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Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori

Property class: 3.5

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A traditional Japanese-style building with a stone entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and a covered walkway.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and four chairs.
A wooden sign with Japanese characters and the English text "HOTEL OTOWA NISHIMORI" indicating the name of the hotel.
A room with tatami mat flooring, a bed, two chairs, a table, and a mirror.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with large windows.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$223
22 Oct - 23 Oct

Explore the area

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1323-980 Karuizawa, Karuizawa, Nagano, 389-0102
  • Place, Karuizawa New Art Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Karuizawa Ginza Street
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for High Deluxe Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

High Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with a neatly arranged dining table set for four, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A room with a dining table, two wicker chairs, a small round table, and a lamp.

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for High Deluxe Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

High Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Semi Suite Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bedside table, a lamp, and a small heater.

Semi Suite Room

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Bed

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A double bed with a floral patterned bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand with a phone and books, and a dark headboard.

Suite

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a carpeted floor.

Royal Suite

  • Garden view
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a desk, and a TV.

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for [Annex Building] Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a mirror, and a television.

[Annex Building] Superior Double Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for [Annex Building] Corner Wide Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

[Annex Building] Corner Wide Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for [Annex Building] Corner Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

[Annex Building] Corner Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for [Annex Building] Wide Twin Room

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a sofa, a small table, and a mirror.

[Annex Building] Wide Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for [Annex Building] Basic Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

[Annex Building] Basic Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for [Annex Building] Family Room Wide

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a mirror, and a nightstand with a lamp.

[Annex Building] Family Room Wide

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 3 Single Futons

View all photos for [Annex Building] Family Room

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a wooden desk, and a chair.

[Annex Building] Family Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 3 Single Futons

View all photos for Traditional Japanese Style Room

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and four chairs.

Traditional Japanese Style Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

About the area

Karuizawa

At Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Karuizawa New Art Museum and Old Karuizawa Ginza Street. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Restaurant KEIKI, serves French cuisine. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. English breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Kyukaruizawa hotel include Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza and Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort.

What's nearby

  • Karuizawa New Art Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Karuizawa Ginza Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kumoba Pond - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Karuizawa Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪ベーカリー&レストラン 沢村 旧軽井沢 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪軽井沢 川上庵 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪沢村ロースタリー 軽井沢 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪レストラン酢重正之 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Primo - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori

There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Karuizawa hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori offers 38 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary slippers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bidets, hairdryers and children's slippers. This Karuizawa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,850 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • OTOWA_TEI
  • Restaurant KEIKI

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Meals are not included in the room rate for children ages 5 and younger who are included in the reservation.
Dinner is served at this property's restaurant KEIKI from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (last order at 7:00 PM). Guests booked in Half Board rates must order by 7:00 PM to receive dinner.
A pick-up shuttle from the Karuizawa Station is available for weekdays at 3:30 PM, and 5:30 PM. A drop-off shuttle to the Karuizawa Station is available for weekdays at 10 AM, 11 AM, 3:10 PM, and 5:10 PM.

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 available for JPY 4400 per night.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately JPY 3850 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 4400 per night

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 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 smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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 and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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

Kyu Hotel Otowa No Mori
Kyu Karuizawa Otowa No Mori
Kyu Otowa No Mori
Kyu Karuizawa Otowa No Mori
Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori Hotel
Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori Karuizawa
Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori Hotel Karuizawa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori?

Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori?

As of 10 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori on 22 Oct 2026 start from AU$223, 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 Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori?

Yep, Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori has a free self car park.

Does Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori serve breakfast?

Sure does, English breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori?

No, Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 483 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 483 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 483 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 483 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 483 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very clean and cozy, and the breakfast is really good too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is very helpful and always warm welcome. The location is very good and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Everything was perfect. I’ll stay there again. Great breakfast as well
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grand hotel with spacious rooms. Excellent staff and lovely set breakfast overlooking the gardens. Good Italian restaurant on the corner a few minutes walk if you don’t choose to have their French Menu in the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great hotel! Clean comfortable rooms in a lovely setting, an easy walk to shops and restaurants. We especially appreciated the welcoming, friendly staff who spoke excellent English. The bar was cozy and featured amazing cocktails - the gin & tonic with "forest" syrup was my favorite (so much so that I bought a bottle of the syrup to bring home). Would absolutely recommend this hotel, and hope to visit again someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good choice in karuizawa
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel with friendly staff and beautiful facilities. Walkable to the main street. The only concern was no lift to second floor, lifting luggage up and down isn't easy especially when we have young children as well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Immersing in Showa retro atmosphere

The hotel is conveniently located at city center with restaurants and shops nearby. The room is spacious, tidy and clean. The building itself is in old Japan western style. It is an excellent choice to immerse myself in the Showa retro atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
😍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is just off the main road. The staff were very nice to me even though I don't speak Japanese. I ended up adding breakfast to my stay and chose the Japanese breakfast option which was unique, fun, and tasty. When I checked out they offered me a ride to the train station in a shuttle and it was much better than walking. The hotel seems a bit older which gives it some charm, adds to the feeling that you are in a mountain town getaway. The main shopping area is about a 10 min walk, the pond is about a 10 min walk and the train station is about a 15 min walk. There are many bar and restaurant choices in the area, and the hotel itself has two restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
森の中の洋風館が、しっとりとして静かな心地良く、旧軽銀座や雲場池まで散歩するにはちょうど手ごろな距離で、のんびり過ごすには
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
一泊の旅でしたが、部屋は清潔で快適に過ごせました。 晩ご飯を食べた後にバーも利用しました。カクテルはとても美味しかったです。 何よりも朝食は大満足です。 また利用したいと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
スタッフの方々の笑顔での且つ自然な対応でリラックスした滞在が出来ました。 食事は外でしましたが、それも含めて軽井沢らしさを堪能する旅が出来ました。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
軽井沢ハーフマラソンの前泊でした。素泊まりで食事は不明ですが、部屋も接客も行き届いています。今度、軽井沢に行く際には食事付きで宿泊したいと思わせてくれます。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
居心地の良いホテル
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
可愛らしい造りのホテルで、中庭も新緑で綺麗でした。朝食はフレンチトーストを頼みましたが、大変美味しかったです。スタッフも丁寧な対応でした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
朝食は良かった。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
静かで緑に囲まれて気持ちの良い滞在ができました。スタッフも気配りがあって助かりました。また滞在します。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
エレベーターが無いのはお年寄りにはキツいかも。後は完璧です。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

客室は非常に綺麗で、水回りが綺麗で嬉しかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
受付の方達もレストランの皆さんも本当に丁寧で痒いところに手の届くおもてなしをしてくださいました。ありがとうございます。また伺いたいです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
クラシカルな雰囲気漂うこぢんまりしたホテルで可愛く、細部までこだわりが感じられる空間で心ときぼぐれる素敵な時間を過ごすことができました。 スタッフさんはどなたも明るく出迎えて下さり、気持ち良かったです。 またぜひ利用したいと思います。ありがとうございました！
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026