Title: Kowakudani Travel Guide: Best of Kowakudani, Hakone Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Kowakudani](https://expedia.co.uk/Kowakudani-Hotels.d909014416895684608.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Hakone](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Hakone.d6128315.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Hakone](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hakone.d6128315.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Kowakudani Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kowakudani.d909014416895684608.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kowakudani Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kowakudani.d909014416895684608.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Kowakudani Travel Guide ## Hakone ![Kowakudani](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532773496/82dbc47e-6790-454d-94b5-340163ae8066.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kowakudani](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562274200/e657cd46-d037-4427-bc8e-b4a50564ebd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kowakudani](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532773496/cf3ce344-40ca-4ab7-94c5-0f7db36a16c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kowakudani](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532773496/41c5e365-fb5b-46a6-b9a0-ffaa02221c65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kowakudani](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532773496/6f1e2f3f-2f6e-425e-aa67-d4b5d8ea7cde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kowakudani Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Hakone travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Hakone.dx6128315) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Okada Museum of Art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562274200/e657cd46-d037-4427-bc8e-b4a50564ebd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Okada Museum of Art You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Okada Museum of Art during your trip to Hakone. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okada-Museum-Of-Art-Hakone.d553248621562274200.Attraction) ![Chisuji Falls](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532773496/1cee3d23-7207-420d-8f46-f733162ca583.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chisuji Falls Explore the great outdoors at Chisuji Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Hakone. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chisuji-Falls-Hakone.d553248621532773496.Attraction) ![Lake Ashi](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128317/5416d39f-10a4-4e3b-b4c3-b28dd7723852.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Ashi 4.5/5(22 reviews) Stroll around a section of this lake or sail across it on a pirate ship and, if you’re lucky, you might see a clear view of Mount Fuji rising up in the distance. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Ashi-Hakone.d6128317.Attraction) ![Hakone Kowakien Yunessun](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562274201/6533ce7a-75d3-47f3-b01b-1ac0e7a49ae8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hakone Kowakien Yunessun 3.5/5(5 reviews) Bring the children to Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hakone-Kowakien-Yunessun-Ninohira.d553248621562274201.Attraction) ![Hakone Shrine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6152834/1bde518b-61ca-47a3-b000-ea98b7babf7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hakone Shrine 4/5(14 reviews) Walk up a cedar-lined path dotted with lanterns to see Hakone’s most famous Shinto shrine, standing between the shores of Lake Ashi and the peak of Mount Hakone. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hakone-Shrine-Hakone.d6152834.Attraction) ![Hakone Open Air Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6202085/f41b1f8f-7dbd-4cbe-8253-3224aaba8d84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hakone Open Air Museum 4.5/5(13 reviews) Spend a day spotting artworks and strolling along the gentle hills and lush lawns at this peaceful garden gallery on a scenic railway route. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hakone-Open-Air-Museum-Hakone.d6202085.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Mt.Fuji & Lake Ash](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45016089/32b8fba4-430d-4445-8dff-9ad94b916f84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo £88 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mt-fuji-hakone-cruise.a45016089.activity-details) ![Tour Bus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51575222/81dfa63b-3a47-4ed1-b0c3-7396c8a9fd34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Lake Kawaguchiko: One Way Bus Transfer to Hakone Area £43 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-lake-kawaguchiko-one-way-bus-transfer-to-hakone-area.a51575222.activity-details) ![Tour Bus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51640979/78202269-2ca0-4235-9301-50f5d549ce4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Hakone: One Way Bus Transfer to Lake Kawaguchiko £43 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-hakone-one-way-bus-transfer-to-lake-kawaguchiko.a51640979.activity-details) [See all activities in Hakone](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hakone.d6128315.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Kowakudani ![Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10150000/10148000/10147953/8b74eadd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan 503 Kowakudani Hakone Kanagawa £278 26 Apr - 27 Apr Stay at this ryokan in Hakone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (291 reviews) Great location and experience. