Hakone Onsen is renowned as one of the premier hot spring destinations in the Kanto region, easily accessible from Tokyo. It offers a popular tourist experience that goes beyond hot springs, including the beauty of nature, art museum tours, and gourmet dining in shopping districts. Among the hot springs, the open-air baths are particularly beloved. These baths offer a unique charm that allows you to feel close to nature and enjoy an openness that indoor baths can't match.
Here, we introduce ryokans in Hakone that boast open-air baths. Based on official websites and information from Booking.com, we have carefully selected accommodations that have high overall ratings (8 or above) on Booking.com, exude luxury (4 stars or more), and have a sufficient number of rooms (10 or more).
From various open-air baths, you can relax while taking in the magnificent views of lakes, mountains, and gardens.
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Open-air bath Onsen Ryokans in Hakone
Matsuzakaya Honten
A historic onsen ryokan beloved since the Edo period and depicted in ukiyo-e, celebrating 360 years since its founding.
- Rooms with an open-air bath and five free private open-air baths for guests.
- Winner of a 9.5 score at the Booking.com "Traveller Review Awards 2024".
- About a 3-minute walk from the Hakone Tozan Bus "Higashi-Ashi no Yu" station.
Matsuzakaya Honten, nestled in the healing waters of Hakone Ashinoyu, is a historic hot spring inn dating back to 1662. Guests can indulge in the three major beautifying spring qualities: sulfur, sulfate, and bicarbonate, flowing abundantly at 200 liters per minute. Surrounded by nature, this esteemed source has been celebrated in Utagawa Hiroshige's ukiyo-e art. Enjoy a serene soak in these famed waters steeped in history.
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Ashinoyu 57, Hakone, Kanagawa, 250-0523View Map
- Nearest Station
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Kowakidani Station (Hakone Tozan Railway)
Gora Kadan
The annex rooms with a giant rock garden open-air bath come highly recommended.
- Family baths with a steam sauna (open-air bath) available for free for 40 minutes.
- Authentic kaiseki cuisine decorated with selected seasonal ingredients.
- Well-located, about a 3-minute walk from the Hakone Tozan Railway "Gora" station.
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, 250-0408View Map
- Nearest Station
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Chokoku-no-Mori Station (Hakone Tozan Railway) 6 minutes on foot
Hakone Kyuan
A culinary inn with all rooms featuring a semi-open-air bath.
- A private bath with a view of Myojogatake, famous for its Daimonji-yaki.
- Aiming for Japan's best breakfast, a feast for the eyes that promotes beauty and health.
- Shuttle service from Kowakien station is available.
Hakone Kyuan, nestled in Hakone Town, offers rooms with private open-air and semi-open-air baths fed by a natural hot spring. Each room features free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom, set in a serene, modern-Japanese decor. Select rooms boast mountain views. Guests can savor seasonal kaiseki cuisine, and enjoy 24-hour front desk service, complimentary shuttle, and parking.
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1297-248 Ninotaira, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, 250-0407View Map
- Nearest Station
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Naka-Gora Station (Hakone Tozan Cable Car) 29 minutes on foot
Hakone Suishoen
An inn with a Taisho-era ambiance, all rooms come with an open-air bath.
- A large communal bath where you can enjoy a dry sauna.
- A dining place where you can enjoy Japanese kaiseki cuisine and teppanyaki.
- Shuttle service from Kowakudani station is available.
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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519-9 Kowakudani, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, 250-0406View Map
- Nearest Station
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Kowakidani Station (Hakone Tozan Railway) 19 minutes on foot
Suiun
A high-class annex with all rooms featuring a hinoki cypress open-air bath.
- Three private baths with different characters: hinoki bath, rock bath, and ceramic bath.
- A dining place where all seats are semi-private or private.
- Well-located, about a 5-minute walk from Gora station.
Suiun, located in Gora Onsen, offers a refined stay that honors the traditional Japanese "sekki" or 24-season system. Each room comes equipped with a desk, coffee maker, fridge, safe, flat-screen TV, terrace, and private bathroom. Guests can relish garden views from the balcony and indulge in the four-star hot spring experience.
