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Shimaya

2.5 star property
Ryokan with free parking, steps from Yudanaka Hot Spring
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Public bath
View from room
Spa
Exterior
Spa

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Separate bath and shower
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Separate bath and shower
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F)

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Separate bath and shower
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F)

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Separate bath and shower
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size)

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Separate bath and shower
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size)

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Separate bath and shower
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 8 tatami size)

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 8 tatami size)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Separate bath and shower
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons
Spa

Hotel Tsubakino

Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90)
The price is AU$381
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2025
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About the area

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Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401

What's nearby

  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 2 min walk
  • Shibu - 4 min walk
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 11 min walk
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 7 min drive
  • Ryuoo Ski Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 7 min walk
  • Iiyama Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪HAKKO - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪串道楽 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪福十拉 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪関谷醸造場 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪いさみ寿し - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Shimaya

Ryokan near Shiga Kogen Ski Area
Yudanaka Hot Spring is located near Shimaya, which provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 24-hour public bath. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and hot springs on-site
  • Karaoke, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Shimaya include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Separate baths/showers, toilets with electronic bidets and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,600 for adults and JPY 1,600 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

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

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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 bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately JPY 1600 for adults and from JPY 1600 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Shimaya Inn Yamanouchi
Shimaya Inn
Shimaya Yamanouchi
Shimaya
Shimaya Ryokan Hotel Yamanouchi-Machi
Shimaya Ryokan Japan/Yamanouchi-Machi, Nagano Prefecture
Shimaya Ryokan
Shimaya Yamanouchi
Shimaya Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Is Shimaya pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shimaya?

As of 24 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shimaya on 25 Dec 2024 start from AU$243.91, 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 Shimaya?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shimaya?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shimaya?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shimaya located?

Situated in Yamanouchi, this ryokan is within a 15-minute walk of Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shiga Kogen Ski Area. Baio-ji Temple and Shibu are also within 5 minutes. Yudanaka Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 196 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gregory

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Mr. Yamoto was great as was his wife. If you are looking for a place to sleep for the night on your way to the snow monkeys, this traditional hotel is great. They will take you to the monkeys and provide you with galoshes for the hike. The property is dated though, with some features in disrepair. The town is absolutely dead mid week with basically no dining options so bring food or be prepared to eat what you can find at the local minimart. The restaurants that are open are booked up by guided tours.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and relaxing Ryokan in Yamanouchi Onsen Town. I think I was the only person staying here at the time. I had the Onsen all to myself for the night I was there and I wish I had booked one extra night because the Onsen was very relaxing. The staff/owners are super sweet and wonderful people. They even offered me a ride up to the snow monkey park entrance when I arrived. The rooms have an excellent view of the mountains. Hot water and tea cups are waiting in your room when you arrive. The thermos' last a long time because I still had hot water in the morning for a tea on the balcony to watch the sunrise. Breakfast is basic continental. The fruits were super delicious and the bread for toast was fresh baked. The mattress was comfy and cozy, I fell asleep within minutes of laying down. Highly recommend staying here for a night or two if you're looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway in a cute mountain town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
My stay at Shimaya was great. The owner and his Son? Were very helpful and warm hearted. My room was very traditional and I loved it! The facility itself is a little run down, but clean and it has everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was so nice! We came a couple hours late, past check in, but he still checked us in and gave us a bunch of good info. The next morning, he lent us winter boots to walk around the muddy snow monkey paths. The room itself had a nice atmosphere and view.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ziyan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly boss. Can provide transport to/fro Yudanaka station. Just need to use phone and call them. Also to/fro to the monkey park. But need to make sure his driver is around. Family Onsen too small and needs cleaning.

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Only that even though the room is very large they can NOT fit more than two people per room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint century old multi-generational run family onsen. Feels like visiting a friend. The hosts are warm and so hospitable, provide local info and recommendations. Breakfast is not to be missed, the player piano, and jute box memorabilia set against a nice spread with local fruit, in addition to a modest western style offerings. A modest stay on a trip to see the macaques.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property in an incredible area with amazing hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was so helpful, drove me to the snow monkeys, and generally was kind. Sweet little room i had, traditional and peaceful. A lovely experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The old man at the reception made this stay the best. He gave us recommendations and was so helpful! Especially with the language barrier he helped us out so much. Unfortunately the shower room and the toilet room lights did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shimaya is a great base to see the snow monkeys. Ichiro, the owner, is a wonderful person who will help you realize your dreams. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great experience staying there. Simple down to earth accommodation with friendly staff and owner. We had a great time there and location is good with nearby restaurants. Good option if you are seeking a clean and comfortable stay with basic amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel. Mr and Mrs Yumoto were incredible hosts and they have a beautiful property. Do yourself a favor, if up to see the snow monkeys spend a night with them!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
The owner is the most attentive and accommodating man! Made sure we hade all we need, know where to go, even inquired as to where we were going…to make sure our experience was great. Hotel is older but in great shape. The free/24-7 in house onsen was hot as heck! Varied day by day of course depending on what is being cooked up underground! Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Claudia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige, Tokyo

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay at Shimaya. The owners, as mentioned in other reviews are outstanding. Gave us a ride to the Snow Monkeys and were very helpful. The breakfast (¥700) was simple and quick - toast, fruit, yoghurt, coffee and juice! Onsen was clean and great. We were on the fourth floor and the views were unreal. Will for sure be returning in the winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Lovely Stay
Would highly recommend this traditional hotel for anyone travelling to Yudanaka. We were made to feel very welcome by the friendly host. Public onsens are on site. However, a private onsen is available for a small fee, which is well worth it! A complimentary lift to the snow monkey park the following morning was much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

kelly

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hadi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Very traditional japanese style accommodation. Was decent accommodations, but a bit expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a small ryoken (bed and breakfast). You can reserve a private onsen (where you and your opposite gender companion) can bath together. The proprietor is nice and gave us a ride to see the snow monkeys. He spoke some English which was helpful as an American and the messages of gratitude from many countries and languages all over the walls suggest that many other travelers from all over the world had good stays.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended ryokan
If I could rate Shimaya an 11 out of 10, I would. The inn itself was so charming and wonderful, and that's long before you get to the wonderful hosts' hospitality, joy, and kindness. When we shared our plans for Nagano, we were told we HAD to check out Obuse...which was a worthwhile stop on our trip and definitely added to the richness we enjoyed in Japan! Thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

General hotel information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
2.5
Address
Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken