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 August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 241
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hakone in August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 241
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 86 km from Hakone. The shortest flight to Hakone from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 9h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Hakone is to pick up a car rental from Tokyo, which is about 87 km from Hakone. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Alamo, among others, in Tokyo.

Plane

Although Hakone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tokyo All airports (TYO), which is located 86 km from Hakone. The shortest flight to Hakone from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 9h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Hakone is to pick up a car rental from Tokyo, which is about 87 km from Hakone. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Alamo, among others, in Tokyo.

Airports near Hakone

Airlines serving Hakone

KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,591 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,921 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,709 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,502 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (395 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (194 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 C$ 294 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 387 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 (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 400+
Hakone Kowakien Tenyu
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 485+
Mizunoto
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 307+
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 366+
Yumoto Fujiya Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 236+
Hotel Resorpia Atami
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 143+

Renting a car in Hakone

Expect to pay C$ 1.55 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$ 18.53 and C$ 24.70.

Expect to pay C$ 1.55 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$ 18.53 and C$ 24.70.