"Lovely little stay at a traditional style hotel. The onsen was very relaxing, and the hotel was a short walk away from the Snow Monkey Park and bus stations needed to get to and from the area. "
"Lovely little stay at a traditional style hotel. The onsen was very relaxing, and the hotel was a short walk away from the Snow Monkey Park and bus stations needed to get to and from the area. "
"Amazing place! Loved the kaiseki and on site onsen experience "
"Amazing place! Loved the kaiseki and on site onsen experience "
Jodi
"Traditional Ryokan with many onsen baths. We had our own outdoor onsen which was nice but you could also use one of the other larger onsen by free reservation, these were great. Traditional Japanese meal for dinner which was lovely and very authentic feeling. Quite expensive."
"Traditional Ryokan with many onsen baths. We had our own outdoor onsen which was nice but you could also use one of the other larger onsen by free reservation, these were great. Traditional Japanese meal for dinner which was lovely and very authentic feeling. Quite expensive."
"I booked this lodge for my husband and his buddies. What a hidden gem. He said he wouldn't have changed anything about it. He enjoyed the wonderful meals , the atmosphere and the patrons
5 stars !"
"I booked this lodge for my husband and his buddies. What a hidden gem. He said he wouldn't have changed anything about it. He enjoyed the wonderful meals , the atmosphere and the patrons
5 stars !"
Diana
"When first arriving after a very well communicated pick up from the bus stop- the appearance was a bit deceiving. While thoughts of The Shining entered our heads it was quickly removed when our lovely host sat us down and talked with us our desires for the stay. They offer ski and boot rentals, full 5 course meals for dinner and breakfast- and the most thoughtful and attentive service one could have asked for. I would gladly come back anytime to experience their lovely graciousness again."
"When first arriving after a very well communicated pick up from the bus stop- the appearance was a bit deceiving. While thoughts of The Shining entered our heads it was quickly removed when our lovely host sat us down and talked with us our desires for the stay. They offer ski and boot rentals, full 5 course meals for dinner and breakfast- and the most thoughtful and attentive service one could have asked for. I would gladly come back anytime to experience their lovely graciousness again."
"For an authentic Japanese experience this is the place to go. Staff wonderfully helpful, picked us up from the Monkey Park when we arrived, also put on an early breakfast for us as well as early transport to the railway station."
"For an authentic Japanese experience this is the place to go. Staff wonderfully helpful, picked us up from the Monkey Park when we arrived, also put on an early breakfast for us as well as early transport to the railway station."
John
"Great service, from check in to check out.
Amenities available were great & dinning room staff were very friendly & explained all the dishes.
Onsen was fabulous "
"Great service, from check in to check out.
Amenities available were great & dinning room staff were very friendly & explained all the dishes.
Onsen was fabulous "
"Excellent Ryokan. Breakfast and late night sake tasting included free. Very short walk to excellent local restaurants and train station. Very easy to access for tourists"
"Excellent Ryokan. Breakfast and late night sake tasting included free. Very short walk to excellent local restaurants and train station. Very easy to access for tourists"
William Henry
"The service was fantastic. Nice bathrooms and comfortable bedding. The private onsen was spectacular. Very convenient location only a 2-minute walk from Yudanaka Station."
"The service was fantastic. Nice bathrooms and comfortable bedding. The private onsen was spectacular. Very convenient location only a 2-minute walk from Yudanaka Station."
"We arrived 6 hours before checkin to leave our luggage and head to the snow monkey park and they were kind enough to drive us right to the entrance , they have a pass so we didnt have to walk up from the bus stop like everyone else."
"We arrived 6 hours before checkin to leave our luggage and head to the snow monkey park and they were kind enough to drive us right to the entrance , they have a pass so we didnt have to walk up from the bus stop like everyone else."
Paul W
"Breakfast is great and in a very convenient location."
"Breakfast is great and in a very convenient location."
"Absolutely unique experience. If you want a fancy western style hotel, don’t stay here. If you want to have a genuinely Japanese experience, in an absolutely stunning area with some of the best snow I have seen in my lifetime, then add Kumanoyo to your list. Personally, I loved this place. "
"Absolutely unique experience. If you want a fancy western style hotel, don’t stay here. If you want to have a genuinely Japanese experience, in an absolutely stunning area with some of the best snow I have seen in my lifetime, then add Kumanoyo to your list. Personally, I loved this place. "
Sean
"The location is good. It’s near the Kumanoyu ski area. It’s within 5 minutes walking distance. This hotel is more geared to catering to Chinese visitors who want to hit the slopes. They play Chinese-theme music during breakfast at their buffet. Their breakfast is a big spread, and the food is pretty good. The people there do accommodate you, but they are somewhat cold. If you slip on their steps and fall because of the snow, they will not come out to help you or apologize. Come here to...
