箱根芦ノ湖 HOTEL RaKuun
Outdoor stone onsen bath with milky water at 箱根芦ノ湖 HOTEL RaKuun, Kanagawa, Japan
Lounge with stools and round tables and large corner windows at 箱根芦ノ湖 HOTEL RaKuun, Kanagawa
Bright tatami room with low table and balcony overlooking lake at 箱根芦ノ湖 HOTEL RaKuun Kanagawa Japan
Twin beds with wooden headboards and bedside lamp, HOTEL RaKuun, Kanagawa Japan
Variety of plated dishes served at 箱根芦ノ湖 HOTEL RaKuun in Kanagawa, Japan
Tatami room with balcony overlooking lake at 箱根芦ノ湖 HOTEL RaKuun, Kanagawa, Kantō
View of Lake Ashinoko and surrounding forested hills near 箱根芦ノ湖 HOTEL RaKuun in Kanagawa

箱根芦ノ湖 HOTEL RaKuun

8.1
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.1/10, based on 320 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
Lake Views Forest Surroundings Hot Spring Town Hot Spring Bath Open-Air Bath Indoor Bath
Staff 9,0/10
Facilities 8,0/10
Cleanliness 8,0/10
Comfort 8,0/10
Value for money 8,0/10
Location 8,0/10

Ryokan highlights

A casual hot spring stay above Lake Ashi with scenic views and useful Hakone sightseeing access.

Lake Ashi ViewsSome rooms and the hillside setting overlook Lake Ashi and surrounding Hakone scenery.
Natural Hot SpringSimple sulfur hot spring baths are a core draw for relaxing after sightseeing.
Sightseeing BaseWell placed for Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, boats, ropeway areas, and other classics.
Free Drinks IncludedAll-inclusive perks include drinks from check-in, plus soft drinks and snacks.
Flexible Room TypesOffers Western, Japanese, and mixed-style rooms for different travel needs.
Quiet Upland SettingThe elevated Motohakone location feels calmer and more retreat-like than busy centers.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsLocation is the main stay-length driver: this hotel sits above Lake Ashi near Motohakone, so one night works well for check-in, dinner area logistics, evening bath, breakfast, then Hakone Shrine or the lake on departure day; a second night only makes sense if you want a slower Hakone loop with ropeway, cruise, or museum stops without rushing buses.
Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a 1-night or light 2-night Hakone lake-area stay for travelers who want onsen time, lake views, and access to Motohakone sights rather than a luxury ryokan retreat or station-convenient base.

Know before booking

Limited evening walkabilityThe hotel is uphill from the bus stop and lake area, so late-night dining and easy strolling are limited.
Not a luxury ryokanChoose it for value, views, and onsen basics rather than high-end kaiseki, private baths, or polished ryokan service.
Transport can feel slowAccess depends on bus connections from Hakone-Yumoto or Odawara, which adds friction for short, luggage-heavy itineraries.

Food & drinks

Verified Lake Ashi ryokan with a named on-site dining room, buffet-style meals, and a few practical nearby lakefront restaurants.

Kohan Dining (on-site)
on-site

Named hotel dining room for breakfast and half-buffet dinner.

  • Breakfast buffetfoodBuffet-style morning meal.
  • Seasonal main dishfoodDinner main changes by season.
  • Dinner buffetfoodHalf-buffet with extra dishes.
  • Alcoholic drinksdrinkDinner drinks included; selection varies.
  • Snacks and sweetsspecialtyAll-inclusive light treats.
Bakery & Table Hakone (nearby)
nearbyabout 3 min drive

Popular lakefront bakery, cafe, and restaurant near Motohakone Port.

  • Fresh breadfoodHouse-baked breads and pastries.
  • Warm sandwichesfoodCafe-style light meal.
  • CoffeedrinkClassic cafe drinks.
  • Pan de SoftspecialtyBread topped with soft serve.
Ashinoko-chaya (nearby)
nearbyabout 3 min drive

Lake-view Japanese restaurant near Motohakone Port.

  • Yuba dishesfoodTofu skin specialties.
  • WakasagifoodLocal smelt from Lake Ashi area.
  • Rice set mealsfoodJapanese meal sets.
  • Sweet treatsspecialtyCasual tea-time items.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in the Motohakone/Lake Ashi area, best reached via Odawara or Hakone-Yumoto and then bus or taxi, with a nearby local bus stop for the final approach.

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 practical Lake Ashi-side stay with natural hot springs, scenic rooms, and a good base for sightseeing in Motohakone. It suits travelers who want value and easy Hakone access more than those seeking a luxury ryokan experience.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Good base for Lake Ashi sightseeingThe hotel is in Motohakone near Lake Ashi, making it convenient for classic Hakone stops such as the lakeside area, Hakone Shrine, and sightseeing routes around the lake.
  • Some rooms have lake viewsThis property offers room types with Ashinoko Lake views, which can make the stay feel more special than a standard inland hotel in Hakone.
  • Natural sulfur hot spring bathsThe hotel highlights natural simple sulfur spring water from the Ashinoko hot spring area, which is a strong plus after a full day of buses, boats, and walking in Hakone.
  • Flexible room styles for different travelersIt has Western, Japanese, and mixed-style rooms, so couples, families, and travelers who want tatami without going fully traditional have more choice.
  • Useful if you drive in HakoneFree parking is available and the hotel is easy to approach by car via the Hakone road network, which is helpful in an area where public transport can feel slow with luggage.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not ideal without a car or shuttleAccess relies on bus travel from Hakone-Yumoto or Odawara, and the property does not offer a shuttle service, so arrivals with bags can feel inconvenient.
  • More hotel than classic ryokanAlthough it offers Japanese-style elements and onsen, the overall feel is closer to a casual hotel stay than a full traditional ryokan experience with refined kaiseki atmosphere.
  • Views depend on room choiceNot every room faces the lake, so booking the wrong category could leave you without the signature Ashinoko scenery many travelers come for.
  • Early dinner timing can limit flexibilityIf you book a dinner-inclusive plan, the final check-in is earlier, which can be restrictive if you want to sightsee all day or arrive late from Tokyo or Kyoto.
  • Small-scale facilitiesThis is better suited to a simple relaxing stay than a resort-style one, so travelers expecting large public areas, extensive amenities, or many in-house activities may find it limited.

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