Top Hotels in Kamikochi
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Kamikochi Hotels | Places to Stay in Kamikochi
Discover the best hotels in Kamikochi, Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Koshinetsu, Chubu including Kamikochi Imperial Hotel, Kamikochi Hotel Shirakabaso, Kamikochi Nishi-ito-ya Mountain Lodge, Kamikochi Lemeiesta Hotel, Nakanoyu Onsen Ryokan, Kamikochi Taishoike Hotel, Kamikouchi Onsen Hotel, The Parklodge Kamikochi, Kamikochi Alpen Hotel, Kamikochi Myojinkan.
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1. Kamikochi Imperial Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 281 reviews
Hotel
The Classic
Reviewed By Noriko717It's an Imperial Hotel but this one is more down to earth than the main quarter in Tokyo. What should be highlighted is not just the red roof that stands out from afar, but its service. All the staffs I met were kind, friendly and courteous and they were very well trained. The food was excellent. We chose Japanese cuisine for dinner even though the French was their expertise, and they did not disappoint us at all. We got a room with balcony that has a wonderful view of Hodaka. Breakfast is served at the table. Very comfortable and hope to come back soon.
2. Kamikochi Hotel Shirakabaso
Overall Ratings
4 based on 136 reviews
Kamikochi Heights is one of the most scenic mountains of Japan. Our hotel is by the famous bridge, Kappabashi, surrounded by stunning natural beauty. Sit back and enjoy Western style cuisin.
Wonderful views of the Japanese Alps
Reviewed By tribecatravlerWe visited Kamikochi in late May and were delighted to find this hotel was open. I believe it was the only hotel open at the time, given COVID and recent earthquakes. We had a comfortable room with an amazing view of the Japanese Alps. Just like on their website. For dinner we chose the Japanese course, which was fine. The service was excellent. I think this hotel might have the best mountain views of any of the hotels in Kamikochi. The outside porch is amazing. I believe there might have only been one or two other rooms taken when we were there and we were appreciative of the efforts made to make us comfortable.
3. Kamikochi Nishi-ito-ya Mountain Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 179 reviews
Welcome to Kamikochi Nishi-ito-ya Mountain Lodge, your Matsumoto “home away from home.” Kamikochi Nishi-ito-ya Mountain Lodge aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Matsumoto, Kamikochi Nishi-ito-ya Mountain Lodge is located a short distance from Hodaka Shrine Okumiya (1.6 mi) and Myojin Bridge (1.7 mi). Rooms at Kamikochi Nishi-ito-ya Mountain Lodge offer air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi. A hot tub and an on-site restaurant will also help to make your stay even more special. If you're looking for a place to eat, Five Horn Kamikochi (0.1 mi), Grindelwald (0.6 mi), and The Gosenjaku (0.1 mi) are all within walking distance of Kamikochi Nishi-ito-ya Mountain Lodge. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Kappa Bashi (0.1 mi), Tashiro Bridge (0.7 mi), and Tashiro Shitsugen (0.7 mi), which are some popular Matsumoto attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the ryokan. Kamikochi Nishi-ito-ya Mountain Lodge puts the best of Matsumoto at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Vegetarians/Vegans: LOOK NO FURTHER - This place is amazing!
