Hakone Hoshi no Akari
7.4
Very Good(239 reviews)
1245-432 Sengokuhara, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0631, Japan
+81 288-53-6050
Hotel Description
Hakone Hoshi No Akari Ryokan
Nestled on a serene hill overlooking the stunning mountains and Itari Pond, Hakone Hoshi no Akari offers a polished hot spring inn experience that beautifully encapsulates the tranquil essence of Hakone. Located at 1245-432 Sengokuhara, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0631, Japan, this charming retreat is surrounded by picturesque landscapes of broad fields of pampas grass and is conveniently close to several cultural attractions. Guests can explore the nearby Lalique Museum in just a six-minute drive, while other attractions such as the Hakone Open-Air Museum and the Venetian Glass Museum are only a short distance away, adding to the inn's appeal as a gateway to the rich artistic heritage of the region.
The understated yet elegant rooms at Hakone Hoshi no Akari are designed to provide ultimate comfort and relaxation. Many of the accommodations feature private balconies or decks with deep soaking tubs, allowing guests to unwind while enjoying breathtaking views of the mountains and the serene pond. Inside, the rooms are equipped with flat-screen televisions, minifridges, and tea and coffee-making facilities, ensuring that every convenience is at hand. Some rooms also offer traditional futons and tatami floors, enhancing the authentic Japanese experience.
In addition to its comfortable lodging, Hakone Hoshi no Akari boasts several unique amenities that set it apart from other hotels in the area. Guests can indulge in rejuvenating treatments at the spa, soak in the natural onsen, or enjoy a meal in cozy, private dining rooms that serve both breakfast and dinner. The hotel also features a rooftop terrace, a well-stocked library, and a children's playroom, making it an ideal choice for families. With no elevator, the hotel maintains an intimate atmosphere, allowing guests to feel at home.
Transportation to and from Hakone Hoshi no Akari is convenient, with several public transportation options nearby. Guests can reach major airports such as Narita International Airport and Haneda Airport in approximately two hours and an hour and a half, respectively, by taxi. For those relying on public transit, Gora Station is about an 18-minute taxi ride away, and other nearby bus stops provide easy access to local attractions and sites.
Health and safety are top priorities at Hakone Hoshi no Akari, with the hotel implementing rigorous measures to ensure guest well-being. The establishment maintains high cleanliness standards and offers contactless services where possible, reflecting its commitment to providing a safe and comfortable environment for all visitors.
Guests at Hakone Hoshi no Akari will find a variety of activities to engage in during their stay. Popular local experiences include sightseeing cruises on Lake Ashi, exploring the Hakone Open-Air Museum, and visiting the historic Hakone Shrine, all of which are easily accessible within a short drive. The nearby Pola Museum of Art and Hakone Venetian Glass Museum also offer enriching cultural experiences.
Dining options abound in the vicinity, with several highly recommended restaurants just a short taxi ride away. Guests can enjoy a bistro experience at ル・ヴィルギュル, savor dishes at HAKONE BIG TREE, or indulge in a buffet at レストラン レイクサイドグリル. For a cozy atmosphere, Cafe Dining LüDERA is perfect, while Gin No Ho offers authentic Japanese cuisine. Each of these eateries showcases the culinary diversity of the region, ensuring memorable dining experiences.
In conclusion, Hakone Hoshi no Akari invites guests to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of Hakone, while enjoying exceptional service and comfortable accommodations. With its blend of traditional Japanese hospitality and modern conveniences, this hot spring inn is the perfect retreat for those seeking a peaceful getaway in one of Japan's most picturesque regions.
The understated yet elegant rooms at Hakone Hoshi no Akari are designed to provide ultimate comfort and relaxation. Many of the accommodations feature private balconies or decks with deep soaking tubs, allowing guests to unwind while enjoying breathtaking views of the mountains and the serene pond. Inside, the rooms are equipped with flat-screen televisions, minifridges, and tea and coffee-making facilities, ensuring that every convenience is at hand. Some rooms also offer traditional futons and tatami floors, enhancing the authentic Japanese experience.
In addition to its comfortable lodging, Hakone Hoshi no Akari boasts several unique amenities that set it apart from other hotels in the area. Guests can indulge in rejuvenating treatments at the spa, soak in the natural onsen, or enjoy a meal in cozy, private dining rooms that serve both breakfast and dinner. The hotel also features a rooftop terrace, a well-stocked library, and a children's playroom, making it an ideal choice for families. With no elevator, the hotel maintains an intimate atmosphere, allowing guests to feel at home.
