Nozawa Onsen Ryokan Accommodation
Looking for quality Japanese service and traditional hospitality in Nozawa Onsen? There is nothing like combining light Japanese powder snow with a rich cultural experience, good food, plus a deep soaking onsen. Nozawa Onsen is the perfect place to do so with the many traditional style ryokan inns on offer. Below is the largest online listing of minka, minshuku, inns and/or ryokan in Nozawa Onsen.
There are numerous traditional inns or ryokan in Nozawa Onsen from the very old to the very new. Kawamotoya, is a Nozawa Onsen institution, newly reborn as a boutique ryokan whilst Yuyado Jonnobi is a modern inn that was hewn from the traditions of the well-known Ryokan Sakaya. It boasts a brand new style while retaining the traditional hospitality of Sakaya. Kawaichiya Ryokan,is a popular Japanese style inn located close to the Nozawa Onsen main street. The inn has Japanese-style guest rooms with tatami mats as well as Japanese/Western combo guest rooms. Shinkinyado Kawahiro is an old Japanese style house (minka) with a cooking fire in the middle of the room where guests can enjoy a cup of Japanese sake around the fire in the evening. Kiriya Ryokan has been in the same family for six generations offering wonderful Japanese hospitality and service whilst Tokiwaya Ryokan has been standing for over 360 years and is listed as one of Japan's 100 famous onsen inns. The Nozawa Onsen gondolas are only a few minutes walk from the Asahiya Ryokan from where guests can see the village of Nozawa Onsen Spa nestled in the valley below. A popular choice for ryokan accommodation in Nozawa Onsen, Naraya Ryokan is a quiet minka (traditional folk dwelling) style ryokan that boasts traditional thick roof beams. Ryokan Sakaya is the most famous Japanese ryokan in Nozawa Onsen, renowned for it's extraordinary level of service as well as the quality of it's meals. A washer and dryer are available for guests' use, as is an internet terminal and sauna. Nakajimaya Ryokan offers Japanese-style accommodation with indoor public baths, free parking and free wi-fi access in public areas. Murano Sumiyoshiya Inn is a traditional ryokan with 15 Japanese-style guest rooms located in front of the famous Ogama geyser and features a delightful hot spring inn atmosphere. In the somewhat cheaper range is Seisenso Inn - a well-priced and comfortable inn with natural hot springs.
Nozawa Onsen visitors are truly spoiled in the choice of their Nozawa Onsen ryokan accommodation options if they wish to enjoy a traditional Japanese experience. However if you don't see something here you like feel free to check out our budget accommodation options, minshuku, pension, ski lodges, hotels, inns or self-contained apartment lodgings. You can also consider the excellent range of ryokan and traditional style-accommodation options in Hakuba. Book online and get instant confirmation - no waiting!
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Kawaichiya Ryokan is a Japanese style ryokan located right in the centre of Nozawa Onsen and prides itself on its fine service and hospitality. It is ideally situated for sightseeing and skiing being only about two minutes walk from the Nozawa Onsen Centre bus stop and close to the Nozawa Onsen main street. The inn has two different kinds of hot springs with the sources originating from the famous Ogama and Shinyu hot springs in Nozawa Onsen.
Kawaichiya has Japanese-style guest room with tatami mats as well as Japanese/Western combo guest rooms. Wireless LAN is available and upon request, the inn serves local dishes such as local beef (please order once you confirm your booking). Map to Kawaichiya Ryokan - Read or write reviews |
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Kiriya Ryokan is located centrally in the traditional village of Nozawa Onsen. This popular ryokan is only three minutes walk to the “Yu-Road” moving pathway that leads to the Hikage Ski Area. This Japanese style ryokan has a mix of Japanese style rooms and Japanese/Western combination rooms and English-speaking staff which makes it very popular for families. Breakfast includes the option to have either Japanese or Western food. There is a large ski repair/storage room, and free wifi internet in the lobby. Kiriya Ryokan has been in the family for six generations. It offers wonderful Japanese hospitality and service with the cuisine offering the freshest ingredients sourced locally. The ryokan’s natural onsen located in the beautiful Japanese garden surroundings awaits guests returning after a hard days skiing. See Kiriya Ryokan location map & reviews of Kiriya Ryokan |
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Shinkinyado Kawahiro Hotel, Nozawa Onsen is an old Japanese style house (minka) with a cooking fire in the middle of the room where guests can enjoy a cup of Japanese sake around the fire in the evening. This centrally located traditional inn (right opposite the Nagasaka lifts) provides laundry facilities with drying room for ski gear, a ski gear storage room, a work bench for tuning & waxing, toilets & washrooms on each floor, plus big Japanese style hot spring cypress & rock baths/shower room on the ground floor. Map to Kawahiro Inn, Nozawa Onsen - Read Reviews |
