendly and great. Check in and check out was fast. We were happy with the proximity to the train station we had no problem walking with our suitcases. I would stay there again if we ever comeback to Hakone. "
"The hotel was spotlessly clean,the staff was very helpful and attentive,made us feel welcome at all times. The onsen is really nice and relaxing. Food was fantastic. It is a beautiful hotel with great amenities. "
"The hotel was spotlessly clean,the staff was very helpful and attentive,made us feel welcome at all times. The onsen is really nice and relaxing. Food was fantastic. It is a beautiful hotel with great amenities. "
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ajisai Onsen Ryokan - Award Winning Private Open Air Onsen Hakone
10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and room was nice, large, and comfy. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was great - mix of different things every day for dinner, filling and good. Location is a bit tricky because it is just above a very steep hill - can just call a taxi at Gora (3 min ride and very cheap)"
YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed
10/10 Excellent
"Love the traditional futon beds and room - it’s comfy and we especially love the private onsen that you can book. Each booking is for 50 mins to enjoy onsen peacefully by yourself "
"Room was amazing. The old architecture with modern amenities was great. The onsen was beautiful. The hotel itself and the area around the hotel, including the gardens were stunning and fun to explore. A perfect oasis, I wish we could have stayed longer. Some lovely shops and restaurants within walking distance. The free shuttle up the hill to the train station was appreciated, although the walk down to the hotel is worth doing. Stop at Naraya cafe as well!"
When you save on your room price, you can make the most of what Hakone has to offer. Top sights include Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Lake Ashi.
What are motels like?
Motels often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, colourful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Hakone?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Family Lodge Hatagoya Hakone Sengokuhara: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Ōwakudani and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Family Lodge Hatagoya Fuji Tagonoura: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Hakone is 21.4 mi (34.4 km) away. Family Lodge Hatagoya Fujiyoshida: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 22 mi (35.5 km) from the heart of Hakone. Family Lodge Hatagoya Yamanakako: Central Hakone is 17 mi (27.4 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay.
What can I do in Hakone?
Enjoy the scenic lakeside and majestic mountain landscape in this relaxing area while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Hakone for its spas, museums and hot springs. Must-see local attractions include Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Lake Ashi. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Ōwakudani, Chisuji Falls and Hakone Gora Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Hakone Pirate Ship, Hakone-en Aquarium and Hakone Ekiden Museum.
What's the weather like in Hakone?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Hakone to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 8°C. The rainiest months in Hakone are October, September, July and June, with each month seeing an average of 213 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Hakone while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Hakone to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Tokyo (HND-Haneda), which is located 47.8 mi (76.9 km) away from the city centre. Head over to Kowakidani Station for metro travel. If you want to travel outside the area, take a train from Hakone Gora Station, Hakone Miyanoshita Station or Hakone Ohiradai Station.