A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated March 2024.
We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Nagano, Japan. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Elegant. Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Located in Karuizawa, Kyukaruizawa Kikyo, Curio Collection by Hilton is situated a 6-minute walk from Kyu Karuizawa Ginza Dori shopping street. Complimentary shuttle service is available to/from JR Karuizawa Station, 1.2 km from the property. Featuring a local artwork, the contemporary rooms come with a 50-inch flat-screen TV and Nespresso Coffee Machine. The private bathroom includes Maison Margiela bath amenities. Selected rooms feature a patio or balcony with courtyard views. The property offers private parking on site. Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza is a 6-minute drive from the property. Haneda International Airport is 2-hour by train from the property, while Narita International Airport is a 2-hour train ride away.Show full description
Opened November 2022. Situated in Karuizawa, 20 km from Honmachi Machiyakan, SHISHI-IWA-HOUSE Karuizawa features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. The air-conditioned rooms provide a garden view and come with a wardrobe and free WiFi. The rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bath and a hairdryer, while some rooms are fitted with a kitchenette equipped with a fridge. At the hotel rooms include bed linen and towels. Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park is 23 km from SHISHI-IWA-HOUSE Karuizawa, while Karuizawa Station is 6.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 84 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Romantic. Unique. Cosy rooms. Featuring a hot tub, massage treatments and tennis courts, Hotel La Neige offers rooms with a balcony and nature views. It provides a free shuttle service and free Wi-Fi. Cosy rooms have large windows and a living area with a sofa. Amenities include an LCD TV, a DVD player and a fridge. Some rooms feature a spa bath. La Neige is a non-smoking hotel, offering a concierge and ski equipment rentals. Guests can tour the surrounding nature with the hotel’s rental bicycles, or go hiking or skiing. French food is served at the hotel’s restaurant, while drinks can be enjoyed at the lobby lounge. The hotel provides a free shuttle service to/from JR Hakuba Station, Happo Bus Terminal for Check-in/out and the Happo-One Gondola. It is a 5-minute drive from the Hakuba Jump Arena. Guests can contact the hotel in advance to arrange a shuttle bus or a taxi from Narita Airport at an additional charge.Show full description
I rate this as the most romantic, unique and authentic small luxury hotel in Nagano. It also has very cosy rooms. WOW!
Opened May 2021. Located in Miyota, 10 km from Honmachi Machiyakan, THE HIRAMATSU KARUIZAWA MIYOTA provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is situated 29 km from Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. The rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms here will provide you with a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave and a stovetop. At THE HIRAMATSU KARUIZAWA MIYOTA every room comes with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. THE HIRAMATSU KARUIZAWA MIYOTA offers a hot spring bath. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Miyota, like skiing. Karuizawa Station is 13 km from THE HIRAMATSU KARUIZAWA MIYOTA, while Shirakaba-Lake is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 75 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Resort. Directly connected to the slopes of Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort and within a 1-minute walk from the Lift 1, Hotel Grand Phenix Okushiga provides a convenient ski-in/ski-out access. It offers guests free Wi-Fi, and ski storage lockers are available right at the entrance. Spacious rooms feature wood interior, an en suite bathroom and air conditioning/heating. Guests can enjoy the view of Okushiga Kogen from the comfort of their own rooms. All rooms are equipped with an electric kettle, free toiletries and a TV. At the Okushiga Grand Phenix Hotel, guests can enjoy the panoramic view from the public bath or take a swim in the indoor pool. Other facilities, such as ski rental, luggage storage and an outlet shop for sportswear are also readily available to guests. The Italian Restaurant La Stella Alpina offers Italian cuisine using seasonal ingredients, while Kagaribi serves authentic Japanese and Chinese dishes. At the Lounge Largo, guests can enjoy a drink by the fireplace. The hotel is a 100-minute bus ride from JR Nagano Station, and a special taxi can be arranged. Shiga Kogen Ski Resort is located within a 15-minute drive from the property, while the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and Shibu Hot Spring are located within a 1-hour drive away.Show full description
