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9,4
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Exceptional
133 reviews
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Matthew
10,0
/ 10
Extremely friendly staff that were happy to show us through and explain the amenities in perfect English. The meals were beautiful visually and so tasty. Definitely recommend this onsen.
Matthew
10,0
/ 10
We were looking for a more traditional Japenese experience whilst also wanting to see the Snow Monkeys and this place did not disappoint!
Free shuttle from the station to the hotel and we were greeted by very lovely staff members who gave us really useful info on the hotel and the onsen’s within the village. The hotel comes with 9 onsen’s which you can book and get private use through ur the day (no need to book after certain times, you just enter and lock the door). The hotel is also part of a group that gives you access to 9 additional onsen’s through the village with their own healing properties. We were provided with out our Yakuta’s to wear in the hotel and around the village and given a great list of recommendations on where to eat and drink. The village was stunning with a great amount of history and character so we really enjoyed walking around it!
We mainly visited the area for the snow monkeys which was a nice hour long walk away through the hills, the hotel did also offer a shuttle up (I think that would be a paid one)
Rooms were more traditional (careful of your head if you’re tall like me) but was a really great experience along with the traditional Japanese breakfast which was delicious. They were also super helpful and accommodating of my partners gluten allegg egg y providing her with her own tailored breakfast which she also really enjoyed!
Fantastic experience would love to do it all again!
Jonathan
10,0
/ 10
One of the best stays I've ever had!!
Great service, great food, extremely friendly and helpful staff!!
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2200 Hirao, Nagano Prefecture, Shimotakai, Chubu, Japan, 381-0401
Main Facilities
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This accommodation offers:
Bicycle rental
Parking
Luggage storage
Laundry
Train station pickup
Karaoke
Multilingual staff
What's around Shibu Onsen KOKUYA
2200 Hirao, Nagano Prefecture, Shimotakai, Chubu, Japan, 381-0401
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Near Shibu
Location
Located in Yamanouchi (Hirao), Shibu Onsen KOKUYA is steps from Shibu and a 2-minute drive from Yudanaka Hot Spring. This spa ryokan is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Shiga Kogen Ski Area and 18.9 mi (30.4 km) from Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort.
Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Shibu - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Shibuyu Bridge - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Sake Storehouse and Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Onsen-ji Temple - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Heiwakannon - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Baio-ji Temple - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Yudanaka Hot Spring - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Nishimiya Shrine - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Minzoku Shiryokan Gosetsu No Yakata - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Shiga Kogen Romance Museum - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Yumiya Shrine - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Jigokudani Monkey Park - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Japan Clay Dolls Museum - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi
Kokugonji - 10.2 km / 6.3 mi
The preferred airport for Shibu Onsen KOKUYA is Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) - 103.2 km / 64.1 mi
Facilities
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including hot springs, karaoke, and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this ryokan include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Business Facilities
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge, and free valet parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite with Japanese cuisine at Tyoseian, one of the ryokan's 3 restaurants. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 19 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and minibars. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have slippers and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
All facilities in Shibu Onsen KOKUYA
Facility
- Bicycle rental
Entertainment Facility
Fitness Center
Common Space
Lobby
Accommodation Services
Transportation
- Limited parking
- Valet parking
- Bicycle rental
Things to Do
- Karaoke
- Spa
Food and Drinks
- Kaiseki meal
- Breakfast
Connectivity
- Free WiFi
General
- Smoking area
- Parking
Public Facilities
- Parking
- Safety deposit box
Shuttle Service
- Train station pickup
Hotel Services
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
- Concierge
Nearby Facilities
- Gift shop
- Shops
- Laundry
Accommodation Policy & General Information in Shibu Onsen KOKUYA
Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
General Check-in Instructions
- 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 bathing facility
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Pets
Pets Not Allowed
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General Information
Popular Facilities | |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 15:00 - 18:00 - to 10:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast |
Available rooms at Shibu Onsen KOKUYA | 19 |
Another facilities in Shibu Onsen KOKUYA | Limited parking, Valet parking, Bicycle rental, Karaoke, Spa |
Frequently asked question in Shibu Onsen KOKUYA
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Shibu Onsen KOKUYA?
The standard check-in time at Shibu Onsen KOKUYA is starting from 15:00 - 18:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
Does Shibu Onsen KOKUYA provide breakfast?
Yes, Shibu Onsen KOKUYA provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Shibu Onsen KOKUYA?
Shibu Onsen KOKUYA is a 3.0-star hotel.
How many rooms are available at Shibu Onsen KOKUYA?
Shibu Onsen KOKUYA has 19 rooms in total.
Does Shibu Onsen KOKUYA provide parking?
Yes, Shibu Onsen KOKUYA provides parking. Please confirm details directly with the hotel.
