Name: Gyokutei
Address: 250-0311 Kanagawa, Hakone, Yumoto 501, Japan, Yumoto 501, Kanagawa, 250-0311, Japan
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $688 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.5

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Ryokan Gyokutei

250-0311 Kanagawa, Hakone, Yumoto 501, Japan –

Hakone-Yumoto Station: only 6 minutes away! (1,450 feet by foot)

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June 9, 2016

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Beautiful setting amid Japanese stone lanterns, moss gardens and a running brook. quiet and peaceful. The private cedar hot tub was wonderful.

Shanti, United States of America

Beautiful property with charming staff and great amenities. Very relaxing and peaceful. Also easy to get to from the Hakone Yumato train station.

Julia, United States of America

Lovely spacious room & exquisite kaiseki cuisine in a beautiful Japanese garden setting. Very enjoyable stay & impeccable service.....

Ka-chung, United Kingdom

Gyokutei is a beautiful and very traditional Ryokan. The staff was extremely polite and friendly. Breakfast and dinner was fantastic. Huge apartments with private bathtub, beautiful public bath and garden. We had a wonderful time at Gyokutei. It's easy to get there by public transportation (e.g. from Tokyo/Kyoto).

Maria, Italy

It's a lovely ryokan near the major train station in Hakone. There are only 8 rooms so you have real privacy and peace. Our room actually had multiple rooms and its own indoor onsen. It was much larger than I expected with a good view of the garden. Akemi was our server and she was so helpful, speaking in English and answering all of our questions and making sure we were always comfortable. The food is very high quality. I live in Japan so this is one of many ryokan experiences and it has been one of my favorites.

Alexandra, Japan

Dinner and breakfast are excellent. Room is quite large and comfortable, with a good view of Japanese garden.

Feng, Taiwan

The staff were amazing, the food was a true Japanese experience, and the osens were lovely. We came away feeling like we’d had a really authentic traditional Japanese experience. Location close to the train station was great because we were only in Hakone for one night. We were glad we got a ya I because there is a bit of a steep hill to get there.

Wiig, New Zealand

The experience of staying in a ryokan, of having a traditional dinner, of having a hot spring inside, was great! I was there for my Birthday. They even gave me a present, it was a very nice surprise! Ryokan and Fuji - a wonderful combination.

Dana, Romania

We really enjoyed our stay in 玉庭, authentic traditional Japanese hotel and food! Clean room, warm spring... And Etsuko (Idk if the spell's right) was nice and helpful, we would never forget this trip, thank you

Xiaoyi, China

An authentic Japanese experience with the most delightful team hosting, We saved up for this experience & loved it, The food was so interesting & unusual & the kids meal was perfect for our son.

Singapore, Singapore

10

Free WiFi

What guests loved the most:
“Beautiful setting amid Japanese stone lanterns, moss gardens and a running brook. quiet and peaceful. The private cedar hot tub was wonderful.”

Shanti United States of America
“Beautiful property with charming staff and great amenities. Very relaxing and peaceful. Also easy to get to from the Hakone Yumato train station.”

Julia United States of America
“Lovely spacious room & exquisite kaiseki cuisine in a beautiful Japanese garden setting. Very enjoyable stay & impeccable service.....”

Ka-chung United Kingdom
“Gyokutei is a beautiful and very traditional Ryokan. The staff was extremely polite and friendly. Breakfast and dinner was fantastic. ”

Maria Italy
“It's a lovely ryokan near the major train station in Hakone. There are only 8 rooms so you have real privacy and peace. Our room actually had multiple rooms and its own indoor onsen. ”

Alexandra Japan
“Dinner and breakfast are excellent. Room is quite large and comfortable, with a good view of Japanese garden.”

Feng Taiwan
“The staff were amazing, the food was a true Japanese experience, and the osens were lovely. We came away feeling like we’d had a really authentic traditional Japanese experience. ”

Wiig New Zealand
“The experience of staying in a ryokan, of having a traditional dinner, of having a hot spring inside, was great! I was there for my Birthday. They even gave me a present, it was a very nice surprise! ”

Dana Romania
“We really enjoyed our stay in 玉庭, authentic traditional Japanese hotel and food! Clean room, warm spring... ”

Xiaoyi China
“An authentic Japanese experience with the most delightful team hosting, We saved up for this experience & loved it, The food was so interesting & unusual & the kids meal was perfect for...”

