HAKONE NICA: Luxurious Retreat for Special Occasions Located in the picturesque town of Hakone, HAKONE NICA is a luxury boutique hotel uniquely themed around celebrating anniversaries. The name NICA represents Nature, Ideal, Celebrate, and Anniversary, embodying the hotel’s dedication to creating an ideal setting for commemorating special moments. HAKONE NICA offers an all-inclusive experience with spacious rooms, refined dining options, and an array of amenities designed to provide guests with an exceptional and memorable stay. The hotel’s concept revolves around being a “Celebration Hotel for Anniversaries,” aiming to foster a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Every aspect of HAKONE NICA is meticulously curated to ensure a serene and enjoyable experience, whether guests are unwinding in the elegantly designed lounge or indulging in the luxury of their semi-open-air baths. The focus on comfort and celebration makes it a perfect retreat for marking life’s significant occasions. Accommodation TypeBoutique Luxury HotelHot SpringsNatural hot springs with semi-open-air baths in every roomLoungeComplimentary drinks (including bee, wine, champagne, coffee, and juices)DiningFusion of French and Japanese cuisine for dinner, traditional Japanese or American breakfastShuttle ServiceComplimentary shuttle service for guestsRoom ServiceAvailable for all guestsCheck-in/out3:00 PM ~ 8:00 PM / By 12:00 PMChildren PolicyGuests must be at least 13 years old*The top image is referenced from the official website. Basic Information Dining The dining experience at HAKONE NICA is exceptional. Guests can enjoy a fusion of French and Japanese cuisine for dinner and traditional Japanese breakfast, with an option for an American breakfast upon request.Meals can be enjoyed either in the dining room or in the privacy of your room. The hotel uses carefully selected ingredients from local markets, such as beef, fish, and vegetables from the Hakone region. Onsen All rooms at HAKONE NICA feature semi-open-air baths with natural hot spring water sourced from Gora Onsen. Guests can enjoy the healing properties of the hot springs while taking in the beautiful views of Gora and Sounzan. Onsen Details: Type: Semi-open-air bath with natural hot spring water Source: Gora Onsen – Mild Salt Spring (“Beauty Bath”) Room Temperature Control: Guests can adjust the bath temperature to their preference Scenic Views: Enjoy the townscape of Gora and the majestic Sounzan Hot Spring Characteristics: Source Name: Gora Onsen – Mild Salt Spring Water Type: Sodium-chloride spring, alkaline, hypotonic, high-temperature spring Benefits: Relieves nerve pain, muscle pain, joint pain, shoulder stiffness, motor paralysis, joint stiffness, bruises, sprains, chronic digestive diseases, hemorrhoids, poor circulation, recovery from illness, fatigue recovery, health promotion, cuts, burns, chronic skin diseases, frail children, chronic gynecological diseases Usage Precautions: General Contraindications: Active diseases, severe heart or lung conditions, severe liver disease, visible bleeding, acute exacerbation of chronic diseases Specific Contraindications: Refer to each type of hot spring General Indications: Chronic pain, cold sensitivity, peripheral circulation disorders, gastrointestinal function improvement, mild high blood pressure, diabetes, mild hyperlipidemia, mild asthma or emphysema, hemorrhoid pain, autonomic instability, stress-related symptoms, recovery from illness, fatigue recovery, health promotion Bathing Instructions: Before Bathing: Avoid bathing immediately before or after meals, or when intoxicated. Rest if overly fatigued. During Bathing: Avoid high-temperature baths if elderly, hypertensive, or with heart disease. Prefer half-body baths or partial baths if cardiopulmonary function is reduced. Initial baths should be 3-10 minutes, gradually increasing to 15-20 minutes. After Bathing: Gently wipe the body without washing off the hot spring components, and rest for about 30 minutes. Drink a cup of water to avoid dehydration. Guests can fully relax and rejuvenate while enjoying the natural beauty and therapeutic benefits of Gora Onsen at HAKONE NICA. Access By Car From Tomei Expressway “Gotemba IC”: Approximately 25 minutes From Odawara-Atsugi Road “Hakone Exit”: Approximately 20 minutes Free parking available (8 spaces) By Bus From Hakone-Yumoto Station: Take the bus towards Togendai for about 20 minutes and get off at “Miyagino Eigasyo-mae”. From there, take the complimentary shuttle for about 5 minutes. By Train From Gora Station (Hakone Tozan Railway): Take the complimentary shuttle for about 7 minutes. By Helicopter From Tokyo to Hakone Sengokuhara Heliport: Approximately 36 minutes. For more details, please visit AIROS SKYVIEW. Shuttle Service Complimentary shuttle service is available from both “Miyagino Eigasyo-mae” bus stop and “Gora Station”. Please call the hotel upon arrival for the shuttle service.