Hakone travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hakone

With a population of 13,339, Hakone is a must-see destination in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hakone to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Hakone

If you’re looking for affordable options, 懐石料理 花壇 (箱根町強羅1300 強羅花壇) and Itoh Dining by NOBU (箱根町強羅1300-64) are great picks.

When to visit Hakone

Hakone in September
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hakone in September
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hakone

Plane

Although Hakone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tokyo All airports (TYO), which is located 53 miles from Hakone. The shortest flight to Hakone from Australia departs from Cairns and takes around 7h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Hakone is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 54 miles from Hakone. You’ll find branches of Relax Rent A Car and Times, among others, in Tokyo.

Plane

Although Hakone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tokyo All airports (TYO), which is located 53 miles from Hakone. The shortest flight to Hakone from Australia departs from Cairns and takes around 7h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Hakone is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 54 miles from Hakone. You’ll find branches of Relax Rent A Car and Times, among others, in Tokyo.

Airports near Hakone

Airlines serving Hakone

KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,928 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (395 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,511 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (193 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hakone

From 5-star hotels such as the Fujiya Hotel to great affordable options like the Hakone Retreat Fore, Hakone offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $337 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $440 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include K's House Hostels - Hakone Yumoto Onsen and Onsen Guesthouse Hakone Tent.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hakone

Most booked hotels in Hakone

Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$448+
Hakone Kowakien Tenyu
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$543+
Mizunoto
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$343+
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$409+
Mars Garden Wood Gotemba
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$288+
Yumoto Fujiya Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$265+

Hiring a car in Hakone

Hiring a car in Hakone costs $88 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.73 per litre in Hakone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.76 and $27.67.

Hiring a car in Hakone costs $88 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.73 per litre in Hakone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.76 and $27.67.