"The food is delicious and very varied. And the onsen bath was fantastic. They have access to a spring that makes your skin feel soft like cotton.
Truly a lovely experience"
"The food is delicious and very varied. And the onsen bath was fantastic. They have access to a spring that makes your skin feel soft like cotton.
Truly a lovely experience"
"Great place to stay. Staff was very helpful and kind. Rooms are nice, it has very convenient facilities for skiers, and great breakfast. Location is excellent, just 100 mts to the ski resort. "
"Great place to stay. Staff was very helpful and kind. Rooms are nice, it has very convenient facilities for skiers, and great breakfast. Location is excellent, just 100 mts to the ski resort. "
"Horrible accommodation. Booked a non smoking room and received a smoking room. When we requested a room change, we were told that only smoking rooms were left. The alarm clock in the room rang at 4am in the morning. Don't stay here."
"Horrible accommodation. Booked a non smoking room and received a smoking room. When we requested a room change, we were told that only smoking rooms were left. The alarm clock in the room rang at 4am in the morning. Don't stay here."
"Dream Central is in a great location. The staff were incredibly helpful and it had the feeling of a nice hostel since our room used the shared washroom. Overall a great experience and we would stay here again"
"Dream Central is in a great location. The staff were incredibly helpful and it had the feeling of a nice hostel since our room used the shared washroom. Overall a great experience and we would stay here again"
"Great resort for an all inclusive ski trip. Hotel is great- amazing food and facilities- especially the onsen and library space that had so many great book to look through on down day. "
"Great resort for an all inclusive ski trip. Hotel is great- amazing food and facilities- especially the onsen and library space that had so many great book to look through on down day. "
"Overall great experience with the hotel, breakfast was excellent, good variety, staff was helpful with great suggestions of things to see and do, room was clean and well stocked. We would stay here again."
"Overall great experience with the hotel, breakfast was excellent, good variety, staff was helpful with great suggestions of things to see and do, room was clean and well stocked. We would stay here again."
"Staffs were very friendly and helpful, room is very clean. It’s isolated from the village so you’d better prepare your food for night or order buffet"
"Staffs were very friendly and helpful, room is very clean. It’s isolated from the village so you’d better prepare your food for night or order buffet"
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You'll enjoy the museums and ski areas in Madarao Mountain Resort. You might want to make time for a stop at Madarao Kogen Ski Resort or Tangram Ski Circus.
While Shizuma might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Madarao Kogen Ski Resort and Tangram Ski Circus.
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Hit the slopes in Madarao Mountain Resort with a visit to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
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You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Madarao Kogen Picture Book Art Museum during your travels in Iiyama. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Ski pristine powder at Madarao Mountain Resort, then warm up in the natural hot springs of Shibu Onsen nearby. Explore the Mayumi Takahashi Museum of Doll Art or trek through snow-covered forests on guided snowshoe tours in winter.
The best thing about this place is its location, very close to the Nagasaka gondola lift and main ticket office. I also like the fact that I could rent my ski equipment right from the hotel, and stow the rentals onsite at a designated area. Every morning after eating breakfast at the lodge, I put on the gears and just needed to walk 5 minutes to get to the lift and hit the slope. The hotel is a family run business, probably from owner’s own house but it has everything a skier could hope for -...
The best thing about this place is its location, very close to the Nagasaka gondola lift and main ticket office. I also like the fact that I could rent my ski equipment right from the hotel, and stow the rentals onsite at a designated area. Every morning after eating breakfast at the lodge, I put on the gears and just needed to walk 5 minutes to get to the lift and hit the slope. The hotel is a family run business, probably from owner’s own house but it has everything a skier could hope for -...
The room was spotless and comfortable. The staff was amazing! Very. Courteous and helpful the moment you arrive. The station is a within walking distance which is helpful if in a rush.
The room was spotless and comfortable. The staff was amazing! Very. Courteous and helpful the moment you arrive. The station is a within walking distance which is helpful if in a rush.
Saul
Reviewed February 17, 2026Reviewed February 17, 2026
This was a very nice experience for me and my family. The hotel itself is very nice, but the best part is the service provided by the staff. Extremely courteous and they provided for all our requests. It's in a very nice location with 9 onsens (hot spings) within walking distance. As long as you stay in a hotel in town, you get a free key to access all of them. The hotel provides you with a Onsen outfit that we found very fun to walk around in (like a kimono with jacket and wooden sandels)....
