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Best Hotels in Kanagawa Under $150

If you're looking to explore Japan's beauty beyond Tokyo's neon lights, Kanagawa is a destination that should be on your radar. The region is located just south of the capital city and is home to some of the country's most breathtaking landscapes and historic sites.

It's home to some iconic attractions, such as the Great Buddha of Kamakura, the picturesque Hakone region, and the bustling city of Yokohama.

Whether you're looking for an outdoor adventure exploring Kanagawa's coastline or touring the numerous historic temples and shrines, Kanagawa has something to offer to everyone. We've compiled a list of some of the best accommodations in Kanagawa for you to comfortably and conveniently experience the region— all for under 150 USD a night!

 

1. 8Hotel Shonan Fujisawa

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8Hotel Shonan Fujisawa aims to bring the Shonan beach culture to the world. The hotel does so by weaving elements of fashion, art, and music into the design, facilities, and overall experience. It is located a two-minute walk from Fujisawa Station South exit, the main station that connects three different train lines, making it the optimal hub to explore Kamakura and Enoshima.

The hotel boasts several unique facilities, such as the 8WATER CAVE, a swimsuit spa with a sauna, a relaxation pool, and an open-air bath space on the terrace. The 8LOUNGE on the 1F offers an original coffee blend called 8BALL created by Dark Arts Coffee Japan. If you’re in the mood to party, the hotel also sells an original craft beer called 8TRIP BEER that combines eight types of malt and eight types of hops that you can enjoy at the exclusive club floor lounge for guests at the 11F.

The 8HOTEL Standard Plan, which includes a free breakfast, is available for just 114.50 USD a night. You can stay in a standard room for up to two guests with a double-sized bed.

 

2. Hotel Hokke Club Shonan-Fujisawa

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The Hotel Hokke Club Shonan-Fujisawa is a highly-rated hotel approximately five minutes away on foot from Fujisawa station. It has a functional and simple design that creates a cozy environment for guests to enjoy a good night’s sleep while providing all the necessary facilities to make your stay at Fujisawa as comfortable as possible.

On the 7F and 8F, you will find the artificial hot spring Komeiseki Onsen. Komeiseki is a rare stone mined from the Abe Mine in Okayama prefecture and has the benefit of easing back pains, stimulating blood circulation, and helping to restore fatigue.

You can book a semi-double room for just 65 USD a night. The plan also includes a one-day ticket for unlimited rides on the Enoden Noriorikun, allowing you free travel to Enoshima and Kamakura on the Enoden line!

 

3. Hotel The Knot Yokohama

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Ever since Yokohama opened its port 1859, the city has been at the forefront of cultural exchange between the East and the West. The Knot Yokohama exemplifies this harmonic blend, with its design centered around a cruise ship passing through the harbor in those early days. The hotel is a mere three-minute walk from Yokohama station, so it is the perfect place to stay to explore the city.

On the 2F, there's a co-working space called the Creator Lounge that is furnished with American vintage furniture, a handful of charging points, and free Wi-fi. If you're feeling peckish, the hotel houses SMOKE DOOR, a specialty Western-style restaurant that uses the primitive cooking method of wood fire cooking where you can grab premium burgers and steaks.

The hotel offers incredibly affordable plans! For 60 USD a night, you can book a semi-double room, while a twin room costs about 71 USD. Families with young kids should also consider booking the family plan, which allows free accommodation for co-sleeping children up to preschoolers and special amenities just for kids.

 

4. Prostyle Ryokan Yokohama Bashamichi

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If you’re looking to immerse yourself in the luxuries of a premium ryokan without breaking the bank, then Prostyle Ryokan Yokohama Bashamichi will be your best bet. The ryokan is, rather uniquely, situated in town, just a two-minute walk from Kannai station.

The ryokan has retained traditional Japanese-style furnishings, such as tatami mats, shoji screens, and a low bed. There is also a sauna room exclusively for guests and free bicycle rentals if you would like to explore the city! Once you’ve tried all the activities, you can head to the bar in the lobby that also doubles as a music bar with a built-in playlist of the hotel’s best music selection.

The tatami room with a double bed and no meals will cost 104 USD, while the breakfast plan will cost 134 USD. There are also twin room options that are slightly more expensive, 111 USD for the no-meal plan and 141 USD for the breakfast plan. If you want the traditional Japanese ryokan experience with the accessibility of the city, there is simply no better option!

 

5. Hakone Yumoto Onsen Hakone no Mori Okada

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Famous in Japan for its hot springs, natural beauty, and views of Mount Fuji, Hakone is a popular overnight destination for tourists in Tokyo. Hakone Yumoto Onsen Hakone no Mori Okada is an ideal spot if you’re looking to experience a Japanese spa resort and immerse yourself in natural hot springs! While you will have to take a shuttle bus or taxi service from the Hakone Yumoto Station, the trip itself is fairly straightforward, and the website explains how to get there.

Hotel Okada is located at the foot of Mount Yusaka and has five different hot spring sources. They have indoor and outdoor baths renowned for their healing properties in relieving muscle pains. There is a footbath on the 8F that you can soak your feet in as you marvel at the mountains of Hakone, and direct access to Yu no Sato, a hot spring that is a short walk away from the hotel that is surrounded by the natural beauty of Hakone.

The standard twin room with a mountain view will cost 120 USD, while the Japanese-style tatami rooms cost 128 USD. If you want a more luxurious experience, there is a top-floor room called Myojin Nadeshiko that is slightly bigger and costs 137 USD.