Gyokutei

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

Located atop a hill in Hakone, Gyokutei offers an authentic Japanese accommodations with an indoor hot spring bath. Hakoneyumoto Train Station is a leisurely 8-minute walk from the ryokan. All rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. Each are equipped with a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator and a private bathroom with a bath, shower and free toiletries. Extras include slippers, a hair dryer and yukata robes. Luggage storage space, a massage service and a garden are all on offer at Gyokutei Ryokan. For dinner, traditional kaiseki (multi-course) meals are served in guest rooms. Hakone Open-air Museum is 50-minute train ride away on the Hakone Tozan Line, while Hakone Gora Park is 55-minute train ride from the property. Lake Ashi is a 30-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Free Wifi

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

  • Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath

Availability

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Guest reviews

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William
Canada Canada
“Great Ryokan experience. The staff are very accommodating. The dinner and breakfast were excellent.”
Elin
Norway Norway
“We loved everything about this beautiful ryokan: the peaceful setting, stunning gardens, relaxing onsen, and our wonderful host and staff. After spending a few hectic days in Tokyo, this was the perfect place to unwind and experience a true sense...”
Amanda
United States United States
“Beautiful, serene location. Wonderful staff. My 8 year old son loved our host- he said she felt like his Japanese grandma because she took wonderful care of us and had a soft soothing voice. Japanese meals were delicious if you are open-minded to...”
Nicola
Canada Canada
“This hotel provides guests a true authentic Japanese cultural experience. The staff are incredibly hospitable and pleasant to interact with. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous. A Japanese oasis. Highly recommend.”
Xu
United States United States
“Very good and nice property, big garden and everything is traditional Japanese style”
Isabelle
Canada Canada
“Gardens, staff, service, food, hospitality, hot spring baths. Service was 10/10. Unique experience at a very traditional ryokan. We loved it!”
Ericstone
Canada Canada
“This is my first time experience in a Ryokan. The food and service are exceptional. The hotel is beautifully set in a Japanese garden providing natural hot springs in the public Gold Palace and Silver Palace. There is also a private tub in my...”
Sara
United States United States
“Hotel Gyokutei is a beautiful, peaceful property. The hotel staff were very attentive to us and made us feel very welcome. The evening meal was outstanding, as was the breakfast. It was an easy walk into town for shopping or catching the bus. The...”
Henry
United States United States
“Very friendly staff. Spacious room and wonderful facilities. Both private and public baths use hot spring water. I would recommend requesting the hinoki/cypress wood bathtub. The public baths will alternate between men and women depending on...”
Marina
Israel Israel
“The place is amazing, the staff is so attentive and welcoming, it is just outstanding. Everything is made with great attention to details.”

Area info

Amenities of Gyokutei

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Free Wifi

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 21:00 and 23:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property only serves Japanese-style meals, which are mainly sea food and may includes alcohol. Special request can not be honored like Vegetarian,Vegan or any other request for religious reasons.

In order to prepare special amenities for men and women, guests are kindly requested to indicate the gender of each guest staying in the room in the Special Requests box when booking.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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