Onsen Ryokan Mitake

“A very nice place for a traditional Japanese ryokan experience. The room was big and clean. Even though it was cold outside, the heater made the room warm enough. The staff is lovely, nearly no speaking English but that was not a problem at all. Delicious Japanese breakfast was served strictly on time and what a variety of dishes there were! Loved it!”

“Very good rooms with onsens.”

“This is not an upscale place but rather a sweet, traditional and charming place to really relax. The private onsens were great- our favourite being the outdoor one, which was absolutely magical in the rain. The place is very quiet with staff who seem to aim to keep out of your way as much as humanly possible, but are very kind and helpful. A really lovely stay! It's not in any of the central hubs of Hakone but near to the hike up Mount Kintoki and literally next to a bus stop to get you to other places in the area.”

“Hakone is a pricey area, and even though this property is at the lower end of the budget in comparison to other places it was a splurge to us! If you are used to high end luxury, Mitake is not for you. This property is like going to stay at your grandparents house - they might not have all the 'mod cons' and decor and furniture is a little tired and dated, but it's a warm, charming place to be, and everyone is friendly! The room that we stayed in was HUGE - by far the biggest in Japan!! We even had a separate sitting area! There is a public and private onsen which are open 24 hours. The town its self is extremely quiet but we were there for the scenery - not the nightlife! If you are not eating at the property, there are a couple of restaurants to choose from within walking distance (one being a fab little Italian!) There is a bus stop directly outside the property which makes sightseeing a breeze! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!”