Standard Room
- 2 Single beds,1 King-size bed,1 Double bed
Bed & Breakfast · Hakone · Kanagawa
Jemsty Inn Hakone Ashinoko
An adults-only guesthouse on the shore of Lake Ashinoko, close to the ferry wharf and bus stop, where the hosts cook hotpot dinners and help you plan your days.
- Steps from Lake Ashinoko ferry and bus stop
- Adults-only quiet retreat
- Hotpot dinner cooked at your table
8.5
Great
486 reviews
Booking.com 8.5 · 486 reviews
About
Jemsty Inn Hakone Ashinoko
Jemsty Inn Hakone Ashinoko sits on the northern shore of Lake Ashinoko, just next to the boat wharf and a local bus stop. It's a compact, adults-only guesthouse with a shared lounge and a restaurant, set in a quiet residential area within walking distance of Onshi Hakone Park and the Ancient Cedar Avenue.
The room list is simple: a Standard Room with mixed bedding and a Japanese-style room with tatami, futons, and its own bath. Both come with air conditioning and heating. The daily rhythm here is relaxed — check-in from 3 pm, breakfast that guests call 'tasty', and an interactive hotpot dinner prepared at your table.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Adults only
- Luggage storage
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Lakeside location at the ferry and bus stop — The guesthouse sits right next to the Lake Ashinoko boat wharf and a local bus stop, so you can hop on the pirate boat or a bus to the sights without a long walk.
- Interactive hotpot dinner — Guests repeatedly call the hotpot a highlight — you cook it at your table, and the hosts help you plan your day trips while you eat.
- Quiet, adults-only setting — The property is listed as adults-only and sits in a calm area, so you get a peaceful stay away from the crowds.
- Helpful, knowledgeable hosts — Staff score 9.5 and guests praise the hosts for sorting out transport plans, suggesting sunset spots, and generally being warm and efficient.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- No on-site parking — The property doesn't list parking, so if you're driving you'll need to find public options nearby — not ideal for a road trip.
- Check-in window ends at 10 pm — You must arrive between 3 pm and 10 pm, which is tight if your train or bus runs late.
- Limited to adults only — The adults-only policy means families with children can't stay here — a real constraint if you're traveling with kids.
- Value rating is the lowest of the categories — While most scores are above 8.8, value sits at 8.2, so the price-per-night might not feel like a steal for the room size or age.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Japanese-Style Room
- Shower
- Non-smoking
- Heating
- Bathtub
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Wi-Fi
- No smoking on site
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Parquet floor
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Services
- Luggage storage
- Fax/Photocopying
- Security
Room Amenities
- Free toiletries
- Key access
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 486 reviews
Booking.com · 8.5 · 486 reviews
8.5Verified guest“Perfectly fine base for exploring Hakone, with an incredible location near the sights and solid service. Tasty, savoury meals. Very close to Onshi Hakone Park, the Ancient Cedar Avenue, the pirate boat ferry, the bus stop, and the wharf — a great choice for a trip.”
8.5Verified guest“Rooms are reasonably large with everything you need, and our experience was wonderful. Staff were helpful at every level. The location is magnificent — there's a port right next to the hotel.”
8.5Verified guest“Excellent location in a really quiet area, close to a local bus stop. Friendly staff who know their business. Coffee and bread for breakfast were a plus.”
8.5Verified guest“The hotel was right next to the boats on the lake and the bus stop. Service was great and the food was savoury.”
8.5Verified guest“The hotpot dinner was a fun, interactive experience, and the views of the lake were amazing.”
8.5Verified guest“Clean and tidy rooms, a handy vending machine, and spacious accommodation.”
04 — Location
Getting around Hakone
The property sits in Hakone.
Lake Ashinoko & the pirate boat: The ferry wharf is next to the hotel, so you can board the pirate ship cruise across the lake or walk to Onshi Hakone Park and the Ancient Cedar Avenue nearby.
Getting around: The bus stop beside the hotel connects you to Hakone's sights, and Hakonejinja Mototsumiya is about a 10-minute ride away.
164-1 Hakone, Hakone-Machi, Ashigarashimogun, Hakone, Kanagawa, Japan
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-22:00
- Check-out
- By 07:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 8 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 22:00, and check-out is between 07:00 and 10:00.
Is parking available?
No, the hotel does not list any parking. If you're driving, you'll need to find public parking nearby.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Is the hotel adults-only?
Yes, the property is adults-only, so children are not accommodated.
What dining options are on site?
The hotel has a restaurant and bar/lounge, offering breakfast and a hotpot dinner that guests cook at their table. Special diet menus are also available.
Does the hotel have air conditioning?
Yes, both room types include air conditioning and heating.
The bottom line
For a peaceful, adults-only base on Lake Ashinoko with attentive hosts and a memorable hotpot dinner, Jemsty Inn delivers in spades — just plan around the 10 pm check-in and skip it if you drive.
8.5Best for couples and solo travellers wanting easy lake access and personal service.
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