Reviewed By gcincinnatiIt's not just about the food. It's the ENTIRE PACKAGE. I cannot recommend this place strongly enough. We have lived in Japan for seven years: we are from the US and UK, speak English and some Japanese, have tattoos, and are vegetarians. It is HARD to find places that can accommodate our dietary needs AND allow us to use the public baths. All of the pluses for us: It appears to be family-owned. They speak ENGLISH, and well. They provided SUPERIOR omotenashi (customer service). They can accommodate vegetarians AND vegans. Oh, you have tattoos? It's cool; you can still use the public bath. It's located right along the river, and you can choose to have a river or mountain view (the backside), and both are excellent. The bedding was amazing. The bath was great, clean, with good shampoo and conditioner, and provided hair dryers. It's a mountain lodge. It's all old-wood and exposed beams in the public areas. It's gorgeous. The cafe near the entrance is excellent! Gifts and great drinks and snacks right there! * When I say 'omotenashi,' I mean Japan's brand of customer service. Most of the ryokan we have visited in the country have gone above and beyond what we were used to in our home countries in general. But the major thing that stuck with this lodge was the phone help. I'm a pretty obnoxious prospective guest. I have a ton of questions, and although I can get most of them out in Japanese, it's important to me that the place speaks at least a little English if there are any issues. Besides being happy to speak with me in English on all three occasions that I called them, the owner helped me work out how to take advantage of the Go To Travel discount. He didn't have to do that. The owner gave me specific instructions on where to go on their website to get the discount. Because of him, we got a stellar room with an excellent view (33!). Otherwise, we would have got a budget room on the English-language site since that's all that was being offered there. The food was the best we've had in our time traveling around the country. It was as if there was an actual team of vegetarians in the kitchen, making spectacular, diverse, and creative meals for us specifically. It was all so good. The location is right across the bridge from the bus terminal, a 7-minute walk once you step off the bus (cars aren't allowed in Kamikochi). You are right in the middle of all of the trails - 3.5 km to each end of the area. You can walk left one day and walk right the next. It's all walkable. The sound of the river definitely put us to sleep each night, and the bedding was fine. We were extremely comfortable over the two nights/3 days we were there.
4. Kamikochi Lemeiesta Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Kamikochi Lemeiesta Hotel is locateed in the magnificent beauty of Kamikochi in the Northern Alps in Nagano. Every room in Kamikochi Lemeiesta Hotel offers a view of the sparkling beauty of the Azusa river. Kamikochi Lemeiesta Hotel also offers a real ONSEN experience, as it is one of two Natural ONSENS in Kamikochi.
Excellent Hotel in Kamikochi
Reviewed By SandBTokyoI give this hotel an "Excellent" simply because we loved it. If you are in Kamikochi and you stay here I hope you love it too. I recommend that you get off the bus at the Imperial Hotel and walk to the hotel from there. It is much closer than the main bus station. The hotel is right in front of the river and is surrounded by nature. It is not a high traffic tourist spot. Amazing place. The day we arrive it was raining and cold. The hotel offer ponchos, umbrellas, etc...hot drinks and snacks in the lounge almost all day. We arrive at about 10:00 to drop our bags and did a pre check-in (check in time was 14:00), but we came back at 13:00 since it was cold and raining and my wife and 8 year old did not want to walk anymore. However our room was ready so we settled in and loved it. The room was a corner so it was bright, and we had a view of the river and a tree with birds in it. Great. The onsen opened at 15:00 and felt great. It has an inside and outside bath. Not big but just felt perfect. Everything was very clean and well maintained. Dinner and breakfast buffet were just great. My daughter has allergies and her food was perfect. The service was always friendly and excellent. Night time stars were amazing. Kamikochi is beautiful. Great hotel in Kamikochi.
5. Nakanoyu Onsen Ryokan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 114 reviews
See why so many travelers make Nakanoyu Onsen Ryokan their onsen ryokan of choice when visiting Matsumoto. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Matsumoto, Nakanoyu Onsen Ryokan is located a short distance from Tashiro Shitsugen (2.9 mi) and Tashiro Bridge (3.0 mi). Guest rooms offer air conditioning. In addition, guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Ichinose Meadow, which is a popular garden amongst tourists. At Nakanoyu Onsen Ryokan, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Matsumoto.
Decent ryokan in a great setting
Reviewed By railtripper333Stayed two nights here in late February, there seemed to be many guests staying for snowshoe trekking (through the Kama tunnel and beyond) We didn’t come with the right type of boots, so we missed out. Coming by car, we were helpfully advised in advance to hire a 4WD, as the mountain pass (Abō Pass - closed in winter to all but hotel guests and staff) from the main road can get icy. The setting high in the mountains is fabulous. The big windows in the lobby has a fantastic view on a clear day. Our twin room was a lot smaller than we’re used to in a ryokan, but the view of the mountains made up for it. No en-suite shower or bath, but the onsens downstairs were very adequate. I loved the bird feeder next to one of the outside baths - birdwatching and bathing, what joy! (On the downside, the outside onsen wasn’t quite hot enough for me in February on a snowy day). Overall, a good mid-range ryokan catering for hikers and mountain lovers, with decent facilities, meals, and a great view.
