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 February
Estimated hotel price
$302
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hakone in February
Estimated hotel price
$302
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 the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 8h 10m.

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 Avis 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 53 miles from Hakone. The shortest flight to Hakone from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 8h 10m.

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 Avis and Alamo, among others, in Tokyo.

Airports near Hakone

Airlines serving Hakone

KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (955 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,593 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,266 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,961 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,949 reviews)
Finnair
Good (862 reviews)
LOT
Good (679 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,727 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (405 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (518 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (195 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hakone

From 5-star hotels such as the Hakone Suishoen to great affordable options like the Hakone Retreat Fore, Hakone offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $237 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $307 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hakone

Most booked hotels in Hakone

Hakone Kowakien Tenyu
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1780 reviews)
$341+
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2494 reviews)
$274+
Mizunoto
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 635 reviews)
$206+
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 868 reviews)
$263+
Setsugetsuka
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 717 reviews)
$169+
Mars Garden Wood Gotenba
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 571 reviews)
$192+

Renting a car in Hakone

Renting a car in Hakone costs $59 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Hakone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hakone, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Hakone costs $59 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Hakone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hakone, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.