Hakone travel guide

Hakone Tourism | Hakone Guide

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 September
Estimated hotel price
£227
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hakone in September
Estimated hotel price
£227
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 the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 16h 25m.

Car

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

Bus

Bus operates bus routes 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 the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 16h 25m.

Car

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

Bus

Bus operates bus routes to Hakone.

Airports near Hakone

Airlines serving Hakone

KLM
Good (850 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,464 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,294 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,931 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,746 reviews)
Finnair
Good (877 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (396 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,529 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (493 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (193 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in Hakone

From 5-star hotels such as the Fujiya Hotel to great affordable options like the Hakone Retreat Före, Hakone offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £188 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £225 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hakone

Most booked hotels in Hakone

Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£230+
Hakone Kowakien Tenyu
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£283+
Mizunoto
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£175+
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£212+
Hotel Okada
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£126+
Hilton Odawara Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£156+

Hiring a car in Hakone

Expect to pay £0.91 per litre in Hakone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.82 and £14.42. The most frequently booked car type in Hakone is Economy (Honda Fit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £0.91 per litre in Hakone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.82 and £14.42. The most frequently booked car type in Hakone is Economy (Honda Fit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.