root hakone
9.2
Exceptional(57 reviews)
+1
Hotel Description
Root Hotel Hakone
Welcome to Root Hakone, an exquisite retreat nestled in the tranquil rural district of Hakone, surrounded by sweeping fields of pampas grass. This unique hotel boasts an idyllic location that is just a stone's throw away from cultural gems, such as the Lalique Museum, renowned for its stunning glassware and European art collections. The hotel captures the essence of modern elegance, offering guests a serene ambiance where contemporary design meets natural beauty.
The rooms at Root Hakone are designed for ultimate comfort, featuring spacious layouts adorned with tasteful decor and large windows that invite in natural light. Each room is equipped with high-quality bedding, ensuring a restful night's sleep, and boasts amenities that elevate your stay, such as air conditioning and complimentary high-speed internet. The overall atmosphere is one of tranquility, providing a perfect escape from the bustling city life.
Special amenities set Root Hakone apart, including a fully equipped kitchen in select rooms, making it ideal for families or guests seeking a home-away-from-home experience. The hotel also features a stylish bar where guests can unwind with a selection of fine whiskeys, praised by previous guests and highlighted in numerous reviews.
Transportation is hassle-free with convenient access to public transport options nearby. Gora Station is just a 13-minute taxi ride away, while Kintoki-tozanguchi is only a minute's walk, making it easy for guests to explore the area. The hotel is also accessible from major airports, with Haneda Airport being just 1 hour and 38 minutes by taxi.
Root Hakone prioritizes the health and safety of its guests, implementing strict hygiene protocols to ensure a worry-free stay. The hotel is committed to providing a safe environment for all, with measures in place to maintain cleanliness in all areas.
Nearby attractions offer a plethora of activities, from visiting the Hakone Open-Air Museum, just a 14-minute drive away, to enjoying sightseeing cruises on the scenic Lake Ashi, 23 minutes from the hotel. Guests can immerse themselves in local culture by visiting Hakone Shrine and the Pola Museum of Art, both conveniently close.
Culinary experiences abound with several renowned dining options just minutes away. Dining Yamaboshi, known for its exquisite menu, is a mere minute by taxi. Other nearby restaurants include ル・ヴィルギュル, a charming bistro, and めし処 いなか家 大地, serving authentic Japanese cuisine, both just two minutes from the hotel. Guests can also enjoy delightful izakaya dining at OHANA and savory dishes at China House Gyoza, all within close proximity.
We invite you to experience the enchanting surroundings and exceptional hospitality at Root Hakone, where every detail is designed to ensure a memorable stay.
The rooms at Root Hakone are designed for ultimate comfort, featuring spacious layouts adorned with tasteful decor and large windows that invite in natural light. Each room is equipped with high-quality bedding, ensuring a restful night's sleep, and boasts amenities that elevate your stay, such as air conditioning and complimentary high-speed internet. The overall atmosphere is one of tranquility, providing a perfect escape from the bustling city life.
Special amenities set Root Hakone apart, including a fully equipped kitchen in select rooms, making it ideal for families or guests seeking a home-away-from-home experience. The hotel also features a stylish bar where guests can unwind with a selection of fine whiskeys, praised by previous guests and highlighted in numerous reviews.
Transportation is hassle-free with convenient access to public transport options nearby. Gora Station is just a 13-minute taxi ride away, while Kintoki-tozanguchi is only a minute's walk, making it easy for guests to explore the area. The hotel is also accessible from major airports, with Haneda Airport being just 1 hour and 38 minutes by taxi.
Root Hakone prioritizes the health and safety of its guests, implementing strict hygiene protocols to ensure a worry-free stay. The hotel is committed to providing a safe environment for all, with measures in place to maintain cleanliness in all areas.
Nearby attractions offer a plethora of activities, from visiting the Hakone Open-Air Museum, just a 14-minute drive away, to enjoying sightseeing cruises on the scenic Lake Ashi, 23 minutes from the hotel. Guests can immerse themselves in local culture by visiting Hakone Shrine and the Pola Museum of Art, both conveniently close.
