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I’ve been to many hostels in Europe, and have to say that this is the best hostel I’ve been to. Amazing facilities, looks and decorated incredible, and has everything you could ask for

Stayed in April 2024

The ONLY downside is the fact that the cleaning room with showers is only attached to the indoor onsen and there is a small corridor you have to go through to get to the outdoor onsen. You are not allowed to do it while wearing a towel so have to get dressed after cleaning at the indoor onsen and then getting undressed at the outdoor onsen. However this is TINY inconvenience in comparison to the amazing staff, facilities and enviornment.

It was awesome. It has everything you'd want (at least from a capsule booking perspective). The capsules themselves are very spacious - enough for bag / suitcase and then even more space behind the pillow (enough for clothes / bag) with multipled charging ports (usb/sockets) and a shelf + 4 digit safe to boot! Temperature was also perfect, it was so comfy to sleep and I'm fairly tall! The facilities: The kitchen is SO amazing. Has every single cooking equipment & utensils you could imagine. Even a drip coffee set! I went to the kitchen in the morning to find people making their own drip coffee! Coffee is also free along with a whole bunch of different teas. The living / common area - it's attached to the kitchen and is SO cozy. There is a more modern styled section with tables and chairs that's then connected to a very japanese traditional area with very low tables and a nice atmosphere. (I got tipsy on sake and fell asleep there reading manga haha). They actually provide a full bookshelf worth of different mangas to use for free! There's also a board with a ton of information too. There was a recommended wagyu burger place and it was awesome with extremely cheap cocktails! Called 'Funny's Grill & Bar' I think. Finally for the big one, the onsens! They are obviously Hakone onsens so the water is very nice with the natural smell you'd expect. There are both indoor and outdoor onsesns (both gender segregated). The outdoor one is smalled but has the most amazing atmosphere. Sitting there at night or morning is an experience everyone should try at least once. I got lucky and had it to myself both times I went! It's also right outside a bus stop which is around halfwayish between the lake and Hakone-Yumoto station so it's very convenient. AND IT WAS SO CHEAP, 100% reccomend.

Stayed in April 2024

Stairs to climb. Outdoor onsen is not convenient to access.

Big and comfortable common area. Big windows facing the hills with trees. Design with wood color.

Stayed in April 2024

Everything was perfect!

Stayed in April 2024

It is very difficult to find where the property is. I would recommend putting a sign next to the door to know exactly where the guesthouse is.

Truly wonderful hostel - clean and wonderful onsen!

Stayed in April 2024

Very clean, wonderful Olsen, nice stuff. Perfekt: a course for learning to make Onigiri!!! The capsule was clean, modern and bigger then expected

Stayed in March 2024

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Good location, near by 7/11 and bus station, cozy room, good onzen

Stayed in April 2024

The onsen was so nice and we even had a beautiful balcony with a view from our rooms! Our favorite accommodation from our trip in Japan.

Stayed in April 2024

Good

Stayed in April 2024

No choice of restaurants around

The beds, the waterfall sounds and views, YouTube, cookies, onsen

Stayed in April 2024

The location is nestled in the mountains and right by the bus station. It takes time to get to shops and sights. Great for a getaway and bringing own food.

The onsen was amazing! The hotel is super clean and the lounge area has a full kitchen, large windows, cozy seating with free tea and coffee.

Stayed in April 2024

The common space was very confortable and peaceful, to chill while hearing the sounds of the river. The Onsens were really great as well, clean and with good hair care products.

Stayed in April 2024

A bigger towel would have been nice. Also directions on which way is best to reach the hostel using the Hakone pass.

The bed was massive. It was very clean and comfortable both in the rooms and lounge area. The onsens were amazing. They provided shampoo, conditioner, body wash, face wash and lotions. There is a 7 eleven at the bottom of the hill (3mins walk) and the bus stops is a 1 minute walk (H bus with Hakone pass stop 312).

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing. Only that you have to rent a ‘pyjama’ like outfit to enjoy the outdoor Onsen. But it would be actually ok to use your own pyjama or comfy wear (not your street wear)

Such a lovely place. The community area is so beautiful and has a great atmosphere. You can make tea or coffee any time and enjoy the view and the sound of the river. The Onsen is also a big plus. it’s also super easy to get to. Loved it. The most beautiful hostel I stayed in Japan.

Stayed in April 2024

I loved it. Everything was neat and staff were very helpful and nice! The onsen were amazing and very well maintained ❤️

Stayed in March 2024

The hostel has such a relaxing environment. The capsule beds are the largest that I've ever had! Such a great value.

Stayed in March 2024

This was a really great place to stay.

Stayed in April 2024

Perfect place with great staff

Stayed in April 2024

Amazing staff, nice relaxed atmosphere. Great for a cozy stay after a busy day ^^

Stayed in April 2024

Very friendly staff (good English), capsule were rather big and there was a nice common room. There were an outdoor and indoor onsen, both very nice. Good location: the bus stop was 1' by foot away. Would recommend to stay there at least a night!

Stayed in April 2024

I loved everything about this hostel!

Stayed in April 2024

The dorm bed areas were a bit hot

The staff and accommodations were wonderful. Everything was clean and the staff were helpful.

Stayed in March 2024

There was no dedicated space for luggage. Big group was taking up most of the community space (kitchen, sitting area)

Nice onsen, especially the outdoor one. The capsules were rather big, comfortable and well equipped.

Stayed in April 2024

A bit remote (takes a while to get there on the bus)

Very nice Onsen in Hakone. We choose the capsule option, which was comfortable, clean and quiet. Friendly staff. The Onsen itself has an indoor and outdoor part, the latter is really nice to sit in the hot water and relax. The Hakone open air museum is 30 minutes walk and worth a visit. In the town you find some shops and of course a 7-11. The bus runs frequently to Odawara station, where the Shinkhasen Tokyo – Kyoto/Osaka runs.

Stayed in March 2024