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Shimaya

2.5 star property
Ryokan with free parking, walk to Yudanaka Hot Spring

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401
  • Popular LocationYudanaka Hot Spring2 min walk
  • Popular LocationShibu4 min walk
  • Popular LocationJigokudani Monkey Park7 min drive
  • AirportMatsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto)80 min drive

Room options

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

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet

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

Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
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
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
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
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
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
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
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
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
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
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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About the area

Yamanouchi

Shimaya places you steps from Yudanaka Hot Spring and within a 15-minute stroll of Shiga Kogen Ski Area. Highlights at this ryokan include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free area shuttle. .This ryokan offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a terrace. Other amenities include karaoke and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily. There's also the convenience of free train pick-up service. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Yamanouchi ryokan include Jigokudani Monkey Park and Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort.

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
  • ラーメン徳味 - 9 min walk

About this property

Shimaya

Ryokan with free parking, walk to Yudanaka Hot Spring
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Shimaya offers its guests hot springs. An area shuttle, A train station pick-up shuttle and A train station drop-off shuttle are free. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and karaoke are also featured at Shimaya. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Yamanouchi ryokan.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Shimaya offers 12 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, slippers, bidets and toilets with an electronic bidet. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours a day. There are hot springs on site.

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 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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • 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 staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately JPY 1600 for adults and from JPY 1600 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Shimaya?

Shimaya offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Shimaya?

As of 17 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shimaya on 27 May 2024 start from AU$132.14, 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.

Is parking available at Shimaya?

Yep, Shimaya has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Shimaya?

No, there is no spa at this property. Shibu is a short 4-minute walk away.

Does Shimaya serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shimaya?

No, Shimaya does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shimaya?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Shimaya's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shimaya?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shimaya?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Shimaya Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 174 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff managing the hotel are warm & very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John-Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shimaya is a traditional inn with comfortable futons on tatami flooring. Nicely hot onsen, unique deep soaking bath in the room. Owners are lovely and it was extremely useful to be driven to the monkey park in time for it opening. That's a taxi fare of about 2000 yen so a generous honour provided by the owners. Great location

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean, and close to snow monkeys!! Owner was very hospitable, drove us to/from snow monkey park. Thank you for a very memorable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lilian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Robyn

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Although the room was spacious and parking was included, this was a very disappointing stay. The Onsen was dirty, the facility was extremely old and in need of an update. The breakfast was expensive for what you got. They did not restock breakfast, just not worth it. There is no elevator, the bedding is old and there are barely any restaurants around. We went to Goen restaurant - which was good… but also the only one open and nearby. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023