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Gora 1300-61, Hakone, Kanagawa, 250-0408View Map
- Nearest Station
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Koen-Shimo Station (Hakone Tozan Cable Car) 2 minutes on foot
Hakone Gora KARAKU
A luxurious onsen ryokan with all 70 rooms equipped with a private open-air bath.
- Several baths with different characters, including an observation open-air bath and private baths.
- Spacious and comfortable rooms of approximately 56 square meters.
- Well-located, about a 3-minute walk from the Hakone Tozan Railway Gora station.
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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Gora 1300-8, Hakone, Kanagawa, 250-0408View Map
- Nearest Station
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Gora Station (Hakone Tozan Railway / Hakone Tozan Cable Car) 6 minutes on foot
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
Open-air baths with views of Lake Ashi and the garden, each a separate delight.
- Semi-open-air private baths available.
- Blissful moments on a water terrace overlooking Lake Ashi.
- Convenient free shuttle bus from Odawara station to the hotel.
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori rests on the shores of Lake Ashi, boasting a prime location. Rooms offer lake or mountain views for a serene stay. Guests can unwind in the onsen baths and footbath cafe. Savor meals in the buffet with a blend of Japanese and Western styles. Just a 2-minute walk from Togendai Station on the Hakone Ropeway, accessibility is seamless.
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Motohakone Togendai 160, Hakone, Kanagawa, 250-0522View Map
- Nearest Station
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Sounzan Station (Hakone Tozan Cable Car)
Yoshiike Ryokan
Enjoy with family in the onsen open-air pool.
- A garden open-air bath where you can view the scenery of the four seasons.
- Approximately 10,000 tsubo of a rich natural pond garden.
- Well-located, about a 7-minute walk from Hakone-Yumoto station.
Yoshiike Ryokan, nestled in Hakone Yumoto Onsen, offers traditional Japanese rooms with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and fridges. Experience authentic futon bedding, enjoy the natural hot spring baths, and stroll through the ryokan's Japanese garden to witness the beauty of changing seasons. Conveniently located a 7-minute walk from Odakyu Hakone Yumoto Station.
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Yumoto 597, Hakone, Kanagawa, 250-0311View Map
- Nearest Station
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Hakone-Yumoto Station (Hakone Tozan Railway) 8 minutes on foot
Yumoto Fujiya Hotel
A long-established onsen ryokan near the station, celebrating its 50th anniversary.
- An open-air bath surrounded by nature.
- Comfort for families with children, with a children's menu and support goods.
- Well-located, about a 3-minute walk from Hakone-Yumoto station.
Yumoto Fujiya Hotel, situated in Hakone Yumoto Onsen, offers a relaxing space suitable for families and groups. Surrounded by greenery, it serves as an ideal base for exploring Hakone with the soothing sounds of the Hayakawa River nearby. The main building's 6th-floor Japanese-Western rooms were newly renovated in March 2024. Just a 3-minute walk from Hakone Yumoto Station ensures easy access.
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Yumoto 256-1, Hakone, Kanagawa, 250-0392View Map
- Nearest Station
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Hakone-Yumoto Station (Hakone Tozan Railway) 4 minutes on foot
Tensui Saryo
Rooms and a large communal bath where you can enjoy two different types of hot spring qualities.
- An extraordinary footbath café and bar.
- Traditional Japanese beauty scattered throughout the inn, such as paintings and obi.
- Well-located, about a 3-minute walk from Gora station.
Tensui Saryo offers a tranquil retreat just a 3-minute walk from Gora Station. Select rooms feature private open-air baths with views of Hakone's mountains. Guests can indulge in traditional Japanese cuisine using fresh seasonal ingredients. Enjoy the warmth of wood in private spaces designed for comfort, complemented by facilities like a footbath bar and private open-air baths.
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1320-276 Gora, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, 250-0408View Map
- Nearest Station
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Gora Station (Hakone Tozan Railway / Hakone Tozan Cable Car) 1 minute on foot
