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Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan

4.0 star property
Suburban ryokan with restaurant, near Hakone Kowakien Yunessun

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Kaiseki dinner - Breakfast and Dinner included Japanese room Twin, Annex (No bathroom) | Room amenity
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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Balcony
Nestled near Hakone Open Air Museum, Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan offers a serene retreat. Soak in the indoor mineral hot spring or unwind at the bar and restaurant on site while staying connected with free in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Onsen
  • Free parking

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Hot springs
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Fireplace

Room options

View all photos for Crab & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast Included, Japanese-Western Suite, Annex, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Crab & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast Included, Japanese-Western Suite, Annex, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Crab & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast Included, Open-Air Bath, Annex, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Crab & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast Included, Open-Air Bath, Annex, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Crab & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast Included, Japanese-Style Twin, Annex (No Bathroom) NS

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Crab & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast Included, Japanese-Style Twin, Annex (No Bathroom) NS

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Crab&Kaiseki Dinner and BF Included, Japanese-Style Twin, Main Bld. (No Bathroom) Adult Only, NS

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Crab&Kaiseki Dinner and BF Included, Japanese-Style Twin, Main Bld. (No Bathroom) Adult Only, NS

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Crab & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast Included, Open-Air Bath, Private Villa Type, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Crab & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast Included, Open-Air Bath, Private Villa Type, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Detached private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Wagyu & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast included, Japanese-Western Suite, Annex, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Wagyu & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast included, Japanese-Western Suite, Annex, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Wagyu & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast included, Open-air bath room, Annex, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Wagyu & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast included, Open-air bath room, Annex, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Wagyu & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast included, Japanese-style Twin room, Annex (No bathroom) Non Smo

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Wagyu & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast included, Japanese-style Twin room, Annex (No bathroom) Non Smo

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Wagyu&Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast, Japanese Twin Room Main building (No bathroom) Adult only NonSmo

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Wagyu&Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast, Japanese Twin Room Main building (No bathroom) Adult only NonSmo

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Wagyu & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast included, Private Villa with Open-air bath room, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Wagyu & Kaiseki Dinner and Breakfast included, Private Villa with Open-air bath room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room with Shared Bathroom - Main Building

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Room with Shared Bathroom - Main Building

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Superior Room with Open-Air Onsen Bath - Annex

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room with Open-Air Onsen Bath - Annex

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Japanese room twin Annex (Shared Bathroom)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Japanese room twin Annex (Shared Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Suite Room - Annex

  • Sleeps 5

Villa with Open-Air Onsen Bath

  • Sleeps 6

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Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU

  • Onsen
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,690 reviews
The price is CNY2,646
CNY3,216 total
Dec 11 - Dec 12
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About the neighborhood

Map
503 Kowakudani, Hakone, Kanagawa, 250-0406

What's nearby

  • Hakone Kowakien Yunessun - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hakone Open Air Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hakone Gora Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Hakone Shrine - 13 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lake Ashi - 14 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Haneda Airport (HND) - 102 min drive
  • Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) - 159 min drive
  • Hakone Ohiradai Station - 6 min drive
  • Hakone Gora Station - 23 min walk
  • Hakone Miyanoshita Station - 26 min walk
  • Kowakidani Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪箱根餃子センター - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Hakone Open-Air Museum Café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gora Brewery And Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪fontana - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪ダイニングはこね - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan

At Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Hakone Open Air Museum. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Lake Ashi and Hakone Gora Park are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Kowakidani Station is 11 minutes away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Hot springs
  • Shopping

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Fireplace

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Tatami (woven mat floors)
  • Tokonoma (alcove)
  • Fusuma (room partition)

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. There are indoor/outdoor hot springs open between 5:00 AM and midnight. The temperature in the hot springs is set to 108°F.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from August 6 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the ryokan will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Hot springs access available from 5:00 AM to midnight
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Also known as

Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya
HakoneKowakien MikawayaRyokan
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan Ryokan
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan Hakone
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan Ryokan Hakone

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan includes hot springs.

Are there restaurants at or near Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan like?

Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan is a short 8-minute walk from Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and 17 minutes' walk from Hakone Open Air Museum.

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Reviews

Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and plentiful with a variety of traditional Japanese dishes and generous portions. (11 reviews)
  • The onsen and spa services, including massages, were excellent and convenient. (3 reviews)
  • The property offers a private hot spring and a great outdoor hot tub experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Location was nice and isolated. Private onsen deck was nice and quiet. Our only close neighbours were the giant spiders and other small hakone residents
Phillip, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful surroundings, authentic Japanese experience, wonderful staff.
Jared, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great stay!

