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Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Hakone, 6-minute walk to Hakone Gora Park

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Shared Dormitory, Women only | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Japanese-style triple room (futon room) | Terrace/patio
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Japanese-style triple room (futon room) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1380-385 Gora, Hakone, Kanagawa, 250-0408
  • Place, Hakone Gora Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hakone Open Air Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Japanese-style triple room (futon room) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese-style triple room (futon room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

Japanese-Style Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Family Room

  • Sleeps 6

About the neighborhood

Hakone

Located in Gora, Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Hakone Gora Park and Hakone Open Air Museum. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and a terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hakone Gora Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hakone Museum of Art - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hakone Open Air Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hakone Kowakien Yunessun - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hakone Gora Station - 2 min walk
  • Kowakidani Station - 2 min drive
  • Haneda Airport (HND) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪リバーサイド・キッチン＆バー - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Camp - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪金沢まいもん寿司箱根強羅店 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪箱根餃子センター - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gora Brewery And Grill - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel

Hostel in Hakone, 6-minute walk to Hakone Gora Park
Guests of Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (JPY 800 per day)

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free extra futon

Bathroom

  • Shower

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 800 per day(558 ft away; open 24 hours)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hakone Guesthouse Gaku Hostel
Guesthouse Gaku Hostel
Hakone Guesthouse Gaku
Guesthouse Gaku
Hakone Gaku Hostel Hakone
Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel Hakone
Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel?

Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Gora within a short 6-minute walk of Hakone Gora Park and also 15 minutes on foot from Hakone Open Air Museum. You'll also find Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Ōwakudani within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel include a casino at the property?

No, Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like concierge services and a terrace plus some rooms include mountain views.

Are there hot tubs at Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel?

Yes, some rooms at Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel offer a balcony and may feature mountain views.

Hakone Guesthouse Gaku - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location. Rooftop terrace very good. I am too old to get up from futon and also would liked a chair in bedroom. Gora is best place if you have only limited time in Hakone and the property is only a very short walk to transport.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Le

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived just after 2pm to leave our luggage, but instead were warmly welcomed and given our room key. The Gaku hotel is maybe 10 minutes’ walk from the train station through the underground passageway. One public onsen is also about 10 minutes away on foot. Despite the very convenient location, the neighborhood is near-silent, very serene with a major park just up the hill. We heard no noise at all from our second-floor room. Our tatami was clean and airy, with air conditioning and extra bedding in the closet. The bathing facilities were separate but ample for all guests to use, uncrowded and unrushed. There was a communal kitchen and fridge, as well as vending machine, area to play pool. The same friendly Mr Ryogo Komuro who checked us carried my bag up the stairs from the street to the second floor room and later provided very detailed travel info for the limited time (2 days) we had available to enjoy the Hakone Loop with our Hakone Free Pass. Highly recommend this hotel, if you can do without the traditional ryokan experience with in-room meals and onsen!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cole

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maya Gabrielle

Nice quaint place. Close to lots of cool things. Will come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaditya

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for the Cable Car

Really nice little guesthouse near to the Cable Car, has an amazing roof top terrace and social area below the house and a nice coffee shop next door
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super close to the train station and bus stops. Clean and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Kostadina

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
At booking, I had made a mistake in dates and asked for a small change but was refused, thus losing a night’s payment of about £70. When l stayed at the property, l was alone most of the time, so l know that the change of dates l had asked for could have easily been accommodated. When in Japan, it was extremely difficult to reach the property on the phone. I had to seek assistance from Expedia on every step. At the property itself, no maintenance whatsoever — garbage was not picked up a single time during my week-long stay. With the exception of a staff member called Yogi who tried to be nice,, the rest was disappointing. Expedia should not be promoting this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Barbara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, and awesome staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Guesthouse is very conveniently located, just 3-4 mins walk fr Gora Station. The whole place is very neat and clean, the communal bathrooms, toilets, kitchen are
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular view from the roof top bbq area. Comfy and welcoming guest lounge. Awesome host.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

KarenKim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My family and I stayed at the Tsubaki room for two nights. The room is originally for three people but the hostel nicely provided another futon for a fee. It was so cold when we stayed at the hostel so we didn't get to hang out at the rooftop but we enjoyed playing pool and table tennis on the first floor. We also needed duct tape for my luggage--good thing they had one. The hostel smells nice, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feel comfortable. Environment is good. Location easy to find.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cheng Lee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Guesthouse

The location is near Gora station. The staff were friendly and able to speak English. They are very helpful too. Great location. Moving around is very convenient. During our stay, the cable car is under maintenance. It was replaced by buses. There was a common lounge and cooking area. There's aldona rooftop where one can relax there. In the ground floor, there's recreation area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ace, Cebu, Philippines

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our group had a great time here---too bad we only stayed overnight. Everything was as advertised, & the location was perfect. Very accessible. Kuzu was also very helpful & attentive. Would stay here again given the chance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, love the guy behind the counter with the bell on his keys!! very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tari, SG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A 5-7min walk from Gora station, and there's the underpass you have to cross with stairs leading up and down. Reception was on the 3rd floor if I recall correctly, so again, you have to bring your luggage up, and then to whichever level your room is on. Toilets are clean, bathroom is nice and spacious. Sinks are available at the end of the hallway on each level too. You can stay in the common space until certain hours, there's a console there. Pool table on the first floor, and there's a rooftop too, both of which you'll need to seek permission from whoever is at the reception.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susanti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kind staff

Zaku is very kind to help us take all our suitcases to 3rd floor. We have 3 large suitcases and 4 cabin cases and because we are catching the Hakone ropeway, we just leave all bags to Zaku and he brought it all to our room. The room is large for 7 persons, very comfortable and we can sleep very well. We even cooked the rice and boiled the water. Meet some guests from Sidney and Indonesia too. Shared livingroom. The only cons is the stairs is bery narrow to 3rd floor. From gora sta, find a tunnel and go down and up stairs, then go straight, the hotel is not far from there in the right side. Use google maps.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
About 5mins walk to Gora Station. Love the recreational facilities provided by the Guest House. Pool table, Nintendo games, guitar. Host is friendly. Made some new friends from all over the world.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything is good

We had a great time at this guesthouse, it’s very cozy and the person in charge is very friendly to us thought they speak very little Japanese. We were given a tatami room for the night, and you have to make your bed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

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