Nice style. Beautiful. Superb breakfast. Featuring a restaurant and a bar, Twin-Line Hotel Karuizawa Japan is situated in Karuizawa, 700 metres from Karuizawa Station and 17 km from Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park. Located around 1.9 km from Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza, the hotel with free WiFi is also 600 metres away from Karuizawa Oga Hall. The property is less than 1 km from Kyukaruizawa Ginza and a 12-minute walk from Kumoba Pond. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk and a TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a bidet, a hairdryer and free toiletries. A à la carte breakfast is served every morning at the property, while Spanish cuisine is available. Staff speak English and Japanese at the reception. Yukawa Furusato Park is 5 km from Twin-Line Hotel Karuizawa Japan. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 89 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Resort.Great location. Mountain Side Hakuba offers views of the mountains and the ski slopes during the winter season. The property is just a 3-minute walk away from a local ski and snowboard shop. The Happo-One Winter Resort Kokusai lift 1 is within a minute's stroll. JR Hakuba Station is a 10-minute drive. The apartment features carpeted and heated floors, fireplace and hot tub. The apartment is furnished with a TV with cable channels, washing machine and dryer. A hairdryer, slippers and free toiletries are included in the en suite bathrooms. Guests can rent a bicycle from the property to explore the nearby areas during the warmer seasons. Guests can also rent ski equipment for an additional fee on site and store ski supplies at the property for free. There is a on-site restaurant available. The kitchenette is equipped with an oven, microwave and refrigerator. A dining table, kitchenware and an electric kettle are also provided by the property. Happo Bus Terminal is a 7-minute drive from the property.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Great value. Popular among couples and women.Opened August 2021. Situated in Hakuba, 7.9 km from Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area, THE HAPPO by Hakuba Hotel Group features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. A hot spring bath and a bicycle rental service are available for guests. The hotel has a sauna, a concierge service and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at THE HAPPO by Hakuba Hotel Group can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. The area is popular for skiing, and ski equipment hire is available at this 5-star hotel. Nagano Station is 44 km from the accommodation, while Zenkoji Temple is 46 km from the property. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 67 km from THE HAPPO by Hakuba Hotel Group.Show full description
This luxury hotel has super comfortable beds. It is the most popular small luxury hotel in Nagano, among couples.
Resort.Delightful property. Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among women. Situated within a private forest and boasting outdoor hot springs and award-winning cuisine, Sierra Resort Hakuba is a 10-minute drive from JR Hakuba Train Station. The spacious rooms offer beautiful views of the surrounding nature, while Free WiFi is available in public areas and in the guest room. The non-smoking rooms at Sierra Resort Hotel Hakuba feature warm wooden furniture and thick carpets. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker and an en suite bathroom with a bathtub. In-room massage services are available upon request. The hotel is a 5-minute ride from the Tsugaike and Iwatake ski resorts and a 10-minutes ride from the Happo-One Ski Resorts . A shuttle transports guests to several ski resorts in the Hakuba Valley at an additional charge. In addition, public shuttle buses connect this hotel and several major ski resorts in the area. On-site parking is available for free. Ski hire is available on site during the winter season, while activities such as canoeing, rafting, mountain biking and various outdoor sports are available during the summer. The hotel’s restaurant offers seasonal specialities in an elegant atmosphere. Prizewinning chef ‘Pierre’ Kanazawa blends local organic ingredients with European techniques.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most BEAUTIFUL small luxury hotel in Nagano. It also has outstanding views!
Apartment hotel.Comfortable beds. Hakuba Grand Apartments is located in Hakuba and offers spacious self-catering accommodation. The property is a 3-minute walk to Happo-One Ski Resort, while Hakuba Happo Bus Terminal is 1.2 km away. Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Each apartment features a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a seating area. There is a full kitchen with a microwave and a fridge where guests can prepare their own meals. The private bathroom comes with a bath and a hairdryer. The Grand Apartments Hakuba offers various facilities and services including ski lockers, communal launderette and shuttles to ski lifts. Ski and snowboard lessons, tour bookings and shuttle services can be arranged on site. Housekeeping services are offered every 4 days. JR Hakuba Station is a 10-minute drive away. No meals are served at the property. Daily shuttles are available to the nearest supermarkets and restaurants.Show full description
Very stylish. Nice interior design. Popular among couples and women.Opened June 2022. Located within 600 metres of Matsumoto Station and 3.9 km of The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, Onyado Nono Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring provides rooms in Matsumoto. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel, all rooms have a desk. Each room is equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at Onyado Nono Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring have a mountain view. At the accommodation each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at Onyado Nono Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The hotel offers 4-star accommodation with a sauna and spa centre. Canora Hall is 27 km from Onyado Nono Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring, while Matsumoto Castle is 1.6 km away. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 11 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most STYLISH hotels in Nagano.