"The location is good. It’s near the Kumanoyu ski area. It’s within 5 minutes walking distance. This hotel is more geared to catering to Chinese visitors who want to hit the slopes. They play Chinese-theme music during breakfast at their buffet. Their breakfast is a big spread, and the food is pretty good. The people there do accommodate you, but they are somewhat cold. If you slip on their steps and fall because of the snow, they will not come out to help you or apologize. Come here to...
"The 9 public onsens (baths) were interesting, #9 was the best imo, but the town itself is captivating. "
"The 9 public onsens (baths) were interesting, #9 was the best imo, but the town itself is captivating. "
Paul
"A beautiful Ryokan in a typical Japanese village. A unique experience in a lovely room. Enjoy the little onsens, each one with different water sources. "
"A beautiful Ryokan in a typical Japanese village. A unique experience in a lovely room. Enjoy the little onsens, each one with different water sources. "
"It was a good dinner and breakfast dinner and very clean and tidy. Private onsen was good."
"It was a good dinner and breakfast dinner and very clean and tidy. Private onsen was good."
Jimmy
"The staff were extremely gracious and hospitable. All guests should probably read up on the norms of a Royakan before staying here with dinner and breakfast included and very specific slippers for specific events. This location was very accommodating of our special meal request as vegetarians."
"The staff were extremely gracious and hospitable. All guests should probably read up on the norms of a Royakan before staying here with dinner and breakfast included and very specific slippers for specific events. This location was very accommodating of our special meal request as vegetarians."
"This was the perfect place to stay to ho see the Snow Monkey. Excellent staff, clean, comfortable hotel just down the hill from the train station and bus stop.
We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this hotel. "
"This was the perfect place to stay to ho see the Snow Monkey. Excellent staff, clean, comfortable hotel just down the hill from the train station and bus stop.
We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this hotel. "
"We had a fantastic stay at Shibu Hotel. The staff were so kind and welcoming. They made us feel so special throughout our stay. The Kaiseki dinner was such an experience. The room was very nice, clean and had nice decor. I would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Shibu Onsen. "
"We had a fantastic stay at Shibu Hotel. The staff were so kind and welcoming. They made us feel so special throughout our stay. The Kaiseki dinner was such an experience. The room was very nice, clean and had nice decor. I would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Shibu Onsen. "
Sarah
"Off the beaten path… beautiful scenery and people"
"Off the beaten path… beautiful scenery and people"
"Friendly staff, we arrived very late on the first night, they arranged snow mobile to pick us from the carpark and checked us in quickly. The outdoor private hot tub is just what you need after a day of skiing! "
"Friendly staff, we arrived very late on the first night, they arranged snow mobile to pick us from the carpark and checked us in quickly. The outdoor private hot tub is just what you need after a day of skiing! "
Ki woon coria
"Located at the base of the ski area, this hotel has excellent and friendly service. Charlie, in particular, was a huge help in navigating getting to and from the hotel via train and taxi (we were after hours). We had the dragon suite, very suitable for families. The free shuttle to the train stations make getting around the region ( Snow Monkeys!) easy—but be mindful of the hours the busses and hotel vans run. I highly recommend the T Hotel at Ryuoo. "
"Located at the base of the ski area, this hotel has excellent and friendly service. Charlie, in particular, was a huge help in navigating getting to and from the hotel via train and taxi (we were after hours). We had the dragon suite, very suitable for families. The free shuttle to the train stations make getting around the region ( Snow Monkeys!) easy—but be mindful of the hours the busses and hotel vans run. I highly recommend the T Hotel at Ryuoo. "
"We stayed 1 night. Very lovely staff, the experience was great. The onsen was best we’ve seen and we’ve travelled lots, the history makes the stay awesome. We did 1 night, our dinner was very traditional and same with breakfast. "
"We stayed 1 night. Very lovely staff, the experience was great. The onsen was best we’ve seen and we’ve travelled lots, the history makes the stay awesome. We did 1 night, our dinner was very traditional and same with breakfast. "
"Wonderful affordable spot centrally located for mountain adventures."
"Wonderful affordable spot centrally located for mountain adventures."
Ace
"This Ryokan was quaint in the perfect way. It felt traditional without the modern flair. The owner was amazing and drove me to the snow monkey park at no cost. The onsen was perfect and tatami room was gorgeous. Amazing view around the town with the snow."
"This Ryokan was quaint in the perfect way. It felt traditional without the modern flair. The owner was amazing and drove me to the snow monkey park at no cost. The onsen was perfect and tatami room was gorgeous. Amazing view around the town with the snow."
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ski the fall line at Shiga Kogen Ski Area, a top spot located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from central Yamanouchi. If you master the slopes, Maruike Ski Area and Hasuike Ski Area are both nearby.
