The cultural city of Nagano is full of attractions, such as Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum and M-Wave Olympic Memorial Arena, and is loved for its hot springs and temples.
Matsumoto is known for its castle and hot springs, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Matsumoto Castle and Matsumoto Timepiece Museum.
The cultural city of Yamanouchi is full of attractions, such as Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Okushiga Kogen Ski Area, and is loved for its hot springs and mountain views.
Skiers and snowboarders might want to test out the slopes at Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area, a top skiing spot located 2 mi (3.2 km) from central Hokujo. If you master the slopes, Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park and Hakuba Iwatake Ski Resort are both nearby.
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.
Skiers and snowboarders might want to test out the slopes at Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort, a top skiing spot in the heart of Nozawaonsen. If you master the slopes, Togari Onsen Ski Resort is also located nearby.
Meet the animals who call Jigokudani Monkey Park home during your trip to Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
During your trip to Karuizawa, you can enjoy retail therapy at Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza. Discover the area's hot springs and seek out the ski slopes.
"This hotel was a great little find. Very affordable and comfortable. A business hotel so they had laundry service in Japanese public bath on site. Matsumoto is a cute little town and very walkable from the hotel. Also, the hotel is literally two blocks from Matsumoto castle, a great location."
"The room was lovely and had lots of complimentary items. Highly recommend the breakfast, very yum and the staff are very friendly. Convenient location to the Zengoji Temple too. "
"Very convenient to train station and bus terminal. Quiet location. There was breakfast and a restaurant, but we didn't use. We didn't use the Onsen either."
"The hotel has this Christmas vibe and the whole compound is totally perfect ! Very good romantic getaway with nearby restaurants! Definitely come back again! "
"Staff were all lovely, and very willing to help. They understood English very well and we're able to communicate to a good standard. The hotel is a brief walk from the Karuizawa train station, so it is in a desirable location for weary travellers. The room and bedding are comfortable, and an average size. The only negative I have is the use of keys for your room door. An upgrade to key cards would be something to consider for the future, and may also stop the need for handing in your key each time you exit the building (which I'm guessing is because of the key cutting service close by?)"
"Excellent staff and great location. Price was economical and excellent breakfast. Close to the station and within easy walking distance to most places. "
