Motohakone Travel Guide
Hakone
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Popular places to visit
Hakone Shrine
Walk up a cedar-lined path dotted with lanterns to see Hakone’s most famous Shinto shrine, standing between the shores of Lake Ashi and the peak of Mount Hakone.
Ōwakudani
Explore the great outdoors at Ōwakudani and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to Hakone. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Hakone Komagatake Ropeway
Learn about the local history of Hakone when you take a trip to Hakone Komagatake Ropeway. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Hakone-en Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea life at Hakone-en Aquarium during your holiday to Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Narukawa Art Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Narukawa Art Museum during your travels in Hakone. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Lake Ashi
Stroll around a section of this lake or sail across it on a pirate ship and, if you’re lucky, you might see a clear view of Mount Fuji rising up in the distance.
Top hotels in Motohakone
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
Beautiful waterfront view
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed
We had a nice little stay. My kids enjoyed the pool table and the private onsen. We slept Japanese style on the floor with a family of 5. We didn’t have any issues. We enjoyed some adult beverages as well as ate dinner. Dinner is nothing special but it was perfect for us. The staff were amazingly ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko
A comfortable and well-run hotel with good service and a pleasant lake view. The Japanese-style breakfast was very good, though not outstanding. The free shuttle to Odawara Station was very convenient, and the room was spacious and comfortable. Overall a solid stay, even if the atmosphere felt more ...
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Ryuguden
Perfect
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko
Wow, what an incredible experience! This place is simply breathtaking and truly the nicest stay I had while in Japan. The views of Mt. Fuji are absolutely stunning, it's like living a postcard! The sauna was a little too hot for my taste, but the onsen was divine for my sore feet after all that walking ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Villa Hakone Stage
Overall good stay. The two separate toilet rooms were super helpful for our group of 4 adults and 1 child. The two bed sleeping area was cramped and lots of stair usage to go up and down from the top floor (not much space to leave bags downstairs). The loft was fun to sleep in though ladder was quite ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Motohakone
Ashinoyu
Visitors to Ashinoyu like its restaurants and golf courses, and Hakone Yunohana Golf Course is a sight worth a stop.
Kowakudani
While you're in Kowakudani, take in top sights like Chisuji Falls and jump on the metro at Kowakidani Station to see more of the city.
Ninohira
If you're spending some time in Ninohira, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Hakone Open Air Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Gora
Gora is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Hakone Gora Park and Hakone Museum of Art while in the area.
Sengokuhara
Unique features of Sengokuhara include the hot springs and mountain views. Make a stop by Sengokuhara Susuki Prairie or Sengokuhara Onsen while you're exploring the area.
Miyanoshita
Gardens, restaurants and hot springs highlight some of the notable features of Miyanoshita. Make a stop by Taikoyu while you're exploring.
