Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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.

When to visit Hakone

Hakone in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 245
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hakone in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 245
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 Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 8h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Hakone is to pick up a car rental from Tokyo, which is about 54 miles from Hakone. You’ll find branches of Times and Airport Car Rental, 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 Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 8h 15m.

Car

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

Airports near Hakone

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FSZMt Fuji Shizuoka

Airlines serving Hakone

KLM
Good (1,542 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,124 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,446 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,010 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,476 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (946 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,007 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,629 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,887 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,359 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,480 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,421 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,416 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,573 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,672 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,012 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hakone

From 5-star hotels such as the The Fujiya Hotel to great affordable options like the Hakone Kowakien Miyamafurin, Hakone offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 225 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 581 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Onsen Hostel K's House Hakone and Onsen Guesthouse Hakone Tent.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hakone

Most booked hotels in Hakone

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The Fujiya Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 334+
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Hakone Kowakien Ten-Yu
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 542+
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Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 434+
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Laforet Hakone Gora Yunosumika
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 217+
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Hotel New Akao
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 256+
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Toyoko Inn Atami Ekimae
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
C$ 84+
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Renting a car in Hakone

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

Expect to pay C$ 1.48 per litre in Hakone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.67 and C$ 23.56. Economy (Honda Fit or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hakone, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

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

Expect to pay C$ 1.48 per litre in Hakone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.67 and C$ 23.56. Economy (Honda Fit or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hakone, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.