This was a very nice experience for me and my family. The hotel itself is very nice, but the best part is the service provided by the staff. Extremely courteous and they provided for all our requests. It's in a very nice location with 9 onsens (hot spings) within walking distance. As long as you stay in a hotel in town, you get a free key to access all of them. The hotel provides you with a Onsen outfit that we found very fun to walk around in (like a kimono with jacket and wooden sandels)....
Glenn
Reviewed January 16, 2017Reviewed January 16, 2017
An unforgettable experience with my son who is 9 we enjoyed the private onsen with 2 separate baths we bathed under the stars which was perfect. The staff was incredibly accommodating attentive and so SWEET , the Japanese chocolate covered pecans are dreamy definitely grab a box or 2!
An unforgettable experience with my son who is 9 we enjoyed the private onsen with 2 separate baths we bathed under the stars which was perfect. The staff was incredibly accommodating attentive and so SWEET , the Japanese chocolate covered pecans are dreamy definitely grab a box or 2!
Victoria
Reviewed February 15, 2024Reviewed February 15, 2024
We really enjoyed our stay at this family run ryokan. Staff was friendly and helpful and the room was spacious and clean. Food was excellent and had a very warm, home cooked meal vibe. Access to town was good and easy and skiing conditions were top notch!
We really enjoyed our stay at this family run ryokan. Staff was friendly and helpful and the room was spacious and clean. Food was excellent and had a very warm, home cooked meal vibe. Access to town was good and easy and skiing conditions were top notch!
All around incredible stay. Located on the Onsen road, with access to two public baths outside of the hotel, two very well equipped Onsen within the hotel, and the option to reserve a private Onsen as well. Not listed on when booking, but the hotel picked us up from the train station, as well as runs a free shuttle once every morning (940am) to the monkey park. Really nice touch that they should publicize more broadly. Highly recommend getting breakfast and dinner included. Highlight of the...
All around incredible stay. Located on the Onsen road, with access to two public baths outside of the hotel, two very well equipped Onsen within the hotel, and the option to reserve a private Onsen as well. Not listed on when booking, but the hotel picked us up from the train station, as well as runs a free shuttle once every morning (940am) to the monkey park. Really nice touch that they should publicize more broadly. Highly recommend getting breakfast and dinner included. Highlight of the...
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.
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.
Hannah
Reviewed December 14, 2023Reviewed December 14, 2023
Very unique traditional onsen experience! Staff were very kind and helpful. Only stayed on night but it was perfect, very close to Yudanaka train station and Snow Monkey Park bus station, and only a mile walk from Shibu Hot Springs! Thank you very much.
Very unique traditional onsen experience! Staff were very kind and helpful. Only stayed on night but it was perfect, very close to Yudanaka train station and Snow Monkey Park bus station, and only a mile walk from Shibu Hot Springs! Thank you very much.
This was the last place we stayed during our honeymoon trip to Korea and Japan — we had the "Japanese Style with Open Air Bath B (Take)" room which was massive and featured an outdoor bathing area with piped in hot spring water. We had an amazing host who explained everything about the room, a spectacular dinner was included, and overall a really magical evening. Definitely worth the cost. Still thinking about our time there...
This was the last place we stayed during our honeymoon trip to Korea and Japan — we had the "Japanese Style with Open Air Bath B (Take)" room which was massive and featured an outdoor bathing area with piped in hot spring water. We had an amazing host who explained everything about the room, a spectacular dinner was included, and overall a really magical evening. Definitely worth the cost. Still thinking about our time there...
Matt
Reviewed November 21, 2016Reviewed November 21, 2016
Beautiful surroundings, and right next to the path that leads to the monkey park. We very much enjoyed the kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast. They were happy to explain what everything was and how to eat it, since a number of the dishes were unfamiliar to us (in particular with the breakfast). The public onsen is nice, and in addition to the indoor pool, has a small but pretty outdoor area. The staff anticipate everything, and somehow manage to be extremely helpful while leaving you on your...
Beautiful surroundings, and right next to the path that leads to the monkey park. We very much enjoyed the kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast. They were happy to explain what everything was and how to eat it, since a number of the dishes were unfamiliar to us (in particular with the breakfast). The public onsen is nice, and in addition to the indoor pool, has a small but pretty outdoor area. The staff anticipate everything, and somehow manage to be extremely helpful while leaving you on your...
Douglas
Reviewed December 26, 2016Reviewed December 26, 2016
What a gem! Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei is an experience in itself. A short ride from Yudanaka train station, this tradițional ryokhan is excellent. As soon as you arrive you will be greated by the hotel manager (okamisan) who is attentive and will answer any questions. Dinner and breakfast were included in the price and the food was amazing. Traditional food was prepared with attention to the details and served by lovely staff. Be punctual. Dinner at 630 and breakfast at 730. There are nine ...
