Kinnotake Saryo
Square wooden onsen tub on sheltered deck with surrounding greenery at Kinnotake Saryo, Kanagawa
Tatami dining area with low wooden table and shoji screens at Kinnotake Saryo Kanagawa Japan
Tatami room interior facing outdoor wooden soaking tub at Kinnotake Saryo in Kanagawa
Sink on wooden vanity, glass shower and low bed in Kinnotake Saryo room, Kanagawa
Wooden onsen bath with decking, stone lantern and garden shrubs at Kinnotake Saryo Kanagawa
White striped duvet on double bed with red wall and bamboo screen at Kinnotake Saryo, Kanagawa
Stone garden basin with bamboo spout, rocks and maple near a bamboo fence at Kinnotake Saryo, Kanagawa

Kinnotake Saryo

9.6
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.6/10, based on 23 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
Mountain Setting Forest Surroundings Hot Spring Town Quiet Village Autumn Scenery Private Onsen
Staff 10,0/10
Facilities 9,0/10
Cleanliness 10,0/10
Comfort 10,0/10
Value for money 9,0/10
Location 8,0/10

Ryokan highlights

An intimate Sengokuhara ryokan with private milky-white onsen baths and a quiet adults-focused feel.

Private Milky OnsenEvery room includes a private open-air bath with distinctive milky Owakudani hot spring water.
Quiet Sengokuhara BaseSet in Hakone's calmer Sengokuhara area, near the famous susuki grass fields.
Adults-Focused RetreatDesigned for guests aged 12 and above, giving the stay a quieter atmosphere.
Small, Private ScaleJust six rooms total, supporting a more secluded and personal ryokan experience.
Flexible Hakone AccessA short walk from Daigatake bus stop, with optional station car service.
Refreshed Room OptionsSecond-floor rooms were renovated in 2024, adding fresher accommodations to choose from.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsDining and private open-air bathing are the main stay drivers here, while Sengokuhara gives enough for a slow afternoon, one full nearby sightseeing day, and an easy next-morning departure without stretching the area too far.
Trip-planning verdict: Kinnotake Saryo works best as a short luxury onsen stay in Sengokuhara for couples or adults prioritizing private baths and a calm Hakone night over dense sightseeing.

Know before booking

Adults-focused stayThe property is designed for guests aged 12 and above, so it is not a family ryokan for small children.
Not a rail-side baseAccess is bus-based from Hakone-Yumoto or Odawara, with a short walk from Daigatake bus stop.
Limited long-stay depthGood for one or two nights, but many travelers will run out of nearby priorities if staying longer.

Food & drinks

Kinnotake Saryo at 817-460 Sengokuhara is a privacy-focused Hakone ryokan with Kinnotake cuisine served on-site and a few useful restaurants nearby.

Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

On-site meal venue for Kinnotake cuisine; dinner and breakfast appear available, but no distinct restaurant name is clearly shown.

  • Kaiseki dinnerfoodMulti-course Japanese dinner.
  • Japanese breakfastfoodTraditional morning set.
  • Seasonal course mealspecialtyCourse style changes by season.
  • SakedrinkGood match for ryokan meals.
Kinnotake Saryou (nearby)
nearbyon-site area / near the ryokan

Restaurant listing tied to the same address; useful if travelers see it shown separately from the ryokan.

  • Lunch setfoodLight meal option may be offered.
  • Japanese mealfoodRyokan-style cooking.
  • TeadrinkSimple cafe-style drink.
Sengokuhara Yuzen (nearby)
nearbyabout 1 km

Well-known nearby Japanese restaurant in Sengokuhara.

  • Japanese set mealsfoodCasual local dining.
  • NoodlesfoodUseful lighter option.
  • Beer or sakedrinkStandard meal drinks.

Access, transport and nearby sights

Kinnotake Saryo is a Hakone Sengokuhara ryokan best reached via Hakone-Yumoto Station or the Sengoku area bus network, with Haneda as the most practical airport for many international travelers.

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

Should you choose this ryokan?

Kinnotake Saryo is a modern luxury ryokan in Sengokuhara, Hakone, suited to travelers who want a stylish private-onsen stay with easy access by bus or car. It is a strong fit for couples or quiet-focused guests, but less ideal for families with young children or travelers wanting a classic large-scale ryokan experience.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Private milky-white onsenEvery room includes a private open-air onsen, and the water is the distinctive milky-white spring associated with the Owakudani area. That makes it especially appealing if you want a Hakone onsen experience without using shared baths.
  • Spacious rooms for a modern stayThe room lineup includes relatively generous layouts, with options reaching around 77㎡. This gives the stay a more open, comfortable feel than many compact ryokan rooms in the area.
  • Great base for Sengokuhara sightseeingThe ryokan is within walking distance of the famous Sengokuhara susuki grass fields, one of the area’s signature landscapes. It works well if you want scenic walks without relying on constant transport.
  • Easy access without feeling centralIt is close to the Daigatake bus stop and also offers parking, so arrival is easier than at more remote ryokan. You still get a quieter Sengokuhara setting rather than the busier Hakone-Yumoto atmosphere.
  • Refined adults-oriented atmosphereThe property is designed for guests aged 12 and above, which helps keep the atmosphere calmer and more private. That makes it particularly attractive for couples, special occasions, or travelers seeking a quiet retreat.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not suitable for young childrenGuests must be at least 12 years old, so families traveling with small children will need to look elsewhere. This is a real limitation, not just a style preference.
  • Less traditional than classic ryokanKinnotake Saryo leans toward a contemporary luxury style rather than an old-world historic inn atmosphere. If you want strong heritage character, tatami-heavy nostalgia, or a long-established ryokan feel, this may not be the best match.
  • Sengokuhara is not the most rail-convenient baseYou still need a bus, car, or arranged transfer from major stations such as Hakone-Yumoto or Odawara. Travelers who want to step straight out near train hubs may find the location less convenient.
  • Smaller property, fewer facilitiesThis is a more intimate ryokan rather than a resort packed with public facilities, multiple bath zones, or broad on-site entertainment. If you want a destination stay with many communal amenities, it may feel limited.
  • Room style varies noticeablyThe rooms differ quite a bit in size and layout, so choosing the wrong category could affect your experience more than at a more standardized hotel. It is worth checking the specific room details carefully before booking.

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Current position: 21st out of 128 ryokans in Kanagawa.

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