Ryokan Gora Saryo
250-0408 Kanagawa, Hakone, Gora 1300-693, Japan – Great location - show map
Gora Saryo was absolutely amazing. We had a jam packed trip to Japan and stayed here our second to last night. It was wonderful to change pace, relax and enjoy the unique experience of a Ryokan. The location is beautiful and quiet, it feels secluded but it is in a convenient location from which to utilize the Hakone Free Pass. The staff makes you feel like you are a guest in their home. The dinner and breakfast were delicious and satisfying and served in a lovely dining room with a beautiful view. And finally, the onsen - just perfect.
United States of AmericaI enjoyed the whole stay! I wasn’t sure about sleeping in a futon for two nights but it was surprisingly comfortable. The breakfast and dinner were fantastic. I loved being able to book a private session in the baths. It was perfect to relieve my aching back and feet after a day of enjoying the Hakone area. The staff were delightful. The owner/manager was the nicest guy and so helpful. I have already recommended the place to friends.
United States of AmericaI loved this traditional Japanese style ryokan with its tatami mats, terrace, yukata, traditional Japanese dinner and kind staff.
United States of AmericaVery authentic ryokan experience. Lovely staff and great private onsen! Very relaxing place to stay. Would highly recommend!
United KingdomEverything was wonderful here! I was treated so well by the staff. The dinner was marvelous and the spa was so special. I would definitely come back. I actually regret not staying longer!
United States of AmericaQuiet secluded spot with a nice view. Very comfortable room. Delightful onsen. Excellent food.
United States of AmericaOnsen was nice and private which I loved. The room was pretty big and the relaxing atmosphere really allowed us to enjoy a day of rest. Location was both secluded, yet really close to the cable car tracks.
United States of AmericaThe environment was prefect,the food was really really delicious,the hot spring was comfortable,the service was nice.
ChinaGreat location! The place is super close to kamigora cable car station. We dropped our luggages in the hotel and kept the site seeing route to rope car and site-seeing boat without wasting any time. The dinner and breakfast are jap traditional and tasty. The best part is to have 1 hour private hot springs bath time for the whole family with Japanese traditional clothing. Great experience and values! I would recommend it.
United States of AmericaProper Ryokan experience. Large, cosy room , lovely staff, you can get dressed in a yukata, great location. On top of it all, great Onsen experience. They have two onsen baths. Some parts of the day, they are open to visit as a public bath. In the evenings, you can reserve them privately (with possibility to go as a couple).
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Gora Saryo This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
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One of our best sellers in Hakone! Featuring a lush, 3000 square yard Japanese garden, Gora Saryo is a 20-minute taxi ride from Hakoneyumoto Train Station on the Odakyu Romancecar Line and also a minute away from Kamigora Station on the Hakone Tozan Cablecar.
Gora Saryo Hotel’s air conditioned/heated rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. Rooms are equipped with Yukata robes, a sitting area and free toiletries.
A traditional Japanese-style dinner, with fresh (raw and cooked) seafood is served at the dining room, where guests can enjoy the beautifully lit garden.
Drinks vending machines, indoor hot spring baths and safety deposit boxes are available to guest for free. A hot spring bath can be reserved for private use. Guests can also enjoy karaoke at a surcharge on the property.
The hotel is a 15-minute walk from the Hakone Open-Air Museum and a 10-minute bus ride to Owaku-dani Valley. Guests can also access the Hakone Kowakien Yunessun Hot Spring Amusement Park & Spa Resort within a 5-minute taxi ride.
This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more
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- What's a ryokan?
- A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature bathhouses, multicourse dinners, communal spaces where guests can relax, and rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon mats. Like hotels, a range of ryokans (from budget to luxury) is available. What originated centuries ago as a free rest house for long-distance travelers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation surrounded by therapeutic mineral springs.
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- What are the big differences between a ryokan and a hotel?
- Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is just a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just a place to sleep. In Japan, many travelers journey long distances to relax in a hot spring bath and feast on a traditional multicourse dinner – staying in a ryokan is an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw floors and futon beds (no Western beds and carpeting). You should also remove your shoes at the entrance of the room, or before you enter it. Modern ryokans might serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while more traditional ryokans tend to serve in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms have a private bathroom, and others might just have a shared bathroom.
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- What's a kaiseki meal?
- Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodying beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Every one of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multicourse Japanese dinner is prepared in a way that highlights the unique textures, colors, and flavors of featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Most commonly served at special restaurants and ryokans, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-size appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish, like sushi), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot-pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
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- What's a yukata?
- A yukata is a casual summer kimono or robe, typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans provide guests with yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it's common to see guests strolling through the neighborhood in their yukatas. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for sleeping and relaxing in.
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- How should I wear a yukata?
- First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a robe. Take the right side of the yukata and wrap it across your body. Then, take the left side and wrap it over the right, making sure that the robe is level at your ankles. Pinning the yukata closed on the right side, wrap the sash around your waist a couple of times and then tie a bow. Generally, the bow is tied around the waist for women, and the hips for men.
