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Ryokan · Hakone · Kanagawa

Gyokutei

A traditional Japanese inn in the Hakone Yumoto Onsen district, offering eight rooms, garden views, and a private onsen experience.

  • Private onsen in every room
  • Multi-course kaiseki dining
  • 8-minute walk from Hakone Yumoto Station
9.3 Perfect 400 reviews Booking.com 9.3 · 400 reviews

About

Gyokutei

Gyokutei is a small, traditional ryokan located in the Hakone Yumoto Onsen district, 4.8 km from the Hakone Open-Air Museum. With just eight rooms, it offers an intimate setting where guests can enjoy views of the garden from their accommodations.

The inn features a hot spring bath and public bath, along with massage services. Guests can also take advantage of free Wi-Fi in public areas, parking, and luggage storage. The property is non-smoking and does not allow pets.

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Private onsen in every room — Each Japanese-style room includes its own private onsen bath, allowing guests to enjoy the hot spring experience in seclusion at any time.
  • Exquisite multi-course kaiseki dining — Guests consistently praise the kaiseki dinners for their presentation and seasonal flavors, with breakfast served in-room also receiving high marks.
  • Prime location near Hakone Yumoto Station — An 8-minute walk from the train station makes it easy to explore the area, with the garden and pond just next door.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Location on a slope — The hotel sits on top of a hill, which some guests noted as steep, though it remains a short walk to the station.
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only between 15:00 and 18:00, which may be inconvenient for travelers arriving later.
  • No pets allowed — The property does not accommodate pets, so those traveling with animals will need to make other arrangements.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Japanese-Style Room

  • 4 Single beds
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Private pool
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Bath & Wellness

  • Hot spring bath
  • Public Bath
  • Massage
  • Free toiletries

In-Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Garden view

Facilities

  • Parking
  • Terrace
  • Garden area
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe deposit box
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Services

  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Special diet menus
  • Key access
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9.3
Perfect 400 reviews

Guest-rated 9.3/10 from 400 reviews

Booking.com · 9.3 · 400 reviews
9.3Verified guest

“The kaiseki dinner was a culinary standout. Having a private onsen in the room was a major bonus. Breakfasts served in the room were vibrant and set a perfect tone for the day, even if it meant an early start. The children's amenities were a thoughtful addition.”

9.3Verified guest

“Charming room and good dining, with spacious traditional interiors that feel like home. The onsen was a lovely way to unwind after exploring, and being just an 8-minute walk from the station added great convenience.”

9.3Verified guest

“Everything was pleasant, with amiable staff and splendid views of the Japanese garden. The location was very central, close to the station and the pond. The Hakone Yumoto Onsen district was worth visiting. The room was quiet and huge—I thoroughly enjoyed it. Service was very good.”

9.3Verified guest

“Breakfast offered a wide array of fantastic meals.”

9.3Verified guest

“I liked the nice bathroom, central heating, flat-screen TV, and refrigerator in our Japanese-style room. The garden view was particularly good. The hotel was next door to the garden, the private pond, and the main train station.”

9.3Verified guest

“The hotel was in a good location right by the garden and the Hakone Yumoto Station. It was also on top of a hill.”

04 — Location

Getting around Hakone

The property sits in Hakone.

Getting Around: Hakone Yumoto Station is an 8-minute walk, providing access to the region's main rail and bus lines.

Local Attractions: The Hakone Open-Air Museum is 4.8 km away, and the hotel is adjacent to a garden and pond.

501, Yumoto, Hakonemachi, Hakone, Kanagawa, Japan

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-18:00
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
8 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 18:00, and check-out is by 11:00.

Is parking available?

Yes, the hotel offers parking for guests.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at Gyokutei.

Do the rooms have private onsen baths?

Yes, each Japanese-style room includes a private onsen bath, along with other amenities like air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

Is there Wi-Fi available?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.

The bottom line

Gyokutei offers a quintessential ryokan experience with private onsens and exceptional kaiseki meals, all in a convenient location near Hakone's transport links. Ideal for travelers seeking relaxation and traditional hospitality.

9.3A small, intimate ryokan that excels in hot spring bathing and dining.

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