Illuminated wooden bathing tub with decorative panel, glass terrace doors and mountain view at Senkei ryokan, Kanagawa
Tatami room with low table, zabuton cushions, sliding fusuma and tokonoma alcove at Senkei in Kanagawa
Vanity with twin round mirrors, geometric wood wall, sink and open doorway to guest room at Senkei, Kanagawa
Round wooden tubs on a private deck with sliding doors and bamboo fence at Senkei in Kanagawa
Tatami room with low table, floor cushions, shoji screens and balcony seating overlooking greenery at Senkei, Kanagawa
Tatami room with low table, shoji screens and balcony seating at Senkei in Kanagawa, Kantō
Night exterior of multi-level ryokan with lit balconies at Senkei in Kanagawa, Kantō
Ryokan attendant in kimono serving tea to guest in tatami room with garden view, Senkei, Kanagawa

Senkei

8.8
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.8/10, based on 2,358 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
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Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 11:00 AM
Riverside Location Hot Spring Town Hot Spring Bath Public Onsen Open-Air Bath In-Room Bath
Staff 9,2/10
Facilities 8,8/10
Cleanliness 9,0/10
Comfort 9,0/10
Value for money 8,3/10
Location 8,8/10

Ryokan highlights

A traditional Hakone Yumoto onsen ryokan with easy station access and classic in-room dining appeal.

Hakone Yumoto BaseSet in Hakone Yumoto, convenient for arrival, strolling, and starting Hakone sightseeing.
Walkable Station AccessGenerally noted as an easy walk from Hakone-Yumoto Station for rail travelers.
Hot Spring BathsClassic onsen stay centered on relaxing communal baths in a well-known hot spring area.
In-Room KaisekiDinner and breakfast are commonly highlighted as being served in-room.
Traditional Ryokan FeelJapanese-style lodging atmosphere suits travelers seeking a classic ryokan experience.
Riverfront AmbienceThe setting by the river adds a calmer, more scenic Yumoto stay.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsAccess is the strongest driver here: arrive easily via Hakone-Yumoto, check in without extra transfers, enjoy in-room dinner, baths, breakfast, then either continue onward or use one full day for Hakone sightseeing before a second overnight.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night or relaxed 2-night Hakone-Yumoto ryokan stay for onsen, in-room kaiseki, and easy arrival/departure rather than a deep Hakone sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Not a deep mountain baseIt is convenient in Hakone-Yumoto, but upper Hakone sights still require trains, buses, or the ropeway chain.
Traditional service rhythmMeals and futon service are handled in-room, so rigid dinner timing may feel restrictive for late arrivals.
Can feel overlongBeyond onsen time and one main sightseeing day, many travelers will run out of strong reasons for a third night here.

Food & drinks

Hotel Senkei at 592 Yumoto is a traditional ryokan with seasonal Japanese breakfast and dinner served in-room, plus easy access to Hakone-Yumoto dining spots.

Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Traditional in-room Japanese meals for breakfast and dinner.

  • Seasonal kaiseki dinnerfoodMulti-course Japanese dinner that changes by season.
  • Japanese breakfastfoodRyokan-style set breakfast served in the room.
  • Welcome teadrinkTea served in the room on arrival.
  • Room dining servicespecialtyPrivate ryokan-style meal service in guest rooms.
yuba-bowl NAOKICHI (nearby)
nearbyabout 10 min walk

Popular Yumoto spot for yuba rice bowls.

  • Yuba bowlfoodSignature bowl with soy-milk skin.
  • Tofu-based dishesfoodLight Japanese options centered on soy foods.
  • Local specialtyspecialtyGood stop for a Hakone-area yuba meal.
Cha no Chimoto Café (nearby)
nearbyabout 10 min walk

Wagashi café known for sweets and tea.

  • YumochifoodSoft rice cake with azuki jelly filling.
  • Wagashi setfoodTraditional Japanese sweets made to order.
  • Japanese teadrinkTea paired with sweets in the café.

Access, transport and nearby sights

Hotel Senkei is in the Hakone-Yumoto hot spring area and is most conveniently reached from Hakone-Yumoto Station, with Odawara as the main rail gateway and Haneda as the most practical airport.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Should you choose this ryokan?

Hotel Senkei is a traditional Hakone-Yumoto ryokan that suits travelers who want in-room meals, hot-spring bathing, and an old-school Japanese inn atmosphere without being far from the station. It is a better fit for guests who value ryokan character and service over sleek modern design.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Easy base near Hakone-YumotoIt is about a 10-minute walk from Hakone-Yumoto Station, and there is also a short shuttle option, so arrival is relatively simple for Hakone standards.
  • Proper ryokan dining in your roomDinner and breakfast are traditionally served in-room, which makes the stay feel more intimate and removes the need to dress up and go to a dining hall.
  • Small-scale, more personal feelWith only around 15 rooms, the property feels more intimate than a large resort and can deliver a quieter, more attentive ryokan-style stay.
  • Onsen focus with open-air bathThe ryokan offers indoor baths plus an open-air bath with Hakone nature views, and some rooms include their own private hot-spring bath for extra convenience.
  • Classic Hakone-Yumoto atmosphereThe setting along the stream and on the approach from the station gives it a nostalgic onsen-town feel that matches the traditional tatami-and-futon experience.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not ideal if you want modern luxuryThis is a traditional property with an older style, and several guests note that some interiors feel dated rather than polished or contemporary.
  • The walk can be tiring with luggageAlthough the station is not far, the approach can feel longer than expected when carrying bags, especially after a train journey or in bad weather.
  • Meals may be inflexibleThe ryokan dining format is fairly set, and travelers with strict dietary needs or who dislike seafood-heavy kaiseki may find options limited.
  • Futon sleeping is not for everyoneRooms are Japanese-style and use futons instead of standard beds, so light sleepers or guests wanting plush Western bedding may be less comfortable.
  • Less privacy during service flowBecause meals are served in the room and staff also come in to prepare and clear futons, the stay includes more in-room staff interaction than a typical hotel.

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