The food is absolutely amazing, the staff are very friendly, a local bus conveniently passes right buy it, they have a free shuttle to take to Gora which is the rope way station is. Their bath was slightly underwhelming but they have an option to use another public bath for free (5 minutes away). The room was clean and comfortable. It’s in a calmer and quieter area if that’s what you are looking for. Not much to do after dinner but very peaceful.
Seda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the private onsen. The dinner provided was outstanding
Jose, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely gorgeous property! So clean and comfortable and the hospitality was top notch. Best part was the view of the mountains from our room! If you are looking for a break in your Japan trip to relax and unwind, this would be the place.
Alexandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful stay in a beautiful ryokan with traditional but comfortable decor and furnishings. The staff, the service, the food, the onsen were all superb and we especially loved our spacious suite with amazing views of the countryside!
Sanjeev, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spa hotel

Amazing hotel, wonderful food! Great private hot tub. Loved the outdoor shower.
Laura, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I loved the traditional stay. Lovely staff. I do think the accommodations were overpriced. The food was good but both mornings my hot breakfast was cold. Just make sure you don’t mind being far from other places.
Louise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They are very kind. Food is very delicious.
Kun Jong, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I really enjoyed the rooms at the property. The Ryokan style rooms with paper screen sliding doors and tatami mats made the room feel comfortable as well as the western style beds. The meals were served in the dining hall. Overall the property is quite nice and we felt welcomed on check in and during our stay.
Wilson, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room and service was excellent. Food was good. Some of the staff spoke english which made the stay easy.
Jani, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best traditional living experiences i experience in Japan
CHIA,YANG, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

A lovely Ryokan experience, great food, free alcohol in the evening, friendly staff, but a little bit too expensive.
Patrick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was amazing. The staff are very friendly and helpful, the dinners and breakfasts were unbelievable and the rooms were lovely. Lots of nice hiking roads and trails nearby too.
Luke, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A truly wonderful experience! Amazing food and service.
Nicholas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

across bus stop
Abella, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely quiet getaway at this historic ryokan. It is over 140 years old and is still going strong with its delightful staff and beautiful natural hot springs. They offer a room with a personal hot spring which is the one we stayed in. Have to say would visit again. If you plan on ordering the dinner or breakfast be advised the portions are enormous but delicious.
Jorge, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A Truly Memorable and Authentic Japanese Experience Our stay at Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan was nothing short of incredible. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by the staff, whose kindness, attentiveness, and genuine friendliness made us feel right at home. They went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and were always willing to help with anything we needed. The room was beautiful—spacious, peaceful, and perfectly in line with the traditional Japanese aesthetic we were hoping to experience. From the tatami floors to the yukata robes and the relaxing onsen, every detail was thoughtfully presented and added to the authenticity of our stay. This ryokan is a perfect blend of hospitality and tradition, and we left feeling refreshed, grateful, and already planning a return visit. Highly recommended for anyone looking to immerse themselves in Japanese culture and receive exceptional service along the way
Ruben, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely traditional ryokan in Hakone. Fantastic food with the half board booking - a full Japanese evening meal and breakfast. The Osen was very relaxing. We caught the free hotel shuttle bus several times to the Gora train station for various site-seeing adventures. I would highly recommend staying at the Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan.
ROBYN, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hands down the most beautiful vacation stay I have ever and maybe will ever experience. It’s worth it to spring for the room with the private onsen, as well as the half board meals. They are generous with servings and two meals per day was more than enough for us. It felt so special dining in such a beautiful environment, and getting to try so many carefully prepared foods. The property itself is beautiful, well-situated near bus stops, and the staff was a pleasure to interact with. We will definitely be staying here again.

4/10 Fair

We were excited to reserve two nights at this ryokan, as we were truly impressed by the beautiful photos posted on Expedia. Unfortunately, some of the photos turned out to be quite misleading. While the listing did mention that the property is over 100 years old—a detail we admittedly overlooked—it became clear upon arrival that the property is a little dated. Some areas of the carpet showed noticeable wear and tear, and we even spotted spider webs on the ceiling and in corners of the hallways, which was disappointing. One particularly surprising moment was when we returned from a day trip, carrying two handfuls of trash from our journey. Since it had been a rainy day and we’d been picking up drinks and snacks while driving, we hadn’t found a place to dispose of the trash earlier. I approached the front desk for assistance, only to be told to discard everything in the small bin inside our room. This response felt dismissive, especially considering the standard of hospitality typically expected at a ryokan. Dinner is usually something I look forward to at traditional inns like this, but I have to say the meals were just average—definitely not something I’d rave about. If you’re driving up the mountain, you might find better dining options elsewhere. That said, the mountain view from our room was absolutely stunning and definitely a highlight of the stay. Overall, I’m sorry to say that the experience didn’t quite live up to expectations, especially given the price we paid.
Wai Leong, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Stay away!

We did not know that our room would have only an outside shower, and it was about 40°, so we could not use the shower at all! Room was not genuine ryokan, as we had beds rather than futon and we had to go to a dining area for our meals. It might be better to stay in a room with a shared bathroom because those are in the older part of the hotel. Stinked odor of mold everywhere in the hotel Samiel were OK, but everything else was substandard. We were very excited about this day, which was our last evening in Japan, and it was a huge disappointment. The glowing reviews I read online must be from people who don't know what to expect at a traditional Japanese in
Russell, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff friendly and the rooms are clean , convenient location
Brenda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Personalet var fantastisk og hjælpsomme. Der var god stemning på hotellet og vi nød det alle mand. Vores værelse var med en egen pool med dejligt varmt vand . Det kan klart anbefales ! Vi nød området og gik ned til liften gg kunne. Tage. Dejlig tur derop Alt i alt en klar anbefaling og et dejligt sted
Claus, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Beautiful traditional room with private onsen.
Jane, 1-night trip