Hot Springs Hotels in Nagano Prefecture, Japan

We stayed on 24 to 26 Dec 25. Good hotel but far from everything else. Need to be flexible since weather was unpredictable. We had no snow -just rain for two days, but when we checked out, we had heavy snow which disrupted our travel to Toyama with many trains cancellation and delays (a car stuck on the railroad track). The hotel shuttle bus picks up at Minami-Otari station. There are four coin-operated washing machines and four dryers which were always taken on 3rd Floor. I would advise staying longer than two days and prepare for travel time as it took nearly 20 minutes for a bus ride to Iwatake each way.

Hotel staff service was top tier. Check-in counter staff allowed me to use their telephone for local call when I needed it urgently and even asked if I would be okay with Japanese and offered to help me call. Felt really relieved that help was provided without me asking and it was really touching. Check in counter staff were also sincere with their service and had wide smiles on their faces. The room was quite old but clean, quite contrasting to the modern lobby they had. Breakfast was amazing, so much choices (from smoothies to a katsu station) and delicious. Would recommend if you have the time in the morning.

We really enjoy staying at this hotel. We still got lost in the hotel after 2 days of staying here 🤣 the hotel is damn huge like a city. But we will come back again next time. We had a great great stay, love walking over to the outlet for shopping. Will appreciate if hotel can give free parking and free entry for onsen.

The hotel is nestled in a quiet forest. The Shinshu apple pastry at the hotel shop was surprisingly delicious. If you're planning to have dinner, you'll likely need to book it at the hotel, as the surrounding area is quite secluded, making it hard to find dining options without a car. The hotel's dinner is a semi-buffet, and the taste was just average.

Right across Lake Suwa and walking distance to Kamisuwa station. Hotel compound was big. Loved the zen garden. Staff were extremely kind and helpful. Enjoyed the free outdoors foot bath, and the indoor onsen was huge. Wonderful stay overall. Do note that single rooms do not have lake views.

I am a solo traveler who stayed in the room with private open bath. I enjoyed my 2 nights stay. Hotel looks tired and old but it was all good . Btw, you have to use a key to open the door not access card. I paid for my room with breakfast and dinner. I have a private dining space in a restaurant which I like it. Skip all queue and I dine at the same place for all meals. Dinner was great. Breakfast spread was wonderful too. I tried the one hour jap massage and it was so good. There isn’t anyone who can really speak English. The guests are mainly locals. There is free shuttle to check in and check out. Overall I give 9/10!!

The room was large and we could see the suwa lake. The beddings were prepared by staffs and breakfast was also good. We could also enjoy the onsen downstairs. Also they let us check out an hour later. Perfect experience

The location of the hotel is close to Yudanaka Station,only 4-minute walk.The twin room is spacious and comfortable,but the area near the window is slightly cold.The onsen is clean and spacious.View woman outdoor onsen ia great,can clearly see the mountains.The kaiseki dinner was very deicious.We are very impressed with Tsubakino Hotel.

The inn is exquisitely decorated, with a classic, elegant style. It's spotless and tidy, and the rooms are filled with Japanese charm; even the lamps and telephones are reusable vintage items, which is quite unique. The men's and women's hot spring baths are alternated for guests' use. There's also a separate open-air bath, which is very comfortable. Breakfast and dinner were delicious, beautifully presented, and the service was attentive. I would love to stay here again if I had the chance to return.

Family new hotel with 5 stars service from.all the staffs. Plenty of freebies like ice cream, coffee and late night Ramen for supper. It is a hotel like a semi-Ryokan, no shoes and walk on socks or bare footed on tatami flooring. We took a quadruple room and stayed for 3 nights. Size iis adequate for couple use. Onsen facilities is great with both indoor and outdoor hot spring bath. Bonus point is the sauna with different aroma everyday. Location is perfect, walking distance to train and around 25mins walk to the castle. Restaurants are all close by less than 20mins walk. Breakfast included and I will grade it as value for money. Highly recommended to book your stay.