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Visiting Hakone

Travelers to Hakone give high marks for the world-class hot springs and lakeside setting. Tourists who journey to this relaxing city can discover its museums, sightseeing tours, and spas.

• There are 196 hotels and other accommodations in Hakone
• The closest major airport is in Oshima (OIM), 36.4 mi (58.6 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in Tokyo (HND-Haneda), 46.4 mi (74.7 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Hakone

Well known for its museums, the city's cultural venues include Hakone Open Air Museum, Okada Museum of Art, and Hakone Museum of Photography. The hot springs, mountain views, and lakeside highlight the city's natural beauty, and Chisuji Falls, Hakone Gora Park, and Hiryu Falls are worth a visit. Sightseeing is one of the top activities, while Hakone Ropeway, Owaku-dani Valley, and Hakone Stone‐Paved Road are favorite sights to visit.

In Hakone, you'll be able to select from 196 hotels and other lodging accommodations so you'll have plenty of choices for a perfect vacation. These are top ranked ones based on our user reviews:

• Hakone Hisui - With a stay at this 4-star ryokan, guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and free parking, along with free WiFi. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its breakfast and room size.
• Gora Kadan - Our customers like the breakfast and comfortable rooms at this ryokan. This 4-star ryokan in Gora features a full-service spa, free breakfast, and free WiFi.
• Hakone Gora Byakudan - Amenities at this 4-star ryokan include free train station pick-up and free Internet. Expedia customers like its helpful staff and comfortable rooms.

Getting Around Hakone

With so many choices for transportation, exploring Hakone is easy. Local metro stations include Kowakidani Station and Kamonomiya Station. If you'd like to explore more of the area, ride aboard a train from Hakone Miyanoshita Station, Hakone Gora Station, or Hakone Ohiradai Station.

Dressing for Hakone

• Between January and March, you can expect average temperatures of 62°F during the day and 28°F at night
• From April to June, the average during the day is 81°F, while the average at night is 45°F
• July through September has daytime averages of 85°F with nighttime averages of 57°F
• In October-December, you can expect daytime averages of 71°F and nighttime averages of 30°F
• Average annual rainfall for Hakone is 45.47 inches
• Usually July and August are the hottest months with an average of 83°F, whereas January and February are often coldest, averaging 31°F