What a gem! Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei is an experience in itself. A short ride from Yudanaka train station, this tradițional ryokhan is excellent. As soon as you arrive you will be greated by the hotel manager (okamisan) who is attentive and will answer any questions. Dinner and breakfast were included in the price and the food was amazing. Traditional food was prepared with attention to the details and served by lovely staff. Be punctual. Dinner at 630 and breakfast at 730. There are nine ...
Really enjoyed my 6-night stay here. It really is a traditional Japanese hotel and experience and loved the friendly and helpful staff, and the location is just a short 10 min scenic stroll across the river to the bus/train station.
Didnt know what to expect but the Japanese style tatami rooms were cosy and comfy, and the outdoor onsen was just what was needed after a day on the ski slopes.
The half-board option is a must if you love Japanese food and each night was like a little banquet with...
Really enjoyed my 6-night stay here. It really is a traditional Japanese hotel and experience and loved the friendly and helpful staff, and the location is just a short 10 min scenic stroll across the river to the bus/train station.
Didnt know what to expect but the Japanese style tatami rooms were cosy and comfy, and the outdoor onsen was just what was needed after a day on the ski slopes.
The half-board option is a must if you love Japanese food and each night was like a little banquet with...
Michael
Reviewed February 28, 2024Reviewed February 28, 2024
Went here March of 2016 and had an Amazing time. We arrived at the train & took a taxi to the ryokan [900¥], the staff was so nice they took in our luggage and we went to the snow monkeys [30 min inclined walk to the monkey park gate] or a quick 5 min taxi ride to the gate [900¥] the ryokan does offer a free shuttle at 11am to the monkey park, make sure not to miss that. The rooms were clean and quiet. The staff helped us find a private Onsen across the street due to our tattoos. It was awesome....
Went here March of 2016 and had an Amazing time. We arrived at the train & took a taxi to the ryokan [900¥], the staff was so nice they took in our luggage and we went to the snow monkeys [30 min inclined walk to the monkey park gate] or a quick 5 min taxi ride to the gate [900¥] the ryokan does offer a free shuttle at 11am to the monkey park, make sure not to miss that. The rooms were clean and quiet. The staff helped us find a private Onsen across the street due to our tattoos. It was awesome....
What are some of the best vacation rentals that Iiyama has to offer?
Purpose Resort Echigo Yuzawa「KURA」: This vacation home rental outside of Iiyama is in the city center and equipped with air-conditioning and laundry facilities to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave. See all vacation rentals in Iiyama.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Iiyama, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Iiyama.
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Where is the best hotel for a stay in Madarao Mountain Resort?
There are 21 hotels and other accommodations to choose from in this neighborhood, so you're sure to find what you're looking for as you plan your trip. Based on our traveler data, Hotel Silk in Madarao is one of the top choices for your stay in Madarao Mountain Resort. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi and free parking. It is located a short 12-minute walk from Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Madarao Mountain Lodge and Hakken.
What's the best hotel for a family vacation to Iiyama?
Japan Snowsports is a guesthouse with a restaurant and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Attractions in the area like Jigokudani Monkey Park and Joetsu Municipal Aquarium are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Iiyama.
What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in Iiyama?
Where is the best hotel to stay close to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort?
Adjacent to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort, Active Life Madarao is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3.5-star hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good choices within a short distance include Madarao Mountain Lodge and Hotel Madarao.
What about the best place to stay near Togari Onsen Ski Resort?
One of the top choices for your stay is Resort Inn Murata, located next to Togari Onsen Ski Resort, and this pension offers a restaurant and free parking. Miyashitaya and Ishidaya are other good choices nearby.
What's the best accommodation for a winter vacation in Iiyama?
Madarao Mountain Resort is a popular part of the city for sightseeing so consider a stop by Madarao Kogen Ski Resort and Madarao Kogen Picture Book Art Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
What are some accommodations with pools in Iiyama?
Visitors can enjoy all that Iiyama has to offer including the parks, ski areas, and monuments. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its museums. Top sights around the area include Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort and Shiga Kogen Ski Area. In Iiyama, there are 31 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Iiyama.
To see more of the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Iiyama Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Iiyama for your journey.
What's the weather like in Iiyama?
The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 74°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 38°F. The rainiest months in Iiyama are December, July, January, and September, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.