The 10 best Japanese Pensions in Nagano Prefecture, Japan

May 8, 2023 Margarita Chappel

Discover the best Japanese Pensions in Nagano Prefecture, Koshinetsu, Chubu including Alpine Villa Nozawa, Chisun Inn Suwa Inter, Hotel Wellies, Hakuba Panorama Hotel, Regina Resort Karuizawa Mikageyousui, Koumi Reex Hotel, Satouno-Nukumori, Hakuba Pension Meteor, Sora Hotel Karuizawa Outlet, Hakuba Ski-kan.
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1. Alpine Villa Nozawa

6631 Toyosato, Nozawaonsen-mura, Shimotakai-gun 389-2502 Nagano Prefecture
Excellent
94%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 191 reviews

Alpine Villa Nozawa

Spacious Ski Lodge in a terrific location Absolutely magnificent sweeping views across the valley and Nozawa Onsen Resort. We completed a renovation recently to upgrade our facilities. We even installed a fireplace! The lodge has been Number 1 on Trip Advisor since we opened our doors almost 10 Years ago now Mainly due the the terrific team we have working with us We thank all our repeat guests for coming back year after year

Perfect place for a perfect ski holiday

Reviewed By 912sebl

We stayed at Villa Nozawa for close to 2 weeks in December 2020-January 2021. It was a fantastic stay - a perfect 2-week ski holiday. The rooms are both clean and cozy, and the common areas are very comfortable. The breakfast delicious, with both Japanese and Western food, all 'home cooked' with great care. The staff was extremely attentive and friendly. Finally, the villa is well located, as you walk to the slopes easily and are 50 meters away from one of Nozawa's best public onsen. A good place to choose!

2. Chisun Inn Suwa Inter

2935-2 Nakasu, Suwa 392-0015 Nagano Prefecture
Excellent
34%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 101 reviews

Chisun Inn Suwa Inter

【Clean and Reasonable】 ■HOTEL INFORMATION / check in 15:00, check out 10:00 ■SERVICES / Room cleaning service(every day), Break fast (ex charge) ■FACILITIES / 5 story building; total of 98 guest rooms, A restaurant (breakfast only), Parking(free of charge) ■INTERNET CONNECTIONS / Free Wi-Fi, internet access available.

Budget hotel with 'not so friendly' check-in times.

Reviewed By Hermann S

Unpleasant experience: Check in time is 3pm and they charge JPY 1,000 for each hour that you want to check in earlier. Pretty bad when you arrive late morning after a red-eye flight from overseas. Even worse: Check out time is 10am! And same game trying to charge some extra Cash for some hours extra. This is the most restrictive early checkin/late check out policy that I've ever experienced in any hotel worldwide. Clear decision: Sorry, but never again!

3. Hotel Wellies

2350-160 Nagakura, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun 389-0111 Nagano Prefecture
Excellent
88%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 124 reviews

Hotel Wellies

WELLIES is a unique small hotel only one hour from Tokyo in Karuizawa. Chris, the British owner offer gastro-pub style cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Most of our rooms have cool functional designs and funky British wallpaper. Spend time on the terrace or garden enjoying the natural surroundings (we are very popular with Birders in the winter), or have a drink at the bar with friends old and new. We are only 10 minutes drive from the JR Karuizawa (Shinkansen) , Outlet shopping, Prince ski resort and Kyu-Karuizawa old town. We are less than 5-minutes from Hoshino area (Harunire Terrace, Tombo No Yu hot spring, Stone Church, Seizon Art Museum and Blestoncourt wedding hotel). We are only 3 minutes drive from Naka-Karuizawa station. Convenient for birding. Eat with us or we can give advice on local restaurants and also the inside track on things to do and see in the area. We are about 7 minutes walk from Naka-Karuizawa station. The whole hotel is NO SMOKING inside.

良い季節での軽井沢ソロ旅は最高でした

Reviewed By vara77

年に一度は訪れていたイギリス旅行がコロナの影響でここ2年程訪れる機会を失っていたので、今回の軽井沢旅行では"イギリス”を身近に感じたくてこちらに滞在させて頂きました。ソロ旅でも温かく迎えてくださったオーナーやスタッフに感謝。特にオーナー手作りのお料理は本当に美味しく頂きました。こちらに滞在されるのであれば朝食だけでなく夕食も是非召し上がられることをお勧めします。 素敵な時間をありがとう。 Your homemade cooking was so delicious that remainded me of my staying in England.

4. Hakuba Panorama Hotel

3322-1 Hokujo, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun 399-9301 Nagano Prefecture
Excellent
74%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 66 reviews

Hakuba Panorama Hotel

There are not many hotels in Hakuba that tick all the boxes. We do! Located in the heart of town with walking access to many shops and restaurants, and a short walk to the main slopes of Hakuba’s main resort, Happo-one. Hot springs onsite Complimentary breakfast Stunning mountain views Free shuttles Hakuba Taproom, a wonderful restaurant with Japan’s best craft beer, and much much more!

Beautiful location and amazing restaurant.