Singapore Singapore

Located atop a hill in Hakone, Gyokutei offers an authentic Japanese accommodations with an indoor hot spring bath. Hakoneyumoto Train Station is a leisurely 8-minute walk from the ryokan.

All rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. Each are equipped with a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator and a private bathroom with a bath, shower and free toiletries. Extras include slippers, a hair dryer and yukata robes.

Luggage storage space, a massage service and a garden are all on offer at Gyokutei Ryokan.

For dinner, traditional kaiseki (multi-course) meals are served in guest rooms.

Hakone Open-air Museum is 50-minute train ride away on the Hakone Tozan Line, while Hakone Gora Park is 55-minute train ride from the property. Lake Ashi is a 30-minute drive away.

This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Hakone! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Hakone! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Closest Landmarks

Hakone-Yumoto Station
0.3 miles
Forest Adventure Hakone
0.4 miles
Hakone Yuryo
0.4 miles
Tonosawa Station
0.6 miles
Ohiradai Station
1.7 miles
Miyanoshita Station
2.4 miles
Kowakudani Station
2.9 miles
Chisuji Falls
2.9 miles
Hakone Open-Air Museum
3 miles
Okada Museum of Art
3.2 miles

Closest Airports

Tokyo International Airport
44 miles
Shizuoka Airport
60.1 miles

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Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

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Pets are not allowed.

Gyokutei accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Please note that the property only serves Japanese-style meals, which are mainly sea food. Vegetarian meals cannot be prepared.

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.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

“Gyokutei is a beautiful and very traditional Ryokan. The staff was extremely polite and friendly. Breakfast and dinner was fantastic. Huge apartments with private bathtub, beautiful public bath and garden. We had a wonderful time at Gyokutei. It's easy to get there by public transportation (e.g. from Tokyo/Kyoto).”

Maria

Italy

“It's a lovely ryokan near the major train station in Hakone. There are only 8 rooms so you have real privacy and peace. Our room actually had multiple rooms and its own indoor onsen. It was much larger than I expected with a good view of the garden. Akemi was our server and she was so helpful, speaking in English and answering all of our questions and making sure we were always comfortable. The food is very high quality. I live in Japan so this is one of many ryokan experiences and it has been one of my favorites.”

Alexandra

Japan

“The staff were amazing, the food was a true Japanese experience, and the osens were lovely. We came away feeling like we’d had a really authentic traditional Japanese experience. Location close to the train station was great because we were only in Hakone for one night. We were glad we got a ya I because there is a bit of a steep hill to get there.”

Wiig

New Zealand

“The experience of staying in a ryokan, of having a traditional dinner, of having a hot spring inside, was great! I was there for my Birthday. They even gave me a present, it was a very nice surprise! Ryokan and Fuji - a wonderful combination.”

Dana

Romania

“We really enjoyed our stay in 玉庭, authentic traditional Japanese hotel and food! Clean room, warm spring... And Etsuko (Idk if the spell's right) was nice and helpful, we would never forget this trip, thank you”

Xiaoyi

China

“An authentic Japanese experience with the most delightful team hosting, We saved up for this experience & loved it, The food was so interesting & unusual & the kids meal was perfect for our son.”

Singapore

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Reviewed: November 19, 2018

Shanti
United States of America

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beautiful setting amid Japanese stone lanterns, moss gardens and a running brook. quiet and peaceful. The private cedar hot tub was wonderful.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 14, 2018

Ka-chung
United Kingdom
9.5

“Fabulous Onsen experience....”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
the only slightly negative thing is only 1 Onsen pool, however didn’t have time to try the other side as men/women switching Onsen location on alternative day
Lovely spacious room & exquisite kaiseki cuisine in a beautiful Japanese garden setting. Very enjoyable stay & impeccable service.....

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 5, 2018

Maria Knaus
Italy
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Gyokutei is a beautiful and very traditional Ryokan. The staff was extremely polite and friendly. Breakfast and dinner was fantastic. Huge apartments with private bathtub, beautiful public bath and garden. We had a wonderful time at Gyokutei. It's easy to get there by public transportation (e.g. from Tokyo/Kyoto).