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9,4
Exceptional
From 132 reviews
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9,4
Room Comfort
8,8
Service and Facilites
9,6
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Matthew
with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Extremely friendly staff that were happy to show us through and explain the amenities in perfect English. The meals were beautiful visually and so tasty. Definitely recommend this onsen.
Matthew
with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
We were looking for a more traditional Japenese experience whilst also wanting to see the Snow Monkeys and this place did not disappoint!
Free shuttle from the station to the hotel and we were greeted by very lovely staff members who gave us really useful info on the hotel and the onsen’s within the village. The hotel comes with 9 onsen’s which you can book and get private use through ur the day (no need to book after certain times, you just enter and lock the door). The hotel is also part of a group that gives you access to 9 additional onsen’s through the village with their own healing properties. We were provided with out our Yakuta’s to wear in the hotel and around the village and given a great list of recommendations on where to eat and drink. The village was stunning with a great amount of history and character so we really enjoyed walking around it!
We mainly visited the area for the snow monkeys which was a nice hour long walk away through the hills, the hotel did also offer a shuttle up (I think that would be a paid one)
Rooms were more traditional (careful of your head if you’re tall like me) but was a really great experience along with the traditional Japanese breakfast which was delicious. They were also super helpful and accommodating of my partners gluten allegg egg y providing her with her own tailored breakfast which she also really enjoyed!
Fantastic experience would love to do it all again!
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Jonathan
Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
One of the best stays I've ever had!!
Great service, great food, extremely friendly and helpful staff!!
Mark
with Children
10,0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Absolutely wonderful stay for our small family of 3. I want to go back already!
Rodrigo
10,0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Beautiful location
Stephanie
with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
The team at Kokuya were excellent throughout our stay - kind, caring and personable, I cannot imagine staying at another Ryokan in the city of Yamaguchi. We are looking forward to seeing Sho-san and the team again very soon!
Elena
with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
I love everything about this place. The atmosphere, beautiful hot springs, very nice host. Checkout was smooth, food was delicious
Lee
8,0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Staff very helpful, nice to experience traditional style rooms and dining.
Tamara
Friends and family Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago
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What a spectacular place! The staff were very helpful and gracious, the room was lovely, the nine Onsen were all unique with different temperatures of water (the Onsen in town were very very hot, so this was especially nice to have), the food was delicious (they even prepared vegetarian for us!), my message was EXCELLENT. We took the shuttle to see the snow monkeys but walked the 20 minutes back in the sun. And had the special treat of seeing and playing a game with the charming and talented geisha of Shibu Onsen! We had a lovely two night stay.
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nova
Leisure Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 43 week(s) ago
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The private onsen in our room was highlight of our stay. Staff was the best, everyone were helpful and efficient. There is a free shuttle to the snow monkey park.
Diana
Leisure with Children
10,0
/10
Reviewed 45 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
A great experience. Staff was amazing and made sure our stay was perfect, from the room, meals, onsen and transport. We went with our kids and they said this was their favorite stay during our trip in Japan. Highly recommend.
Warren
Friends and family with Friends
10,0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Staff were out standing, very helpful. Love the 400 year old Ryokan - lots of steps. Perfect location.
Nadia
10,0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Staff was very helpful and welcoming.The orovate onsenwas superb
Hema
8,0
/10
Reviewed 51 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Great location with a historical past. Has 8 onsen on site and rooms have a private onsen. Lots of different ones try on addition to the 9 public baths. Not as personal as I thought
It would be given the generational handover Stayed 2 nights and wished I’d only preferred the set meal for one night to experience the night life outside the ryokan.
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Darcy
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 51 week(s) ago
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Staff were amazing, food was fantastic, onsen’s were magical. Can’t wait to go back!
Joseph
Leisure with Friends
10,0
/10
Reviewed 57 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Excellent service, friendly and helpful english speaking staff, an amazing facility with great baths, all in an incredible location. We would recommend anyone going to Yamanouchi and Shibu onsen stay at Kokuya
Jonathan
with Partner
8,0
/10
Reviewed 82 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Traditional Ryokan with many onsen baths. We had our own outdoor onsen which was nice but you could also use one of the other larger onsen by free reservation, these were great. Traditional Japanese meal for dinner which was lovely and very authentic feeling. Quite expensive.
Jodi
10,0
/10
Reviewed 85 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Amazing place! Loved the kaiseki and on site onsen experience
Lucy
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 86 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Absolutely loved our stay here, it was one of the highlights of our trip. The staff were very attentive and kind and helped us whenever we had a question. We loved the private onsen in our room as well as the option to use the other onsens on the property. The beds were very also one of the most comfortable throughout our entire trip. The dinner and breakfast meals were amazing. We would have loved to stay longer but it was outside of our budget. Thankyou for an amazing experience.
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Miriam
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 88 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Wow what an experience. The service was amazing. So glad we decided to spend a night here. The futton was comfortable and the onsen baths were so relaxing. One of the highlights of our trip.
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