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A room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a view of a forest through large windows.

A lake with a dock and a flag, surrounded by lush green hills.

A hotel room with two beds, a table, a chair, a radiator, and a window with a view of greenery.

A traditional wooden building with large windows, surrounded by trees and rocks.

1. Nikko Kanaya Hotel

39 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Shirley

￥23,161

￥28,281 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A spacious lobby with a central water feature, large windows offering city views, and modern furnishings.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a seating area, and a chandelier.

A modern indoor pool with a glass barrier, a sauna area, and a view of the ocean.

A rooftop infinity pool with a sunset view through large windows.

2. Candeo Hotels Utsunomiya

31.2 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

PEI HUA

￥12,677

￥13,945 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern hotel with a glass facade, surrounded by tall buildings and trees.

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

A modern hotel lobby with a glass elevator, seating area, reception desk, and a staircase.

A modern interior with a glass wall, a colorful abstract mural, and a tiled floor.

3. Richmond Hotel Utsunomiya Ekimae Annex

30.8 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Chih Ping

￥7,990

￥8,900 total

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a chandelier.

A hotel sign with the name 'TOBJ HOT' and 'SUNOMIYA' visible.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a patterned wall, a desk, and a chair.

A neatly arranged set of toiletries including a toothbrush, toothpaste, and a body scrub on a white tray, with folded towels in the background.

4. Utsunomiya Tobu Hotel Grande

30 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Jana

￥4,836

￥5,991 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A rooftop pool area with seating and a view of the restaurant below.

A wooden spa bath with a view of a mountain and cityscape at dusk.

A nighttime view of a hotel with multiple floors, a water fountain display, and a pool area.

A room with a large window offering a view of mountains. There are orange sofas and a wooden table.

5. Kinugawa Onsen Nikko Kinugawa Hotel Mikazuki

47.9 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Ritsuko

￥50,160

￥55,740 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A buffet with various food items and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

A hotel desk with a lamp, a tissue box, two mugs, a kettle, and a television.

A modern bathroom with two wooden vanity units, each with a mirror and three lights. The wall behind the vanities is painted blue, and the text "THE KNOT" is visible.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a staircase, and outdoor plants.

6. THE KNOT UTSUNOMIYA

30.9 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Ernest

￥5,409

￥5,950 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

7. Kashiwagura Onsen Taishikan

4.5 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

A multi-level atrium with a central skylight, multiple balconies, and a spacious interior.

A modern hotel room with a large TV, comfortable seating, a small table, and a view of a hot spring area.

A spacious indoor area with a long reception desk, a seating area, and large windows offering a view of a forested landscape.

A rooftop pool area with a wooden deck, steps leading to the pool, and a night sky with a visible moon.

8. Asaya Hotel

49.2 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Yanny

￥43,637

￥53,484 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A covered outdoor area with a wooden structure, rocks, and a water feature.

A balcony with a hot tub, wooden deck, and chairs overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a white chair, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A traditional Japanese meal setup with various dishes and a candle, viewed through a window with a view of mountains.

9. Hotel Sunshine Kinugawa

47.3 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Brittany

￥11,614

￥13,114 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a traditional Japanese shoji screen.

A sauna with multiple wooden benches and tiled floors.

A modern hotel with a prominent red and white sign on the top, multiple balconies, and a ground-level entrance with a visible entrance door.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Name" and a reception desk with a vase of flowers.

10. Hotel Sunroute Tochigi

11.2 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Moran

￥8,679

￥9,559 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.

A gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.

A hotel room with two beds, a headboard, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted TV.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two wooden stools, a potted plant, and a tiled floor.

11. Hotel MyStays Utsunomiya

31.2 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Brian

￥5,347

￥5,935 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern elevator with a digital display, marble walls, and a clean, reflective floor.

A conference room with tables and chairs, a vending machine, and a refrigerator.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a digital screen, and self-service kiosks.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a ramp for accessibility, and a sign indicating the name of the establishment.

12. Toyoko Inn Tochigi Ashikaga Station Kita

16 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

￥7,514

￥8,331 total

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A modern indoor pool area with large windows offering a city view at dusk.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a reception desk and a seating area.

A modern interior with a sofa, tables, and a display case.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a bench, and stools.

13. Candeo Hotels Sano

11.9 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Allan

￥9,696

￥10,717 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

The Daiwa Roynet Hotel entrance with glass doors and a sign above.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, and a TV.

