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Shibu Onsen Sakaeya

3.0 star property
Ryokan with free parking, steps from Shibu

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Executive Twin Room, Accessible, Non Smoking | View from room
Executive Twin Room, Accessible, Non Smoking
Spa
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$619
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr

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Shibu Onsen, Shimotakai gun, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401
  • Shibu
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Japanese Style Standard Family Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

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Design Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Design Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bathtub | Hot springs

Premium Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Separate bath and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Detached private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Executive Twin Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

Executive Twin Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Executive Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Executive Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Quadruple Room, Accessible

Superior Quadruple Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

About the area

Yamanouchi

Shibu Onsen Sakaeya places you steps from Shibu and within a 20-minute stroll of Yudanaka Hot Spring. Highlights at this ryokan include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This ryokan has free WiFi in public areas, a computer station and a gift shop. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, luggage storage and a front desk safe. Japanese breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free train pick-up service. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Yamanouchi ryokan include Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey Park.

What's nearby

  • Shibu - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Ryuoo Ski Park - 13 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪猿座株式会社 まちノベイト - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Farmhouse - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪そば処 やり屋 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪HAKKO - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪羅臼庵 - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Shibu Onsen Sakaeya

Ryokan with free parking, steps from Shibu
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya offers its guests hot springs. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Shibu Onsen Sakaeya also features gift shops/newsstands, room service (during limited hours), and a front desk safe. A train station pick-up shuttle and A train station drop-off shuttle are free. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Yamanouchi ryokan.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya offers 25 accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. This Yamanouchi ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours a day. There are hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 for adults and JPY 1,100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Lift (79 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: from approximately JPY 2200 for adults and from JPY 1100 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of 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

Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Inn Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Inn
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Ryokan
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

Shibu Onsen Sakaeya offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

As of 11 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya on 14 Apr 2025 start from AU$616.01, 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.

Is parking available at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

Yep, Shibu Onsen Sakaeya has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

No, there is no spa at this property. Shibu is a short 1-minute walk away.

Does Shibu Onsen Sakaeya serve breakfast?

Yep, Japanese breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

No, Shibu Onsen Sakaeya does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shibu Onsen Sakaeya?

No, pets are not allowed.

Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area around the property was absolutely beautiful and charming - but maybe because of the time of year we visited (1/06-1/08), very few places were open, despite their signs claiming what their hours of operation were. Even when we found a restaurant that was open at 6pm for dinner, multiple restaurants turned us away because we have a six year old daughter and they didn't accept kids. It was pretty upsetting to my daughter, but the area was absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my 3rd time in Nagano and this is the best place I’ve stayed! Staff are super friendly and really accommodating. The monkey park is so close and you can take a shuttle from the hotel to the park, if reservations are full they even call you a taxi. 10/10 stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hiromi, Sunnyvale