6. Kamikochi Taishoike Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 65 reviews
Looking for a place to stay in Matsumoto? Then look no further than Kamikochi Taishoike Hotel, a charming hotel that brings the best of Matsumoto to your doorstep. As your “home away from home,” the hotel rooms offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator, and getting online is easy, with free internet access available. Guests have access to shops, baggage storage, and a coffee shop while staying at Kamikochi Taishoike Hotel. In addition, Kamikochi Taishoike Hotel offers a hot tub and an on-site restaurant, which will help make your Matsumoto trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. While staying at Kamikochi Taishoike Hotel, visitors can check out Weston Relief (1.4 mi) and Kappa Bashi (1.7 mi), some of Matsumoto's top attractions. Travelers looking for a place to eat close to Kamikochi Taishoike Hotel can head to Grindelwald (1.1 mi) or Dining Room (1.1 mi), all of which are within walking distance. Should time allow, Tashiro Bridge and Tashiro Shitsugen are some popular attractions that are within walking distance. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Kamikochi Taishoike Hotel as you experience everything Matsumoto has to offer.
Tranquil Parkside Resort
Reviewed By RandomMistakesMy wife and I spent 2-3 days here over the summer. While getting here on public transport is definitely a journey and a headache, once you're here, this is an amazing, relaxing, serene place to stay for a weekend. The hotel is a bit older, but there are very few options if you want to stay close to the park, and this resort is a great choice. It's right next to a bus stop heading to and from the park, situated right along the river/pond, and it has a great walking trail if you'd prefer leaving early and hiking alone on the beautiful trail. The hotel was comfortable and the staff was friendly. The large dinner meals they included in the price were very filling, but definitely more "authentic" then we were expecting. We love most Japanese dishes, but the lake fish "char" was a bit too much for us. Oh well, there was plenty more to eat! We purchased the Standard Twin Room, but we made sure that it was facing the Taisho Pond. We had some rain, so it was great to be able to sit in the room with the window open and comfortably watch the rains roll by. If we had planned the trip during perfect weather, the Mountain side would be fine for a discount, since we wouldn't have been in the room as much. We never actually used the Onsen spa, since they have separate rooms for men and women and we wanted to enjoy it together. We spent most of our time hiking and relaxing outdoors anyway.
7. Kamikouchi Onsen Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 61 reviews
See why so many travelers make Kamikochi Onsen Hotel their onsen hotel of choice when visiting Matsumoto. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a charming setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a desk, and guests can go online with internet access offered by the onsen hotel. Kamikochi Onsen Hotel features a coffee shop and shops, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts a hot tub and an on-site restaurant. If you are driving to Kamikochi Onsen Hotel, parking is available. While staying at Kamikochi Onsen Hotel, visitors can check out Tashiro Shitsugen (0.4 mi) and Hodaka Shrine Okumiya (2.2 mi), some of Matsumoto's top attractions. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the nearby restaurants, including Five Horn Kamikochi (0.7 mi), Grindelwald (0.3 mi), and Dining Room (0.3 mi), all of which are within walking distance from Kamikochi Onsen Hotel. Should time allow, Kappa Bashi, Tashiro Bridge, and Weston Relief are some popular attractions that are within walking distance. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Kamikochi Onsen Hotel as you experience all of the things Matsumoto has to offer.
