Hotel Nanpuso
Guest relaxing in wooden onsen bath with garden view at Hotel Nanpuso, Kanagawa, Kantō, Japan
Spacious indoor onsen bath with wooden decking at Hotel Nanpuso in Kanagawa, Kantō, Japan
Stone onsen bath framed by bamboo fence and greenery at Hotel Nanpuso in Kanagawa
Indoor wooden onsen pool with stone edging, lantern lighting and large windows overlooking lush greenery at Hotel Nanpuso Kanagawa
Covered outdoor wooden baths overlooking garden at Hotel Nanpuso in Kanagawa
Multi-wing ryokan complex Hotel Nanpuso nestled in lush hills of Kanagawa, Kantō region
Entrance sign and stair path leading to Hotel Nanpuso with landscaped greenery in Kanagawa

Hotel Nanpuso

8.6
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.6/10, based on 156 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
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Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 11:00 AM
Forest Surroundings Riverside Location Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Private Onsen
Staff 8,8/10
Facilities 8,7/10
Cleanliness 8,9/10
Comfort 8,8/10
Value for money 8,5/10
Location 8,0/10

Ryokan highlights

A large Hakone-Yumoto onsen ryokan known for open-air baths, varied rooms, and easy station access.

Verified Hakone-Yumoto BaseConfirmed at 179 Yumotochaya in Hakone-Yumoto, not another Nanpuso property.
Private Open-Air RoomsSome guestrooms include private open-air baths for a more secluded soak.
Streamside Bathing FeelOpen-air baths are set among trees with a mountain-stream atmosphere.
Varied Room TypesOffers Japanese-style, Japanese-Western, and bath-equipped room options.
Seasonal Kaiseki DiningDinner highlights seasonal ingredients, seafood, and mountain specialties.
Convenient Station AccessReachable from Hakone-Yumoto Station by shuttle or taxi in about 10 minutes.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsAccess is the main stay-length driver: arrive via Hakone-Yumoto, settle in for dinner and baths, then use the next day for Yumoto or wider Hakone before moving on.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-2 night Hakone-Yumoto onsen stay for travelers who want a relaxing ryokan with easy arrival from Tokyo, but not a highly walkable station base.

Know before booking

Not station-adjacentIt is around 20 minutes on foot from Hakone-Yumoto or a short bus, taxi, or shuttle ride.
Can overstayBeyond two nights, many travelers will start repeating baths and transit rather than finding dense nearby sightseeing.
Limited night sceneThis area suits dinner-in and early evenings, not bar-hopping or late urban activity.

Food & drinks

Verified as Hotel Nanpuso in Yumotochaya, with in-house kaiseki and breakfast service plus a late-night ramen corner.

Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Main meal venue for restaurant-plan dinner and breakfast buffet.

  • Kaiseki dinnerfoodSeasonal Japanese multi-course meal.
  • Breakfast buffetfoodJapanese and Western breakfast spread.
  • Free drinks plandrinkSome dinner plans include drinks.
Kaze no Kura (on-site)
on-site

Private dining room option for guest meal plans.

  • Private-course dinnerfoodRyokan dinner in a private setting.
  • Japanese breakfastfoodSet-style morning meal on some plans.
  • Seasonal dishesspecialtyMenu varies by stay plan and season.
Ramen Corner (on-site)
on-site

Casual late-night noodle corner, open on limited days.

  • Shoyu ramenfoodClassic soy sauce ramen.
  • Miso ramenfoodRich miso broth noodles.
  • GyozafoodSmall pan-fried dumplings.
  • Beer and soursdrinkBeer, highball, and sour drinks.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in the Hakone-Yumoto / Yumotochaya area and is usually most practical to reach via Hakone-Yumoto Station, with the last short segment by shuttle, bus, or taxi.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Should you choose this ryokan?

A large Hakone-Yumoto ryokan with solid onsen facilities, varied room categories, and an easy base near the entrance of Hakone. It suits travelers who want a comfortable traditional stay with convenience, but it may feel less intimate than a smaller luxury ryokan.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Wide choice of room stylesThis ryokan offers standard Japanese rooms, Japanese-Western layouts, and higher-end rooms with private open-air baths, so it works for very different budgets and trip styles.
  • Strong onsen experienceThe bath setup is a real highlight, with spacious large baths and open-air bathing areas that lean into the forested Hakone atmosphere rather than feeling purely functional.
  • Good fit for Hakone arrivalsBeing in Yumotochaya near Hakone-Yumoto makes it practical for travelers coming from Tokyo who want to settle into a ryokan without going deep into the mountains on day one.
  • Traditional dinner matters hereMeals are a meaningful part of the stay, with seasonal kaiseki-style dining and plans that can include in-room dining in some room categories for a more classic ryokan feel.
  • Better for groups and familiesAs a larger property with more facilities and room capacity than many boutique inns, it is easier for families or small groups who want onsen, meals, and parking in one place.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Less intimate than a small ryokanHotel Nanpuso is a sizable property, so the atmosphere can feel more hotel-like and less private than the deeply personal experience offered by smaller high-end ryokan.
  • Not the most walkable locationAlthough it is near Hakone-Yumoto, the property is not right at the station, so many travelers will prefer a taxi, shuttle, or bus rather than an easy station-area walk with luggage.
  • Quality depends on room categoryBecause the room range is broad, the experience can vary a lot between standard rooms and the private-bath upgraded rooms, so the lower tiers may feel less special for the price.
  • Large-property pacePopular meal times, check-in periods, and shared bath use can feel busier than at a smaller inn, especially if you were hoping for a quieter boutique rhythm.
  • Not a destination for dramatic viewsIts appeal is convenience, baths, and a classic Hakone base rather than panoramic lake, ropeway, or mountain scenery, so view-focused travelers may want another area of Hakone.

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