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RoheN HakoneYumoto features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Hakone. Located around 49 km from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, the hostel with free WiFi is also 7.2 km away from Kowakudani Station. The property is non-smoking and is located 600 metres from Hakone-Yumoto Station.

The extremely elegant atmosphere, even in the cápsulas that were extremely comfortable. Each one has his own window.

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9.2
Superb
182 reviews
Price from
€ 49
per night

Situated in Hakone, a 29-minute walk from Hakone Open-Air Museum, HakoneHOSTEL1914 has a shared lounge. The property is around a 36-minute walk from Hakone Gora Park, 7.9 km from Owakudani Valley and 6.1 km from Pola Museum. Venetian Glass Museum is 5.4 km from the property.

The sweetest woman working there, nice and big beds

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9.4
Superb
693 reviews
Price from
€ 24
per night

Nestled a 15-minute up-hill walk or a 4-minute bus ride away from Hakone Yumoto Station, Onsen Hostel K's House Hakone offers free WiFi throughout the entire property and an open-air hot-spring bath. Guests will find a shared kitchen for their convenience and a terrace boasting mountain views.

All rooms are air-conditioned. Japanese-style private rooms and dormitory rooms available, and some units come equipped with a private bath, shower and toilet.

Ugh, where to begin. We absolutely adored this hostel - the staff were delightful, the spaces we're spotless, the bed was comfortable, showers we're great, kitchen fecilities we're awesome, communal spaces we're super welcoming and homely, AND IT HAS IT'S OWN ONSEN. Honestly the nicest place we've stayed in Japan and somehow ALSO the most affordable!? Really cannot fault this hostel. We will 100% be back, loved it

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8.8
Fabulous
1,004 reviews
Price from
€ 25
per night

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace, bar and free WiFi, Hostel Have a Nice Day! ドミトリー 個室ルームあり#HVNI is located in Odawara, 6.2 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station and 41 km from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine.

At the hostel, the rooms are equipped with a balcony with a city view. At Hostel Have a Nice Day! ドミトリー 個室ルームあり#HVNI every room is equipped with bed linen and towels.

Convenient location, quick response!

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8
Very good
187 reviews
Price from
€ 20
per night

Set within 6.7 km of Hakone-Yumoto Station and 41 km of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, plumhostel features rooms in Odawara. Featuring a shared lounge, the 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

10/10 host is very nice and accommodating

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7.7
Good
348 reviews
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€ 20
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Hakone

  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 693 reviews
    We have been traveling for 4 months, and this is the best hostel we have stayed at, by far. It’s clean, the beds are of really good quality, it’s nicely located, and the staff does everything they can to help you with whatever you need.
    Ivy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 245.72
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,910 reviews
    Room was spacious, price was great (we booked early), onsen facility is ok. They have big lounge and they also have toys for rent for free so my toddler loves it. Breakfast was good with a lot of options, we love the side dishes and enjoy having different types of pickles and side dishes with rice. There is budget restaurant close by in case you want to opt for cheaper options.
    KyleVuong
    Family with young children
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 693 reviews
    Everything! I loved it there. It's the best hostel with the best manager. Kana is an angel and made my time in Hakone unforgettable. We are friends now and I hope to see her again. The hostel is so well kept, clean and beautiful. I felt very comfortable. The dorm beds are extremely comfortable. The kitchen and common area are very nice. I did everything what Kana recommended and it was always a success. Thank you so much!
    Annabel
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,403 reviews
    The best hostel in my life! 100% recommended!
    Igor
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,813 reviews
    The best hostel I’ve ever stayed. The rooms were super clean and pretty. The common room and kitchen facilities are incredible with everything you need to cook and spend a relaxing time. Onsen was the best experience.
    Daniela
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,813 reviews
    This was the best hostel experience I’ve ever had. I have travelled a lot over the past 8/9 years and hands down this was the best. So comfortable, so clean and cosy. Staff were lovely. Beautiful onsen and communal area. My only disappointment is that I could not stay longer
    Beth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 43.19
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,877 reviews
    Great location off the main streets of hakone but still close to everything. Perfect for a budget stay while the generous double-bed capsule style rooms offer way more privacy than a typical hostel, which was great. The shared bathroom and kitchen was always clean and the staff were friendly.
    Aleksandra
    People with friends
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,813 reviews
    This was the best hostel I’ve stayed in! Amazing onsens!
    Megan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 43.19
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,877 reviews
    The hostel is very nice and cozy. Is a dormitory but is a private double bed separated by a door from the other beds, like a bunk bed ( you can see what I mean from the pictures). The bed was super comfortable as well as the pillows ( 4 in total which I really appreciated). There is everything you need and you can get there easily from the train station, about 15 mins walking (the last 3 are a bit steep).
    Giorgia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 43.19
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,877 reviews
    great location, cheap beer, very cute little cabins and loved that the hostel was so quiet and everyone was super respectful. wouldnt have even known there were others sleeping in the same room!
    bea
    Young couple

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