箱根芦ノ湖 Hotel Rakuun 3*
Main amenities
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Free Wi-Fi
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Free parking
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Air conditioning
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No pets allowed
Location
箱根芦ノ湖 Hotel Rakuun is a great place in a prime touristic area of Hakone, which stands only 150 metres from the Otamagaike Pond. The ryokan provides a lift and a vending machine, plus Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site.
This 3-star hotel has a prime location about a 25-minute walk from the restored Edo - era Hakone Checkpoint. The 箱根芦ノ湖 Hotel Rakuun is just 200 m from the Hakone no Mori Park and 3.6 km from the Hakone Kowakien Yunessun. The property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Lake Ashi 19 minutes' walk away. This hotel also provides access to shopping attractions like the Hakone Gora Park Craft House, which are 4.5 km away.
The 14 rooms at 箱根芦ノ湖 Hotel Rakuun are equipped with comforts such as an air conditioner, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests can take advantage of a separate toilet and a shower, along with a hair dryer and bath sheets supplied in the bathrooms.
A buffet breakfast is offered at this property. Located 10 minutes' drive from the hotel, the restaurant Hakoneyashima offers a Japanese menu.
Review by hotel critic
I recently attended a corporate retreat at Ra Kuun, and it was an interesting experience. For business travelers, the amenities provided can make a difference. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi in public areas, which was beneficial for our team as we needed to stay connected while working remotely. We opted for the half-board plan, which required us to check in by 19:30, but the scheduling was manageable. The food at breakfast and dinner was decent, although nothing too fancy. The lift was handy for moving between floors, ensuring ease for our meetings. The air conditioning, while functional, wasn't as effective as I'd hoped given the warmer days. The flat-screen TV in the room provided a welcome distraction after long work hours, even though we were too busy during our stay to enjoy it fully. Location-wise, it is quite serene, but a bit isolated, about a half-hour walk to the nearest village. This silence can help one focus, though the lack of nearby amenities could be a downside for some. Ra Kuun serves as a suitable base for business activities while immersing in nature.
Important information
- Children and extra beds
- There are no cots provided in a room.
