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 January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 364
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hakone in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 364
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 Avis, 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 Avis, among others, in Tokyo.

Airports near Hakone

Airlines serving Hakone

KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,268 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,941 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,728 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (405 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (516 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (195 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 Före, Hakone offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 292 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 422 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 Kowakien Tenyu
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 477+
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 382+
Mizunoto
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 259+
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 360+
Hotel Okada
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 204+
Hilton Odawara Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 250+

Renting a car in Hakone

Expect to pay C$ 1.54 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$ 18.39 and C$ 24.52.

Expect to pay C$ 1.54 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$ 18.39 and C$ 24.52.