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 January
Estimated hotel price
$481
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hakone in January
Estimated hotel price
$481
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 New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 14h 10m.

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 Times and Crq-carrent, 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 New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 14h 10m.

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 Times and Crq-carrent, among others, in Tokyo.

Airports near Hakone

Airlines serving Hakone

KLM
Good (1,509 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,940 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,463 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,343 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,928 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,207 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,583 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (912 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,682 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,567 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,990 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,432 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,312 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,506 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,319 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (999 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 $318 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $804 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

The Fujiya Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$425+
Hakone Kowakien Ten-Yu
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$625+
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$448+
Yumoto Fujiya Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$267+
Laforet Hakone Gora Yunosumika
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$269+
Hotel New Akao
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$344+

Hiring a car in Hakone

Hiring a car in Hakone costs $88 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.78 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 $21.35 and $28.47. Economy (Honda Fit or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Hakone, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Hakone costs $88 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.78 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 $21.35 and $28.47. Economy (Honda Fit or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Hakone, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.