Transportation to and from Hakone Hoshi no Akari is convenient, with several public transportation options nearby. Guests can reach major airports such as Narita International Airport and Haneda Airport in approximately two hours and an hour and a half, respectively, by taxi. For those relying on public transit, Gora Station is about an 18-minute taxi ride away, and other nearby bus stops provide easy access to local attractions and sites.
Health and safety are top priorities at Hakone Hoshi no Akari, with the hotel implementing rigorous measures to ensure guest well-being. The establishment maintains high cleanliness standards and offers contactless services where possible, reflecting its commitment to providing a safe and comfortable environment for all visitors.
Guests at Hakone Hoshi no Akari will find a variety of activities to engage in during their stay. Popular local experiences include sightseeing cruises on Lake Ashi, exploring the Hakone Open-Air Museum, and visiting the historic Hakone Shrine, all of which are easily accessible within a short drive. The nearby Pola Museum of Art and Hakone Venetian Glass Museum also offer enriching cultural experiences.
Dining options abound in the vicinity, with several highly recommended restaurants just a short taxi ride away. Guests can enjoy a bistro experience at ル・ヴィルギュル, savor dishes at HAKONE BIG TREE, or indulge in a buffet at レストラン レイクサイドグリル. For a cozy atmosphere, Cafe Dining LüDERA is perfect, while Gin No Ho offers authentic Japanese cuisine. Each of these eateries showcases the culinary diversity of the region, ensuring memorable dining experiences.
In conclusion, Hakone Hoshi no Akari invites guests to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of Hakone, while enjoying exceptional service and comfortable accommodations. With its blend of traditional Japanese hospitality and modern conveniences, this hot spring inn is the perfect retreat for those seeking a peaceful getaway in one of Japan's most picturesque regions.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Located on a serene hill with breathtaking mountain views.
2. Features balconies or decks with deep soaking tubs.
3. Offers private dining rooms for breakfast and dinner.
4. Provides convenient access to local attractions and museums.
5. Includes a rejuvenating spa with natural onsen facilities.
6. Family-friendly amenities such as a kids' playroom and library.
6.6 Good
Location rating
Top sights
Lake Ashi
17 min
The Hakone Open-Air Museum17 min
Hakone Shrine17 min
Pola Museum of Art9 min
Hakone Venetian Glass Museum (Glass Forest)7 min
Nearest locations
Gin No Ho
4 min
ル・ヴィルギュル7 min
HAKONE BIG TREE7 min
Cafe Dining LüDERA (ルデラ)7 min
OHANA8 min
La Bazza16 min
レストラン レイクサイドグリル17 min
Restaurant ROI17 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 15:00 |
| Check-out | 11:00 |
| Location rating | 6.6 |
| Nearest airport | Haneda Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 1 hr 44 min |
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Location
1245-432 Sengokuhara, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0631, Japan
Airports:
Narita International Airport
Taxi: 2 hr 34 min
Transit: 3 hr 39 min
Haneda Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 44 min
Transit: 2 hr 30 min
Transit:
Gora Station
Taxi: 18 min
Walking: 1 hr 50 min
Ubako-onsen-iriguchi
Walking: 12 min
Onsenso
Walking: 13 min
Hakone country-iriguchi
Walking: 9 min
Nearby locations
6.6
Good Location
Sengokuhara
Rural district with broad fields of pampas grass, plus museums for glassware & European art.
Top Attractions
Top Restaurants
Amenities and Facilities
Activities
Table tennis
Parking & transportation
Parking
Transfer
Pets
No pets
Public bath
Natural onsen
Food & drink
Restaurant
Wellness
No fitness center
Spa
Aesthetic salon
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
Rooms
Air conditioning
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
6.8
8 reviews
Wonderful
3
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2
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0
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1
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2
Kenrick Block
5/5
Words fail to describe how perfect our stay was here. We had a room with a private Onsen on the balcony. The staff were so dedicated and helpful. The food was absolutely incredible! One of the best dinners of my life. This place is fantastic. I hope I can get back to Hakone and stay there again one day.
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Romain Vair
5/5
We spent two nights in this hotel, and it was what we expected from a traditional Japanese hotel. The staff took great care, the yukatas were magnificent. The private onsen was slightly too hot for us (42 C), so we asked for it to be colder (38 C) and in 15 minutes it was good.The meals were plentiful and varied, whether in the morning or in the evening (and we are rather big eaters).In the morning the staff took us to the bus stop, so we could visit Hakone.We really had a pleasant stay, I highly recommend.
