Hakone Gora Onsen Family Scent

8.2
Excellent
(150 reviews)

1321-395 Gora, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0408, Japan

+81 460-87-1150

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Hotel Description

Hakone Gora Family Onsen Resort

Welcome to Hakone Gora Onsen Family Scent, located at 1321-395 Gora, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0408, Japan. Nestled among the serene trees, this hot spring hotel offers a tranquil escape, just 4 km from Kowakidani train station and a short drive from the enchanting Hakone Open-Air Museum, renowned for its art exhibits set in a stunning outdoor landscape. The hotel’s design embodies a traditional Japanese aesthetic, harmonizing with the surrounding nature and providing guests with a peaceful retreat. The vibrant location allows guests to immerse themselves in the local culture and attractions, including Gora Park’s French-style gardens and numerous hot springs that characterize this picturesque resort area.

The accommodations at Hakone Gora Onsen Family Scent are designed for comfort and relaxation, featuring straightforward dormitory-style rooms that offer tatami flooring and futons, comfortably sleeping up to 12 guests. Each dorm includes essential amenities such as minifridges and in-room sinks, with shared bathrooms to enhance the communal experience. For those seeking a more private retreat, the hotel also offers traditional private rooms, equipped with short-legged tables and cushions, ideal for an authentic Japanese experience. The ambiance of the rooms is soothing, encouraging a restful stay, complemented by natural light filtering through the windows.

One of the standout features of this hotel is the relaxed onsen, a bathhouse where guests can unwind in natural hot spring water. With both indoor and outdoor sitting areas, it provides the perfect setting for rejuvenation. The hotel does not provide breakfast, but there is a down-to-earth restaurant on-site offering lunch and dinner, where guests can savor delicious local cuisine in a friendly atmosphere. The hotel also features an aesthetic salon and is kid-friendly, making it a great choice for families looking to enjoy a getaway.

Transportation options are convenient for exploring the region. Nearby public transport includes Gora Station, which is only a 9-minute taxi ride away, making it easy to connect to the wider rail network. For those arriving by air, both Narita and Haneda airports are accessible via taxi or transit, ensuring seamless travel to and from the hotel.

The hotel is dedicated to the health and safety of its guests, implementing comprehensive measures to ensure a secure environment throughout their stay. This commitment to safety allows guests to relax and enjoy their experience without worry.

At Hakone Gora Onsen Family Scent, guests can indulge in various activities. The hotel’s location provides access to popular attractions, including the Hakone Open-Air Museum, Lake Ashi, and the historic Hakone Shrine, all within a short travel distance. Additionally, visitors can explore Gora Park, known for its botanical gardens and tea house, or take in the art displayed at the Pola Museum of Art, which offers a serene forest trail for a leisurely stroll.

Dining options in the area are plentiful. Guests can enjoy a variety of cuisines at nearby restaurants, such as Le Petit Souhait, a charming spot known for its French fare, and 荒井商店, offering authentic Peruvian dishes. Other recommended dining options include 和楽の風 for traditional meals, MAKANAIDOKORO たんぽぽ for Japanese comfort food, and よるのあじと for Italian cuisine, each providing a unique dining experience that showcases the local flavors.

We invite you to experience the warm hospitality and unique offerings of Hakone Gora Onsen Family Scent. This hotel promises a rejuvenating stay surrounded by nature, art, and culture, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking a peaceful getaway in one of Japan’s most beautiful regions.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Located just 4 km from the Hakone Open-Air Museum

2. Gender-segregated dorms with tatami floors and futons

3. Relaxed onsen with natural hot spring water

4. Convenient transportation options to major attractions

5. Kid-friendly environment with aesthetic salon services

6. Private rooms featuring traditional Japanese décor

7. On-site restaurant serving local cuisine for lunch and dinner

8. Beautiful gardens and hot springs in the surrounding area

9. Proximity to Gora Park and its French-style gardens


7.0 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

The Hakone Open-Air Museum
9 min
Lake Ashi
21 min
Hakone Shrine
19 min
Hakone Gōra Park
7 min
Pola Museum of Art
12 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating7.0
Nearest airportHaneda Airport
Travel time to airport1 hr 42 min