Situated in Shimotakai, 200 metres from Ryuoo Ski Park, T Hotel Ryuoo features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and ski-to-door access. 28 km from Suzaka City Zoo and 33 km from Zenkoji Temple, the hotel provides ski storage space. The property is non-smoking and is located 15 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. The rooms have a coffee machine, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a terrace and some have pool views. All rooms at T Hotel Ryuoo have air conditioning and a desk. The accommodation offers an à la carte or continental breakfast. Guests at T Hotel Ryuoo will be able to enjoy activities in and around Shimotakai, like hiking and skiing. Nagano Station is 37 km from the hotel, while Lake Hokuryuko is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 108 km from T Hotel Ryuoo.Show full description
Charming. Historic property. Great location. Situated right on the Nakiyama Slope of Happo One mountain, MARILLEN HOTEL by Hakuba Hotel Group features Austrian-style décor, carved wood furniture and a fireplace. It provides ski equipment storage. Rooms come with comfortable beds, a small lounge area and balcony, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. The Happo Bus Terminal is only a 5-minute walk away, and the nearest train station a 5-minute drive. Free WiFi and parking are available. The comfortable rooms feature alpine chalet-style décor. The large windows at the on-site restaurant & bar allow guests to relax and enjoy the stunning panoramas of the Happo One Mountain by day and night, while listening to live music and warming up with Gluhwein mulled wine. Tokyo International Airport is a 3-hour ride away on the bullet train or bus.Show full description
I think this is one of the most CHARMING AND HISTORIC boutique hotels in Nagano. It also has a great location!
Opened February 2023. Situated in Azumino, 21 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, Kyukamura Retreat-Azumino-Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 22 km from Matsumoto Station. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. At Kyukamura Retreat-Azumino-Hotel rooms have bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. Canora Hall is 45 km from Kyukamura Retreat-Azumino-Hotel, while Matsumoto Castle is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 25 km from the hotel.Show full description
Set in Karuizawa, 19 km from Honmachi Machiyakan, Fufu Karuizawa Yokou No Kaze offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. Located around 5.2 km from Karuizawa Station, the hotel with free WiFi is also 1.1 km away from Hiroshi Senju Museum. The property is non-smoking and is situated 21 km from Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park. Speaking English and Japanese at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area. Karuizawa Taliesin is 1.3 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 83 km from Fufu Karuizawa Yokou No Kaze.Show full description
Situated in Hakuba, 10 km from Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area, Restaurant & Hotel Traumerei features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. With a bar, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is located 42 km from Nagano Station. At the hotel, the rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a shared bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. An à la carte breakfast is available each morning at Restaurant & Hotel Traumerei. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hakuba, like skiing. Zenkoji Temple is 44 km from Restaurant & Hotel Traumerei, while Happo-One Ski Resort is 2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 65 km from the hotel.Show full description
Highly elegant. Charming. Cosy rooms. Featuring a public bath and mist sauna, PHOENIX HOTEL by Hakuba Hotel Group is located in Hakuba, a 30.6 km drive from Nagano. The hotel has ski storage and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, free toiletries and hairdryer. Some rooms feature a fully private bathroom. Happo One Snow Resort and Kokusai Ski Area are 600 metres away. Adam Gondola is 1.2 km away, while Iwatake Ski Resort is 3.4 km away.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most ELEGANT small hotels in Nagano.
Opened May 2023. Situated in Karuizawa, 20 km from Honmachi Machiyakan, Eau Sol Vert Karuizawa Club features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel has a sauna, a concierge service and free WiFi. At the hotel the rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park is 29 km from Eau Sol Vert Karuizawa Club, while Karuizawa Station is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 84 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Stylish. Great interior design.Opened February 2022. Situated within 3 km of JR Karuizawa Station, , Hotel Indigo Karuizawa in Karuizawa has a number of amenities including a restaurant, a fitness centre and a public bath. This 4-star hotel features a 24-hour front desk and room service. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a hot tub and slippers, all rooms at Hotel Indigo Karuizawa have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms have a seating area. The rooms have a safety deposit box. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza is 2 km from the hotel, while Karuizawa Oga Hall is 2.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 66 km from Hotel Indigo Karuizawa.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Great location. Hakuba Tokyu Hotel is an 8-minute drive from JR Hakuba Station and a 3-minute drive from Happo-One Bus Terminal. A free 2-way shuttle to both destinations is provided upon prior reservation. The hotel features a public hot-spring bath, aroma therapy services and free parking. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Guest rooms offer both air conditioning and heating facilities. Each has a fridge, a personal safe and a flat-screen TV. The en suite bathroom comes with toiletries and a bathtub. The hotel boasts 5 tennis courts on site. Other facilities include ski equipment rental, and bicycle rental. A mini-mart, Il Vento, is available on site. Chamonix restaurant serves a selection of French cuisine. Japanese dishes can be enjoyed at Manyo restaurant, while Loge restaurant serves light meals and drinks. Hotel Hakuba Tokyu is 10-minute walk from Happo-One Ski Resort. Free shuttle services are provided to nearby ski resorts, while late-night shuttle services are available to nearby towns.Show full description
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