Ryokan Mizunoto
250-0406 Kanagawa, Hakone, Kowakudani 492-23, Japan – Good location – show map
The staff at the facility was helpful and made the experience better. The outdoor Onsens were clean peaceful and amazing. I would have enjoyed staying additional days. The dinner and ramen was amazing. The rooms were big and comfortable. It was a relaxing stay and enjoyed by our entire group.

We loved it here. The onsen was great and we really enjoyed our private hot tub on the balcony. It's an easy walk from the closest bus station and you can walk to 7-11 and restaurants. The free steam buns and ramen was basically our dinner for two nights. We had pretty lame/foggy/rainy weather, so really used the onsen a lot. It was a great 2 day stay away from the hustle of Tokyo. If you're used to American breakfasts, the breakfast provided is a little challenging, but that's part of the experience too - try something new!

The baths, the meals, the facilities were great! I checked out all five baths, and all of them were experiences I won’t forget!

Everything! It exceeded our expectations. Facilities, room, food, amenities, service. Everything was beyond our expectations.

We had a room with a balcony bath and it was amazing. A little pricey, but I think worth it, since I have a tattoo and can't use the public baths. Dinner and breakfast had so many options and were very good (though I would be careful if you're not an adventurous eater) Be prepared if you're going to walk up to the hotel from the train station. It's uphill and I only saw a bit of sidewalk to walk on, so its slightly dangerous. I'd recommend taking the shuttle bus up, it runs at certain times, so contact the hotel to find out more. It helps to know a little japanese too.

The dinner and breakfast were the highlights- had around a 5-6 course meal! While the staff is limited in English, they were very helpful and tried their best! Hot springs were a first come-first serve basis, but was not hard to find a time for you to get a free spot. If you want a traditional ryokan experience, I highly recommend to come here! Also free buns and ramen at certain periods of time!

Authentic onsen experience with modern conveniences, sounds oxymoronic but true.

Dinner and breakfast included. Outstanding quality, very delicious. Super relaxing onsen.

I like everything about the property! Worth every spent at this cost.

The meals were absolutely excellent. Breakfast especially is not to be missed. The private Onsens is a nice treat

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Boasting an open-air hot spring bath and a garden, Mizunoto is located a 22-minute drive away from Hakone Yumoto Station on the Odakyu Line and Lake Ashi. It features bright contemporary rooms, an on-site restaurant and bar. Free parking is available on site.
Visit the Hakone Open Air Museum located a 11-minute walk away or make a 5-minute drive to Hakone Gora Park. JR Tokyo Station can be reached with a 70-minute ride on the Hakonetozan Line and Shinkansen (bullet train). Haneda Airport is a 100-minute drive away.
Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, fridge, air humidifier and yukata robes. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries, slippers, hairdryer and a high-tech toilet.
Guests can soak in the hot spring baths that can be reserved for private use, or relax with a massage treatment at an additional charge. There is also a coin-operated laundry machine, drinks vending machine and an on-site gift shop where souvenirs can be purchased.
Japanese dishes carefully prepared with beef, seafood and seasonal ingredients are served at the on-site restaurant.
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 8.0 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.7 for two-person stays.
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Okada Museum of Art0.2 miles
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Chisuji Falls0.2 miles
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Hakone Kowakien Yunessun0.2 miles
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Hakone Open-Air Museum0.5 miles
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Tenoyu0.7 miles
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Hakone Museum of Art0.7 miles
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Hakone Gora Park0.8 miles
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Hakone-Yumoto Station3.1 miles
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Soga Bessho Bairin Festival9.2 miles
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Train Kowakudani Station0.3 miles
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Train Miyanoshita Station0.8 miles
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Train Gora Station0.9 miles
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Tokyo International Airport46.3 miles
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Shizuoka Airport57.9 miles
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Food: Japanese
Open for: Breakfast, Dinner
足柄(足柄遊膳会席)
Food: Japanese
Open for: Breakfast, Dinner
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Amenities of Mizunoto
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7
Most popular amenities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Slippers
- Shared toilet
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Clothes rack
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Bath/Hot spring
- Hot spring bath
- Massage Additional charge
- Sauna
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
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No internet access available.
Parking
- Parking garage
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Elevator
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Safe
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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
Mizunoto 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
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Please inform Mizunoto of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about Mizunoto
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Mizunoto is 3 miles from the center of Hakone.
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Room options at Mizunoto include:
- Double
- Triple
- Twin
- Family
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The prices at Mizunoto may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Mizunoto (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private Parking
- Parking garage
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Guests staying at Mizunoto can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Asian
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Mizunoto has 2 restaurants:
- 足柄(足柄遊膳会席)
- つつじ亭(炙り焼き会席)
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Mizunoto offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Sauna
- Massage
- Hot spring bath
- Bath/Hot spring
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Check-in at Mizunoto is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Mizunoto by:
- Train 2h 20min