Reviewed By ChrisNKoch

Did a super short one night vacation with my family and this place was great. I'm not into onsens, but it was nice to have it for my daughter and wife. They loved it. I loved the views in the morning. We came in on a rainy day, but the morning was incredible! The Hakuba valley area is gorgeous and the view from the room was nice to wake up to. As a previous Hilton and Marriott hotel staff, I was very happy to see the staff service on point. The front desk must have good communication with the kitchen staff because they knew I was coming, and my god the food was awesome. Even if I go back for a day trip to Hakuba, I'll hit up the Hakuba Taproom at the bottom of the hotel. The burgers were super satisfying, and the tacos were awesome. I only tried three of the beers they had (too full), but the beer selection was also good. Looks like craft beers from all over Japan. There's a patio area for eating and drinking, and there are activities mixed in. Convenient for my kids.

5. Regina Resort Karuizawa Mikageyousui

49-2 Oiwake, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun 389-0115 Nagano Prefecture
Excellent
33%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
6%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 33 reviews

Regina Resort Karuizawa Mikageyousui

6. Koumi Reex Hotel

5907 Toyosato, Komi-machi, Minamisaku-gun 384-1103 Nagano Prefecture
Excellent
22%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
7%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 95 reviews

Koumi Reex Hotel

Run Down

Reviewed By SandBTokyo

Unfortunately we were not very impressed with this hotel. They have a large property and huge potential, but the facilities are run down. I would not say the hotel is dirty, but it is old and worn out. The elevators smell bad. Service was friendly but super rigid. The place was not busy but they had all guests sitting around until the exact check-in time. Free coffee on the first day only. The rooms not so nice neither the restaurants, not bad just not so nice. Also, no safety box in the room. The onsen is a short walk from the hotel, but itself is small and not very clean feeling. The guests also come from the golf course and some are strange; one guy was using his mobile telephone in the onsen. The surrounding area is absolutely beautiful. Great fresh air and mountains. The hiking guide at the hotel was so friendly and helpful to give advice. Also, you can drive about 10 minutes to the main road to a supermarket, get food and enjoy eating outdoors somewhere. Lake Matsubara is a wonderful place. Staying at this hotel gives you nice options to enjoy the beautiful mountains of Nagano. The hotel itself is not so great.

7. Satouno-Nukumori

1323-283 Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun 389-0102 Nagano Prefecture
Excellent
13%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
37%
Poor
10%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 30 reviews

Satouno-Nukumori

From Karuizawa Station is a 10-minute walk. Is a 10-minute walk from the Kyu Karuizawa Ginza. Cheap, is the Sleep Over Pension.

Cozy with very friendly caretakers cum owners

Reviewed By llydzzi

Stayed in a single room with shared bath for a night. Lots of free amenities to take at the lobby. Free flow of water too. The shared bath and toilets are kept clean, so is the room. Location is superb, 15 mins walk to everything - JR station, Kumobaike Pond, Karuizawa Ginza and the Karuizawa Red Bus Stop at Tokyo Harvest Club. Although a 1min short walk through the woods to get to the hotel, it is very safe. Just switch on your phone touchlight if it gets dark. Will definitely stay here again.

8. Hakuba Pension Meteor

2937-730 Misorano, Hokujo, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun 399-9301 Nagano Prefecture
Excellent
47%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 30 reviews

Hakuba Pension Meteor

Tsetsu is amazing!!

Reviewed By philgaser1

We have stayed 4 times with Tsetsu at Meteor. On our first visit my son broke his wrist and Tsetsu was amazing at looking after us and ensuring my son got the necessary medical care. We have always been impressed with his extraordinary customer service and hospitality. This year we didn’t even consider alternatives when we decided to return to Hakuba. Unfortunately due to a misunderstanding the cottage we got was not suitable. No problem Tsetsu arranged alternative accomodation and took us there to view it and then gave us time to pack before driving us there. This guy is amazing and I can’t more highly recommend him to anyone staying in Hakuba - we will be back. Thanks Tsetsu ?

9. Sora Hotel Karuizawa Outlet

1398 Minami Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun 389-0113 Nagano Prefecture
Excellent
25%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
63%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 8 reviews

Sora Hotel Karuizawa Outlet

Easy access to karuizawa station.We accept dogs.You can enjoy Karuizawa all year round at our hotel.

10. Hakuba Ski-kan

5262 Hokujo, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun 399-9301 Nagano Prefecture
Excellent
89%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 56 reviews

Hakuba Ski-kan

Our hotel is Japanese style inn.I I would like you to enjoy the Japanese Culture. We 'd be happy to help you any time. Please make yourself at home. from owner Takako

The Best Hospitality You'll Find in Hakuba

Reviewed By TonyT1487

Hakuba Ski-kan is an absolute gem of a place to stay. Takako and her family were incredibly hospitable, the location is closely located to the ski slopes and restaurants, and the accommodation itself is very charming and culturally immersive. If you want a true Japanese experience in the heart of Hakuba, I highly recommend Hakuba Ski-kan. Thank you Takako, Kuni and the rest of the staff!

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