It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Jigokudani Monkey Park, located 3 mi (4.8 km) from central Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Ishinoyugenjibotaru Park, located nearby.
Yudanaka Hot Spring is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Yudanaka Shibu Onsen, why not stop by during your stay. Yudanaka Shibu Onsen has lots of other activities such as Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort.
You can take time to visit Shibu during your travels to Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Amble within the natural setting or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.
Yamanouchi is hailed for its skiing and hot springs while top attractions include Shiga Kogen Ski Area. Visitors highlight this welcoming city's rich culture while sights include Okushiga Kogen Ski Area and Sora Terrace.
Underground tunnels for onsen, many onsen up and down the street. Picturesque little mountain town. Cute, great for a couple retreat. Also epic skiing nearby at Shiga Kogen
Jason
10.0/10
Excellent
Definitely need to visit snow monkeys when you're there!!! Amazing experience
Elaine
10.0/10
Excellent
Bus to Nagano station seemed easy although we had a hire car. Snow monkey station definitely worth a visit - best to go earlier in the day before the crowds
Thomas
8.0/10
Good
Many of the little shops and restaurants were closed in early January, but it was still really nice and cute. Enjoyed skiing and the monkeys.
Alexander
10.0/10
Excellent
It's definitely out of the way. We were hoping to go from here to Matsumoto, but I think it's just a bit too much travel.
Raphael
8.0/10
Good
Would have been best stay ever if they had some food options other than the local convenience store, but still very good, just bring your own food if you can
Greg
10.0/10
Excellent
This was the first time I tried an onsen. They also had a great private answer. I enjoyed it for 20 minutes.
"The rooms were very affordable and the location was a walkable distance from the station which is great. It is close very close to many restaurants and other shopping locations which is also nice.
The beds and rooms were clean but small, which during our stay wasn't a big deal. The breakfast was serviceable for our one night stay but I wouldn't recommend it for any longer if you're not strapped for time.
This place was quite budget friendly and convenient for those looking for a good value at a low price. "
"The breakfast buffet was extravaganza! I never seen that much extent of options and they were top notch! It is a big hotel so they had to limit time so we got busy exploring different items. We did not have dinner there but I wonder what it would have been like. We went out to a local mom and pop bar. The immediate area did not seem to have many options for eating out though.
The hot spring bath was nice. We enjoyed going between inside and olhalf-outside baths. We didn't do this but saw used the sauna and cold bath.
The view from the room was wonderful, looking at snow-capped mountain ridges.
The only con is that we were a family of 5 and had to get separated into two rooms. It would have been nice to stay together in one room with five futons. Maybe they were out of bigger rooms when we booked?
The location was good for a car access. It is away from the city center of Nagano so if you travel by train, a taxi ride would be needed. But we were pleasantly surprised by what this Matsushiro area had to offer. After checking out we drove a few minutes to the Matsushiro historic residential area, parked, strolled the old Shinto shrine and Buddhist temples. Then we toured into the enormous cave that Imperial Japan dug near the end of WWII to move the headquarter from Tokyo. They never actually moved, but they preserved the cave as a historic site.
big military
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"Lovely clean, friendly hotel that is near the station so easy to get to. The breakfast is wonderful and complimentary noodles are served each evening. The spa facilities are great with lovely products which are all complimentary. There is ice cream to enjoy for free after the onsen and free juice and coffee in reception! A great stay! "
"The staff was friendly.
Upon arrival the guest gets a yukata and a key to 9 public thermal springs around the town, where he may bath freely. Note that they are extremely hot. The staff also offers a free ride to the Snow Monkey Park or Yudanaka Station in the morning."
"Un excellent hôtel. Bonne localisation proche de la gare. Bon rapport qualité/prix. Hôtel propre, chambres confortables. Prenez une chambre rénovée, vous ne serez pas déçus!"
Karuizawa Club Hotel Karuizawa 1130 / Hewitt Resort
4/10 Poor
"Requested a toddler bed as advertised as free when I booked the room. It wasn’t provided and when I asked for it I was told that it would be an additional ¥8990.
Pool advertised is also a hefty additional charge"
"We had a fantastic stay at Shibu Hotel. The staff were so kind and welcoming. They made us feel so special throughout our stay. The Kaiseki dinner was such an experience. The room was very nice, clean and had nice decor. I would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Shibu Onsen. "
"This hotel is fairly old-fashioned, but that’s what makes it unique. Despite the fairly decent condition of the room and the smell of smoke, it was alright. The con is we have to walk uphill to the bus terminal. "
"Many hot springs around. Need your own transport to get around. Went off season so maybe the dining options were limited.
Good place to unwind though."
