Fuji-Hakone Guest House

A great traditional ryokan. The onsen was great for relaxing after long walks. Simple onsen schedule to book your own time slot. The room was really warm.

We were looking for a ryokan or minshuku experience during our 2 weeks in Japan and the Fuji-Hakone Guesthouse exceeded our expectations. Friendly and attentive staff and owners, access to two private onsen on the premises, beautiful surroundings, fantastic room and comfortable futons, beautiful yukatas. Some reviewers commented on the hostel-style of this accommodation (i.e.; communal facilities such as kitchen, dining area, shared bathrooms) but that’s common for ryokans and the norm for minshuku... and very common in many parts of the world outside of North America. We didn’t find it inconvenient, despite traveling during the New Year high season, there were no wait to access the gender separate bathroom facilities. I enjoyed drinking tea in the evening in the eating area while planning the next day and chatting with the friendly owner. We didn’t take the optional breakfast - although it looked good - because it was a western-style breakfast and with only two weeks in Japan we preferred to eat fish, rice, and onigiri for breakfast (and western-style breakfast back home). We stayed two nights but I’d go back there for a week to re-energize in this peaceful guesthouse.

We loved our room because it was traditional Japanese style and very cosy. The communal facilities were just outside our room and the guest house was equipped with everything we needed. We also loved using the private indoor and outdoor onsen, and the staff were all very friendly and helpful.

There was an English speaking staff. He clearly explained everything related to the facility and restaurants in the surrounding area. He was very kind and helpful. The facility has traditional-style rooms with futon and tatami floor. The bed was very comfortable. I stayed there on a cold winter day but there was a heater in the room therefore cold was not a problem. I loved the indoor private onsen which could be reserved for free each day for half an hour for each room. It was really comfortable and relaxing to use the private onsen. There is a convenience store 5 minutes walk from the guesthouse. Also, the Choanji temple, the Little prince museum and Lalique museum are 5-10 minutes walking distance. Venetian glass museum is also very close in walking distance. The guesthouse is very close to the bus stop therefore very easy to be reached. So the location is very convenient too. I think it is a very good value for its price. I definitely recommend it to everyone staying in Hakone.

Nothing. I loved everything about this place. I wish I stayed there again.