Curated luxury hotels in Japan

Located in Karuizawa, 18 km from Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park, Glamday Style Hotel & Resort Kyu-Karuizawa provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with a sauna, hot tub, and hot spring bath, as well as a bar.

Guests at the hotel can enjoy an American or an Asian breakfast.

Honmachi Machiyakan is 23 km from Glamday Style Hotel & Resort Kyu-Karuizawa, while Karuizawa Station is 2.1 km away. Matsumoto Airport is 88 km from the property.

Located in the city centre, Tsuruya Ryokan boasts chic guest rooms with antique furniture. It features large public baths, and free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property.

Each room comes with a historic ambience with comfortable warm colours, and fitted with a flat-screen TV, an air purifier and a personal safe. Some rooms have tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding.

Guests at Ryokan Tsuruya can enjoy thorough in-room massages at an extra charge (reservation needed), or relax in the spacious baths. Coin launderette and souvenir shop are available on site. Guests’ luggage can be left at the front desk for free after checking out.

Traditional Japanese meals are offered for dinner in the elegant dining room. A breakfast buffet features both Western and Japanese dishes.

The ryokan is a 5-minute drive from JR Karuizawa Shinkansen (bullet train) Station. St.Paulo Catholic Church is a 5-minute walk away, while Karuizawa Outlet Shopping Plaza is a 7-minute drive from the property.

Surrounded by a forest, Karuizawakurabu Hotel 1130 Hewitt Resort offers spacious accommodations, public indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths and traditional multi-course meals. Guests can swim in the indoor pool or request relaxing massages for an extra cost. A free shuttle is available from JR Karuizawa Train Station, which is a 40-minute drive away and must be requested at time of booking.

The air-conditioned rooms feature a TV, safety deposit box and an en suite bathroom. A kitchenette with a fridge, electric kettle and a sink are included. Japanese Yukata robes and slippers are provided for all guests.

Guests can play table tennis, refresh in the sauna rooms or relax at the panoramic roof top terrace. Photocopying and laundry services are offered at the front desk. Guests can rent bicycles or hike at the nearby trials.

Dinner and breakfast are buffets.Please make a reservation in advance.

Hotel 1130 Karuizawa is a 20-minute drive from Shiraito no Taki Falls and a 10-minute drive from Karuizawa Toy Kingdom.Karuizawa Snow Park is a 20-minute drive and Asama Falls are a 20-minute drive away.

Located in Tsumagoi, 39 km from Honmachi Machiyakan, Palcall Tsumagoi Resort Ski & Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Providing a restaurant, the property also has ski-to-door access, as well as a sauna. The property is non-smoking and is situated 44 km from Suzaka City Zoo.

At the resort, rooms are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Each room includes a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All units will provide guests with a fridge.

A buffet breakfast is available at Palcall Tsumagoi Resort Ski & Hotel.

The accommodation offers a children's playground. The area is popular for hiking and skiing, and ski equipment hire is available at this 4-star resort.

Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 39 km from Palcall Tsumagoi Resort Ski & Hotel, while Karuizawa Station is 39 km away. Matsumoto Airport is 90 km from the property.

Hotel Kokusai 21 features free WiFi available in all areas.

Rooms at Kokusai 21 Hotel have a contemporary décor, fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a fridge.

Japanese grill restaurant Sakura overlooks the city from the 16th floor. The hotel also houses an Italian and a Chinese restaurant.

Hotel Kokusai 21 is a 15-minute walk from the Zenko-ji Temple.

47 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park in Kusatsu, Shiki Resort Aisonet Kusatsu features accommodation with access to a public bath and open-air bath. This 4-star ryokan offers a spa experience, with its sauna and hot spring bath. The ryokan provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

The units at the ryokan are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. A fridge and kettle are also provided. All units include a shared bathroom, slippers and bed linen.

An Asian breakfast is available at the ryokan.

Skiing is possible within the area and Shiki Resort Aisonet Kusatsu offers ski storage space.

Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 15 km from the accommodation. Matsumoto Airport is 107 km away.

Built in 1913, the Kusatsu Hotel exhibits the architectural style of the Japanese Taisho Era. Guests at the hotel can unwind in the indoor or outdoor public hot spring bath, a Private Hot spring or the soothing footbath.

Only a few minutes walk to Yubatake Hot Springs and Sai-no-Kawara Park.

The property offers free WIFI at the lobby, free parking and free pick-up from Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal until 18:00.

Ekinariya Ryokan offers a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 46 km of Jigokudani Monkey Park and 14 km of Mt. Kusatsu Shirane. With a garden, the 4-star ryokan has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. The ryokan features family rooms.

At the ryokan, the units come with a tatami. The units in the ryokan are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

Matsumoto Airport is 107 km away.

Featuring mountain views, Kimuraya is situated in Kusatsu, 15 km from Mt. Kusatsu Shirane. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 47 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park.

The spacious ryokan is equipped with a flat-screen TV. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom.

Matsumoto Airport is 107 km away.

Located 46 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park, Urakusatsu TOU offers 4-star accommodation in Kusatsu and features a garden. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a lift and luggage storage for guests.

The units in the ryokan are equipped with a kettle. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with bathrobes, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the ryokan, every unit includes air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. There is a coffee shop and bar.

Guests at Urakusatsu TOU can enjoy skiing nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace.

Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 14 km from the accommodation. Matsumoto Airport is 107 km away.

Situated in Kusatsu, Tokinoniwa features 4-star accommodation with private terraces. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Guests also enjoy access to the sauna and hot spring bath, as well as the spa facilities and wellness packages.

All units are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a kettle, a bidet, a hair dryer and a tatami. At the ryokan, every unit comes with bed linen and towels.

Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. There is a snack bar on-site.

Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

Jigokudani Monkey Park is 48 km from Tokinoniwa, while Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 15 km from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 107 km away.

Situated within 48 km of Jigokudani Monkey Park and 15 km of Mt. Kusatsu Shirane, Konoha features rooms in Kusatsu. With a garden, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. Guests can enjoy Japanese dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar.

All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. All rooms in Konoha are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

At Konoha guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna.

Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English and Japanese.

Matsumoto Airport is 108 km from the property.

Situated in Omachi, 38 km from Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area, Holiday Inn Resort Shinano-Omachi Kuroyon by IHG features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

Buffet and à la carte breakfast options are available at the hotel.

Holiday Inn Resort Shinano-Omachi Kuroyon by IHG offers a hot spring bath. The area is popular for skiing, and car hire is available at the accommodation.

The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum is 47 km from Holiday Inn Resort Shinano-Omachi Kuroyon by IHG, while Matsumoto Station is 48 km from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 54 km away.

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 about 30-40 minute walk on foot.

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.

Aburaya Tousen offers luxurious contemporary Japanese-style accommodation with an amazing 11 types of hot-spring baths and free WiFi. On just a 7-minute walk from Yudanaka Station, the hotel boasts outdoor hot spring baths with mountain views, a spa and a restaurant.

The spacious rooms feature a serene decor of sliding paper screens, tatami-mat flooring, and traditional futons. All rooms have a seating area, and some have an outdoor hot spring bath.

Guests at Tousen Aburaya can dream away in an outdoor public or private bath, and enjoy the sauna or a relaxing massage. The hotel offers karaoke facilities.

Restaurant Nanohanakoji offers private dining rooms, where culinary treats of seasonal local dishes can be enjoyed in a tranquil contemporary Japanese atmosphere.

Boasting an open-air bath, garden and views of mountain, Nakaodaira is set in Takayama, 30 km from Kappa Bridge. Offering free private parking, the 5-star ryokan is 29 km from Kamikochi. The accommodation offers a hot spring bath, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms.

The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom with a bidet. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

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.

Mt.Norikura Ski Resort is 47 km from Nakaodaira. Matsumoto Airport is 68 km from the property.

Featuring a spa centre and hot spring bath, Kazaguruma (Kazeya Group) Nakao Hotel is located in Takayama. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. The on-site private parking is available for free of charge.

Offering a mountain view, rooms at Kazaguruma (Kazeya Group) Nakao Hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Rooms come with either a terrace or balcony. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy English TV programmes in their rooms.

There is a luggage storage space at the property, and laundry service is available. Guests can request a dinner at a fee.

An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including footbath and hiking. There is a cycle route nearby, where guests can rent a bicycle for free. The property is a 6-minute drive away from Shin-Hotaka Onsen Ropeway Station.

Nestled in the tranquil Hida Mountains, Miyama Ouan Kyoritsu Resort offers traditional accommodation featuring hot spring baths and nature views. All guest rooms are fitted with wooden furnishings, providing a perfect haven for relaxation. The property offers free pick-up shuttles from Hirayu Onsen bus stop, a 3-mintue ride away.

The elegant rooms feature a seating area with a TV, a refrigerator and tea making facilities. The bedroom comes with wooden flooring and paper sliding screens.

Guests at Miyama Ouan Kyoritsu Resort can enjoy indoor and outdoor public baths with spectacular nature views. There are also cosy family baths for private use, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Massages are available at a fee. Guests can enjoy a complimentary noodle dish served every night.

The ryokan has an on-site restaurant which serves local meals. There are drink vending machines for the guests' convenience.

Public buses leave about every hour to/from JR Takayama Station (see Important Information for schedule), a 60-minute drive away. Kamikochi area and Shinhotaka Ropeway are both within a 30-minute drive, while Mount Norikura is a 60-minute bus ride away.

Situated in a tranquil area in Gifu Region, a 52-minute drive away from JR Takayama Station, Mozumo boasts a hot-spring bath and rooms decorated with modern Japanese interior. Free WiFi and free private parking is available on site.

Guests can savour hoba miso, a regional favorite, for breakfast.

Rooms with contemporary Japanese design are fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and come with a private open-air bath. Also comes with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a seating area with low table.

The public bath and shared lounge offers views of the private forest. Guests can relax with massage at an additional charge.

Various activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including skiing and fishing. Takayama Old Town is a 50-minute drive away, while Shirakawago can be reached with a 90-minute drive from Mozumo.

Located just 40 km from Takayama Station, Ryokan Kutsuroginoya Yuu features accommodation in Takayama with access to an open-air bath, a garden, as well as full-day security. Each accommodation at the 4-star ryokan has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a hot spring bath and a public bath. The ryokan provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

The units at the ryokan are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

An Asian breakfast is available at the ryokan. A minimarket is available at the ryokan. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in.

Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village is 42 km from Ryokan Kutsuroginoya Yuu, while Kamikochi is 18 km away. Matsumoto Airport is 56 km from the property.