Hakone Gora Byakudan vs Yoshimatsu
Two ryokans in Hakone, Kanagawa, compared side by side — price, onsen, dining, and atmosphere. Find the right fit for your trip.
Hakone Gora Byakudan
Price range
$$$
Amenities
- Yukata and loungewear
- Bathrobes
- Full bathroom amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning and heating
Key experiences
- Private open-air bathing in golden mineral water surrounded by forest
- Kaiseki dinner featuring Sagami Bay seafood and Hakone mountain produce
- Forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) among 12,000 sqm of deciduous trees
- Earthenware pot rice at breakfast cooked in traditional style
- Large communal indoor baths with Izu stone decoration
Nestled in the serene deciduous forests of Hakone, **Hakone Gora Byakudan** is a tranquil haven that embodies the essence of Japan's natural beauty and cultural heritage. This boutique ryokan is perfect for travelers seeking an intimate connection with nature, whether it's a couple celebrating a special moment amidst the breathtaking vistas or a solo traveler seeking solitude in the hot springs. A signature experience here is savoring a traditional kaiseki dinner while surrounded by the soothing scent of sandalwood, followed by a morning spent soaking in the private onsen as the misty forest awakens around you—a truly immersive way to experience the authentic tranquility of Japan.
Yoshimatsu
Price range
$$$
Amenities
- Yukata robes
- Bath towels and toiletries
- Green tea set
- Refrigerator
- Air conditioning and heating
Key experiences
- Soaking in a private open-air bath with views of Mount Fuji and Lake Ashi
- Savoring beautifully presented seasonal kaiseki cuisine with the freshest local ingredients
- Gazing at Mount Fuji reflected in Lake Ashi from the ryokan's hillside vantage point
- Strolling through the meticulously maintained Japanese gardens
- Experiencing all four public baths, which rotate by gender to ensure variety
Which should you choose?
Choose Hakone Gora Byakudan if…
Nestled in the serene deciduous forests of Hakone, **Hakone Gora Byakudan** is a tranquil haven that embodies the essence of Japan's natural beauty and cultural heritage
Choose Yoshimatsu if…
You prefer an alternative style in Hakone, Kanagawa.