Serviceable for a trip to Kamikochi, memorable for its retro offerings
Reviewed By ijayneWhile the stay here was nice, it wasn't up what we necessarily expected for the price we had to pay. The price was worth three nights what we had paid for a better ryokan in Takayama, so this was a bit of a letdown. That being said, I believe the price is really about supply and demand, and the number of hotels within Kamikochi are quite dismal - due to the uniqueness of the park. Anyway, the hotel is conveniently located 4 minutes away from the bus stop. You traverse a little wooded area, cross two bridges over small streams and you stop right in front of the hotel. Right in front of the hotel is the Asuza River, which you can experience thanks to the benches and tables set by the riverside by the hotel. We sat there in the day and had multiple monkeys curiously sit by us, and at night, when the lights are all turned off, you sit in darkness, the milky way overhead (best spotted through a long-exposure camera shot) and the sound of the mountains and river surrounding you. It's terrifyingly beautiful. The stars are truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We were here towards the end of summer, it was supposed to be a blazing 30degC elsewhere but up in Kamikochi, surrounded by mountain peaks, it was a cool 23 to 25degc. Lovely and brisk. From this hotel, you had a 20min trek to the famous Kappa bridge on the left and a 40min trek to Taisho pond on the right. You basically get the best of Kamikochi from this convenient location. The hotel is designed really as a stopover for Japanese travellers who want to experience the beauty of Kamikochi. So it's quite frill-free. The guests are also mostly locals, elderly locals to be exact. By 9pm, all lights are off cause they are all asleep. In fact, you'll find that there'll be no staff at the front desk either. Just after dinner, we hopped down to the lobby for an evening stroll outside when we saw that they had all gathered for a slide show of pictures of Kamikochi. Everyone sat gathered in their yukatas watching this old man use his 80s-chic slideshow projector. I was blown away by the retro-ness of it all. We opted for the Japanese-style rooms, and it was properly traditional. Paper sliding doors, tatami mats and futons for the night. Everything was well kept, but old. As was the onsen that had both indoor and outdoor options. (Remember, you are not allowed to bathe here if you have a tattoo!) The food offerings were disappointing. The dinner spread was interesting but flavour-wise, average. In fact, we were left feel a little disatisfed after dinner cause it was just so...meh. Breakfast was a buffet with mostly traditional Japanese offerings and a handful of continental choices (sausages, croissants, ham etc). But that was decidely better and tastier. We particuarly enjoyed the savoury roasted vegetables. Would we stay here again, probably not. Was it memorable? Yes.
8. The Parklodge Kamikochi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Great option in Kamikochi
Reviewed By travelmomABCStayed 1 night here to have more time to enjoy Kamikochi. Setting was perfect, right at Kappabashi bridge, a short walk from the bus terminal. Our Japanese style tatami room was clean and comfortable. Fantastic buffet dinner and breakfast included in the rate. The shared Japanese style bath did not get too crowded during our stay. However I did not get a restful sleep since we could hear the continuous sound of howling wind throughout the night. We visited in July, and not sure if we came at a particularly windy time.
9. Kamikochi Alpen Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 50 reviews
Great location plus Shiatsu massage after day hikes ハイキングの後の至極指圧マッサージ
Reviewed By momoshinocyanLocated 5 minutes from the bas station at Kamikochi. I stayed the room with two beds and tatami place attached. It was large enough for 3 of us. 2 can sleep in bed and 1 in the tatami part. We all did their Shiatsu massage after 5-hour hike to Tokuzawa and the therapist Kusanagi-san was amazing. 二泊して徳沢と早朝の大正池へのハイキングへの拠点としました。和洋室は寝心地の良いベッドふたつと和室部分にふとんで三人で快適に泊まれました。食事も朝夕共にバイキングではなく、落ち着いて席でいただける席でのスタイルで美味しくサービスも良かったです。ハイキング後には、山々が見えるお風呂と「やってもらわないと損だよ！」と友人二人が絶賛した指圧マッサージもしていただきました。
10. Kamikochi Myojinkan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Here and Kamikochi gracious deity are a sacred place at the location of the Kamikochi first. Please don't cross Kappa-bashi bigger bridge from Kamikochi bus terminal. 3 KM of plain hike for about about 50 minutes is needed. Please come by a backpacking. Further, I'll worry, so would you arrive at around 4 o'clock p.m. The basic equipment amenity is even. We also have shampoo and hair conditioner in Hotakadake view bathroom. Even female trip alone can be relieved. When there is a lot of baggage absolutely at a foreign way. There is also baggage keeping at Kamikochi bus terminal. When leaving it by 16:30 afternoon, you can keep it until the next day. The mountains which sparkles with the morning sun in early morning and a morning fog in a pond. and twitter of a little bird are the feature. Of course, there are only great outdoors here. All charges will be a cash disbursement of Japanese yen. This is a cottage. Cheap dormitory sharing a room is also besides the general Japanese-style room.
Kamikochi 7-8 Nov 2019
Reviewed By surakit999Cold and very beautiful , in the morning is -3 degree , day time is ok with sunshine. I went there and stay 1 night, leave from there by bus on 10.40 to connect train to Matsumoto and then head back to tokyo
