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Shibu Hotel Yamanouchi , Yamanouchi (Nagano)
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About the Hotel
2173 Hirao,
Yamanouchi (Nagano),
Japan,
.,
Nagano
Shibu Hotel is situated in the historical Shibu Onsen area, known for its 1300-year hot spring heritage. The hotel features a traditional structure with unique architectural elements and easy access to scenic landscapes. Guests can explore charming cobblestone streets lined with local dining options and cultural sites. This destination captures the essence of nostalgic Japan amidst its seasonal beauty.
Location
Shibu Hotel is located approximately 1 miles from Yudanaka Station, making it easily accessible by public transport. Guests can reach the hotel via trains or buses from nearby major cities like Tokyo and Nagano. The surrounding area offers various activities such as skiing in the winter and exploration of local temples and historical sites.
Rooms
All guest rooms at Shibu Hotel offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning. Each room is equipped with a bathtub, bidet toilet, TV, safe, and refrigerator. Traditional Japanese-style rooms feature tatami flooring and futon bedding. Some units provide seating areas that allow for relaxation while taking in seasonal views.
Eat & Drink
The hotel offers a free-use reservable hot-spring bath and serves traditional multi-course dinners highlighting local organic rice and high-quality Shinshu beef. Seasonal menus showcase the bountiful nature of the area. Guests must check in to dine at the property.
Leisure & Business
Leisure amenities include shared indoor and outdoor hot springs, a hot tub, and a spa. Guests have access to all nine communal bathhouses in Shibu Onsen at no charge. Facilities also offer free Wi-Fi throughout the property, enhancing convenience for both leisure and business travelers.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Relaxing Onsen Experience
“The facility boasts two public onsens and two private onsens, allowing for a truly relaxing bathing experience in a serene setting.” view full review
Comfortable and Clean
“The room was impeccably clean and the bed was incredibly comfortable, making for restful nights during our stay.” view full review
Delicious Kaiseki
“We savored a good full Kaiseki dinner that was not only tasty but beautifully presented, enhancing our culinary experience.” view full review
In-Room Treats
“The complimentary in-room drinks and local snacks provided daily were a good and thoughtful touch, making us feel pampered.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Skiing
Golf course
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Free shuttle service
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa center
Spa lounge
Hot spring bath
Open-air bath
Public Bath
Room features
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
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Location
2173 Hirao,
Yamanouchi (Nagano),
Japan,
.,
Nagano
Map view
2173 Hirao,
Yamanouchi (Nagano),
Japan,
.,
Nagano
City landmarks
Zoo
Jigokudani Monkey Park
1.7
mi
Hirao
Sekai Heiwa Kannon
2400 ft
Hirao
Shibu Onsen
3300 ft
1163 Hirao
Sake Storehouse Art Museum
2900 ft
1465 Hirao
Shiga Highlands Roman Museum
4500 ft
3106 Hirao
Baio-ji Temple
3400 ft
Bridges
Shibuyu Bridge
4000 ft
Gallery
Tamamura Honten
2100 ft
Yumiya Shrine
4800 ft
3227-1 Hirao
Kaede no Yakata
1.0
mi
3121 Hirao
Emmei Tabako Jizo
3300 ft
2062 Hirao
Ishi Hot Spring
3400 ft
3080
Issa Seisensui Kinen Haiku Shiryokan Tokuntei
3800 ft
Kamibayashi
Minzoku Shiryokan Gosetsu No Yakata
3900 ft
HeIon
Issado
4200 ft
3077 Hirao
Yudanaka hot spring
1.2
mi
1174-1 Sano
The Site of Sano
1.3
mi
Hirao
Jigokudani Valley
1.5
mi
Kamogatake
2.5
mi
Shigakogen
Mizunashiike
2.5
mi
1150 Nakano
Japan Clay Dolls Museum
2.8
mi
1150 Nakano
Japan Clay Doll Museum
2.8
mi
7-82 Higashiyama
Higashiyama Park
2.7
mi
Nakano
Meguriai no Kyoseki
2.8
mi
Ichinuma
2.9
mi
2132 Kuriwada Nakano
Joraku-ji Temple
2.9
mi
956 Mayama
Ponpoko Hot Spring
3.0
mi
Nearby
2032 Hirao
Otozan Onsenji Temple
1600 ft
2238 Hirao
Shibuyu Shrine
600 ft
2032 Hirao
Onsenji
1600 ft
Restaurants
Sobadokoro Yariya