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- What's a Japanese hot spring (onsen)?
- Onsen (literally "hot spring") is a term often used to refer to both the mineral-rich hot springs and the bathing facilities that house them. Whether the bath is public or private, gender-segregated or mixed, indoor or outdoor, soaking and unwinding in the soothing geothermal waters at an onsen is a millennia-old custom deeply embedded in Japanese culture.
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- What's standard bathing etiquette?
- At a bathhouse—onsen or not—guests are expected to remove all clothing in their respective changing rooms before entering the bathing area. As a common courtesy, once inside the bathing area, guests should wash and rinse their bodies thoroughly before quietly stepping into the hot water. Whether you relax in solitude or converse softly with others is up to you, but guests should always be mindful of others. Wash towels are often used to cover one’s private areas while walking around. However, note that you should not put towels in the water.
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- Why are tattoos not allowed?
- While tattoos have become more popular among Japan's youth, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you might still be refused admission to bathhouses and swimming pools. Small tattoos can be covered up using waterproof bandaids, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast Info
Asian
Great Coffee!
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Bathhouse, Hot spring bath
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Goura-saryou Facilities and Features Welcome to Goura-saryou Guest House! This facility is the best place to refresh yourself in Hakone. First, you can fully enjoy abundant hot spring water. Especially, “gensen-kakenagashi” ― hot spring water flowing directly from the source ― will make you feel refreshed. In addition, you can use a private-use hot spring bath for free which can be reserved for an hour. Second, you will surely enjoy a fantastic night in summer! At the Bon festival, guest rooms offer splendid a view of fireworks and “daimonji-yaki” ― fires are lit on the mountain to form the Chinese character “大”, meaning large or big. They are so fantastic! Third, you can also enjoy a wide range of special meals. At dinner, we serve you high-quality local specialties and delicacies, such as “assorted fresh sashimi”, grilled spiny lobster, simmered alfonsino, wagyu-marbled beef grilled on earthenware utensils, and so on. At breakfast, we serve you what you can hardly have in other places, such as grilled alfonsino, homemade tofu, and so on. Last, this guest house is a baby-friendly facility. It offers you what you need to be comfortable with your baby. If you are with you
Languages spoken: English, Japanese
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Closest Landmarks *
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Hakone Museum of Art0.3 miles
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Hakone Gora Park0.4 miles
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Hakone Kowakien Yunessun0.6 miles
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Gora Station0.6 miles
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Okada Museum of Art0.7 miles
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Hakone Open-Air Museum0.7 miles
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Kowakudani Station0.9 miles
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Chisuji Falls1 miles
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Tenoyu1 miles
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Owakudani Valley1.1 miles
Restaurants & Markets *
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御殿場アウトレットプレミアム Market14.3 miles
Natural Beauty *
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大涌谷 Mountain1.6 miles
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芦ノ湖 Lake6.2 miles
Closest Airports *
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Oshima Airport36.9 miles
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Tokyo International Airport46.6 miles
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Shizuoka Airport57.7 miles
Most Popular Landmarks *
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Hakone-Yumoto Station3.8 miles
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Soga Bessho Bairin Festival9.5 miles
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Mount Fuji19.1 miles
What Travelers Love About This Location
“I read through a lot of reviews prior to booking Gora Saryo and found everyone enjoyed their stay and had a positive experience. After having stayed there mysel...”
Canada“Staff Quantity of food Room is Big Location next to cable car They dropped us to train station when we checked out !!!!”
United Arab Emirates“This was truly a unique special experience with a real feel of the japanese culture. it is a very affordable hotel with amazing staff and hosts. the food was su...”
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Facilities of Gora Saryo Great facilities! Review score, 9.1
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Parking
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Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
- Wine glasses
- High chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Free toiletries
- Spa tub
- Hairdryer
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Shampoo
- Toothbrush
- Toilet paper
- Linens
- Bathtub or shower
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
Living Area
- Dining area
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- TV
- Fax
Room Amenities
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Non-feather pillow
- Feather pillow
- Socket near the bed
- Yukata
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Accessibility
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Shower chair
- Adapted bath
- Toilet with grab rails
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
- Terrace
- Balcony
- Garden
Health & Wellness Facilities
- Bathhouse
- Hot spring bath
- Massage Additional charge
General
- Soundproof
- Iron
- Trash cans
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Food & Drink
- Bottle of water Additional charge
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Kids' meals Additional charge
- Wine/Champagne
- Restaurant
Activities
- Karaoke Additional charge
- Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Services
- Strollers
- Daily housekeeping
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Baggage storage
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
- Ironing service
View
- Quiet street view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- View
Entertainment & Family Services
- Books, DVDs & music for kids
- Books, DVDs or music for children
Safety & Security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
- Safe
Languages Spoken
- English
- Japanese
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Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM
Children & Beds
Children of all ages are welcome.
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There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Gora Saryo accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
The full amount of the reservation must be paid when checking in.
In order to prepare special amenities for men and women, guests are kindly requested to indicate the gender of each guest staying in the room in the Special Requests box when booking.
