Natural SPA Auberge gen hakone gora

Before you lies the outer ring of the Hakone Caldera, occasionally veiled in a sea of clouds. A breeze stirs the treetops, and birdsong fills the air. On clear nights, the sky is filled with stars. As dawn breaks, the sky begins to glow. Natural SPA Auberge gen hakone gora (known as “Gen”) is a refined hot-spring inn ideal for simply unwinding in your room while gazing at the spectacular scenery that unfolds before you.

Gen is located roughly 120 meters from Naka-Gora Station on the Hakone Tozan Cable Car Line, which connects Gora Station (Hakone Tozan Railway) and Sounzan Station (Hakone Ropeway). The five-story auberge stands in an elevated position in Hakone, and the guest rooms on its 3rd to 5th floors offer magnificent views.

A total of 18 guest rooms are available, including six rooms on the sky-view premium 5th floor. The 3rd and 4th floors offer twelve rooms with “hideaway” decks protected from the rain and wind by deep eaves. Guest rooms range from 60 to 115 square meters in size. Each room features an open-air bath that connects to a spacious deck, allowing you to enjoy Gora Onsen spring water direct from the source.

Both dinner and breakfast are served in guests’ rooms. Dinner is a creative multi-course meal that, while still grounded in the fundamentals of Japanese cuisine, is unconstrained by convention. There is a careful focus on dashi stock to highlight the ingredients’ natural flavors. The beverage lineup is chosen to complement the cuisine and includes locally brewed sake from Kanagawa Prefecture, carefully selected ginjo and daiginjo sake from across Japan, domestic wines, Japanese whisky, and shochu. You can also try Royal Blue Tea, a premium Japanese tea that is bottled like wine. Breakfast features rice cooked in a clay pot accompanied by an array of side dishes. The fresh, creamy tofu and homemade yogurt are particular favorites. The auberge strives to accommodate vegetarians and those with allergies, so please indicate any requests when making your reservation.

During your stay at Gen, don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy an in-room spa treatment experience. The therapists have completed Esalen Institute-approved training in the United States and use Esalen® Massage techniques and dynamic stretching to work deeply into the body, harmonizing the flow and balance of your internal energies. The deep relaxation and mindful treatment process are sure to leave you feeling refreshed in both body and mind.

With open-air baths, breathtaking views that stretch out before you, and a variety of dishes made with the finest seasonal delicacies, Natural SPA Auberge gen hakone gora promises a one-of-a-kind travel experience. Be sure to make a reservation for your stay in Hakone.