"The staff were extremely gracious and hospitable. All guests should probably read up on the norms of a Royakan before staying here with dinner and breakfast included and very specific slippers for specific events. This location was very accommodating of our special meal request as vegetarians."
"Excellent Ryokan. Breakfast and late night sake tasting included free. Very short walk to excellent local restaurants and train station. Very easy to access for tourists"
"The manager (owner?) and his wife were incredibly welcoming and pleasant. They take great pride in their hotel and it shows in every aspect of our stay. "
"Friendly staff, we arrived very late on the first night, they arranged snow mobile to pick us from the carpark and checked us in quickly. The outdoor private hot tub is just what you need after a day of skiing! "
"Location is good, opposite is the ski resort, which has good snow. Overall room was well maintained, public Onsen was nice too. However we came during early ski season, there is barely any restaurants opens. Hotel cafe food is a bit expensive, and not much choice (mainly western). If plan to stay may order half board instead, or tell hotel staff to reserve dinner before 10am"
"We had a wonderful stay at this ryokan. The staff were amazing and treated us very special. We also enjoyed a fantastic multi course dinner and a full breakfast while we were there… both excellent "
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Top Kokugonji Hotel Reviews
Hotel Metropolitan Nagano
10/10 Excellent
"Great stay with friendly staff and a wonderful breakfast! Thank you!"
"The staff was friendly.
Upon arrival the guest gets a yukata and a key to 9 public thermal springs around the town, where he may bath freely. Note that they are extremely hot. The staff also offers a free ride to the Snow Monkey Park or Yudanaka Station in the morning."
"We had a fantastic stay at Shibu Hotel. The staff were so kind and welcoming. They made us feel so special throughout our stay. The Kaiseki dinner was such an experience. The room was very nice, clean and had nice decor. I would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Shibu Onsen. "
"This hotel is a beautiful ryokan and onsen. We stayed 2 nights and really enjoyed it. We ate breakfast and dinner at the ryokan and really enjoyed the food - meals are 7 courses and food quality is top notch. We would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in Yudanaka. They have a private onsen which we also booked so my husband and I could use the onsen together. "
"The servuce was 1st class from the first moment till the end. This was a highlight to our monthlong trip. Such pride in proving excellent everything. The half board option is so worth it. What a missed opportunity if you don't. The owner is so nice and lovely. She will greet you and make you feel at home."
"Plenty of parking lot. Very nice female staff member who spoke some English and provided a Yukata for our 6 year old. Large, excellent room with amazing views. Value for money. Green tea provided. Had mostly private onsen experience ie hardly anyone around for both the outdoor and indoor onsen when we visited in early April 2025. Only few minutes drive from Snow monkey carpark. Of the 9 places we stayed in Japan, was our favourite."
You can take time to visit Yudanaka Hot Spring during your travels to Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area, or seek out the ski slopes.
Learn about the local history of Yudanaka Shibu Onsen with a stop at Heiwakannon. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
You can take time to visit Shibu during your travels to Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Amble within the natural setting or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.
Explore the great outdoors at Kijimadairayamabikonooka Park, a lovely green space in Kijimadaira. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area.
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Japan Clay Dolls Museum in Nakano. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area.
Kokugonji is located in a culturally rich area of Nakano that travelers like for its hot springs and skiing. You'll find 61 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Kokugonji?
Hotel Route-Inn Nakano is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Kokugonji. Other good choices within a few miles include Hotel Tsubakino and Hotel Omodaka.
How many hotels are there near Kokugonji?
Expedia has 61 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Kokugonji.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kokugonji, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Kokugonji.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kokugonji?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Mayumi Takahashi Doll Museum and Japan Clay Dolls Museum. Sights like Shojuan and Heiwakannon highlight some of the local culture. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Kijimadairayamabikonooka Park and Joyama Park.
