What's it like in Motohakone?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Hakone's Motohakone neighbourhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Motohakone? Consider a visit to Lake Ashi while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Motohakone?

Based on our traveller data, The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko is one of the top choices for your stay in Motohakone. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Lake Ashi, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the area include YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed and Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori（ORIX HOTELS & RESORTS） .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Motohakone?

Expedia has 56 hotels and other accommodation options in Motohakone to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Hakone area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Motohakone, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Motohakone.

What are the top things to see and do in Motohakone?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Lake Ashi, Ōwakudani and Sengokuhara Onsen. Hakone Komagatake Ropeway and Hakone Shrine are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Motohakone include Hakonejinja Mototsumiya, Mount Kamiyama and Hakoneen Golf Course. Hakone Yunohana Golf Course and Hakone-en Aquarium are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Hakone.

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1. The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko

Motohakone

María

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone pond, wooden structures, and a view of trees.

2. YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed

Motohakone

Athanasios

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A modern hotel with a rooftop infinity pool overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

3. Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori（ORIX HOTELS & RESORTS）

Motohakone

Sean

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A wooden deck with a glass-bottomed pool, offering a view of green mountains and a clear sky.

4. Hakone Shichifukuso

Motohakone

Thomas

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A public bath with a view of autumn foliage through large windows, tiled walls, and a wooden ceiling.

5. HESTA Hakone

Motohakone

Kalen

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A modern spa area with a glass enclosure, stone wall, and a small seating area.

6. Hotel de Yama, Hakone Lake Side

Motohakone

Yuliana

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A bedroom with two beds, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.

7. Villa Hakone Stage

Motohakone

Kelvin

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A patio area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a covered structure.

8. THE GUEST VILLAGE Hakone Ashinoko

Motohakone

Juli

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A hot tub with a wooden frame and a view of mountains through large windows.

9. SMART VILLA Hakone Ashinoko

Motohakone

Riki

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern interior with large glass windows, a reflective floor, and a view of lush greenery outside.

10. Hakone Ashinoko Bikeikan

Motohakone

Basant

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A clear view of a lake with mountains in the background through large windows.

11. Ryuguden

Motohakone

Derek

27 Aug - 28 Aug

12. Route 99 Hakone

Motohakone

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A wooden interior with a built-in water feature and a metal railing.

13. GEOSPOT MOTOHAKONE C

Motohakone

Sabien

28 Aug - 29 Aug

14. GEOSPOT MOTOHAKONE B

Motohakone

Justin

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a dining table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

15. Livemax Resort Hakone Ashinoko

Motohakone

Jason

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern spa with a hot tub, tiled walls, and a view of trees and mountains.

16. RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko

Motohakone

Robyn

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A wooden hot tub with a view of a mountainous landscape through a glass partition.

17. Hotel Shikinoyakata Hakone Ashinoko

Motohakone

Shuk Han Judy

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A modern spa area with a hot tub, wooden flooring, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

18. Rakuten STAY VILLA Hakone Togendai

Motohakone

andrew

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A modern room with a large window overlooking a scenic mountain landscape.

19. Casablanca Villa Hakone

Motohakone

Christian

27 Aug - 28 Aug

An outdoor patio with a dining table set for two, a wicker sofa, and a decorative vase with flowers.

20. HAKONE DOMA

Motohakone

"良い点 ①とにかく綺麗、埃一つない ②芦ノ湖の目の前であり、ロケーションがいい ③とにかく広い、 ④オーナー様が親切であり、おもてなし精神をとても感じた。 ⑤いい意味で価格と値段が見合っていない ⑥アメニティ等が充実していた ⑦天井にBOSEのスピーカーが付いている ⑧サウナ室が広く、ちゃんと暑くなる ⑨インフィニティチェアがある悪い点思い返してみたが、一切見当たらない"

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21 Aug - 22 Aug

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 409 reviews	View
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori（ORIX HOTELS & RESORTS）	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,381 reviews	View
Hotel de Yama, Hakone Lake Side	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 369 reviews	View
The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 935 reviews	View
YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 244 reviews	View

Where to stay in Motohakone

Find the best Motohakone areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Gora

Nestled in the foothills of Hakone’s tallest mountains, this town is famous for its museums, beautiful gardens, hot springs and scenic railways.

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Yumoto

While visiting Yumoto, you might make a stop by sights like Hakone Toy Museum and Hakone Hot Springs.

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A traditional building with a garden, a bridge, and a river.

Sengokuhara

Unique features of Sengokuhara include the hot springs and mountain views. Make a stop by Sengokuhara Susuki Prairie or Sengokuhara Onsen while you're exploring the area.

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A traditional Japanese onsen with large rocks and a wooden building in the background.

Ninohira

If you're spending some time in Ninohira, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Hakone Open Air Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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A wooden signpost with Japanese characters and a number '5' in a forested area.

Kowakudani

While you're in Kowakudani, take in top sights like Chisuji Falls and jump on the metro at Kowakidani Station to see more of the city.

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Top Motohakone Hotel Reviews

Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori（ORIX HOTELS & RESORTS）

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan."

Prince Smart Inn Atami

10/10 Excellent

"It was a clean and comfortable stay, conveniently located near the station and convenience stores, with friendly staff. You can ship your suitcase to the airport via the Kuroneko Yamato service inside the station, and the Tully's Coffee on the ground floor is a lovely space—this is also where you can pick up your complimentary breakfast."

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1. The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko

2. YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed

3. Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori（ORIX HOTELS & RESORTS）

4. Hakone Shichifukuso

5. HESTA Hakone

6. Hotel de Yama, Hakone Lake Side

7. Villa Hakone Stage

8. THE GUEST VILLAGE Hakone Ashinoko

9. SMART VILLA Hakone Ashinoko

10. Hakone Ashinoko Bikeikan

11. Ryuguden

12. Route 99 Hakone

13. GEOSPOT MOTOHAKONE C

14. GEOSPOT MOTOHAKONE B

15. Livemax Resort Hakone Ashinoko

16. RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko

17. Hotel Shikinoyakata Hakone Ashinoko

18. Rakuten STAY VILLA Hakone Togendai

19. Casablanca Villa Hakone

20. HAKONE DOMA

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Where to stay in Motohakone

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Sengokuhara

Ninohira

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Top Motohakone Hotel Reviews

Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori（ORIX HOTELS & RESORTS）

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