Hakone
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Dorm beds in Hakone, Japan range from $20 to $45/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 6 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Sep 1, Sep 2, Sep 3.
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Hostel prices in Hakone, Japan
A typical dorm night in Hakone runs about $22.
Across the upcoming months, September tends to be the cheapest month (from $20/night) and August the most expensive (from $22/night).
At $20/night and up, Hakone is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Japan.
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Local knowledge for Hakone
Where to stay
Most budget beds sit around Hakone-Yumoto, the Odakyu Romancecar terminus from Shinjuku and the base of the Hakone Tozan Railway. It has convenience stores for cheap meals and puts you at the bottom of the mountain loop without needing a taxi.
Getting around
- Buy the Hakone Free Pass at Shinjuku station before you leave Tokyo. It covers the full Hakone Tozan Railway up to Gora, the ropeway over Owakudani, and the Lake Ashi pirate boats (the Romancecar from Shinjuku needs a separate limited-express ticket). One full sightseeing day and it pays for itself.
- Get on the ropeway to Owakudani before 10am. Tour buses from Tokyo unload in force by mid-morning and the viewing platforms above the sulfur vents get packed quickly.
- Skip the sit-down restaurants in Gora and Miyanoshita for lunch. The 7-Eleven near Hakone-Yumoto station is two minutes from the platform and saves you a good chunk of change per meal, which covers an onsen entry fee.
When to go
Weekday nights in January and February are when hostel rates bottom out. Golden Week (late April through early May), cherry blossom weekends in late March, and autumn foliage weekends in November book up weeks ahead.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Hakone cost per night?
Dorm beds in Hakone currently range from $20 to $45/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Hakone?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Hakone are September 1, September 2, September 3.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Hakone?
HostelHawk currently tracks 6 hostels in Hakone, Japan.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Hakone?
Based on current availability, September has the lowest hostel prices in Hakone, with dorm beds from $20/night.
Is Hakone affordable compared to other hostel cities in Japan?
Hakone is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Japan, with dorm prices starting from $20/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Hakone?
Most budget beds sit around Hakone-Yumoto, the Odakyu Romancecar terminus from Shinjuku and the base of the Hakone Tozan Railway. It has convenience stores for cheap meals and puts you at the bottom of the mountain loop without needing a taxi.
What is the best time of year to visit Hakone?
Weekday nights in January and February are when hostel rates bottom out. Golden Week (late April through early May), cherry blossom weekends in late March, and autumn foliage weekends in November book up weeks ahead.