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Hotel Housei

3.0 star property
Relax in an indoor hot spring or hit the slopes with easy ski-in/ski-out access. Enjoy winter fun, then warm up by sipping a latte at this snowy haven.

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Exterior
Reception
Children’s activities
Hot springs
Children’s activities

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Japanese-Style Economy Room with Private Toilet, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Electric kettle
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Living room
  • 15.47 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Single Futons

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Japanese-Style Premier Room with Private Onsen, Garden View (Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Electric kettle
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 24.76 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 6 Single Futons

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Japanese-Style Superior Room with Private Bathroom, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Electric kettle
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 21.69 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 5 Single Futons

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Japanese-Style Economy Room with Private Bathroom, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Electric kettle
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Single Futons

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About the area

Map
Yudanaka onsen, Yamanouchi-cho, Yamanouchi, Nagano, 3810402

What's nearby

  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 3 min walk
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 9 min walk
  • Shibu - 14 min walk
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 7 min drive
  • Ryuoo Ski Park - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 2 min walk
  • Iiyama Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪道の駅北信州やまのうち‐情報物産館 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪道の駅の食堂 - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪関英ドライブイン - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪HAKKO - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪串道楽 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Housei

Hotel near Shiga Kogen Ski Area
Take advantage of an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at Hotel Housei. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel, which offers ski-in/ski-out access, ski passes and ski storage. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Enjoy on-site activities, such as snowboarding and sledging. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and hot springs on-site
  • An outdoor tennis court, a lift and newspapers in the reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Housei boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Toilets with electronic bidets and free toiletries
  • Fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 9 AM for a fee: JPY 1,500 for adults and JPY 1,500 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Sledding
  • Snowboarding

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Hot springs
  • Indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Massage
  • Outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 1500 for adults and from JPY 1500 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Hotel Housei Yamanouchi
Housei Yamanouchi
Hotel Housei Hotel
Hotel Housei Yamanouchi
Hotel Housei Hotel Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Housei pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Housei?

As of 18 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Housei on 21 Jan 2025 start from €112.08, including 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 Hotel Housei?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Housei?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Housei?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Hotel Housei located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out hotel in Yamanouchi is within a 10-minute walk of Yumiya Shrine, Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Takayakushi Wakoan. Nishimiya Shrine and Yudanaka Hot Spring are also within 10 minutes. Yudanaka Station is only a 2-minute walk.

Hotel Housei Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 151 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 151 reviews" "
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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

isaac

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved the size of the rooms. The views from the rooms were spectacular too. However, most staff cannot converse well in English hence do note. Loved the onsen. Only issue was that our request in getting extra towels was rejected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aislinn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really fantastic stay. Both for the experience, and easy location to the monkey park (which the staff provided a free shuttle to and from). Decided to go for half board - breakfast/dinner - and the food was SO good, especially the second night’s dinner. Staff were all wonderful and attentive and the Onsen (indoor and outdoor) was the perfect way to end the day. 10/10 recommend and will stay here again if I’m back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reiko

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 an array of different and fresh local dishes, and was great value. Not a 5-star hotel by any means if thats your thing, but all in all a great stay and good location and Yudanaka is quaint little village at the foot of the Alps, that is worth a wander around, as Shibuya Onsen and Snow Monkeys are closeby. Dōmo arigatōgozaimasu
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayvee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay at Hotel Housei. Yamanouchi is one of my favourite places in Japan and this is a great place to stay as it is within walking distance of Yudanaka and Shibu Onsen. Hotel Housei provides shuttle service to Snow Monkey Park and Ski areas nearby. Dining and breakfast options were great. I must also mention the staff is very English-friendly which made things very easy for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service here was amazing, best stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

c

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked two nights here, and it was amazing. The staff was very attentive and helpful, they even shuttle you to and from monkey park, and the train station! Which I had no idea, so it was a lovely surprise. The outdoor and indoor baths were a fun experience. Our rooms were also clean and comfortable to be in. We’re not used to the traditional Japanese beds, but we managed! Overall experience was lovely. I will definitely be going back next time

