Minamiaizu Vacations from ￥22,591

The hotel is a short walk from the train/bus station. The hotel inside is okay. I think the elevator compartment needs to be painted a lighter color than black though because it is hard to discern the size and how many people with luggage can fit. The room was adequate for one night. It’s too compact for more than one night though for 2 persons. The bathroom is similar to all Japanese accommodations so far — compact with a high step tub. Not any space to put your stuff so be mindful of keeping the water inside the tub. If need a place for the night, would go for it.

Although the hotel building and its facilities are a little bit old, the room is very clean and hotel staff are very friendly. It takes about 15 minutes’ walk from New Shirakawa (Shin Shirakawa) Train Station, or you can catch a taxi at about 1000 Yen. There are several restaurants located within five minutes’ walking distance, however, it is relatively far from downtown Shirakawa and Komine Castle.

Quite far away from popular places like Ieyasu tomb & Edo Wonderland but worth the travel, especially when driving. Closest convenient store is about 10 mins walk from the hotel. The staff was very friendly and able to communicate excellent English. Another nice thing is they provided us with local sweets every morning with 1000 Yens voucher for nearby stores discount.

Very difficult to get a taxi. No visa or ATM on the premise