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.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Non-smoking
24/7 front desk
Onsen
Air conditioning
Free parking
Main amenities (10)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants 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
Lift
Bath or shower
In-room climate control (air conditioning)
Fireplace
Room options
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At Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan, you'll be a short five-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 travellers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Kowakidani Station is 11 minutes away.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean
At a glance
Hotel size
25 rooms
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
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Children
One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Shared microwave
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Hot springs
Shopping
Services
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Lift
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
Bath or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
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 spring (onsen) and yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's 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 checkout. 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 13 years of age.
A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.
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 bath facility
Policies
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 that 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 on-site 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?
On-site recreation at Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan includes hot springs.
Are there restaurants at or near Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan?
Yes, there's an on-site 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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Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
2 January 2025
Private onsen was amazing and the food was delicious!
Jared
10/10 Exceptional
30 March 2025
5 out of 5
It was good. Just no touch pay like the USA unless you’re staying at its sister location then they do. Anyway good service, food and experience for a 5 star Ryokan.
Hannah
Hannah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 January 2025
They are very kind. Food is very delicious.
Kun Jong
Kun Jong, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 October 2024
The private onsen was very nice and food was superb.
Qianjun
Qianjun, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 December 2024
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
Sanjeev, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 October 2024
Great spa hotel
Amazing hotel, wonderful food! Great private hot tub. Loved the outdoor shower.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
This is a wonderful, magical trip back in time.
The staff is truly dedicated and attentive, and the onsen is terrific.
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 November 2024
One of the best traditional living experiences i experience in Japan
CHIA,YANG
CHIA,YANG, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
Wonderful stay
Amazing one night stay, food and service was fantastic, room was very cosy. Live the private onsen!
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2024
It was great, albeit slightly old facilities.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
23 November 2024
A lovely Ryokan experience, great food, free alcohol in the evening, friendly staff, but a little bit too expensive.
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 November 2024
Dinner was great (pleasant surprise) and it was lovely to have a small hot springs bath/tub off the deck of our room. Bus was our only option, really, that far up the hill - so would plan some cushion into your day for that when getting around.
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 August 2024
Room and service was excellent. Food was good. Some of the staff spoke english which made the stay easy.
Jani
Jani, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 March 2024
Onsen and food were wonderful.
Jordan
Jordan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 March 2024
Lovely stay in a quiet and comfortable place. Really enjoyed the private onsen and kaiseki dinner!
June
10/10 Exceptional
6 June 2024
Great property with a lovely private onsen in the room. Both dinner and breakfast services were incredible with great presentation and very friendly staff. Staff arranged a firefly tour the night there as well which was extra special and unexpected. Would stay again next time in Hakone!
Aris
Aris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 April 2024
The area around is beautiful and the service is second-to-none. We loved the private onsen as part of our room and the accomodations were very comfortable.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 September 2024
I loved the hot onset tab in the room. Very relaxing.
Michi
Michi, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 November 2024
felt old and dusty.
william
william, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 March 2024
A truly wonderful experience! Amazing food and service.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 June 2024
What an amazing experience and certainly the highlight of our trip. We booked the private onsen room and it was heaven.
Staff were polite and helpful, the food expreience is was unforgettable and the service was amazing.
Beautiful surrounding area that we were able to walk around and was also taken on a firefly sighting tour in the evening.
Would recommend to everyone I brag to haha.
Kiara
Kiara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 February 2024
Had a very nice stay here - the private onsen in our room was incredible. The hotel staff were all extremely friendly and helpful as well. The meals were huge and very authentic. We could walk to the open air museum and around the area.
Tina
Tina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 August 2023
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
Luke, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 January 2024
Very nice service, and good view
Xin
Xin, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
18 August 2024
This was a lovely and traditional Ryokan. The staff were lovely. Some aspects of the food were amazing and other didn’t quite hit the spot. For example you couldn’t get a coffee with breakfast (even if you chose Western style). The property was a bit “tired” and could do with a facelift especially for the price they charge.