Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The family friendly atmosphere is wonderful. My kids didn't want to leave. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and huge. Dinner was yummy too. Portion sizes are big. We can't wait to come stay again. Nao San is a great hostess.
The family friendly atmosphere is wonderful. My kids didn't want to leave. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and huge. Dinner was yummy too. Portion sizes are big. We can't wait to come stay again. Nao San is a great hostess.
Amber
Reviewed February 16, 2026Reviewed February 16, 2026
This ryokan is the best location in Matsumoto! Along with being beautiful and super clean, you literally walk out the front door and you’re on an idyllic street with restaurants and shops. It’s also walkable from the train station, and a short walk to the castle. If you’re looking for a traditional ryokan, this is it! The host also speaks great English and is very helpful if you need anything.
This ryokan is the best location in Matsumoto! Along with being beautiful and super clean, you literally walk out the front door and you’re on an idyllic street with restaurants and shops. It’s also walkable from the train station, and a short walk to the castle. If you’re looking for a traditional ryokan, this is it! The host also speaks great English and is very helpful if you need anything.
The hotel is very well located, near the train and bus stations. We could walk to the castle in 10 minutes. The area felt safe and calm. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. We appreciated the amenities available for free in the reception area. The laundry area was useful (though busy). The staff helped us arrange luggage transfer to Magome and stored our backpacks after check out when we went to tour the city. This is a very good choice for a trip to Matsumoto and the price is fair...
The hotel is very well located, near the train and bus stations. We could walk to the castle in 10 minutes. The area felt safe and calm. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. We appreciated the amenities available for free in the reception area. The laundry area was useful (though busy). The staff helped us arrange luggage transfer to Magome and stored our backpacks after check out when we went to tour the city. This is a very good choice for a trip to Matsumoto and the price is fair...
Rachel
Reviewed October 11, 2026Reviewed October 11, 2026
The best place to stay in Matsumoto. Rhe staff is great! The location is very peaceful, and the house is very nice.
Thank you for letting us stay with you.
The best place to stay in Matsumoto. Rhe staff is great! The location is very peaceful, and the house is very nice.
Thank you for letting us stay with you.
Dylan
Reviewed October 30, 2026Reviewed October 30, 2026
Check-in was easy, the room was clean and comfortable - but small for this westerner but adaption needed. The Hotel is located near great restaurants and late night shopping available nearby. This is the second time we have stayed here because we like what we get and that includes no surprises
Check-in was easy, the room was clean and comfortable - but small for this westerner but adaption needed. The Hotel is located near great restaurants and late night shopping available nearby. This is the second time we have stayed here because we like what we get and that includes no surprises
G Rowe
Reviewed January 28, 2014Reviewed January 28, 2014
12th floor onsen view was truly breathtaking. The staff were very courteous and helpful. Breakfast was healthy and delicious. The room was clean and comfortable. We truly enjoyed our stay. Candeo Hotel was a great hotel chain with high quality amenities. Parking was free and very easy. Thank you for the great stay.
12th floor onsen view was truly breathtaking. The staff were very courteous and helpful. Breakfast was healthy and delicious. The room was clean and comfortable. We truly enjoyed our stay. Candeo Hotel was a great hotel chain with high quality amenities. Parking was free and very easy. Thank you for the great stay.
Well maintained Toyoko inn. If you know what to expect this place is great. Location was very convenient to Matsumoto station and night life. Would stay again and breakfast was good each day.
Well maintained Toyoko inn. If you know what to expect this place is great. Location was very convenient to Matsumoto station and night life. Would stay again and breakfast was good each day.
Timothy
Reviewed November 8, 2026Reviewed November 8, 2026
Loved that it’s right across the street from the lake. I got a room with a view of the lake and had some amazing pictures. Wish I’d had time to use the terrace but it was closed due to weather. Will definitely come again to use then!
Loved that it’s right across the street from the lake. I got a room with a view of the lake and had some amazing pictures. Wish I’d had time to use the terrace but it was closed due to weather. Will definitely come again to use then!
Brian
Reviewed November 4, 2026Reviewed November 4, 2026
Stayed in the glamping tent with my family of four (including a 5 & 9 yr old). Such a wonderful spot - tent was comfy w/ a dedicated toilet/sink room in a separate adjacent little building. Had a wonderful fire pit which the staff lit for us in the evening at the time we requested (on our was back from dinner we texted them from their very helpful app). All amenities in the main building were super clean, very new, and meticulously curated in a minimalist style. It had (x3) private Onsen baths...
Stayed in the glamping tent with my family of four (including a 5 & 9 yr old). Such a wonderful spot - tent was comfy w/ a dedicated toilet/sink room in a separate adjacent little building. Had a wonderful fire pit which the staff lit for us in the evening at the time we requested (on our was back from dinner we texted them from their very helpful app). All amenities in the main building were super clean, very new, and meticulously curated in a minimalist style. It had (x3) private Onsen baths...
Room was smaller than expected (about 10 tatami). Onsen was fine. Food was tasty, and changed the second day, which is nice. The ryokan building itself is quite pretty. It's easy enough to find, less than a 10 minute walk from the station. It is in the middle of a town, so it doesn't feel very rural, but I guess that's a tradeoff for the convenience of the location. And since it's in a town, it's quite easy to walk out to cafes, restaurants, convenience store, etc. Staff were all very friendly....
Room was smaller than expected (about 10 tatami). Onsen was fine. Food was tasty, and changed the second day, which is nice. The ryokan building itself is quite pretty. It's easy enough to find, less than a 10 minute walk from the station. It is in the middle of a town, so it doesn't feel very rural, but I guess that's a tradeoff for the convenience of the location. And since it's in a town, it's quite easy to walk out to cafes, restaurants, convenience store, etc. Staff were all very friendly....
The culturally rich destination of Okaya is a great choice if you've been considering a vacation with the kids. The museums, parks, and mountain views are just a few things that make this an attractive family vacation spot. Take to the air and fly into Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ), which is located 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from the city center.
When’s the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Okaya?
The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. The rainiest months in Okaya are July, October, September, and June, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Okaya?
While you and your family are staying in Okaya, you might want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Yatsugatake-Chushinkogen Quasi-National Park, Okaya Silk Factory Museum, and Irufu Doga Museum. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Hayashi Family Residence and Tirol no Mori.
What's the best way for us to get around Okaya?
To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at Okaya Station. Okaya might not have very many public transit choices so consider renting a car to explore more.