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 June
Estimated hotel price
RM 1462
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hakone in June
Estimated hotel price
RM 1462
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 Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 6h 55m.

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 Relax Rent A Car and Europcar, 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 Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 6h 55m.

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 Relax Rent A Car and Europcar, among others, in Tokyo.

Airports near Hakone

Airlines serving Hakone

KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (945 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,551 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,620 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,301 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (490 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,590 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,968 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,119 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,456 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,887 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (925 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,682 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (830 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (406 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (507 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (196 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 RM 1,106 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,442 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)
RM 1,655+
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,365+
Mizunoto
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
RM 858+
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,216+
Hotel Okada
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 722+
Hotel Resorpia Atami
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
RM 469+

Hiring a car in Hakone

Expect to pay RM 5.26 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 RM 63.03 and RM 84.04. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Hakone, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 5.26 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 RM 63.03 and RM 84.04. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Hakone, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.