Kinnotake Tonosawa Review
Ambassador Suite with Open-Air Bath "Sora"
Total 5
# of reviews 7
Thank You
Reviewed:Jan.05.2026 Stayed:1.2026
OKAMOTO san Mr. Family 70s
Thank you very much for your hospitality. This was my first time visiting Hakone and my first reservation, made for the Hakone Ekiden. From the time of booking, I received very polite guidance, and on the day of my stay, I was able to spend my time comfortably. The luxurious accommodations and service, as well as the delicious meals, were greatly appreciated. I would like to use this inn again. I look forward to your continued hospitality.
- Stayed Room
- Ambassador Suite with Open-Air Bath "Sora"
Staff Comment (From Kinnotake)
Incredible stay
Reviewed:Jan.02.2026 Stayed:12.2025
anon123 san NO ANSWER Couple 30s
This was a very romantic and wonderful stay. The service, facilities, cuisine, and everything was outstanding. One of the best experiences I've had over three trips to Japan. We hope to visit again!
- Stayed Room
- Ambassador Suite with Open-Air Bath "Sora"
Staff Comment (From Kinnotake)
We had a very happy time
Reviewed:Dec.25.2025 Stayed:12.2025
わぶりん san Ms. Family 50s
My husband and I visited to celebrate an early Christmas. The room was very lovely, and the onsen and amenities were excellent. The staff at the lounge made our time there very enjoyable. The freshly squeezed mandarin cocktail was delicious. We would like to visit again when we come to Hakone. Thank you for everything.
- Stayed Room
- Ambassador Suite with Open-Air Bath "Sora"
Staff Comment (From Kinnotake)
Best experience ever!!!!
Reviewed:Nov.21.2025 Stayed:11.2025
Gerald san Mr. Couple 30s
My partner and I really enjoyed our stay at Kinnotake Tonosawa. It was the best part of our trip in Japan. The staff members were excellent and were very kind and attentive. The food was amazing and we loved the variety of every meal. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!! We hope to return one day!!
- Stayed Room
- Ambassador Suite with Open-Air Bath "Sora"
Staff Comment (From Kinnotake)
This is just my personal review of my stay
Reviewed:Oct.18.2025 Stayed:10.2025
David san Mr. Couple 30s
Honestly was expecting more. Lovely accomodation however some parts werent really thought out properly in terms of design. If this is a modern interpretation of a classic ryokan, certainly several places could have been better especially the smaller details.
Room wise was great, big and spaceous however bath water pressure was bad. Onsen water temp was slightly warm.
Food wise is just bad. Its edible. But definitely not representative of what the best japan have to offer. Restaurant area could do some upgrade in terms of thoughtfulness in terms of design.
Overall website gave a better presentation of the facilities than actual or expected.
- Stayed Room
- Ambassador Suite with Open-Air Bath "Sora"
Staff Comment (From Kinnotake)
Incredible room and impeccable service
Reviewed:Apr.10.2025 Stayed:3.2025
Matthew san Mr. Friends 30s
This was our first Ryokan experience so I don't have anything to compare it to. That said, we could barely be happier with out stay. The room was beautiful and smelled amazing (I know that might sound strange but the incense and other aromatics of the whole place really took things to another level). It was very large (we did splurge for one of the top 3 rooms but it was still beyond expectations). The free drinks in the minifridge were a nice bonus, the open air private onsen was so relaxing we must have spent half a day in it in total.
The food was also quite excellent. The Teppanyaki restaurant (Zen) which we had for our second night's dinner was an especial highlight. We were served by the executive chef (not sure if that was because of our room choice or coincidence but we appreciated it all the same). He was a delight to talk to and watch work. The dishes were some of the best food (meat especially) we had on our 2 week trip.
The service though was what set everything apart. We were greeted well before we got to the door with someone to take our bags and help us check in. The room tour, dinner and breakfast service, any other minor requests we had were all handled extremely well. When we told them we'd be departing too early for breakfast, they offered to make us something to go. Which happened to be two freshly made onigiri and a box of pickles (we could never get enough of the pickles so this was a welcome treat), both packaged in beautiful wood boxes.
The only minor complaint is we did not have much opportunity to use the bar. It seemed to close early our first night and did not have a bartender the second tight we were there at all (I'm sure they may have been sick or something, we understand things happen). Again, a minor complaint.
Would highly recommend Kinnotake Tonosawa, especially splurging for one of the Club Floor rooms as we did. Pricey yes, but well worth it.
- Stayed Room
- Ambassador Suite with Open-Air Bath "Sora"
Staff Comment (From Kinnotake)
We’re truly delighted to hear that your first ryokan experience with us was such a memorable one. From the aroma of the room to the onsen, cuisine, and service — it means the world to us that you enjoyed every detail.
We’ll be sure to share your kind words with our staff, especially the executive chef at Zen.
We also appreciate your feedback about the bar and will take it into consideration to improve our guest experience.
Thank you again for choosing Kinnotake Tonosawa — we hope to welcome you back someday!
Pleasant sense of escapism
Reviewed:Sep.19.2024 Stayed:9.2024
あこ san NO ANSWER Couple
Everything was wonderful and fantastic! This was my first stay, and I chose "Sora" because I heard I could stay at a great price. The fragrance, interior, and view were all amazing, and I unexpectedly enjoyed the Mid-Autumn Festival moon from the bath. The customer service was excellent, and I deeply appreciated the perfect handling of my companion's food allergy, which I hadn’t even been aware of. I’d like to express my gratitude to the cooking staff and others I didn’t interact with directly. The surprise birthday plate for my companion was a big success—I’m really glad I requested it. I treated myself a bit for this extraordinary experience, but it felt worth every penny. The dishes, presentation, and tableware were truly exceptional, and I lost track of time enjoying the delicious food. I also used the bar and had a relaxing time—thank you for that! Since my room was in a pre-opening phase, I’d like to mention a few points for improvement (not complaints). I intended to ask for the fireplace to be lit, but it wasn’t. When the room was dark, both my companion and I kept bumping our feet on the edge of the bed, resulting in a pretty significant bruise for me. It’s quite dangerous. My companion mentioned that the bathroom lock on the third floor seems to have been broken for a while, which is a shame. Overall, it was a lovely experience that makes me want to visit again. Thank you!
- Stayed Room
- Ambassador Suite with Open-Air Bath "Sora"
Staff Comment (From Kinnotake)
We appreciate your feedback regarding food allergy handling and the surprise birthday plate, and we’re glad they added to your enjoyment. Your valuable comments about the fireplace and the bed area are noted, and we will use them for future improvements.
We look forward to welcoming you back and are grateful for the lovely memories you shared.