I am looking at going to Hakone in September and would love to know some onsen recommendations.

My dilemma is the balance of Tokyo and Hakone. I was thinking of spending 4 days in TYO and then a few days in Hakone recuperating from TYO.

I have a lot of Chase UR and could spend 4 nights in the Andaz and the luxury it entails but may just use my award nights at the Regency in Shinjuku and splurge in Hakone.

I would love to know places in the $300-500/night for 2 people Hakone ryokans.


What would the fine people here recommend:

4 days Andaz/Park Hyatt Tokyo and 2 days budget Hakone ryokan

-OR-

4 days Hyatt Regency Tokyo and 2 days luxury Hakone ryokan/onsen


Any thoughts appreciated and thank you in advance.