Experience Luxury: Hakone's 10 Best Five-Star Accommodations

Date published: 2024/06/26

Hakone Onsen is well-known as one of the premier hot spring destinations in the Kanto region, easily accessible from Tokyo. Not only does it offer hot springs, but also a variety of pleasures such as natural beauty, art museum tours, and gourmet dining in shopping streets, making it a popular tourist spot.
If you want to make your trip to Hakone more memorable, staying at a luxurious five-star hotel is highly recommended.
Here, we introduce five-star hotels in Hakone. Based on the official websites and information from Booking.com, we have carefully selected accommodations with high overall average ratings on Booking.com (8 points or higher).

Enjoy a lavish time with excellent service and a luxurious atmosphere. We recommend booking your favorite accommodation before it's fully booked!
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Fujiya Hotel

【Hakone / Odawara】

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from 66,000JPY
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from 65,508JPY
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Founded in 1878, Japan's first authentic resort hotel offering the finest hospitality

  • The atmosphere of the main building's rooms at Fujiya Hotel, where Japanese and Western styles blend, is captivating
  • Enjoy the source of hot spring water in the bathrooms of all guest rooms
  • About a 7-minute walk from Hakone Tozan Railway Miyanoshita station

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Nestled in the historic area of Miyanoshita, Hakone, Fujiya Hotel boasts a classical ambiance with its main building, Western-style annex, Flower Palace, and the Forest Wing on the hillside, all registered as tangible cultural properties. Enjoy soaking in the onsen in rooms equipped with Miyanoshita natural hot spring baths. Indulge in the new spa, established with the 2020 renovation, and savor traditional French and Japanese cuisine at the on-site restaurants. Conveniently, a complimentary shuttle from Miyanoshita Station is available.

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359 Miyanoshita, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, 250-0404
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Nearest Station
Miyanoshita Station (Hakone Tozan Railway) 8 minutes on foot

Gora Kadan

【Hakone / Odawara】
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from 132,000JPY
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A hot spring inn that combines traditional Japanese materials with modern expression

  • Authentic kaiseki cuisine decorated with carefully selected seasonal ingredients
  • Guest rooms in the annex feature a giant rock garden open-air bath
  • Conveniently located about a 3-minute walk from Hakone Tozan Railway Gora station

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from 132,000JPY
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Gora Kadan, situated in Hakone's Gora area, blends traditional Japanese ambiance with modern architecture. This hot spring inn offers a gentle alkaline spring, free WiFi, and private parking. Just a 5-minute walk from Gora Station, guests can unwind in the skin-friendly waters renowned for their restorative properties.

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Gora 1300, Hakone, Kanagawa, 250-0408
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Nearest Station
Chokoku-no-Mori Station (Hakone Tozan Railway) 6 minutes on foot

Hakone Retreat villa 1f

【Hakone / Odawara】

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from 59,587JPY
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A secluded hideaway nestled in the forests of Hakone

  • Private outdoor or semi-outdoor hot spring baths in all buildings
  • Enjoy authentic kaiseki cuisine that colors the seasons
  • Convenient bus access from Hakone-Yumoto station or Odawara station

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Hakone Retreat villa 1f offers serene accommodation amid Hakone's lush nature with rooms featuring balconies overlooking mountain views. Equipped with complimentary WiFi, 24-hour front desk, and concierge service, the property also includes an onsen facility. Set 12km from Hakone Yumoto Station, guests can enjoy the garden, terrace, and on-site restaurant. The resort caters to both relaxation and adventure with available hiking and cycling activities.

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Sengokuhara 1286-116, Hakone, Kanagawa, 250-0631
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Nearest Station
Sounzan Station (Hakone Tozan Cable Car)

Hakone Suishoen

【Hakone / Odawara】

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from 91,300JPY
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from 100,400JPY
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A Taisho-modern hot spring inn with open-air baths in all rooms

  • A garden on a 3,000-square-meter property that lets you feel the seasons is a highlight
  • Savor kaiseki cuisine while overlooking the garden
  • Shuttle service available from Kowakidani station on the Hakone Tozan Line and Kowakien bus stop on the Hakone Tozan Bus (reservation required)

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from 91,300JPY
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from 100,400JPY
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Hakone Suishoen, a mere kilometer from Kowakidani Station on the Hakone Tozan Railway, is a five-star hotel immersed in forest serenity. All 23 rooms feature balconies with forest views and complimentary Wi-Fi. Each uniquely designed suite boasts a private open-air bath with natural hot spring waters. Traditional kaiseki cuisine awaits at the on-site restaurant, alongside a free shuttle service to and from Kowakidani Station.

