Name: Shiunso
Address: 250-0315 Kanagawa, Hakone, Tonosawa 92, Japan, Tonosawa 92, Kanagawa, 250-0315, Japan
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $371 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.8

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Ryokan Shiunso

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Nice, typical Japanese room. The staff was helpful. The breakfast and the dinner were unbelievable (Japanese fresh food, shabu-shabu etc.). The two onsen are also unforgettable and the nature is amazing for walking and visiting the sites all around (incredible open-air museum of sculptures, beautiful Ashi lac to see the Fuji, etc.)

Beckotte, Switzerland

We really loved the onsen! The outside one was spectacular, and you cross a small river to get to it, it was beautiful! The staff was also very nice and helpful, and walked us to the bus to help with luggage when we left - so thoughtful!

Ioana, United Kingdom

Absolutely wonderful traditional ryokan experience. Definitely book the private outdoor onsen Embrace the traditional, local cuisine which was beautifully presented

Claire, Canada

We celebrated our wedding anniversary at Shiunso. The staff was extremely attentive, especially Maria who served our meals. The view from the outdoor onsen was beautiful, and the entire experience incredibly relaxing—an excellent place to honor a special event.

Anonymous, United States of America

Great facilities. Baths were private and unique. Grand public baths were large enough to not be crowded. Service was amazing even though we knew very limited Japanese. They were patient and accommodating to our requests.

Anonymous, United States of America

Easy to find and accessible by different travel modes. Happy hour between 4 and 6pm with free soft drink or beer after using bath. Attentive staff.

Lily, Australia

Private onsen was amazing. Room sizes and view were spot on and relaxing. Very Japanese. Food was great. Staff treated us like royalty. Faultless staff.

Mathias-b86, United Kingdom

Great hotel if you want a traditional Japanese experience. The staff was very helpful, the traditional room was great (no bed in the room, but the staff comes after your dinner to install the futon on the floor for you) and the onsen was amazing (you get to choose at what time you want to reserve your onsen upon check-in, the private onsen in the middle of the forest at 7AM was magical). things to note: you have a set menu for dinner, served in your room the traditional way (so you of course have to like Japanese food), same for breakfast (grilled fish and tofu for breakfast was interesting, but part of the experience).

Baptiste, Netherlands

It was perfect! Thank you very much for this wonderful time at your hotel. Our room with the balkony, where we have admired the sight on the river with the cup of tea, was very-very nice. It's an unforgettable experience with the privat bath in the room, where you can seit even in the midnight, if you'd like to)))) The supper and breakfast were very tasty and the service was very friendly. The location was also very good.

Kseniia, Germany

Essential if you want a genuine Japanese experience. I've never had such good hospitality. All the staff were excellent and really wanted to make our stay comfortable and educational. The futon beds are very comfortable. There is a small station a 5/10 minute walk down the hill (then up some steep steps) which gets you to all the sights. Be prepared for the train to take a little while to get anywhere as it has to travel up a steep mountain. The buses might be quicker but the train is a great experience. The shuttle bus from the station (stand C) is very useful. It costs 100 yen per person but is free when it takes you back to the station. It says on the side of the bus that it goes to the hotel. The views from the hotel are beautiful. Take insect repellent due to the the mosquitos as it's near water. I've come away with 25 bites! The open air onsen is available to hire for 3,000 yen and is well worth it. There is a public onsen for free.

Catherine, United Kingdom

9.5

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What guests loved the most:
“Nice, typical Japanese room. The staff was helpful. The breakfast and the dinner were unbelievable (Japanese fresh food, shabu-shabu etc.). ”

Beckotte Switzerland
“We really loved the onsen! The outside one was spectacular, and you cross a small river to get to it, it was beautiful! ”

Ioana United Kingdom
“Absolutely wonderful traditional ryokan experience. Definitely book the private outdoor onsen Embrace the traditional, local cuisine which was beautifully presented”

Claire Canada
“We celebrated our wedding anniversary at Shiunso. The staff was extremely attentive, especially Maria who served our meals. ”

United States of America
“Great facilities. Baths were private and unique. Grand public baths were large enough to not be crowded. Service was amazing even though we knew very limited Japanese. ”

United States of America
“Easy to find and accessible by different travel modes. Happy hour between 4 and 6pm with free soft drink or beer after using bath. Attentive staff.”

Lily Australia
“Private onsen was amazing. Room sizes and view were spot on and relaxing. Very Japanese. Food was great. Staff treated us like royalty. Faultless staff.”

Mathias-b86 United Kingdom
“Great hotel if you want a traditional Japanese experience. The staff was very helpful, the traditional room was great (no bed in the room, but the staff comes after your dinner to install the futon on...”

Baptiste Netherlands
“It was perfect! Thank you very much for this wonderful time at your hotel. Our room with the balkony, where we have admired the sight on the river with the cup of tea, was very-very nice. ”

Kseniia Germany
“Essential if you want a genuine Japanese experience. I've never had such good hospitality. All the staff were excellent and really wanted to make our stay comfortable and educational. ”

Catherine United Kingdom

Next to Hayakawa River and overlooking bamboo hills, Hakone’s Shiunso Ryokan offers luxurious Japanese accommodations with natural hot-spring baths. Traditional multi-course meals and rooms with private open-air baths are featured. Free WiFi is available.