Culinary experiences abound with several renowned dining options just minutes away. Dining Yamaboshi, known for its exquisite menu, is a mere minute by taxi. Other nearby restaurants include ル・ヴィルギュル, a charming bistro, and めし処 いなか家 大地, serving authentic Japanese cuisine, both just two minutes from the hotel. Guests can also enjoy delightful izakaya dining at OHANA and savory dishes at China House Gyoza, all within close proximity.
We invite you to experience the enchanting surroundings and exceptional hospitality at Root Hakone, where every detail is designed to ensure a memorable stay.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Nine-minute walk to Lalique Museum, Hakone
2. Highly praised service by guests
3. Whiskey selection mentioned 13 times in reviews
4. Charming bar atmosphere to unwind
5. Convenient walking distance to public transport options
9.2 Exceptional
Location rating
Top sights
The Hakone Open-Air Museum
14 min
Lake Ashi23 min
Hakone Shrine23 min
Pola Museum of Art7 min
Hakone Venetian Glass Museum (Glass Forest)15 min
Nearest locations
Dining Yamaboshi
1 min
ル・ヴィルギュル2 min
めし処 いなか家 大地2 min
OHANA2 min
China House Gyoza2 min
Bistronomie octobre（ビストロノミー・オクトーブル）2 min
Cafe Dining LüDERA (ルデラ)2 min
bistro×bar ONDE （ビストロ・バー オンド）2 min
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Good to know
| Location rating | 9.2 |
| Nearest airport | Haneda Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 1 hr 38 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Sun, Nov 17
Check-out: Mon, Nov 18
$60
$62
$74
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$75
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$82
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Location
Airports:
Narita International Airport
Taxi: 2 hr 27 min
Transit: 3 hr 32 min
Haneda Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 38 min
Transit: 2 hr 23 min
Transit:
Gora Station
Taxi: 13 min
Walking: 1 hr 18 min
Taro Daira
Walking: 5 min
Sengoku
Walking: 5 min
Kintoki-tozanguchi
Walking: 1 min
仙石原小学校前（バス）
Walking: 8 min
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9.2
Exceptional Location
Sengokuhara
Rural district with broad fields of pampas grass, plus museums for glassware & European art.
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Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
9.3
46 reviews
Wonderful
40
Excellent
1
Good
2
Below Average
1
Not Good
2
James S
5/5
I am genuinely floored by the service and hospitality I experienced here. My friends and I were simply taking a day trip up to Hakone, staying in an unrelated Onsen, and everyone here was so accommodating. Willing to drive us multiple times throughout our trip to the grocery store or back home after us simply drinking in their establishment. 11/10.
Steven deVilleneuve
5/5
These guys were incredible. Yudai and ryo were phenomenal, we didn’t even stay at their hotel/hostel and they went so far out of their way to help us out. Absolutely incredible.
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Tyler McDaniel
5/5
Spent a good amount of time at the bar with friends. The bartender and owner are amazing people! Very nice, very helpful with picking out drinks, and offered us free rides as well! The hospitality is out of this world, these guys are amazing!
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Ryan Thompson
5/5
This hostel is a perfect place to stay if youre looking to get away from the city and see the beautiful nature of Japan. The staff were extremely nice and couldnt have been more helpful with our stay. Would recommend The Root to anyone visiting Hakone.
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Evan lilley
5/5
Great place with great staff. Thanks for making our stay a great experience!
Room 4
Service 5
Location5
Claudio Siegenthaler
5/5
Very clean, spacious and comfortable japanese style room. Kettle, refrigerator, closet, mirror, safe, AC, huge window.the staff was exceptional friendly and helpful and showed us all amenities, explained the surrounding area. they also provide a google map with restaurants and activities, what we very appreciated.the bar and the whiskey collection speaks for itself and amazing.bathrooms and toilets are all clean, modern and well equipped.we always would come back and would recommend the place to friends and family. good job!
papa de johan
5/5
A great tender bar and perfect rooms, everything is clean, I advise you
たマセラティ
2/5
I was disappointed that the shower room floor and sink were dirty.