A modern elevator with a digital display, a fire alarm button, and a wheelchair accessibility sign.

A reception desk with a wooden finish and a sign for Daiwa Roynet Hotel.

14. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Utsunomiya

31.2 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Rey

￥7,488

￥9,206 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern hotel with a prominent red sign, a well-lit entrance, and a staircase leading to the upper floors.

A hotel room with a desk, a computer monitor, a microwave, a refrigerator, a chair, a trash can, and a shelf with a kettle and a pair of slippers.

A corridor lined with black metal rooms, each with a shuttered door, leading to a building with a tiled roof.

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, an air conditioning unit, a microwave, and a window with curtains.

15. HOTEL R9 The Yard Sanotenjin

9.5 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Tyler

￥7,394

￥8,196 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, modern lighting, and ample seating.

A black car parked in front of Hotel New Itaya.

A hotel room with two beds, a mirror, a small table with a vase, and a window with curtains.

A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden panel wall and a grey countertop.

16. HOTEL NEWITAYA

30.6 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

"We stayed at HOTEL NEWITAYA for 3 nights and had a very enjoyable stay. The location is convenient, with the train station about a 10-minute walk away and bus links just 2 minutes from the hotel. There are plenty of amenities nearby, including FamilyMart, 7-Eleven, and several restaurants, making it easy to find food and essentials. The staff were friendly, helpful, and welcoming throughout our stay. The hotel was very clean and well maintained, and we felt comfortable during our visit....

Kwai

￥5,686

￥6,255 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A corridor with wooden walls and columns, illuminated by warm lights, leading to a snowy outdoor area with trees.

A corridor with wooden flooring and walls, leading to a room with a tatami mat floor and a low table with chairs.

An outdoor dining area with a table and chairs, a lamp, and a view of trees and a building in the background.

A traditional Japanese room with a view of cherry blossoms through large windows.

17. Hoshino Resorts KAI Kinugawa

48.4 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Ka Yu

A hot spring area with a wooden ceiling, stone flooring, and a glass wall.

A table with breakfast items and a view of a building with a traditional architectural style.

A modern bathroom with black tiled walls, white toilets, and a glass partition.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by bamboo plants and a wooden pergola.

18. Nikko Station Hotel Classic

38.4 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Jennifer

￥14,536

￥18,089 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, large windows offering a view of greenery, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and lamps.

A modern outdoor patio with wooden furniture and a view of a white building with multiple windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small seating area, a window with a view of mountains, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

19. Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko

40 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Ivo

￥14,400

￥17,424 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a bright orange counter, a large wall-mounted letter 'C', and a view of a dining area with tables and chairs.

A row of front-loading washing machines in a commercial setting, with control panels and safety instructions visible.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a power outlet, and a wall-mounted painting.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a parking lot in front.

20. Comfort Inn Sano Fujioka Inter

11.8 km from Kuzu Fossil Museum

Mari

￥7,091

￥7,800 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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Compare popular hotels close to Kuzu Fossil Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Candeo Hotels Sano	8.4 Very Good 249 reviews	View
Toyoko Inn Tochigi Ashikaga Station Kita	8.0 Very Good 504 reviews	View
HOTEL R9 The Yard Sanotenjin	8.8 Excellent 159 reviews	View
HOTEL R9 The Yard Ashikagafukutomi	8.6 Excellent 106 reviews	View
Hotel R9 The Yard Ashikagaekinishi	8.4 Very Good 147 reviews	View

Top Kuzu Fossil Museum Hotel Reviews

Candeo Hotels Sano

8/10 Good

"Only there for a couple of nights, perfectly good hotel though it is next to a busy road."

HOTEL R9 Premium Kawamataekimae

10/10 Excellent

"I had a wonderful stay at HOTEL R9 Premium Kawamataekimae! The room, bathroom, and bedding were exceptionally clean, and the environment was wonderfully quiet and relaxing. The hotel provides thoughtful amenities such as coffee, tea, towels, small towels, comfortable pajamas, and complimentary toiletries available in the lobby. The vending machines and affordable restaurant were also very convenient. Most of all, the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, always welcoming guests with genuine smiles and warm greetings. Highly recommended!"

Utsunomiya Tobu Hotel Grande

10/10 Excellent

"The staff and team were very kind and cooperative."

