Hakone Kowakien Ten-yu

A sprawling resort, one which is a delight to call home for a few nights, Hakone Kowakien Ten-yu is dripping with sleek interiors that’ll make you want to linger longer. Polished finishes and mood lighting set the scene for a sophisticated stay, while the two onsens found on the fifth and sixth floors invite you to relax in their soothing waters; a must-do while in Hakone. One of these is laid out in an infinity-edge style with unbeatable mountain views, while the other is indoors and faces the green of the forest. Topping it all off is the hotel spa, and a platform outside for rejuvenating yoga sessions. The surrounding area is ripe for wellness, in fact, with walks to be had along the Chisuji Falls and Mount Sengen, as well as yet more onsens right next door to the hotel at Kowakien Yunessun; this watery wonderland even has baths of green tea, red wine and sake! If you’d rather drink your sake than wallow in it, hit the chic hotel bar for specialty cocktails, and keep fuelled up in the restaurant for beautifully presented Japanese fare.