Hakone Retreat Före

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To be honest, I was initially hesitant to stay at Hakone Retreat Fore. Having looked at the property photos, a part of me was worried that the aesthetic was too modern and wouldn't deliver on the traditional ryokan experience that our family was hoping for. However, I am so glad to be proven wrong - Hakone Retreat not only honours the ryokan spirit but further elevates it with unforgettable service, food, and comfort. The main building and villa rooms are understated by design. There are no ornate furnishings, glittery trinkets, or flat screen TVs. Everything serves as the canvas which highlights the nature surrounding you - the calm, the birdsong, the gentle breeze. It is truly a retreat from the frenetic pace of city life. The onsen features both indoor and open-air baths. You're not just staring at a fence - both have a direct views of the trees and the mountain beyond. The combination of bathing in the water as well as in the forest ("shinrin-yoku") creates the deepest state of relaxation. Lastly, the staff and dining are incredible. We live in a self-proclaimed foodie city and were still blown away from the quality and execution of the Woodside dinner. The kaiseki dinner at Hyoseki was equally impressive in its deceptive simplicity and flavours. The breakfast buffet had a tremendous variety of dishes, all freshly made and delicious. Hakone Retreat blew my expectations right out of the water! I am grateful to have stayed here and can't wait to return again very soon.

My three adult daughters and I stayed at the retreat for 2 nights and had a nice time. The breakfast was absolutely the highlight of our stay! The food was high quality and there seemed to be a bit of everything of everyone. The staff were lovely and helpful, always answering our questions and trying to help in any way that they could. We were a bit disappointed with our room. It seemed a bit tired and cramped for the price we paid. There were no drawers or cupboards to put our clothes in, so the room became quiet cramped for four women. The bathroom also had limited space to arrange our toiletries. The onsen is beautiful and clean and we enjoyed that very much. Overall we enjoyed our stay, but probably would chose a newer and more modern retreat next time.

This is a very beautiful place for a few days of tuning out and relaxing. Highly recommended.

The hotel is located in a mountain so you feel the breeze so nice. The staff are always ready to help. The room was very comfortable. The food was delicious.

Very outdated and dirty room! Paint on walls was peeling, dirty and chipped walls, stained carpet and balcony floors were I stained wood with holes!

Amazing location. Kind and helpful staff especially Sato at the check in and during our whole stay.

Large room. Onsen, restaurant on the property.

Everything was wonderful. The scenery was gorgeous, I loved that there was no TV so you can just enjoy the nature and peace surrounding you. Staff was very helpful and very polite. I would highly recommend this place if you’re looking to just get away, relax, and enjoy some peace at the onsen.

Dinner was OK, not the best. Loved everything else about the place. Breakfast was worth it.

This was a lovely place to relax, away from the big city, for a few days.