Location

1321-395 Gora, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0408, Japan

Airports:

Narita International Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 32 min

Transit: 3 hr 39 min

Haneda Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 42 min

Transit: 2 hr 30 min

Transit:

Gora Station

Taxi: 9 min

Walking: 44 min

Kowakidani Station

Taxi: 10 min

Walking: 57 min

Chokokunomori Station

Taxi: 9 min

Walking: 51 min

Miyanoshita Station

Taxi: 15 min

Walking: 1 hr 20 min


Nearby locations

7.0

Very Good Location

Gora

Hot springs resort & last stop on the Hakone Tozan Railway, with French-style gardens in Gora Park.

Top Attractions


Amenities and Facilities

Activities

Banquet hall

Parking & transportation

Parking

Transfer

Pets

No pets

Public bath

Natural onsen

Open air bath

Food & drink

No breakfast

Wellness

No fitness center

Aesthetic salon

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

Rooms

Air conditioning


Reviews

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ムィ太郎

4/5
This is a record of my visit in 2022. This is the best sulfur spring ✨This hot spring is drawn from Owakudani and the hot water flowers are dancing! (Perhaps it's a steam-generated hot spring?) The weather wasn't great, but the atmosphere was nice and I was able to relax ✨ It's a bit expensive, but you can reserve the open-air bath for 45 minutes for ¥1,800 per person ✨ There is no time limit for the indoor bath 😃 Open-air bath Although you have to wear clothes for the indoor bath, it was an open-air bath that I would like to visit again! ✨

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Mandy Chow

1/5
Regarding this hot spring hotel, I can say with a very sincere attitude *I won her*; I have stayed at the "Hakone" hot spring hotel in Osha. The shrimps were too dry to bite) The portion of sashimi was small and greasy, the tempura luncheon meat, sushi, boiled water noodles; and there was also a piece of fish in a sauce that had been frozen for thousands of years! I tried a bite of the hotpot with 2 slices of white pork and half an onion (I forgot to include the sauce); as for the hot springs for both men and women, they are the same style and have very dilapidated bathrooms that are a little larger than a family bathtub. They actually provide disposable plastic red shower caps. Is this a Japanese way of doing business? A tourist area with this kind of service quality is like pretending to be a pig! Or you may be curious about what will happen that day. The answer is that one of them has a large temporary tattoo.

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Kathrin Jungehuelsing

4/5
The Mizu No Kaori is a very nice ryokan. Particularly noteworthy is the really exceptionally good service! And the food is spectacular, both in the morning and especially in the evening!! The quality of the food is great. The hotel is very, but very clean. There are 2 indoor onsen, one is a bit small, the second is quite nice. A private onsen outside is great (at an additional cost).

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Cecil Thomas

5/5
This was a lovely traditional ryokan on the affordable end. There's just a couple of rooms, so it's a nice quiet experience. The staff are wonderful and have good humor. The rooms themselves are tatami floor, spacious, and clean. Dinner and breakfast were traditional Japanese kaiseki, and at a time you must book. You can also book the outdoor onsen for 2000yen, and it is definitely recommended. They will drive you back to the cable car station in the morning. I am very glad we came here on our trip to Hakone.

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Maxime

5/5
Great place to stay ! Food was fantastic, place is very peaceful, and the inside & outside Onsen are unique. Thank you so much !

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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Bilal Mohammed

4/5
Lovely little onsen in Hakone. Ran by a lovely little family who go out of their way to make you feel at home. The food was simply amazing, a variety of dishes for breakfast and dinner that we were excited to try! Make sure to arrive early to allow them to prepare your dinner in time, we arrived late not knowing this but were very grateful to be served at late notice.Onsen spa was readily available for men/women and private spa was able to be booked at last minute - well worth it!Rooms were clean, futons were very comfortable.Only difficulty is the location as it is in a remote area of Hakone - can be accessed by bus and short walk but would recommend taxi / car.They also gave us a lift in the morning for the start of the Hakone loop.Wonderful experience overall!