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: October 30, 2018

Alexandra
Japan
9.2

“Lovely, great value ryokan in the heart of Hakone”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The walk up the hill with our bags was a bit of a chore, but you could always take a cab. It would be nice if there was a shuttle services. The onsen is nice, clean and hot, but small and there's no outside.
It's a lovely ryokan near the major train station in Hakone. There are only 8 rooms so you have real privacy and peace. Our room actually had multiple rooms and its own indoor onsen. It was much larger than I expected with a good view of the garden. Akemi was our server and she was so helpful, speaking in English and answering all of our questions and making sure we were always comfortable. The food is very high quality. I live in Japan so this is one of many ryokan experiences and it has been one of my favorites.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 22, 2018

Julia
United States of America
10

“Lovely ryokan experience ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beautiful property with charming staff and great amenities. Very relaxing and peaceful. Also easy to get to from the Hakone Yumato train station.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 15, 2018

Feng
Taiwan
9.2

Wonderful
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Sometimes the service seem "too much", when we left hotel, many staffs or even boss sent us until we went outside the hotel entrace making us fail to take some pictures of the hotel garden, they took picture for whole our family, but we also hope to take more pictures for beautiful and trandional garden, when many staffs were waiting and surround us, we were not comfortable to do that.
Dinner and breakfast are excellent. Room is quite large and comfortable, with a good view of Japanese garden.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: June 3, 2018

Wiig
New Zealand
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was very clean but it felt quite dated. The towels were pretty threadbare! But the beds on the floor were surprisingly comfortable and the rooms very spacious.
The staff were amazing, the food was a true Japanese experience, and the osens were lovely. We came away feeling like we’d had a really authentic traditional Japanese experience. Location close to the train station was great because we were only in Hakone for one night. We were glad we got a ya I because there is a bit of a steep hill to get there.

Stayed in June 2018
Reviewed: April 10, 2018

Dana
Romania
Age group: 45 – 54

4 helpful votes
9.6

“Great traditional experience!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 1 night
If you have big luggage, you should know the ryokan is not so easy to get to from the train station. And it is up the hill. (From the ryokan to the train station it's easy...). The staff does not speak English, so the "hand" language and a good translate app would help :)
The experience of staying in a ryokan, of having a traditional dinner, of having a hot spring inside, was great! I was there for my Birthday. They even gave me a present, it was a very nice surprise! Ryokan and Fuji - a wonderful combination.

Stayed in March 2018
Reviewed: November 5, 2017

Xiaoyi
China
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 1 night
We really enjoyed our stay in 玉庭, authentic traditional Japanese hotel and food! Clean room, warm spring... And Etsuko (Idk if the spell's right) was nice and helpful, we would never forget this trip, thank you

Stayed in October 2017
Reviewed: October 30, 2017

Anonymous
United Kingdom
5.0

“Disappointing for the money”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff were rude. There was no apology made when our credit cards (multiple accounts) were incorrectly processed multiple times and no communication of what was happening. During the stay, we were constantly on edge regarding when people would come in or what the ‘dinner practice’ would be - one dish would come then an inconsistent time would pass and someone would appear from outside our closed dining room. It was all a little anexity inducing. The lack of staff’s English seemed quaint to begin with but for the money you are paying, it was far from what we would expect. Overall, it felt like you were at mercy to their timetable, with no communication of expectations.
The location and grounds were excellent - a very pretty venue

Stayed in October 2017
Reviewed: May 22, 2017

Anonymous
United States of America

2 helpful votes
9.2

“Excellent option for first-time authentic Japanese Ryokan experience”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Our private onsen was broken in the morning and because the check out time was at 11 a.m., we had to rush. (Yet the hotel tried their best to help us fix the problem which was very nice!)
I loved almost every little thing at Gyokutei. I am really glad we chose Gyokutei as the place to have our first Ryokan experience. The staff were super sweet and the food was awesome! the natural hot spring water felt really nice and because the place was not big at all (five suites at most?), I felt more like a private onsen when I went to the public hot spring bath. Would highly recommend this place to anyone who's looking for an authentic Japanese Ryokan experience.

Stayed in May 2017
Reviewed: April 18, 2017

Singapore
Singapore

2 helpful votes
9.6

“Making Memories in an Authentic Ryokan”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
This Ryokan is like stepping back in time so if you like modern then this is not for you.
An authentic Japanese experience with the most delightful team hosting, We saved up for this experience & loved it, The food was so interesting & unusual & the kids meal was perfect for our son.

Stayed in March 2017
Reviewed: December 15, 2016

Stephan
Germany

2 helpful votes
9.6

“Unique Ryokan experience”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We had a wonderful stay in this superbly neat and meticulously run Ryokan. We enjoyed a lot the spacious traditional Japanese apartment with indoor hot spring bath, 7 course Kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast with a splendid view at the traditional style garden. Also a special thanks to the staff who are super friendly and helpful !

Stayed in November 2016

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