Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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.

When to visit Hakone

Hakone in December
Estimated hotel price
$558
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hakone in December
Estimated hotel price
$558
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 New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 11h.

Car

Another option to get to Hakone is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 54 miles from Hakone. You’ll find branches of Yesaway 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 New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 11h.

Car

Another option to get to Hakone is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 54 miles from Hakone. You’ll find branches of Yesaway and Alamo, among others, in Tokyo.

Airports near Hakone

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Airlines serving Hakone

KLM
Good (1,487 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,853 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,298 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,384 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,913 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,545 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,556 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,894 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,378 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,242 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,488 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,173 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (994 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hakone

From 5-star hotels such as the The Fujiya Hotel to great affordable options like the Hakone Kowakien Miyamafurin, Hakone offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $343 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $874 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 & Garden -Asante Inn-.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hakone

Most booked hotels in Hakone

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Hakone Kowakien Ten-Yu
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$659+
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Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$444+
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Hakone Yumoto Onsen Hotel Kajikaso
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$324+
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Laforet Hakone Gora Yunosumika
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$329+
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Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$619+
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Hakone Sengokuhara Prince Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$264+
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Hiring a car in Hakone

Hiring a car in Hakone costs $91 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $2.06 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 $24.63 and $32.83. Economy (Honda Fit or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Hakone, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Hakone costs $91 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $2.06 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 $24.63 and $32.83. Economy (Honda Fit or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Hakone, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.