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yamanouchi’s Best Small Hotel
This place is simply a gem, everything about the hotel, staff, food was too class and a major benefit was the free on site onsen facilities. It is close to the train station and plenty of great dinning options within easy walking distance from the hotel. The hotel also offers free shuttle bus services for you to the station, the snow monkeys and a few other places, they even took me to the chemist to get medicine for one of our family group members. Cannot rate this hotel highly enough👍
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great onsen experience at bargain price
I picked this hotel for visiting snow monkey hot spring park and its shuttle service to the park and train station. The staff are very friendly. They don’t speak English but using google translate between them and guests solves any barrier. The hotel is dated and it shows but I found everything clean enough and had a very comfortable stay. Highly booking with the meal included. A very good idea all and all and they have both indoor and outdoor onsen areas. Rooms are fairly large and shuttle service is convenient. The owner is friendly and outgoing. I wouldn’t come here only for onsen experience and it was a great stay to combine it with other destinations in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
awesome staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff provided such a warm welcome and really helped create an enjoyable visit for our family. We very much appreciated the complimentary shuttle service and while we only speak English, the staff were so patient with us and we were able to communicate fine. We appreciated being able to store our luggage there after check out. The Japanese-style room with tatami mats and futons really completed our memorable experience of traditional Japanese hospitality. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Bryan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful. The room was spacious. It was amazing to have our own private in-room onsen! We really enjoyed that. It was wonderful to have close access to the Jigakudani Monkey Park and the amazing mountain peaks. My complaint might be directed toward the property or it might be directed toward Expedia. Expedia explicitly stated that there was laundry, but there was no laundry available in the hotel. I specifically looked to book a hotel with laundry in the midst of our mountain trekking trip. I had to schlep my family's bags of dirty clothes 15 minutes across town and sit in a laundromat since there was none in the hotel. Expedia and Hotel Housei need to sit down together and get all the facts straight!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at Hotel Housei. The staff was so nice. They went out of their way to help. As you are out of the city, English is more challenging but they really try to help communicate with you and ensure your needs are met. I would recommend staying here to really immerse yourself with the Japanese culture. Stay in the Ryokans to sleep on the futon. Rooms are spacious. They provide Kimonos for the Onsen (super relaxing) and a shuttle to see the snow monkeys (really convenient). The hotel is walking distance from the train station. Note that it is about 30 mins to the ski area of Shiga Kogen but they have a bus/shuttle readily available to get to the slopes. I cant speak highly enough of the staff and how friendly and nice they are. I would recommend staying here and would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

CARLOS

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great onsen...short local bus ride from monkey park. Get the half board option, great dinner and breakfast. Hot springs was great..traditional..no bathing suit.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Great food and good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Experienced Japan in traditional way.
My stay here is definitely one of the highlights of my Japan trip. All the staffs are welcoming. The hospitality they gave to me is superb. The room is so spacious specially for solo traveller like me. And felt the traditional room/atmosphere. I enjoyed the whole afternoon staying inside the hotel with tatami floors. They brought me to snow monkey park entrance and to Yudanaka train station the next day. If you are booking with them, make sure include the halfboard (dinner and buffet breakfast). I enjoyed the food a lot while wearing the traditional dress yukata which they provides.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

sheila, Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff so hospitable. Picked me up the bus station and the meals pre -arranged is a must to enjoy local cuisine. It's hard to get food nearby on winter time. My private Onsen at is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful & friendly, and the room was beautiful! Maybe bring your own pillow, though, if you’re a side-sleeper.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hospitality of the hotel staff. Enjoyed the stay there and the staff made it easy for us to get around with the free shuttle service to snow monkey park and the train station. We loved the outdoor natural onsen. The breakfast was good as well, good variety of cooked and fresh Japanese food.

8/10 Good

Derwin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay to see the snow monkeys
Comfortable, clean, and close to the bus station. Shuttle to see the snow monkeys was great. Onsen was awesome. Traditional Japanese meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

10/10 Excellent

Zheyun

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully welcoming staff! We were impressed by the service at check in! They also helped us store luggage on the check out date and offered a ride to the station. We were able to take the free shuttle to see the Snow monkey park (ride at 9:30am and pickup at 12pm). They were very helpful overall, providing recommendation and help with finding restaurant and also providing help with taking the bus to ski resort. Nice Japanese buffet style breakfast and all day onsen. Very cute local speciality stands in the front desk for purchase as gifts. Overall, highly recommend it! Really enjoyed interacting with the staff here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022