Name: Hakone Gora Karaku
Address: Hakone, Japan
Rating: 9.4

Japan

Osaka

Fukuoka

Hakone

Sapporo

Beppu

Kyoto

This hotel has a lot of Minion-themed elements, and there's a Universal gift shop in the lobby. While it's not the closest to Universal Studios, it's very quiet, and you can see the park from the room windows. The breakfast is quite extensive, offering both Japanese and Western options.

The Mokumoku Room at this hotel is perfect for a family of three. Where there used to be two beds, there are now three tatami mats, so even if a child rolls around in their sleep at night, it won't disturb the adults, and there's no need to worry about them falling off. The best way to get here from the station is to take the small path next to Starbucks. There's a Lawson convenience store downstairs, which, although small, can meet most basic needs. To get to Universal Studios, you still have to go back to the station, or walk through another hotel, but overall, it's very convenient.

The hotel's location is right on the main street of Shinsaibashi. If you turn left out of the hotel and walk for about 2 minutes down that alley, you'll reach the bridge with the famous billboards. So, the location and accessibility are really convenient.  Just a short walk further is Daimaru department store and PARCO, where you can find both luxury brands and trendy labels.  Walking in the other direction takes you to Namba and Takashimaya.  Popular eateries like Torikizoku and Kinryu Ramen are also just a few minutes' walk away.  The room is quite spacious, and I really like the style. I especially loved their bathroom, where you can shower while sitting down and also take a bath.  From Takashimaya, you can take the Nankai Airport Express directly to Kansai Airport. I highly recommend taking that instead of the airport bus, as the bus can get very crowded and you might miss it.

The room was quite small for 3 people. Overall the room is pretty clean. The location is quite far away from the train especially when dragging our luggages. Really love the onsen at the hotel.

It's about a 20-minute walk to the Tenjin shopping area, which was perfect for us as we enjoy a good stroll every day. Renjo Market is right next door, and their cafeteria already has a queue waiting to open bright and early on Saturday mornings. If you're a light sleeper, you might want to consider this: there's a motion-sensor light in the room that stays on for 3 minutes once activated at night. Other than that, everything else was fine.

Our Hakone trip's biggest surprise was definitely staying at the Ashinoko Hanaori ryokan. The entire experience was fantastic, far exceeding our expectations. I especially want to highlight the rooms, the food, and the private onsen!

The rooms were surprisingly spacious, a clever blend of Japanese and Western styles. Even with family, it never felt cramped. The furnishings were exquisite and tidy, and all amenities were well-provided. Sitting by the window, gazing at the beautiful Ashi Lake scenery, was incredibly relaxing.

The food was another huge plus for the ryokan. The buffet breakfast and dinner offered a wide variety, featuring fresh local ingredients. There were both characteristic Japanese dishes and delicate desserts, all with a refined and authentic taste. If you book in advance, you can even dine with a lake view, making it a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

But the private onsen was the absolute highlight – amazing value for money and incredibly private. The bathwater was warm and soothing, and soaking in it completely relaxed my body, washing away all travel fatigue. Taking a dip in the private onsen at night, accompanied by the tranquil night sky and a gentle breeze, created an utterly immersive and therapeutic atmosphere.

The ryokan's convenient location was the icing on the cake. It's directly opposite the Togendai transport hub, making travel incredibly easy. Whether you're heading to Ashi Lake for the pirate ship, or taking the ropeway and buses to various attractions, you don't need to go out of your way – the boarding points are within walking distance, saving a lot of hassle. What was especially convenient was that our plan for the next day was to travel from Hakone to Mount Fuji. We could take a direct bus from Togendai to Gotemba; the schedule was convenient, the journey smooth, and there was no need for extra transfers, which significantly saved travel time and made our trip more worry-free and efficient. The ryokan's service was also very thoughtful. The overall experience was excellent, suitable for both family trips and romantic getaways. It's definitely our top choice for accommodation in Hakone, and we'll certainly stay here again next time!

We were looking for onsen with private bath on the balcony and probably hit the sweet spot.

Unfortunately we had only 1 night stay, but it was fantastic.

Onsen is located at the top station Gora, where you can get from Odawara. That’s around 2 hours from Tokyo all together, around 3 hours from Kyoto. Last 2 sections of the way are going through a picturesque steep railway. Views are great! Be sure to rush to the front or back seats (doesn’t matter which) to secure a spot for nice photographs.

Private bath is fantastic, rooms are clean and spacious with a touch of ryokan style (tatami etc). That’s a perfect place to sit and relax doesn’t matter it’s sunshine or pooring rain outside.

The food was fantastic (according to my wife), however the options are limited if you’re not eating fish or sea products due to allergy or other reasons. 
For Karaku team - I would suggest adding a signature wagyu set for those who would like something else. Selection of wine and alcohol drinks is superb. Free snacks and coffee are available till 8 p.m. as well with a view terrace. For those who like some regular conbini stuff - Lawson is around 10 mins walk with Miyazaki style trains passing by👌🏻

All in all, we wish we had stayed at least 2 nights as there are lots of activities around. 

Thanks to Karaku staff for a warm welcome and tailored experience!

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