Compare and book 4 Star hotels in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture

Hakone is a picturesque mountainous area that sits along the edge of Lake Ashi and is famous for its hot springs. It is a popular destination in Japan thanks to its attractions, hiking and stunning scenery, as well as the fact that it acts as a gateway to the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.

Travellers visiting the area will find all types of accommodation to suit all budgets. Those that prefer to surround themselves with a little bit of luxury will find 15 four star hotels in Hakone that offer top notch facilities and service. All of these properties offer spectacular views of the area, though the Yumoto Fujiya Hotel and Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa are two of the most popular properties of this class in the area.

The Yumoto Fujiya Hotel is a Japanese style resort set in the Hakone-Yumoto area close to Sounji Temple and the Hakone Town Office. It is a stunning property that boasts its very own hot springs as well as having an outdoor swimming pool, a souvenir shop, games rooms and a mah-jong room. French, Japanese and Chinese cuisine can be eaten in its various restaurants, and there is also a bakery and a pub on site. It is also a great place to host a meeting or event. Rooms at the Yumoto Fujiya Hotel are spacious and tastefully decorated in neutral colours and light woods.

The Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa is situated in the Gora neighbourhood and boasts spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. It is a luxurious property with modern décor designed to match the natural surroundings of the property. Rooms are spacious with separate seating areas and a balcony or terrace overlooking the area, and have a contemporary design with dark woods and natural tones. Guests can enjoy its onsite hot springs, tranquil spa and great choice of dining facilities, where everything from a Western style buffet breakfast to wagyu beef loin can be enjoyed.

Most Hakone 4-star hotels are situated in Hakone-Yumoto and Gora as these are the most popular areas for tourists and are where most local attractions are located. It is also easy from either of these neighbourhoods to take the funicular up into the mountains, or to take a train to the nearest Hakone Ropeway station. There are also a few four-star properties at the edge of Lake Ashi and in other areas of Hakone.