All rooms at Ryokan Shiunso have tatami (woven-straw) floors, futon beds and an private bathroom. Guests can make a fresh cup of tea and watch a DVD or simply listen to the whispering river.

In addition to the hotel’s 3 public hot-spring baths, private-use baths can be reserved for a fee. Those wanting a break from the peaceful atmosphere can sing karaoke in the lounge.

Multi-course meals featuring Japanese specialties are served in guests’ rooms. Fresh seasonal seafood are prepared and acquired by the head chef who goes to the Tsukiji Fish Market on a daily basis. Meals are served on dishware made from bamboo acquired on site. The hotel can prepare a Western breakfast or special meals upon advance request.

Shiunso is a 15-minute taxi ride from JR Odawara Train Station or a 5-minute drive from Hakone Yumoto Train Station, and free parking is provided. Hakone’s main street is a 15-minute walk 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 8.5 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

Tonosawa Station
0.1 miles
Hakone Yuryo
0.2 miles
Forest Adventure Hakone
0.2 miles
Hakone-Yumoto Station
0.6 miles
Ohiradai Station
1.1 miles
Miyanoshita Station
1.8 miles
Kowakudani Station
2.3 miles
Chisuji Falls
2.4 miles
Hakone Open-Air Museum
2.5 miles
Okada Museum of Art
2.7 miles

Closest Airports

Tokyo International Airport
44.3 miles
Shizuoka Airport
59.8 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“It was perfect! Thank you very much for this wonderful time at your hotel. Our room with the balkony, where we have admired the sight on the river with the cup ...”

Kseniia

Germany

9.5

“Essential if you want a genuine Japanese experience. I've never had such good hospitality. All the staff were excellent and really wanted to make our stay c...”

Catherine

United Kingdom

9.1

“Location was great and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The private outdoor bath was amazing! A very calm and relaxing atmosphere overall. ”

Niko

Finland

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3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Until 10:00 AM

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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 and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

The Fine Print

Guests who will check in after 18:00 are required to notify the hotel. Guests who arrive after 19:00 may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.

Child rates are applicable to children 12 years and under. Please contact the property directly for more details.

Please note, all meal requests must be made at least 3 days prior to arrival. Requests made at a later time cannot be accommodated.

The property caters to vegetarian requests, to allergies and other special meal requests if requested in advance. Please be informed however that all special requests are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.

“Nice, typical Japanese room. The staff was helpful. The breakfast and the dinner were unbelievable (Japanese fresh food, shabu-shabu etc.). The two onsen are also unforgettable and the nature is amazing for walking and visiting the sites all around (incredible open-air museum of sculptures, beautiful Ashi lac to see the Fuji, etc.)”

Beckotte

Switzerland

“We really loved the onsen! The outside one was spectacular, and you cross a small river to get to it, it was beautiful! The staff was also very nice and helpful, and walked us to the bus to help with luggage when we left - so thoughtful!”

Ioana

“We celebrated our wedding anniversary at Shiunso. The staff was extremely attentive, especially Maria who served our meals. The view from the outdoor onsen was beautiful, and the entire experience incredibly relaxing—an excellent place to honor a special event.”

Anonymous

United States of America

“Great facilities. Baths were private and unique. Grand public baths were large enough to not be crowded. Service was amazing even though we knew very limited Japanese. They were patient and accommodating to our requests.”

“Great hotel if you want a traditional Japanese experience. The staff was very helpful, the traditional room was great (no bed in the room, but the staff comes after your dinner to install the futon on the floor for you) and the onsen was amazing (you get to choose at what time you want to reserve your onsen upon check-in, the private onsen in the middle of the forest at 7AM was magical). things to note: you have a set menu for dinner, served in your room the traditional way (so you of course have to like Japanese food), same for breakfast (grilled fish and tofu for breakfast was interesting, but part of the experience).”

Baptiste

Netherlands

“It was perfect! Thank you very much for this wonderful time at your hotel. Our room with the balkony, where we have admired the sight on the river with the cup of tea, was very-very nice. It's an unforgettable experience with the privat bath in the room, where you can seit even in the midnight, if you'd like to)))) The supper and breakfast were very tasty and the service was very friendly. The location was also very good. ”

“Essential if you want a genuine Japanese experience. I've never had such good hospitality. All the staff were excellent and really wanted to make our stay comfortable and educational. The futon beds are very comfortable. There is a small station a 5/10 minute walk down the hill (then up some steep steps) which gets you to all the sights. Be prepared for the train to take a little while to get anywhere as it has to travel up a steep mountain. The buses might be quicker but the train is a great experience. The shuttle bus from the station (stand C) is very useful. It costs 100 yen per person but is free when it takes you back to the station. It says on the side of the bus that it goes to the hotel. The views from the hotel are beautiful. Take insect repellent due to the the mosquitos as it's near water. I've come away with 25 bites! The open air onsen is available to hire for 3,000 yen and is well worth it. There is a public onsen for free.”

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	Twin Room with Private Open-Air Bath 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Features tatami (woven-straw) floors and traditional futon beds. This room includes a private open-air hot-spring bath. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Balcony • Refrigerator • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Flat-screen TV • View • Electric kettle Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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