HOTEL NEWITAYA

8/10 Good

Toyoko Inn Tochigi Ashikaga Station Kita

10/10 Excellent

"Location was only 3 minutes from the train station. This is most excellent."

Toyoko Inn Utsunomiya Ekimae No.1

10/10 Excellent

"The typical business hotel done right. Affordable, clean, quiet, comfortable and near the train station. Plus it comes with free breakfast which is a rarity nowadays. Lines for breakfast can get long at opening time, so it's good if you can wait it out until about an hour later."

Toyoko Inn Oyama Station Higashi 1

10/10 Excellent

"Room is spacious and clean. "

Hospital INN Dokkyo Medical University

10/10 Excellent

"room is clean"

Hotel Sunroute Tochigi

10/10 Excellent

"We recommend you to include their breakfast with your stay. It's excellent. The distance from two nearest stations is a little bit far but walkable."

Other attractions near Kuzu Fossil Museum

Yoshizawa Memorial Art Museum, Sano

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Yoshizawa Memorial Art Museum, Sano during your travels in Sano. Wander the forest or discover the area's hot springs.

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Domannaka Tanuma Road Station

After visiting Domannaka Tanuma Road Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sano. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

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Ohira Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ohira Mountain during your travels in Tochigi. Amble around the area's forest or visit its temples.

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Mangan-ji Temple

After visiting Mangan-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tochigi. Discover the area's hot springs and monuments.

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Ohirasan Shrine

You can learn about the history of Tochigi with a trip to Ohirasan Shrine. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

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Suzumenomiya Shrine

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Suzumenomiya Shrine is just one of the places to see in Sano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

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Tanaka Shozo's Former House

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Sano with a stop at Tanaka Shozo's Former House. Wander the forest or discover the area's hot springs.

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Renshoin Rokkakudo

Learn about the local history of Tochigi with a stop at Renshoin Rokkakudo. Wander the forest or discover the area's hot springs.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kuzu Fossil Museum?

Kuzu Fossil Museum is located in Sano. Sano is home to 14 hotels and other accommodations, so you can find something with the amenities you're looking for.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Kuzu Fossil Museum?

Hotel Sunroute Tochigi is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 7 mi (11.2 km) from Kuzu Fossil Museum. Other good choices around the area include Candeo Hotels Sano and Toyoko Inn Tochigi Ashikaga Station Kita.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kuzu Fossil Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Kuzu Fossil Museum.

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Our top choices for Kuzu Fossil Museum hotels

1. Nikko Kanaya Hotel

2. Candeo Hotels Utsunomiya

3. Richmond Hotel Utsunomiya Ekimae Annex

4. Utsunomiya Tobu Hotel Grande

5. Kinugawa Onsen Nikko Kinugawa Hotel Mikazuki

6. THE KNOT UTSUNOMIYA

7. Kashiwagura Onsen Taishikan

8. Asaya Hotel

9. Hotel Sunshine Kinugawa

10. Hotel Sunroute Tochigi

11. Hotel MyStays Utsunomiya

12. Toyoko Inn Tochigi Ashikaga Station Kita

13. Candeo Hotels Sano

14. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Utsunomiya

15. HOTEL R9 The Yard Sanotenjin

16. HOTEL NEWITAYA

17. Hoshino Resorts KAI Kinugawa

18. Nikko Station Hotel Classic

19. Fairfield by Marriott Tochigi Nikko

20. Comfort Inn Sano Fujioka Inter

Compare popular hotels close to Kuzu Fossil Museum

Top Kuzu Fossil Museum Hotel Reviews

Candeo Hotels Sano

HOTEL R9 Premium Kawamataekimae

Utsunomiya Tobu Hotel Grande

HOTEL NEWITAYA

Toyoko Inn Tochigi Ashikaga Station Kita

Toyoko Inn Utsunomiya Ekimae No.1

Toyoko Inn Oyama Station Higashi 1

Hospital INN Dokkyo Medical University

Hotel Sunroute Tochigi

Other attractions near Kuzu Fossil Museum

Yoshizawa Memorial Art Museum, Sano

Domannaka Tanuma Road Station

Ohira Mountain

Mangan-ji Temple

Ohirasan Shrine

Suzumenomiya Shrine

Tanaka Shozo's Former House

Renshoin Rokkakudo

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