Isabella Choi
5/5
The food is very delicious and the staff has good service attitude
たかくん
4/5
I stayed for two nights and three days.Many of the employees are foreigners, but they work hard and have better customer service than the Japanese people around them. The food on both days was very satisfying and excellent.The guest room also has an open-air bath, and at night I bathed while looking at the starry sky. However, when I turned on the air conditioner, the dirt inside flew away, and the humidifier seemed to be malfunctioning, so I used it as an air purifier instead of humidifying. But I would like to go again.
b g
2/5
Children were served rice, but that was all they had to eat.Water doesn't come out unless you ask, and when you ask, you only get water for one person, not for everyone.The color of the meat is bad. The ceiling in the dining room is dirty. The amount of food is not enough for an adult man. Even if you can get a second helping of rice, it comes out last. It's difficult to get refills because they only have pickled vegetables and Kinoko nabe.The toys in the kids room don't work.The rooftop footbath is extremely hot. It felt like 43 degrees Celsius or higher, so children couldn't put their feet in.90% of the staff are like Katakoto technical intern trainees. His words are broken, but he speaks so fast that it's hard to understand. It's like Japanese spoken by foreign staff on an airplane.I'm not discriminating against foreign staff, but even though it's a Japanese-style inn, I felt it lacked a wabi-sabi atmosphere. I understand that they are trying their best, but I wish they had written about the staff in the introduction of the inn.When I returned to my room after dinner, the lighting had changed. There is an Inari shrine... It seems that there is a staff member inside, but I am confused as I have never experienced someone entering a hotel while I was away. I didn't even put a cleaning tag on the door (there was no such thing). It was mentally uncomfortable.
後藤理恵
4/5
The food was very delicious. In particular, the comparison of grilled Ise lobsters, Kanagawa beef grilled in Mt. Fuji lava, and Ashigara beef was delicious.
阿部隆子
1/5
Just the worst. I cannot recommend it.When I arrived at my room, I called the front desk to ask for more beer glasses, but I had to wait for about 15 minutes, and then I called again and they finally brought them.They were so unresponsive that I even yelled at them during dinner. (Grilled fish and lobster are undercooked)There was no apology for that until I left.(Sorry to the other customers who were there at that time 🙏)It's obvious that they don't give the slightest thought to the side dishes for their children's meals. Well, the udon doesn't taste good.An assistant cook instead of a head chef?I think it would be much more delicious to make at home. The presentation is not beautiful either.For breakfast, even though we were late, while we were drinking coffee and tea, he would come over and say, ``It's almost time...''Is it an all-you-can-eat bar at an izakaya?By the way, the child's side dish was what seemed to be a sausage as hard as salami, and a meatball? And bread rolls. They gave me extra grilled fish, but it wouldn't go well with the bread. I would like you to think about it a little.As others have said, I think it should be removed from travel sites.There is no farewell at all.
和代阿部
1/5
I stayed there the day before yesterday.We were able to stay here a year ago and we had a wonderful time, so my daughter-in-law suggested, ``Mom-in-law, let's come here again this year,'' so we stayed for three days and two nights. became.The result was terrible.First of all, the quality of the food has definitely fallen from a year ago.I appreciate that they prepare hamburger steaks and side dishes that children would like, but the food for my grandchild was different from that for adults, but it was all brown and had no color at all. For both days.I was served wakame udon and rice together, but the udon tasted really bad.I think frozen udon is much more delicious.(This was also the same udon for two days in a row)As for the adult meal, the soup stock was not good at all, and a bowl of clams came out, but it was just salty.Ise lobster came out two days in a row, but on the second day, it was not cooked, and the lobster and fish were served on the same plate, and the fish was half-cooked. was.I had to call you because it was so bad, but the fire is going through. That's what he said.I was stunned. I didn't want to eat the rest of the meal, so I went back to my room.There was no apology at that time or after that, and no one came to the front desk after 9pm.(When I called the front desk for some business, a boiler engineer came to the front desk.)After the meal, my daughter and grandson went to the public bath, and just as they were completely naked, a foreign waitress came to the changing room and asked if we were wearing yukata.Apparently, this was because they were so busy eating that they couldn't listen.Why do we have a phone?In the first place, do you have to come to the bathroom and ask?In the end, I declined breakfast and paid the bill, but there was nothing left until the end.By the way, it seems that the current head chef has replaced last year's chef.The bath was nice, but that's about it.I do not recommend it.