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Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Traditional Japanese Style Room
Lobby
Exterior
Courtyard

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$194
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Explore the area

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1323-980 Karuizawa, Karuizawa, Nagano, 389-0102
  • Place, Old Karuizawa Ginza Street
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

High Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

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

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High Deluxe Twin Room

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

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Semi Suite Room

Semi Suite Room

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

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Suite

Suite

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

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Royal Suite

Royal Suite

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

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Triple Room

Triple Room

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

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[Annex Building] Superior Double Room

[Annex Building] Superior Double Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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[Annex Building] Corner Wide Twin Room

[Annex Building] Corner Wide Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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[Annex Building] Corner Twin Room

[Annex Building] Corner Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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[Annex Building] Wide Twin Room

[Annex Building] Wide Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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[Annex Building] Basic Twin Room

[Annex Building] Basic Twin Room

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

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[Annex Building] Family Room Wide

[Annex Building] Family Room Wide

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

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[Annex Building] Family Room

[Annex Building] Family Room

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

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Traditional Japanese Style Room

Traditional Japanese Style Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room A

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Free WiFi

Suite Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Free WiFi

Royal Suite Room

  • Sleeps 3

Twin Room-Annex

  • Sleeps 2

Annex Standard Twin Room With Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 3

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
  • Kumoba Pond - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Karuizawa Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪沢村ロースタリー 軽井沢 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Atelier de Fromage 軽井沢チーズスイーツの店 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪いろどりDining 彩-S･A･I- - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪à table - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪軽井沢チョコレート館 - ‬7 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 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 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori on 6 Apr 2026 start from AU$194, 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. 275 out of 450 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 450 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 450 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 450 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 450 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sanae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Ming

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

10/10 Excellent

Jian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Emiko

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

gami

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
接客が素晴らしく。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with family and small children
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.

10/10 Excellent

Max

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

10/10 Excellent

???

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
家族で泊まって、快適でした。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable!

So comfortable, cozy and clean in the room. Dinner was beautiful and great. Nice and comfortable hospitality by staff. Will re-visit at next time:)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sachi

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

Great for our young family!

We were looking for a relaxing family get-away to escape the heat of Tokyo in August, and that's exactly what we got. Hotel Otowa no Mori is beautiful, is very conveniently located (while also being quiet and a bit removed from the crowds), and the staff was so helpful in arranging whatever we needed (taxis, dinner reservations, etc.).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, very good service. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
😃
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

中庭もいい感じ

軽井沢情緒あふれるレトロなホテル、おもてなしも最高でした！
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

cheryl

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

Nice older style hotel

Nice older style hotel, rooms somewhat dated but comfortable and very clean. Staff are great and accommodating. I would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

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

European-feel Hotel in Kyu Karuizawa

Hotel is a short distance (about 10-15min walk) from the station, and in a pretty quiet part of Karuizawa mid-point between the station and the Kyu Karuizawa shopping. The hotel has two stories and no lift, but the staff were very helpful in getting our luggage to the second floor, and with most queries in general. Room is of a decent size for the area, and the hotel in general is very charming and furnished with a classic European feel. Everything was clean and comfortable, would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Very Cute Hotel In Great Location

To quote my friend as we were pulling into the hotel, "This is so f**king cute!" It was cute indeed. Hotel staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The rooms were comfortable. I highly recommend this hotel. The main downtown area of Karuizawa can be reached by a short 10 minute walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Wai Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming hotel set in beautiful forest like surrounds. It is also within walking distance to Kyu Karuizawa. We would stay there again. Th
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018