4100 ft
2169 Hirao
Kozushi
3700 ft
2157 Shibu
Kaneshin
4100 ft
2267-2 Hirao
Ramen Tokumi
4200 ft
2271 Hirao
Shinanoji
3700 ft
2148-2 Shibu
Koishiya Cafe & Bar
4300 ft
2277 Hirao
Koshiya Ryokan
500 ft
Restaurant
Rairaiken
700 ft
2300 Andai
Hatakanseido
700 ft
2316 Hirao
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
88%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Quiet Surroundings
Limited Nearby Shops
8.8/10
Great
Rooms
9.0
Location
8.3
Service
9.8
Dining
9.0
Guest reviews
8.8/10
based on 6 reviews
9.5
9.5/10 based on 138 reviews
Chris
United States of America,
October
2023
9.4/10
Staying at the Shubu Hotel was a delightful experience. The rooms with Japanese style beds and both Japanese and Western style chairs were spacious and offered a great view of the river. The service was exceptional, thanks to the ever-accommodating owners and staff. The location in the Shibu area was perfect, with easy access to the snow monkey park. The dining experience, featuring traditional Japanese food, was excellent. Overall, a great value for money with top-notch facilities.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms at the Shubu Hotel are spacious, offering a fantastic view of the river. The blend of Japanese and Western styles in the beds and chairs adds a unique touch to the room.
Service
10.0
The service at Shubu Hotel is outstanding. The owners and staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to ensure a wonderful stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location in the Shibu area is excellent, providing a small boutique hotel experience with a family-like atmosphere. It's close to the snow monkey park and a typical old Japanese street with various dining and shopping options.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience at Shubu Hotel is exceptional, offering traditional Japanese cuisine with attentive and personalized service.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel boasts hot spring pools with generous operating hours, adding to the overall relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Michael
United States of America,
September
2023
8.8/10
The hotel offers a delightful mix of Japanese style and Western comforts. The rooms are spacious, clean, and well-designed. The service is top-notch, with attentive and friendly staff. The location provides a peaceful old-style experience in a charming area. The dining experience is excellent, and the facilities are impressive. However, the quiet surroundings might not suit everyone, and more shops nearby would be convenient.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms are all renovated, very clean, and spacious, with a thoughtful blend of Japanese and Western elements.
Service
9.0
The staff are extremely attentive, organized our needs effectively, and even went the extra mile to enhance our stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location in the middle of Shibu onsen offers a wonderful old-style experience, close to charming restaurants and shops.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience is amazing, with excellent service and spectacular, tasty meals.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel boasts superb facilities, including a convenient free shuttle service to various attractions.
Friendly Staff
Quiet Surroundings
Ronald
United Kingdom,
September
2023
9.0/10
Staying at this traditional Japanese hotel was an incredibly warm and welcoming experience. The rooms were great, super comfy, and beautifully designed with tatami, futons, and sliding shoji screens. The service was top-notch, redeeming our impression of Japan with attentive and helpful staff who went above and beyond. The location was excellent, right in front of the main onsen street, leading to a typical old Japanese street with restaurants and shops. The dining experience was wonderful, offering traditional Japanese meals with a vast and amazing variety. Overall, a fantastic stay with some minor drawbacks.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were quintessentially Japanese, incredibly warm and welcoming, and well equipped with tatami, futons, sliding shoji screens, and tea service.