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=10147953&PinnedHotelID=10147953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=909014416895684608) ![Rakuten STAY TERRACE Hakone Kowakudani](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109400000/109393700/109393638/76644612_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rakuten STAY TERRACE Hakone Kowakudani 483-2 Kowakudani Hakone Kanagawa £244 26 Apr - 27 Apr Stay at this luxury apartment in Hakone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and furnished patios. Popular attractions Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Lake Ashi are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews) Safe, clean, awesome Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=109393638&PinnedHotelID=109393638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=909014416895684608) ![Mizunoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13231200/13231124/d1cb3d27_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mizunoto 492-23 Kowakidani Hakone Kanagawa Stay at this spa ryokan in Hakone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (179 reviews) This PROPERTY IS FALSE ADVERTISING! The rooms are nothing like shown in the photos. When I reserve the room, I thought I have a room with beautiful views, and an open Onsen. That was absolutely not what I got.They were also portraying a large, beautiful blue public Onsen on the property, but I was ... Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=13231124&PinnedHotelID=13231124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=909014416895684608) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=13231124&PinnedHotelID=13231124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=909014416895684608) ![Prince Smart Inn Atami](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57730900/57730866/2a943080_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Prince Smart Inn Atami 17-14 Kasugatyou Atami Shizuoka £50 13 Apr - 14 Apr Stay at this hotel in Atami. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (643 reviews) A good stay can be ruined by unimaginative people who behave loud after 10 PM. Such were my neighbours at my floor last night. Loud talking between 10 pm -1 pm and a person who was directly above me was active and noisy until 1:30 am. Pure idiocy and I wish the management could kick out such people ... Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=57730866&PinnedHotelID=57730866&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=909014416895684608) ![Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16220000/16219300/16219270/1919fa95_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU 1297 Ninotaira Hakone Kanagawa £387 27 Apr - 28 Apr Stay at this luxury ryokan in Hakone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,823 reviews) The TEN-YU was an exceptional experience. The staff recieve you as if you just arrived home. The whole ambience is of relaxation and de stressing. Enjoyed a fabulous aromatherapy massage at the onsite AnSpa, which was in the most serene location. The Tepanyaki dinner was something else!! Beautifully ... Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=16219270&PinnedHotelID=16219270&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=909014416895684608) ![The Fujiya Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48700/48627/01820be8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Fujiya Hotel 359 Miyanoshita Hakone Kanagawa-ken £221 27 Apr - 28 Apr Stay at this luxury ryokan in Hakone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (793 reviews) Awesome hotel! The whole hotel is so beautiful, and all of the staff was so friendly and helpful. We loved that there were restaurants and the onsen and spa on site so we were able to relax without even leaving the property if we wanted. Everything was clean and well maintained and all of the restaurants ... Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=48627&PinnedHotelID=48627&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=909014416895684608) [See all 1,183 properties in Kowakudani](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026®ionId=909014416895684608) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Hakone-Ninohira.dx909011923239337984) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ashinoyu 4/5(1 area review) Visitors to Ashinoyu like its restaurants and golf courses, and Hakone Yunohana Golf Course is a sight worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hakone-Ashinoyu.dx3000750366) ![Miyanoshita](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248626387875171/3075c16c-21fb-4a7f-b1a2-102429bfd186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Miyanoshita 5/5(2 area reviews) Gardens, restaurants and hot springs highlight some of the notable features of Miyanoshita. Make a stop by Taikoyu while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hakone-Miyanoshita.dx553248626387875171) ![Gora](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128316/8a99e40a-f045-4fe6-bfbe-71e56de38ca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gora 4/5(17 area reviews) Gora is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Hakone Gora Park and Ōwakudani while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hakone-Gora.dx6128316) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ohiradai Though Ohiradai may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tenzan Onsen and Tamadare Falls. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hakone-Ohiradai.dx909008379467390976) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sukumogawa When in Sukumogawa, you can plan a visit to Tenzan Onsen and Hakone Hot Springs, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hakone-Sukumogawa.dx909158247309647872) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Kowakudani Travel Guide