Tyler legenD
3/5
I really liked this traditional esque accomodation, from the new wood flooring, new furnished kitchen, old style really cool wooden bar. The atmosphere is second to none unbeatable especially at this price point. I don't drink, but the bar had a ludicrous selection, the bartender was clearly knowledgeable (The owner), and service was very friendly. The only negative I found is the room, that's it., and for me, my sleep is all that matters. However, with just a few tweaks to their system, this could easily bump up to four stars. It really would not take much because they have everything else amazing. They also give you an incredibly detailed map of the area showing everything which was incredible to see. I've slept on futons before, but this one was very thin, on top of that, instead of sleeping on tatami mats, you're sleeping on hardwood, which was never made for sleep on. I think an easy way to solve this would be to offer an additional complimentary futon to make up for the lack of tatami. If you're a back sleeper or like a hard bed, then this one is for you. My second issue is that you only get one outlet, like one plug for your devices, again this could easily be fixed with offering a power bar for your guests. Not an issue for me because I'm prepared on top of bringing a towel which I think they charge for 🤔. My last complaint is the noise, all the rooms have a one foot gap on ALL sides so you can hear EVERYTHING. Typically it's only one side. My neighbor snored like a bear, and 2/4 of them left like they were running from a nuke. It doesn't help that the building is loud, the door is squeaky, the locks are noisy, and the light outside the room automatically turns on. I've been to a hostel before where everything was specially made to be quiet, door, floor, and windows.Edit: Owner responded that he's fixing my main two concerns (Bed and power strip, idc too much about the towel), updated to three stars
David Flatow
5/5
The bar here is amazing. Wide and deep whiskey selection. Worth a visit make sure to try some rare and unique whiskeys.
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
ארז חן
5/5
The place is amazing, the greatest service I ever had! Great whiskey and great food! Also the rooms are really nice and the owner is the best guy I have met!
Room 5
Service 5
Location4
Griffin Bell
5/5
We had a drink here (which was a fantastic experience with enjoyable drinks and great service) and my friend accidentally left his wallet. Not only did the owner promptly help us recover it, but he also gave us a ride to Odawara Station afterwards which gave us time to see the castle despite our mistake. We are so grateful and we would highly recommend staying at this excellent establishment.
J J
5/5
Unforgettable experience. This place might have the best bar in Japan.Okay, I didn't go to every bar in Japan, so that's hyperbole, but Yudai runs a great bar, and it's a serious one, with whiskeys from around the world. And the bartender we had (Ryu) is a professional. Cocktails come with artisanal ice chipped before serving (which sounds silly until you see it).Yudai also drove us to town for shopping/eating unprompted, and the next morning drove us to the train station. I have a pocketful of notes about how to pronounce various Japanese phrases, hand-written by him, produced at our time at the bar. It's my favorite souvenir from my time in Japan.Great experience, and I will return. Not a matter of if, but when.
美穂
5/5
It is located in a residential area near the entrance to Mt. Kintoki.As for the accommodation, I stayed at Doritomy, so it wasn't very spacious, but it was clean and had three shower rooms. There are many overseas tourists, and you can enjoy delicious drinks at the attached bar. There are also meals available.We recommend that you save on accommodation fees and have fun drinking alcohol.
taleena
5/5
Excellent place with excellent hosts! Tried rare whiskey and had cocktails made to our tastes - the owner bartenders were fantastic, knowledgeable, and super kind. They truly made our time there special. Didn't stay at the hostel, but came back to the bar almost as many times as we could. Short walk from fun2drive (go there after, not before! 😆), bus stops, or other restaurants, and well worth the stop! We met fun people each time we came back. Thanks so much for the experiences!
Inge Salte Risa Google
5/5
Visited bar and met owner at karakoe bar, had a good time so had to visit wiskey bar as well. Had a good selection of wiskey and makes really good drinks also, gave us good recommendation for eating and travel destination in our journey 🤩
Service 5
Harry M
5/5
Great rooms, great service, great bar
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
ひひ
1/5
The woman's response was good.Maybe it's the owner of this place, but the response varies depending on the customer.It says that the reviews are good, but I doubt whether that is true (lol)
Xyra Nadayag
5/5
Great service! Owner-san even offered us free ride to the station. Will book again if ever we are in Hakone.
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
雄亮
5/5
Drink delicious sake at a stylish bar and sleep soundly. I don't need anything else.It was a great holiday.I'm very satisfied.thank you very much.