Hilton has announced an agreement with THE SANKEI BUILDING CO., LTD. and HASEKO Real Estate Development, Inc. to bring LXR Hotels & Resorts to Hakone Gora, Kanagawa. Scheduled to open in summer 2028, the hotel will be managed by Hilton and marks the first Hilton hotel in Hakone.

Hakone Gora, located at the heart of one of Japan’s most renowned hot spring destinations, is known for its breathtaking natural scenery through the seasons and abundant natural hot springs. The resort faces a lush forest within Momijidani, one of Hakone’s most beautiful autumn foliage spots, and is envisioned to be a sanctuary where guests transition from the pace of everyday life into a slower rhythm shaped by mountain air, thermal waters and the enduring beauty of nature.

LXR Hotels & Resorts is a handpicked collection of 40 trading and pipeline luxury properties in some of the world’s most captivating destinations around the world. Defined by each property’s singular sense of place, the brand curates deeply personal experiences that connect guests to culture, character and the emotional essence of the destination. In Japan, the brand made its debut with the opening of ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts in Kyoto in 2021. With today’s signing, LXR Hotels & Resorts continues its growth in Japan with additional properties in Tokyo, Hiroshima and Niseko, Hokkaido in Japan.

“Hakone Gora represents a natural fit for LXR Hotels & Resorts, where a strong sense of place and locally inspired experiences define the brand’s approach to luxury. The introduction of LXR to Hakone Gora reflects the continued evolution of Hilton’s luxury portfolio in Japan. This signing reinforces Hilton’s commitment to accelerating growth in high‑demand luxury markets, responding to the evolving expectations of experience‑led travelers,” said Hirohisa Fujimoto, vice president, Development, Japan & Micronesia, Hilton.

Numerous cultural and artistic landmarks are within walking distance of the hotel, including the Hakone Open-Air Museum, the Hakone Museum of Art and Gora Park, offering guests opportunities to enjoy nature and the arts. The hotel is roughly 90 minutes by train from central Tokyo and just a three-minute walk from Koen-Kami Station on the Hakone Tozan Cable Car line.

“Hakone is an iconic onsen destination and bringing LXR Hotels & Resorts here marks an exciting new chapter for Hilton in Japan. Together with SANKEI BUILDING and HASEKO Real Estate Development, we will create a retreat that is deeply inspired by the area’s local culture and natural surroundings. Paired with personalized service, the hotel will deliver an elevated experience rooted in Japan’s natural beauty and onsen culture,” said Joseph Khairallah, area vice president and head of Japan, Korea & Micronesia, Hilton.

The LXR Hotels & Resorts hotel in Hakone will participate in Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 27 distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including flexible Points and money payment options, exclusive member discounts and complimentary standard Wi-Fi. Members also enjoy popular digital tools available exclusively through the Hilton Honors mobile app, including digital check-in, room selection and Digital Key.