Hakone Honbako

Thank you for such a wonderful experience.The books throughout the property were so fascinating that one day was nowhere near enough.The meals were delicious and truly impressive. Also, the bar opens from 20:30, and I loved that drinks are all-you-can-drink there. I’m a wine lover, and there was a great selection of Japanese wines—I ended up having quite a lot. It was genuinely a happy time.The amenities were from an organic brand, and the Room had beer, water, and small snacks, which made it easy to relax in complete comfort.There doesn’t seem to be a convenience store nearby (probably), so if you’d like to drink more in your Room, it’s best to buy what you need before arriving.The large public bath is great, and the open-air bath in the Room is amazing. The water stays warm all the time, so it’s wonderful to be able to soak as soon as you wake up.More than half of the guests seemed to be solo travelers as well, which made me feel comfortable too. I’d love to come back again.

Three friends and I stayed for one night.From the moment we stepped inside, we were welcomed by a wonderful space surrounded by countless books.I love reading, so it was a joy just to wander around and see books displayed throughout the property, and it felt like a luxury to have time to pick up any book that caught my eye and read at leisure.The Room had a calm atmosphere and was very comfortable. Between soaking in the Onsen, reading, and chatting with friends, we were able to relax and truly unwind away from everyday life.The meals were carefully prepared dish by dish, and it left an impression that we could enjoy not only the flavors but also the presentation.All of the staff were courteous as well, which made our stay very pleasant.This is an Accommodation I would especially recommend to anyone who loves books.It was a trip with friends, but being able to each choose our own books and spend time however we liked felt like something uniquely special about Hakone Honbako.We would love to visit again. Thank you for such a wonderful time!