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Address
519-9 Kowakudani, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, 250-0406
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Nearest Station
Kowakidani Station (Hakone Tozan Railway) 19 minutes on foot

Hakone Byakudan

【Hakone / Odawara】

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from 110,000JPY
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from 97,979JPY
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A refined and serene accommodation with the scent of sandalwood

  • Soft Japanese spaces with open-air baths in all rooms
  • Carefully selected sake and wine to complement the kaiseki cuisine
  • Shuttle service available from Kowakidani station on the Hakone Tozan Railway (reservation required)

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Hakone Byakudan, nestled in Hakone town, provides a unique experience with rooms offering open-air baths and the subtle fragrance of sandalwood. Guests enjoy complimentary WiFi, a garden, and an on-site restaurant. Within walking distance to Hakone Gora Park, the location is conveniently accessible.

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Address
1297-5 Ninotaira, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, 250-0407
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Nearest Station
Naka-Gora Station (Hakone Tozan Cable Car) 26 minutes on foot

Hakone Gora KARAKU

【Hakone / Odawara】

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from 98,375JPY
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A luxurious hot spring inn with private open-air baths in all 70 rooms

  • Spacious and comfortable guest rooms of about 56 square meters
  • Multiple baths with different styles, including an observation open-air bath and private baths
  • Conveniently located about a 3-minute walk from Gora station on the Hakone Tozan Railway

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from 98,375JPY
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Hakone Gora KARAKU, located in the scenic heart of Gora, features rooms with private open-air hot spring baths. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views from the top-floor communal baths and three private baths. Each room is outfitted with air conditioning, wardrobe, kettle, fridge, safe, flat-screen TV, and balcony. The ryokan takes pride in its Asian cuisine breakfast, sauna, and concierge services. Accessible within a 3-minute walk from Gora Station or a 20-minute taxi ride from Hakone Yumoto Station.

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Address
Gora 1300-8, Hakone, Kanagawa, 250-0408
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Nearest Station
Gora Station (Hakone Tozan Railway / Hakone Tozan Cable Car) 6 minutes on foot

Hakone Kowakien Ten-yu

【Hakone / Odawara】

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from 68,200JPY
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from 46,357JPY
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An inn with Shinano ware open-air hot spring baths in every room

  • Special rooms with only six themes of time×culture, nature×seasons
  • Enjoy the views of Hakone's mountains from the approximately 12-meter-long terrace
  • Hakone Kowakien Yunessun, enjoyable for families with children, is within walking distance

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Hakone Kowakien Ten-yu enhances your stay with private open-air baths in each room. Marvel at Hakone's panoramic views from the grand bath, "Ukigumo no Yu". Benefit from concierge support and popular anniversary plans. Conveniently located near the "Ten-yu" bus stop, with free shuttle service and parking available.

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1297 Ninotaira, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, 250-0407
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Nearest Station
Kowakidani Station (Hakone Tozan Railway) 25 minutes on foot

Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora

【Hakone / Odawara】

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from 53,000JPY
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from 47,050JPY
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A stayable art hotel that embodies the charm of Hakone with hot springs in all rooms

  • New sensation of hot spring entertainment with thermal spring
  • Footbath café with panoramic views of Hakone's scenery
  • Free shuttle service available from Odawara station to the hotel

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Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora sits by the scenic Hayakawa River, against a backdrop of dynamic Hakone mountains and cherry-lined avenues. All rooms feature natural private onsen baths. Unique design, bold artwork, and surprising hospitality stimulate the senses. Just 35 minutes by bullet train from Tokyo to Odawara Station, with shuttle service from Odawara Station West Exit and free parking for guests.

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Address
924-1 Kiga, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, 250-0402
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Nearest Station
Gora Station (Hakone Tozan Railway / Hakone Tozan Cable Car) 9 minutes on foot

Hakone Hotel Kowakien

【Hakone / Odawara】

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from 48,400JPY
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from 28,656JPY
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Enjoy the hot springs next to Yunessun at this convenient hotel

  • Unlimited use of Yunessan facilities with wine and coffee baths
  • Family-friendly with play space and a water heater for preparing baby formula
  • Shuttle bus available from Gora station to the hotel

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from 48,400JPY
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Hakone Hotel Kowakien is located at the famed "Kowakien-mae", integrated with the day-spa fun of Yunessun. Rooms offer beautiful views complemented by hot springs, sauna, and a seasonal outdoor pool for a relaxing escape. Multilingual, friendly staff ensure a comfortable stay.

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Address
1297 Ninotaira, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, 250-0407
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Nearest Station
Kowakidani Station (Hakone Tozan Railway) 20 minutes on foot

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