The Best Hotels in Shibu Onsen

Boasting open-air hot spring baths, a heated indoor pool and beautiful Japanese gardens, Senjukaku offers traditional Japanese-style accommodation that has a historic charm. Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park is a 15-minute drive away.

Offering mountain views, all rooms are fitted with traditional tatami (woven-straw) flooring and a low table with seating cushions. In-room amenities include a flat-screen TV and a fridge. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Free WiFi is available in all rooms.

While staying at Senjukaku Ryokan, guests can unwind at the spacious public bathing area or reserve one of the cosy family baths for private use. There is an art gallery space at the lobby, showcasing Japanese drawings. A gift shop is also available on site.

The ryokan serves various seasonal Japanese dishes, prepared with organic vegetables and local beef.

The property offers free pick-up shuttles from Yudanaka Station, an 8-minute drive away.

On just a 5-minute drive from Yudanaka Station, Wafu-no-Yado MASUYA features beautiful Japanese-style rooms, hot spring baths and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms boast a private outdoor hot spring bath.

Masuya Wafu no Yado is a 15-minute drive from the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, as well as from the Heiwa Kannon (Peace Statue). Zenko-ji Temple is an hour’s drive away.

The spacious, bright rooms at Masuya are comfortably furnished with tatami-mat flooring and traditional futon bedding. They come with a seating area, satellite TV and a fridge.

Guests at the Wafu no Yado can soak in spacious indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, or take a flower pressing class. Ladies can choose from 50 colourful gowns to use.

The Japanese hot spring experience is complete with award-winning multi-course dinners, served in private dining rooms. Delicious local specialities can also be ordered separately.

Minshuku Miyama provides a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 3 km of Jigokudani Monkey Park and 13 km of Ryuoo Ski Park. With an open-air bath, the 2-star ryokan has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. Guests can use the spa facilities, or enjoy mountain views.

At the ryokan, every unit includes a tatami. The units in the ryokan are equipped with a flat-screen TV and slippers.

Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Suzaka City Zoo is 25 km from Minshuku Miyama, while Zenkoji Temple is 30 km away. Matsumoto Airport is 105 km from the property.

Japanese-style hotel Kokuya offers comfortable rooms that boast a private outdoor hot spring bath and free internet access. The hotel features 2 restaurants, a spa and spacious hot-spring baths.

Kokuya lies in the heart of renowned hot spring area Shiba Onsen. Free shuttle from Yudanaka Station is available upon request. The hotel is just 3 km away from Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park.

Rooms feature tatami-mat flooring and traditional futon bedding. They come with a seating area, and are equipped with a flat-screen TV, a minibar and tea/coffee making facilities.

Guests can enjoy a massage at Zen Spa, or unwind in one of the 9 indoor and outdoor hot springs. Some baths can be reserved for private use. The hotel has a souvenir shop and drink vending machines.

Restaurants Nagaoan and Yawaragi serve traditional local cuisine, offering restaurant seats as well as private dining spaces. Western breakfast is available upon advance request.

Located in the Shibu hot-spring area, Onyado Hishiya Torazo features Japanese-style accommodations. Guests can soak in the indoor and outdoor hot-spring baths and female guests can enjoy wearing colourful Japanese Yukata robes. Yudanaka Train Station is a 10-minute drive away and free Wi-Fi is available in the shared lounge.

The air-conditioned rooms feature a TV, a green tea set, and slippers. Some rooms feature a private toilet, while all rooms share the bathrooms.

Guests can enjoy making paper crafts at the Origami Gallery or purchase souvenirs at the gift shop. Photocopying and luggage storage services are available.

A Japanese multi-course meal is available for dinner.

Torazo Onyado Hishiya is a 15-minute drive from Jigokudani Monkey Park, and a 20-minute drive from ski slopes at Shiga Highlands.

Located in the Shibu hot-spring district, guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor hot-spring baths at Suminoyu. Massages can be requested and a footbath is also available for extra relaxation. A free shuttle is offered from Yudanaka Train Station, which is a 10-minute drive away.

The air-conditioned rooms have tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. A TV, fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags are provided in each. Rooms come with a private toilet but bathrooms are shared.

Free Wi-Fi is accessible at the lobby and local products can be purchased at the gift shop. Luggage storage is available.

Japanese dishes featuring local ingredients are available at the ryokan. Dinner is served in a private dining room.

Suminoyu Inn is a 10-minute drive from Snow Monkey Park and a 25-minute drive from Shiga Kogen Ski Resort. Heiwa Kannon is a 15-minute walk away.

Located in the centre of Shibu hot-spring area and a 5-minute drive from Yudanaka Train Station, Sakaeya offers Japanese-style accommodations. Guests can enjoy the on-site indoor/outdoor public hot-spring bath and wear the provided colourful Japanese Yukata robes. You can watch monkeys bathing in hot-spring water at the Snow Monkey Park, a 10-minute drive away.

The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Each comes with a satellite TV, a safety deposit box and a fridge. They include a private toilet, while bathrooms are shared. Guests are welcomed with a complimentary sweet snack and green tea upon arrival.

Guests can relax at the shared lounge or shop for traditional gifts at the souvenir shop. Photocopying and luggage storage services are offered at the front desk. Free Wi-Fi is available at the public areas.

A traditional multi-course is served for dinner and a Japanese set-menu for breakfast.

Sakaeya Ryokan is a 10-minute walk from Heiwa Kannon and a 20-minute drive from Shiga Kogen Sun Valley Ski Resort. Zenko-ji Temple and JR Nagano Train Station are a 1-hour drive away.

Offering a free-use reservable hot-spring bath, shared indoor and outdoor hot-spring baths, and traditional multi-course dinners with Shinshu beef, Shibu Hotel is 8 minutes from Yudanaka Train Station on the free shuttle. The traditional rooms have Japanese-style futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor.

Yukata robes, green tea and floor-cushion seating allow you to experience Japan’s unique culture. More universal facilities include air conditioning, a mini-fridge and a TV. Each room has a private toilet, and guests bathe at the hot-spring baths.

Snow Monkey Park is a 25-minute trip (10-minute drive + 15-minute walk) from the hotel, and the Nakayama Shinpei Memorial Museum is a 20-minute drive. Zenkoji Temple is a 1-hour drive. On-site parking is free.

When not luxuriating in the hot-spring baths, you can check out the gift shop. Free Wi-Fi is provided at the lobby.

The set-menu Japanese breakfast and dinner are served at the dining room. You must check in by 18:00 to eat dinner at the property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.

Featuring 2-star accommodation, Andaikan is set in Yamanouchi, 3 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park and 11 km from Ryuoo Ski Park. Situated conveniently in the Shibu Onsen district, this ryokan features massage services, as well as a public bath. The accommodation offers a hot spring bath, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms.

At the ryokan, the units are fitted with a shared bathroom.

The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in.

Guests at the ryokan will be able to enjoy activities in and around Yamanouchi, like skiing.

Suzaka City Zoo is 24 km from Andaikan, while Zenkoji Temple is 29 km away. Matsumoto Airport is 104 km from the property.