Service
10.0
The staff was very friendly and attentive, providing exceptional service from picking us up at the train station to ensuring our stay was memorable.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, being right in front of the main onsen street and allowing easy access to the public onsen and the charming village nearby.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was traditional Japanese and outstanding, offering a welcoming and caring atmosphere with lots of delicious dishes.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and provided everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Michael
United States of America,
September
2023
9.0/10
Staying at this hotel was a delightful experience overall. The rooms were beautifully laid out with traditional items and lovely small touches, offering a spacious layout with lots of natural light from the many windows. The separate dining area added a nice touch to the accommodations. The service was exceptional, going above and beyond to make my stay memorable, including tailored meals and shuttle service. The location, nestled in Shibu Onsen, was convenient for exploring the nine Onsens in the town. The dining experience was fantastic, providing delicious meals with attentive service. Although the price may not be the cheapest, the value for the money was definitely worth it for such a unique and personal experience.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms exceeded expectations, being even better than in the pictures. They were spacious, comfortable, and full of attention to details.
Service
10.0
The service was impeccable, with staff going out of their way to ensure a wonderful stay. From driving me out for dinner to tailored menus, the hospitality was top-notch.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location in Shibu Onsen was perfect for exploring the town's Onsens. Although a bit quiet, it provided a peaceful setting next to the window on a little carpet island.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was delightful, offering plentiful and delicious meals with attentive and personal service.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel were top-notch, providing everything needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Friendly Staff
Quiet Location
Edmund
United Kingdom,
July
2023
9.0/10
My stay at the hotel was simply amazing. The rooms were stunning with futon beds, offering a large space with ensuite bathroom facilities overlooking the river. They were comfy, clean, and spacious, providing beautiful views of the river and mountains, even though the pricing didn't entirely match the experience.
Rooms
9.0
I loved the stunning rooms with cozy futon beds and the breathtaking views of the river and mountains. Everything was clean and comfortable during my stay.
Service
10.0
The service here was top-notch. The staff was very helpful, welcoming, and kind, going above and beyond to make sure our needs were met. They even tailored the menu to our preferences and provided great assistance and guidance throughout our entire stay. The shuttle service was incredibly convenient and a nice added touch.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was ideal for accessing the public onsen and being close to various attractions like the Jigokudani Monkey Park. It was a bit old and traditional, but the proximity to the Japanese street with restaurants and shops was fantastic. Being near the train station and onsen made exploring the area so convenient.
Dining
9.0
Dining at the hotel was a delightful experience. The traditional Japanese meals served were delicious and beautifully presented. The individual service and the variety of small, tasty dishes made each meal memorable.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel were great and added to the overall comfort of my stay. Everything was well-maintained, and the atmosphere was perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Peter
United States of America,
June
2023
8.6/10
My stay at the hotel was wonderful! The rooms were spacious and very well thought out with a mix of Japanese and Western touches. The staff were incredibly attentive and made sure we had a great experience. However, the location was a bit too quiet for my liking, with limited shops around. Overall, a great value for the money!
Rooms
9.0
The rooms are fantastically large with traditional bamboo matting and futon bedding. They were clean and comfortable, advising us to visit a liquor store for beverages. The little touches of Japanese style combined with Western elements made the room cozy and inviting. The extra cupboard space was a nice touch.
Service
10.0
The service was exceptional! From driving to Nagano to meet us to arranging transportation to the monkey sanctuary, the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. They even picked us up daily from the Yamanouchi train station and were always eager to assist us with any plans we had.
Location
7.0
The hotel is in the middle of Shibu onsen, right next to the main street. While the location was great for exploring the local area, it was a bit too quiet for my preference without many nearby shops. The proximity to the bus stop and other attractions like the monkey park was convenient.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was spectacular! The traditional Japanese breakfast and dinner were delicious, with lots of small, flavorful dishes. The preparation and service enhanced the overall experience, making it a memorable culinary journey.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were great, offering everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Although slightly older in style, they were well-maintained and functional, adding to the traditional charm of the place.
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