Shibu Hotel

4.0 star property
Ryokan with free parking, steps from Shibu

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Lobby sitting area
Premium bedding, down comforters, free minibar, soundproofing
Property entrance
Public bath
Exterior
Shibu Hotel is minutes from Jigokudani Monkey Park. Enjoy indoor mineral hot springs, a private outdoor onsen, and authentic Japanese cuisine. Helpful staff and free WiFi throughout enhance the relaxing atmosphere.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is ¥39,489
¥44,226 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30

Room options

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Japanese Room - Room Only

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room - Half Board

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Basic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 17 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Yamanouchi is home to Shibu Hotel. Shibu and Shiga Kogen Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jigokudani Monkey Park. Maruike Ski Area and Hasuike Ski Area are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing.
Map
381-0401, Nagano-ken, Yamanouchi, 2173 Hirao

What's nearby

  • Shibu - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Maruike Ski Area - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 13 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 6 min drive
  • Iiyama Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪猿座カフェ (ENZA Cafe) - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪HAKKO BEER STAND - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Farmhouse - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪ラーメン 徳味 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪穂垂亭 HOTARU TEI - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Shibu Hotel

Upscale ryokan near Shibu
Located close to Jigokudani Monkey Park, Shibu Hotel provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a hot tub, and a restaurant. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor private onsen. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Free train station pick-up, hot springs on site, and a gift shop
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Shibu Hotel have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free stocked minibars and free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 26-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Private outdoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Genkan (entryway)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Geta (wooden sandals)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property 3 days in advance of arrival; special requests are not guaranteed to be accommodated. Requests are not accepted on site.
Guests booked in Room Only rate plans who want to enjoy breakfast or dinner during their stay must contact the property at least 3 days in advance to order (surcharge).
Guests booked in Breakfast Included rate plans who want to enjoy lunch or dinner during their stay must contact the property at least 3 days in advance to order (surcharge).
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner.
Guests booked in Half Board rate plans who want to enjoy lunch during their stay must contact the property at least 3 days in advance to order (surcharge).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Shibu Hotel
Shibu Hotel Yamanouchi
Shibu Yamanouchi
Shibu Hotel Japan/Yamanouchi-Machi, Nagano Prefecture
Shibu Hotel Ryokan
Shibu Hotel Yamanouchi
Shibu Hotel Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Is Shibu Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shibu Hotel?

As of Oct 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shibu Hotel on Oct 29, 2025 start from ¥39,489, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Shibu Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shibu Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Shibu Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Shibu Hotel located?

Situated in Yamanouchi, this ryokan is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Shibu and within 3 mi (5 km) of Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey Park. Maruike Ski Area and Hasuike Ski Area are also within 9 mi (15 km). Yudanaka Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Shibu Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 197 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff made us very welcome and the shuttle service was excellent. The dining at the hotel was a very special experience (our first). An excellent choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place to experience Japanese Onsens

Excellent service and delicious food. The hotel is clearly well run and cared for. The onsen baths in the hotel were the perfect temperature and the location ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIUYA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても気の利いた素敵なホテル旅館です お料理も美味しく温泉も最高な湯質です
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

EIRINI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Off the beaten path… beautiful scenery and people
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fantastic stay at Shibu Hotel. The staff were so kind and welcoming. They made us feel so special throughout our stay. The Kaiseki dinner was such an experience. The room was very nice, clean and had nice decor. I would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Shibu Onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service and awesome breakfast I truly recommend and forgetting to mention to high quality of the staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hsin-Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely onsen hotel, Shibu Hotel

Lovely service with top notch onsen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

とよかず

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
とても雰囲気良い宿でした!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shibu Hotel is such a lovely place to stay the staff is very kind and attentive. Most of them spoke some English. We would definitely come back for the hospitality and beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible stay.

Incredible experience. Hotel was clean and comfortable, the staff is very helpful and nice, and I had some of my favorite meals in all of Japan. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff that are so accommodating, the dinner was a great experience and the food was delicious. Couldn't fault the experience here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

great clean helpful proprietor, they go out of their way to accomodayte any request, will come again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Smittipon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best staff who was always super helpful during our stay. Food service at both breakfast and dinner were always of very high quality. Lastly, onsen experience was also very relaxing. I recommend booking the private outdoor onsen.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful spot to experience Shibu Onsen

Such a wonderful stay! The staff were so friendly and accommodating. They drove us to and from Yudanaka station, and had no trouble offering us vegetarian kaiseki. The room was spacious and comfortable, with a great sunset view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superbe séjour.

Séjour incroyable. Un lieu charmant, un personnel chaleureux, accueillant, attentif. Les repas sont délicieux, pouvoir profiter d'une option végétarienne est vraiment appréciée. Le onsen privatif est magnifique. Nous remercions chaleureusement l'équipe de l'hôtel pour ce magnifique séjour.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top notch

We felt like royalty. Excellent food and service. The van ride to the Monkey Park and the outdoor private onsen was icing on the top! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really incredible town and hotel. The service and hospitality was amazing. A really great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful, serene place to visit snow monkey park

Very caring staff and thoughtful experience. The private and group onsens on site were beautiful and clean. The guidance and support navigating the town were exceptional. Will go again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

RENATO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incrível

Comida tradicional japonesa excelente! Equipe prestativa e atenciosa !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Un gran hotel, donde te atiende al parecer una familia súper amable, incluye comida, tradicional, que es todo un espectáculo y de excelente calidad, no te lo puedes perder, excelente!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Lovely stay. Great location for onsens.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property could stand some renovation, but was nice overall and in a pretty location. The best part was the staff. They were very kind, considerate, helpful and accommodating. I appreciated them very much. And when I think back on my stay, that will be what I most distinctly remember.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gideon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning traditional Japanese hotel, with onsen onsite. The kaiseki meals were spectacular, and they accommodated dietary requirements impressively well. Fantastic place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
何と言っても従業員の方々が素晴らしいかったです。 これぞ温泉旅館!といった感じでした。 ありがとうございました。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highlight of trip. Service excellent. Stayed 2 nights and food for breakfast and dinner different each night. So fun and delicious . Onsen each different and very relaxing. Snow monkeys incredible. Borrow boots from hotel. We forgot and they cleaned our shoes.
Sunset view from room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025