"This hotel is so conveniently located right by the train station! Super clean and cozy! The staff were so friendly and respectful! They also have free bike rentals which was amazing! "
"This hotel is a beautiful ryokan and onsen. We stayed 2 nights and really enjoyed it. We ate breakfast and dinner at the ryokan and really enjoyed the food - meals are 7 courses and food quality is top notch. We would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in Yudanaka. They have a private onsen which we also booked so my husband and I could use the onsen together. "
"This ryokan was lovely- all the staff were so accommodating and made us feel very special! The ryokan itself is dainty and pleasant. There was public Onsens for women’s and men’s separate (in the women’s there was 1 indoor and 1 outdoor public Onsen with shower room inside). You can also book a private Onsen when you arrive - they have 45 min time slots for 3000 yen! Also very quick walk to Yubatake and the bus station! Would recommend"
"Parking was great. I had a dedicated spot in the parking structure. Unfortunately, I have read that parking will be changing to first come first served starting in May 2025. I hope that’s not true. "
"It was a great place to stay. The room was clean and spacious by Japanese standards. The bed was very comfortable as were the pillows and the duvet. The location was only a couple of blocks from the train station with shopping and restaurants. Great place to stay! Enjoyed it and would definitely recommend and stay again."
"Absolutely unique experience. If you want a fancy western style hotel, don’t stay here. If you want to have a genuinely Japanese experience, in an absolutely stunning area with some of the best snow I have seen in my lifetime, then add Kumanoyo to your list. Personally, I loved this place. "
"The servuce was 1st class from the first moment till the end. This was a highlight to our monthlong trip. Such pride in proving excellent everything. The half board option is so worth it. What a missed opportunity if you don't. The owner is so nice and lovely. She will greet you and make you feel at home."
"Plenty of parking lot. Very nice female staff member who spoke some English and provided a Yukata for our 6 year old. Large, excellent room with amazing views. Value for money. Green tea provided. Had mostly private onsen experience ie hardly anyone around for both the outdoor and indoor onsen when we visited in early April 2025. Only few minutes drive from Snow monkey carpark. Of the 9 places we stayed in Japan, was our favourite."
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Stay at a top-rated Yamanouchi romantic hotel and make the most of your couple's vacation. Our travelers love Shibu Onsen KOKUYA, a ryokan with 3 restaurants and couples/private dining. Use the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and select "Adults only" or "Romantic" to find even more hotels in Yamanouchi for couples on Hotels.com.
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Some of the best Yamanouchi hotels for kids include Wafu No Yado MASUYA, Aburaya Tosen, and T Hotel Ryuoo. Wafu No Yado MASUYA is a kid-friendly ryokan with a guest score of 9.6 out of 10 offering family-friendly amenities like 2 indoor/outdoor hot springs and free parking, plus free cribs in guestrooms. Check out Aburaya Tosen with a guest score of 9.4. This popular ryokan has free parking and free train station pick-up as well as baby baths in the guestrooms. T Hotel Ryuoo is another good option with free parking as well as children's dinnerware in the guestrooms. Find even more kid-friendly hotels in Yamanouchi by using our "Family friendly" filter on Hotels.com when you search.
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For some added luxury, discover the best Yamanouchi hotels with a pool. Hotel Grand Phenix Okushiga is a great hotel with an indoor pool and a guest rating of 9.8 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its 3 restaurants and bar/lounge. Hotel Higashidate is a popular hotel that features a natural pool along with a restaurant and a sauna. To find more stays in Yamanouchi with a pool, use the "Amenities" filter on Hotels.com in your search and select "Pool".
What are some of the best Yamanouchi hotels with free parking?
If you're driving, a great Yamanouchi hotel with free parking is a bonus. Our travelers' favorites include:
Ishinoyu Lodge: A hotel with an average guest rating of 10 out of 10
Shoraiso: A ryokan with an average guest rating of 10
What are some popular hotels in central Yamanouchi?
For hotels in central Yamanouchi, check out Shibu Hotel and Shibu Onsen Sakaeya. Travelers love Shibu Hotel for its location, as well as the hot tub, restaurant and free parking this ryokan offers. Shibu Onsen Sakaeya is another popular central ryokan with a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe and free parking. Stay at one of these hotels for easy access to top sights like Shiga Kogen Ski Area, Jigokudani Monkey Park, and Yudanaka Hot Spring. Shiga Highlands is a central neighborhood for your Yamanouchi vacation.
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Yamanouchi is a welcoming city where you can spend time relaxing in the hot springs. If you're visiting during colder months, enjoy activities such as skiing during your stay. This winter paradise of Yamanouchi is home to top ski areas like Shiga Kogen Ski Area. There's plenty more to see, including sights like Okushiga Kogen Ski Area and Sora Terrace.