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Asahiya Ryokan, Nozawa Onsen From Asahiya Ryokan guests can see the village of Nozawa Onsen Spa nestled in the valley below. The gondolas are only a few minutes walk from the hotel making it an excellent choice of accommodation in Nozawa Onsen. Nozawa Onsen is alpine country, "The Roof of Japan". Map to Asahiya Ryokan, Nozawa Onsen - Read Reviews |
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Murano Hotel Sumiyoshiya Inn Murano Hotel Sumiyoshiya Inn is a traditional ryokan with 15 Japanese-style guest rooms located in front of the famous Ogama geyser (see map) and features a delightful hot spring inn atmosphere. There are indoor and outdoor onsen available but many rooms have their own toilet and/or bathroom. It's delicious kaiseki and local cuisines are made from seasonal ingredients and served at the ryokan’s Japanese restaurant. The clean, well-designed interior is decorated with many works of art that guests will admire. Prices start from JPY 36,750 - Read Sumiyoshiya reviews Map to Sumiyoshiya in Nozawa Onsen |
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Tokiwaya Ryokan, Nozawa Onsen Centrally located in Nagano's Nozawa Onsen area, Tokiwaya Ryokan has been standing for over 360 years and is listed as one of Japan's 100 Famous Onsens. Known for its natural hot springs and foot baths, this ryokan's hot springs are certified all-natural. Read and write reviews about Tokiwaya Ryokan in Nozawa Onsen |
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Naraya Ryokan, Nozawa Onsen This quiet minka (traditional folk dwelling) style ryokan (Japanese inn) boasts traditional thick roof beams and is a popular choice for accommodation in Nozawa Onsen. You can enjoy our public-bathhouse-style bath and an open-air bath. Relax in a nostalgic atmosphere, enjoying our tasty home-style local dishes and warm hospitality. Close to the ski slopes. Read or write Naraya Ryokan, Nozawa Onsen reviews Map to Naraya Ryokan, Nozawa Onsen |
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Ryokan Sakaya, Nozawa Onsen The Ryokan Sakaya is the most famous Japanese ryokan in Nozawa Onsen, renowned for it's extraordinary level of service as well the quality of it's meals. The inn has 100% natural hot springs with both indoor and outdoor pools - perfect to relax in after a hard day on the slopes. Ryokan Sakaya also has a footbath that is popular with guests. A washer and dryer are available for guests' use, as is an internet terminal and sauna. Check or write reviews of Ryokan Sakaya, Nozawa Onsen Map to Ryokan Sakaya, Nozawa Onsen |
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Nakajimaya Ryokan, Nozawa Onsen Nakajimaya Ryokan offers Japanese-style accommodation with indoor public baths, free parking and free Wi-Fi access in public areas. Each room has an electric kettle, a personal safe plus a fridge. The inn features natural hot spring baths and prepares special home-made local dishes to heal the mind and body. Guests can enjoy local Nozawa Onsen specialities plus also enjoy delicious meals cooked with local ingredients such as Shinshu premium beef and Shinshu Salmon. The popular public hot spring bath named 'Kumanoteara-yu' is located right in front of the hotel. The ryokan is well located to stroll the streets and visit the 13 public onsen. Map to Nakajimaya Ryokan - Read Nakajimaya reviews |
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Seisenso Inn, Nozawa Onsen Seisenso Inn is a well-priced and comfortable inn with natural hot springs. A good alternative from other accommodation in Nozawa Onsen. Map to Seisenso Inn, Nozawa Onsen Read or write Seisenso Inn reviews |
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Yuyado Jonnobi means 'relax' and guests can do just that in this modern inn that was born from the traditions of the well-known Ryokan Sakaya. It boasts a brand new style while retaining the traditional hospitality of Sakaya. The restaurant/bar ‘Himatsuri’ is inspired by the famous Fire Festival in Nozawa Onsen. Guests can feel the local matsuri (festival) spirit whilst enjoying their food and drinks. The second floor restaurant area has a grill and tempura bar which serves the locally made sake ‘Mizuo’ - an excellent choice to go with your favorite meal. Jonnobi boasts two private onsen rooms which can be used privately with family or friends. Read or write Yuyado Jonnobi reviews - See map |
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Kawamotoya is a Nozawa Onsen institution, re-opening in December 2011 as a boutique ryokan (see map). This inn comprises of 23 guests rooms. Eight rooms have their own private bathroom and fifteen guests rooms have a private toilet. From the east side of the Kawamotoya guests have a nice view on the Nozawa ski resort whilst to the west side of the guests will enjoy a vista of the mountains. Read or leave reviews for Ryokan Kawamotoya |
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