Hakone Pax Yoshino
Indoor wooden onsen bath with sliding screen and verdant forest view at Hakone Pax Yoshino, Kanagawa
Calm ryokan interior with wooden accents at Hakone Pax Yoshino, Kanagawa
Spacious wooden dining area with large windows overlooking forest at Hakone Pax Yoshino in Kanagawa
Indoor wooden onsen with wide veranda overlooking lush forest at Hakone Pax Yoshino in Kanagawa
Covered onsen bath with stone stepping path, wooden fence and lush hillside backdrop at Hakone Pax Yoshino
Riverfront exterior of Hakone Pax Yoshino ryokan with forested hills in Kanagawa
Onsen bath opening to lush forest with wooden railing and reflective water at Hakone Pax Yoshino, Kanagawa

Hakone Pax Yoshino

8.4
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.4/10, based on 2,521 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 10:00 AM
Riverside Location Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Reservable Bath In-Room Bath
Staff 8,3/10
Facilities 8,4/10
Cleanliness 8,6/10
Comfort 8,5/10
Value for money 8,3/10
Location 7,9/10

Ryokan highlights

A Hakone Yumoto onsen ryokan with easy station access, riverfront scenery, and broad bath options.

Hakone Yumoto AccessAbout five minutes from Hakone-Yumoto Station by shuttle or taxi.
Riverfront SettingSet beside the Sukumo River with a calmer feel than central station streets.
Varied Hot Spring BathsFeatures indoor baths, open-air baths, and private bath options for flexibility.
Seasonal Kaiseki DiningTraditional multi-course Japanese dinners are a consistent part of the stay experience.
Relaxed Traditional AtmosphereCombines ryokan character with a comfortable, approachable Hakone resort style.
Good Base for HakoneConvenient starting point for sightseeing after arriving through Hakone Yumoto.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsAccess is the strongest driver here: arrive via Hakone-Yumoto, check in without deep mountain transit, book dinner, use the baths, sleep well, then spend the next day on Hakone sightseeing or onward travel.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night or light 2-night Hakone-Yumoto onsen stay for travelers who want easy arrival, dinner, baths, and a calm reset before or after wider Hakone sightseeing.

Know before booking

Dinner timingLate arrivals are risky because dinner prep may not be possible after evening cutoff times.
Tattoo limitsPublic bath use is restricted for visible tattoos; private bath or in-room bath may be necessary.
Limited dinner areaThe hotel notes few nearby dinner options around the property at night.
Not a deep-mountain escapeThis is calmer than city hotels, but still in the Hakone-Yumoto gateway zone rather than a remote retreat.

Food & drinks

Verified Hakone Yumoto ryokan with seasonal kaiseki dinner, buffet breakfast, and a small on-site lounge; one useful soba spot is nearby.

Shikitei (on-site)
on-site

Private-style dining room for seasonal Japanese dinner courses.

  • Seasonal kaisekifoodMulti-course Japanese dinner.
  • Local fish sashimifoodFresh seafood from nearby waters.
  • Kamameshi ricefoodPot-cooked rice served hot.
  • Abalone or tempura add-onsspecialtyOptional special dishes may be available.
Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Main meal venue for breakfast buffet and some dinner service.

  • Japanese-Western breakfast buffetfoodMix of local and Western breakfast items.
  • Open-kitchen omeletfoodFreshly made at breakfast.
  • Dashi chazukefoodRice with savory broth.
  • Hakone vegetablesspecialtyLocal western-foot hills produce.
  • Coffee and juicedrinkBreakfast drinks available.
Hanamizuki Lounge (on-site)
on-site

Small evening lounge space for relaxed drinks.

  • SakedrinkClassic Japanese rice wine.
  • BeerdrinkSimple lounge drink option.
  • Whisky highballdrinkLight mixed whisky drink.

Access, transport and nearby sights

A Hakone-Yumoto area ryokan best reached via Hakone-Yumoto Station, with station shuttle, taxi, or a short but uphill-feeling walk depending on luggage.

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 solid Hakone-Yumoto ryokan for travelers who want hot-spring comfort, river-facing rooms, and easier station access without booking an ultra-luxury property. It suits guests who value practical convenience and varied bath options more than a deeply secluded or highly personalized ryokan stay.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • River-view onsen roomsSeveral room types face the Sukumo River, and many include in-room hot spring baths, so you can soak privately without relying only on the public baths. The riverside setting gives the stay a calmer, more atmospheric feel than a standard town hotel.
  • Private baths for extra privacyThe ryokan offers reservable private open-air baths, which is especially appealing for couples or guests who prefer not to use shared bathing areas. This adds flexibility beyond the regular men’s and women’s public baths.
  • Easy from Hakone-Yumoto StationIt is close enough to Hakone-Yumoto to stay convenient for arrival and sightseeing, and there is a short shuttle connection from the station. That makes it easier than more remote ryokans if you are carrying luggage or only staying one night.
  • Good family-friendly extrasBeyond the baths, the property has a kids’ corner, table tennis, karaoke, lounges, and a library-style common space. These touches make the stay feel more relaxed for families or groups who want something to do after check-in.
  • Seasonal kaiseki with a proper ryokan feelDinner is built around seasonal kaiseki and the menu changes through the year, which helps the stay feel more like a classic ryokan experience rather than just an onsen hotel. It is a good fit if you want Japanese-style dining without going fully high-end.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not ideal for spontaneous dinner plansDinner can fill up, same-day requests have a cutoff, and the ryokan itself notes that there are not many nearby dinner options around the hotel. If you like deciding meals at the last minute, this can be inconvenient.
  • Some rooms may have smoking historyThe property still distinguishes between smoking and non-smoking room categories, and it warns that deodorizing a smoking room may not remove the smell completely. Sensitive sleepers should choose carefully.
  • Private onsen is not guaranteed in advanceThe private baths are assigned first-come, first-served on the day of check-in rather than pre-booked ahead. If this is a key part of your trip, availability uncertainty may be frustrating.
  • Less secluded than a mountain hideawayBecause it sits in the Hakone-Yumoto area with convenient station access, it feels more practical than remote. Travelers seeking an isolated, deeply luxurious retreat may find it less special than Hakone’s top-end ryokans.
  • Dining flexibility is limited for special dietsThe ryokan states that it cannot reliably accommodate many personal food requests such as allergies, vegetarian, halal, kosher, or gluten-free needs. For guests with strict dietary requirements, that is a serious drawback.

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