Overview
Kyuan is a luxury ryokan in Hakone. It’s surrounded by lush nature and mountain views. After renovations, Kyuan reopened in 2018 and provides an elevated experience for those seeking relaxation and refined hospitality. The ryokan features beautifully designed rooms, including special suites with private open-air baths, and is renowned for its exceptional cuisine. Kyuan is the perfect place to relax, eat gourmet meals, or explore the beauty of Hakone.
Accommodation
Kyuan offers a range of elegant rooms, each thoughtfully designed to enhance your stay. The Annex Bettei features exclusive rooms like “Kintoki,” “Myojin,” and the VIP room “Senjo,” which offer spacious accommodations, private open-air baths, and luxurious amenities. The Main Building rooms are beautifully crafted with a blend of Japanese and Western styles, providing a perfect balance of tradition and modern comfort.
- VIP Room Senjo: A large suite with a cypress indoor bath and open-air bath, offering panoramic views of the Hakone mountains.
- Special Room Myojin: Featuring a semi-open-air bath, spacious interiors, and a tranquil atmosphere perfect for relaxation.
- Special Room Kintoki: A serene retreat with a private bath made from cypress and stone, offering views of the surrounding nature.
All rooms are equipped with high-end amenities, such as Sealy beds, espresso machines, and private balconies, ensuring your stay is as comfortable as it is luxurious.
Dining
Dining at Kyuan is an experience to be savored with all five senses. The chefs carefully prepare traditional kaiseki ryori, using the finest seasonal ingredients sourced locally and nationally. Each dish is presented with attention to detail, from the plating to the use of seasonal garnishes, ensuring that both the taste and the visual presentation are exquisite.
- Seasonal Dish: A highlight is the round eggplant with buckwheat noodles and rice sauce, topped with luxurious ingredients like abalone and shrimp.
- Signature Kaiseki: Breakfast and dinner are served in the privacy of your room (for annex guests) or in a private dining room (for main building guests), offering an intimate and personalized dining experience.
Special care is taken to create a balance of flavors and healthful ingredients, with Kyuan also being recognized for its “Bi-Ken no Zen” breakfast, promoting beauty and wellness.
Onsen & Wellness
Kyuan offers both communal and private hot springs, where you can relax and soak in the healing waters of Hakone’s natural hot springs. The water, drawn from the famous Ninotaira Onsen, is known for its skin-beautifying properties and is gentle on the body.
- Communal Baths: Two large communal baths offer open-air sections, allowing you to enjoy the natural surroundings as you bathe.
- Private Baths: The ryokan offers private baths that can be reserved in advance, providing a more secluded experience. All rooms in the annex come with their own semi-open-air baths, allowing you to enjoy the onsen in the comfort of your room.
The water temperature is carefully controlled, and the baths are maintained to provide an optimal, luxurious bathing experience.
Guests with Tattoos
Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the private baths at Kyuan, but not the public areas.
Facilities
- Souvenir Shop: Take a piece of your stay home with you by visiting the souvenir shop, offering delicacies like dried fish, yuzu shiokara, and honey plum. These items are also available for online purchase.
- Library: Rooms like the Japanese-Western style Sengoku come with a built-in library, providing a cozy atmosphere for reading and relaxation.
- Golf Plans: For golf enthusiasts, Kyuan offers easy access to nearby courses and special golf plans with flexible check-in and check-out times.
Activities
Explore the nearby sights of Hakone, from the Glass Forest Museum to hidden gems like Senjo Falls, a tranquil waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. The ryokan’s location makes it easy to access both the cultural and natural attractions of the area.
Additional Features
- Private hot springs in select rooms
- High-end amenities, including Sealy beds and espresso machines
- Seasonal kaiseki dining served in-room or in private dining spaces
- Golf plan with early check-in/out options
- Free Wi-Fi and complimentary parking
