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Hakone Kowakien

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Lake Ashi

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A swimming pool with a view of autumn foliage and mountains.
A buffet with various dishes including sushi, salads, and pasta.
An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of trees, and a wall with greenery.
A spacious lobby with a large window offering a mountain view, wooden paneling, and potted plants.
A wooden-floored sauna with a glass door, a wooden bench, and a wooden heater.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1297 Ninotaira Hakone-Machi,, Ashigarashimo-Gun, Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, 250-0407
  • Place, Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hakone Open Air Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

Twin room, Non-smoking (Casual Twin Room (with Breakfast))

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin room, Non-smoking (Casual twin room (early dinner))

A hotel room with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

Twin room, Non-smoking (Casual twin room (early dinner))

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin room, Non-smoking (Casual Twin Room (Dinner Second Half))

A hotel room with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

Twin room, Non-smoking (Casual Twin Room (Dinner Second Half))

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Casual Twin Room, Dinner 19:30 w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of trees, and a wooden ceiling.

Casual Twin Room, Dinner 19:30 w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room A, Dinner 19:30 w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small round table, two chairs, and a view of greenery through the window.

Standard Room A, Dinner 19:30 w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room B, Dinner 19:30 w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

Standard Room B, Dinner 19:30 w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room A, Breakfast Plan w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small round table, two chairs, and a view of greenery through the window.

Standard Room A, Breakfast Plan w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room B, Breakfast Plan w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

Standard Room B, Breakfast Plan w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Casual Twin Room, Breakfast Plan w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of trees, and a wooden ceiling.

Casual Twin Room, Breakfast Plan w/ Thermal Spring Pass, Non-Smoking (No extra bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Hakone

Ninohira stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Ninohira hotel, you'll find Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Hakone Open Air Museum. Okada Museum of Art and Chisuji Falls are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hakone Kowakien Yunessun - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Okada Museum of Art - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hakone Open Air Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hakone Gora Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Kowakidani Station - 12 min walk
  • Hakone Gora Station - 20 min walk
  • Haneda Airport (HND) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hakone Open-Air Museum Café - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪箱根餃子センター - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪ダイニングはこね - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪CAFE Ryusenkei - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪鮨・天麩羅 風月 - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hakone Kowakien

4-star hotel near Lake Ashi
Hakone Kowakien offers its guests hot springs, a lazy river, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A seasonal outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Hakone Kowakien. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Hakone hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 2023
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hakone Kowakien offers 150 accommodations with minibars and safes. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Hakone hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private onsen (in communal space). Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen). This service features separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:00 PM to midnight. There are 2 indoor hot springs and 2 outdoor hot springs open between 5:00 AM and midnight. The temperature in the hot springs is set to 108°F.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,500 to 2,500 for adults and JPY 1,500 to 2,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 6 2025 to June 30 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2500 to 2500 for adults, and JPY 1500 to 2000 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open July 12 and close August 31.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • Hot springs access available from 5:00 AM to midnight.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services, spa treatments, and private bath/onsen. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Hakone Kowakien Hotel
Hakone Hotel Kowakien
Hakone Kowakien Hakone
Hakone Kowakien Hotel Hakone

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hakone Kowakien to the airport?

Hakone Kowakien is 61.7 mi (131-min drive) away from the Haneda Airport (HND) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hakone Kowakien?

As of Sept 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hakone Kowakien on Sept 10, 2026 start from CA $232, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hakone Kowakien have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hakone Kowakien.

How close is Hakone Kowakien to the beach?

This hotel is 18.3 mi (61-min drive) from Atami Sun Beach and 16.6 mi (50-min drive) from Miyukinohama Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hakone Kowakien offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Hakone Kowakien, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between JPY 2500 and 2500 for adults, JPY 1500 and 2000 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hakone Kowakien?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hakone Kowakien?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hakone Kowakien?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hakone Kowakien have a pool?

Hakone Kowakien features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Does Hakone Kowakien have a restaurant?

Hakone Kowakien is home to フォンテンブロー, which features garden views and brunch.

Does Hakone Kowakien have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Hakone Kowakien to downtown Hakone?

Hakone Kowakien is 1 mi away from Hakone.

Hakone Kowakien Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 283 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mimi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice onsen and the beds were comfortable. The buffet was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best food i’ve ever had at a hotel buffet
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

volodymyr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and dinner are very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful clean rooms, great dinner and breakfast Buffett! We all enjoyed a relaxing evening at the Yunessun
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cashless Hotel , good location for the cable car
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and dinner buffet included, beautiful garden and easy access to bus to rope line and hiking. Lovely outdoor Onsen as well as grand windows overlooking mountains and garden. Relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great & onsen was clean, no fresh towel service at the onsen
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs went above and beyond to accommodate our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mikhail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was pricy but it’s worth it! Beautiful hotel, lovely views. The breakfast buffet was amazing. We had the Yunnesen access included and it was an amazing experience. We didn’t use the onsen but had a look and it was beautiful as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

ROSELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are satisfied with the breakfast. I hope they serve ala carte for dinner. Not all guest are not into buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I had higher expectations but overall not bad. Beware this is a family resort so expect running screaming kids especially at dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hotel in an awesome location! Loved the onsens.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is beautiful and tranquil. The onsen was very clean and extremely relaxing and rarely crowded. A bit of a language barrier with the staff and they are unable to accommodate luggage transfer which was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Food was so-so. Hotel does not forward luggage with Yamato as others do. Location is pretty awkward and taxis unwilling to go there
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Junchao

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
good resort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tomomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an embarrassing experience of trying to check into the Ten Yu hotel, which is the higher ended hotel with the same name. I wish they would have acknowledged that it “happens all the time” but all we felt was embarrassing and shame. Once checked into the Kowakien Hotel, everything was fine. But the initial embarrassment never left us. We did enjoy the onsen and food, and the location was perfect. Just don’t make the mistake we did… but the hotel is wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tanner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice getaway into the mountains of Hakone. The private onsens were really nice and relaxing (about $15 USD for an hour), easy to book too. The massage services were wonderful as well. My wife and I got breakfast and dinner included in our stay as well which had a pretty good variety and quality to it. Convenient too since there are not really any restaurants nearby but you can get to one if you take the bus or walk for a bit. Great staff, clean facilities. The washer dryer situation was rough. Washed well enough but the drying part didn't work so well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

NELSON H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Saito

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay at Hakone. The dinner & breakfasts were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly wonderful, beautiful, and relaxing hotel. Food was also very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good hotel, nice garden and food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024