Budget Hostels from S$63

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for fun things to do. We’ve heard good things about this destination’s natural setting, including its hot springs and mountain views.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: Emblem Flow Hakone - Hostel - 2-minute walk from Hakone Gora Station for easy access to public transport. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and free Wi-Fi. Asante inn - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Hakone Gora Park. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a TV in a common area. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. Hakone Guesthouse toi - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Kowakidani Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Onsen Guesthouse HAKONE TENT - Hostel - 2-minute walk from Hakone Gora Station for easy access to public transport. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a bar. You’ll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Onsen Hostel K’s House Hakone - Property features include free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Hakone, one of Expedia’s 9 hostels might be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 8°C. The rainiest months in Hakone are October, September, July and June, with each month seeing an average of 213 mm of rainfall.

In general, Hakone is known for its hot springs, mountain views and museums. Major attractions include Gotemba Premium Outlets, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Lake Ashi. Get out into nature with places such as Ōwakudani, Chisuji Falls and Hakone Gora Park. Cultural attractions include Okada Museum of Art, Hakone Open Air Museum and Pola Museum of Art.

Keep this information about transit options in Hakone in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Tokyo (HND-Haneda), located 47.8 mi (76.9 km) away from the city centre. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. Make your way to Kowakidani Station for metro travel. To explore more of the area, hop on a train at Hakone Gora Station, Hakone Miyanoshita Station or Hakone Ohiradai Station.