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Shibu Onsen Sakaeya

3.0 star property
Ryokan with free parking, steps from Shibu

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Interior
Superior Quadruple Room, Accessible | City view
Premium Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bathtub | View from room
Dining
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$608
11 July - 12 July

Room options

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Japanese Style Standard Family Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

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Design Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Design Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Spring-water bath
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bathtub | Hot springs

Premium Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Detached private bathroom
Spring-water bath
  • 57 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Executive Twin Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

Executive Twin Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Executive Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Executive Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Quadruple Room, Accessible

Superior Quadruple Room, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 3 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
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About the area

Map
Shibu Onsen, Shimotakai gun, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401

What's nearby

  • Shibu - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Maruike Ski Area - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 13 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 6 min drive
  • Iiyama Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪猿座株式会社 まちノベイト - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Farmhouse - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪そば処 やり屋 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪HAKKO - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪羅臼庵 - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Shibu Onsen Sakaeya

Ryokan near Shibu
Close to Yudanaka Hot Spring, Shibu Onsen Sakaeya provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a coffee shop/cafe and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 24-hour public bath. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up and hot springs on-site
  • A gift shop, luggage storage and 1 meeting room
Room features
All guest rooms at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bidets, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 26-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 for adults and JPY 1,100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Lift (79 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: from approximately JPY 2200 for adults and from JPY 1100 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Inn Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Inn
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Ryokan
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Is Shibu Onsen Sakaeya pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

As of 1 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya on 14 July 2025 start from AU$610.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Shibu Onsen Sakaeya located?

Situated in Yamanouchi, this ryokan is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shibu and Yudanaka Hot Spring. Shiga Kogen Ski Area is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away. Yudanaka Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Errol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible experience at a wonderful location, unbelievable food, and great staff. One of our most memorable experiences, ever!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay at the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best experiences of our life. The staff and service really made it wonderful. I will absolutely be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my 3rd time in Nagano and this is the best place I’ve stayed! Staff are super friendly and really accommodating. The monkey park is so close and you can take a shuttle from the hotel to the park, if reservations are full they even call you a taxi. 10/10 stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first ryokan experience and we couldn’t have been more impressed. The staff were fantastic, the kaiseki dinner and breakfast were incredible and our room, with a private Onsen, was stunning. The area around the hotel is so picturesque. We had a great time exploring the streets, in our provided yukata, trying all the public onsen. We will certainly be back to Shibu Onsen
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hiromi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came here last year and came back with our son this year. The area offers several fun things such as Monkey mountain and street public bathing. Sakaeya's service is very nice. It offers you nice yukata, sandals and basket to walk and hop in many unique baths. The dinner and breakfast are also amazing and we enjoyed out stay very much. Hope to come back again here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time staying at a ryokan and it was a fantastic experience. The staff were so welcoming, the rooms clean & tidy and the food deserved at least 1 Michelin star! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Staff very friendly abd helpful. Very clean. Traditional baths are very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at this Ryokan with an amazing hot spring bath for guest use. It was a traditional Japanese inn with all of the special touches to experience the local Japanese customs. The room was very nice and comfortable, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. This was a great place to stay to visit the snow monkey park nearby and can be reached easily by train and then a short bus ride. We highly recommend this Ryokan for your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Authentic , great snow monkeys
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area around the property was absolutely beautiful and charming - but maybe because of the time of year we visited (1/06-1/08), very few places were open, despite their signs claiming what their hours of operation were. Even when we found a restaurant that was open at 6pm for dinner, multiple restaurants turned us away because we have a six year old daughter and they didn't accept kids. It was pretty upsetting to my daughter, but the area was absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely ryokan, excellent baths

Excellent ryokan, women's public bath was never more than 2 people but the private bath with sauna is worth booking..book ASAP as spots fill up. Meals are amazing, though the first night menu was preferred by far. The staff is very kind, but their support is limited so make sure to do your research if you're looking to visit snow monkeys or venture outside of the town. They aren't as up to date local bus schedules, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time in a Ryokan! And we loved it!! We enjoyed wearing the Kimonos provided and having a multi course dinner! They were also able to provide vegetarian options for dinner as well. The onsen at the hotel was much larger and nicer than the free ones outside the hotel. There is a toilet in the room but no shower, so you have to use the public bath to shower.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya is an unforgettable gem nestled in the heart of Japan's charming onsen town. From the moment I arrived, I was embraced by the warmth and hospitality of the staff, who made my stay exceptional. The ryokan's traditional atmosphere, with its beautifully preserved wooden interiors and serene ambiance, immediately put me at ease. However, what truly set Sakaeya apart was the personal touch of the staff, especially Runa, whose kindness and grace left a lasting impression on me. Her attentive service, warm smile, and genuine desire to make my stay comfortable made me feel like an honored guest. Whether it was offering local insights, ensuring I enjoyed the full onsen experience, or simply sharing kind words, Runa’s presence elevated my time there. She embodied the spirit of Japanese hospitality, making each interaction a memorable one. The onsen itself was a peaceful retreat, with soothing waters and a relaxing environment that perfectly complemented the traditional ryokan experience. I left Shibu Onsen Sakaeya not only refreshed but deeply moved by the kindness of its people, particularly Runa. If you're seeking a place that marries beauty, tranquility, and heartfelt service, Sakaeya is the perfect destination.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

トモコ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
料理が最高です。 二度目ですがまた予約しました。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

TOMOHIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kazuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方に良くして頂き快適でした ご飯も美味しく部屋もきれいでした 湯めぐりはとても楽しく気持ちよかったです
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ying Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

マサキ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

IIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Onsen trip

Very close to shibu onsen bus stop, very clean. The staff is all very nice. We were served by Suzuki-san, her English is very good, she explain all about the hotel and Shibu onsen nicely. Room is very spacious. It has indoor and outdoor onsen. Dinner and breakfast courses were fantastic and delicious. I will highly recommend to stay here when visiting Shibu Onsen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

YUKA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
食事もお部屋も大満足でした！
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

roxane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Meilleur hôtel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023