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came here last year and came back with our son this year. The area offers several fun things such as Monkey mountain and street public bathing. Sakaeya's service is very nice. It offers you nice yukata, sandals and basket to walk and hop in many unique baths. The dinner and breakfast are also amazing and we enjoyed out stay very much. Hope to come back again here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shibu Onsen Sakaeya is an unforgettable gem nestled in the heart of Japan's charming onsen town. From the moment I arrived, I was embraced by the warmth and hospitality of the staff, who made my stay exceptional. The ryokan's traditional atmosphere, with its beautifully preserved wooden interiors and serene ambiance, immediately put me at ease. However, what truly set Sakaeya apart was the personal touch of the staff, especially Runa, whose kindness and grace left a lasting impression on me. Her attentive service, warm smile, and genuine desire to make my stay comfortable made me feel like an honored guest. Whether it was offering local insights, ensuring I enjoyed the full onsen experience, or simply sharing kind words, Runa’s presence elevated my time there. She embodied the spirit of Japanese hospitality, making each interaction a memorable one. The onsen itself was a peaceful retreat, with soothing waters and a relaxing environment that perfectly complemented the traditional ryokan experience. I left Shibu Onsen Sakaeya not only refreshed but deeply moved by the kindness of its people, particularly Runa. If you're seeking a place that marries beauty, tranquility, and heartfelt service, Sakaeya is the perfect destination.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first ryokan experience and we couldn’t have been more impressed. The staff were fantastic, the kaiseki dinner and breakfast were incredible and our room, with a private Onsen, was stunning. The area around the hotel is so picturesque. We had a great time exploring the streets, in our provided yukata, trying all the public onsen. We will certainly be back to Shibu Onsen
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time in a Ryokan! And we loved it!! We enjoyed wearing the Kimonos provided and having a multi course dinner! They were also able to provide vegetarian options for dinner as well. The onsen at the hotel was much larger and nicer than the free ones outside the hotel. There is a toilet in the room but no shower, so you have to use the public bath to shower.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Staff very friendly abd helpful. Very clean. Traditional baths are very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely ryokan, excellent baths
Excellent ryokan, women's public bath was never more than 2 people but the private bath with sauna is worth booking..book ASAP as spots fill up. Meals are amazing, though the first night menu was preferred by far. The staff is very kind, but their support is limited so make sure to do your research if you're looking to visit snow monkeys or venture outside of the town. They aren't as up to date local bus schedules, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time staying at a ryokan and it was a fantastic experience. The staff were so welcoming, the rooms clean & tidy and the food deserved at least 1 Michelin star! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at this Ryokan with an amazing hot spring bath for guest use. It was a traditional Japanese inn with all of the special touches to experience the local Japanese customs. The room was very nice and comfortable, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. This was a great place to stay to visit the snow monkey park nearby and can be reached easily by train and then a short bus ride. We highly recommend this Ryokan for your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Authentic , great snow monkeys
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service here was amazing. Staff came to greet us at the car and made us feel special throughout our stay. We paid for a room with our own private onsen as we have tattoos and have not managed to visit an onsen after 4 trips to japan. It was well worth the money. Several staff members spoke to us in English. Food was spectacular. We have stayed in dozens of hotels around the world, and this was definitely our favourite of them all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the yukatas, helpful staff, bright umbrellas to use in the rain, amazing breakfast and soothing onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dyfrig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely lovely and a great Japanese experience
We chose this hotel for its location in the middle of the village, within a reasonable walkable distance from the station and to the Monkey park. The staff were absolutely lovely and the traditional Japanese breakfast and evening meal were superb. Our room was a really large traditional Japanese style bedroom with futons on the floor. It also had plenty of storage space. We had a private toilet, but it didn’t have a shower or bath. However, the hotel’s own Onsen was so close it made using it preferable to using a shower. This was our first experience of using an onsen and it made it our preference whenever available elsewhere. It also had a room where you could sit and paint or have coffee. The monkeys at the park were so much fun that we were there for hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice, relaxing stay in quiet hot spring town
The hotel is a traditional Japanese Ryokan with rooms complete with Japanese decor, tea and futon type beds. The whole hotel’s ambiance was very zen and taste fully decorated. There is even relaxing music playing in your room when you check in. The hotel has its’ own hot spring/bath. There is no private shower in the rooms, which may bother some westerners but did not bother us. You also have access to the 9 public baths throughout town when staying here. All in all lovely stay but staff speak very limited English so be ready with your phrase book or try to learn some Japanese before you go.

10/10 Excellent

Thanyawan, Bangkok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good service. Big room.
Staff is very friendly with good service. Room is quite big. Ametities is goos. Dinner and Breakfast are delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Inn
A comfortable inn with friendly staff. Some English spoken. Stayed for two nights and the meals very delicious. Close to Snow Monkeys and a short taxi ride from station. Would stay here next time without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fay, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply Incredible
My partner and I spent Christmas Eve at this Ryokan, and it was probably the best night of our trip. The dinner was incredible, the baths were pristine and beautiful, the staff incredibly accommodating. Japanese hospitality at its finest. Seriously, book this one.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Ryokan!
We loved this place. The food was amazing. We asked for vegetarian/vegan food and they accomodated so well... in fact, I would say that was probably top 5 best meals we ever had. They got so creative with the veggies and we were treated to an 11 course banquet. I wish I could re-live those meals. The staff was amazing and so polite - even by Japanese standards. They spoke well enough English but one of the wait staff even wrote a note to us when we left apologizing for not speaking English. That's kind of really amazing that they would apologize to us since we're in their Country hehe. But overall just wonderful experience. The Ryokan was gorgeous and clean and roomy. Nicely situated in the heart of Shibu Onsen (Some of the less expensive places are a bit further away from the very quaint and beautiful area). I would highly recommend hiking up to the monkey park from the hotel. It's about 2.5 miles and pretty steep but wow, what an amazing site. Highlight of our trip. I would definitely re-visit this Ryokan and have that wonderful meal again. I would recommend getting the vegetarian meal even if you're not vegetarian. IT was amazingly good!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ross, Vancouver BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wow.
When you first pull up to Sakaeya, it doesn't look that impressive - and the lobby looks alright, but nothing amazing. Then you go upstairs. Wow! The hallways are beautiful, and the porter leads you down to your room (to which they've already taken your luggage for you while you were checking in). Our room was absolutely beautiful - the A/C was already on, background music was playing inside the room, and it was the nicest room of our entire trip for sure (and definitely the fanciest Washlet of all...it even opened its own lid automatically when you opened the bathroom door!) The on-site onsen was also lovely - we made sure to use the outdoor one - and the walking route to the 9 public ones was nice and close too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kathy, Sonoma CA.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious rooms in a lovely hotel
We were welcomed with the traditional tea and hot cloths. We were given lovely yukata (robes) that were worn around the small town to go to the onsen(baths). We had beautifully presented delicious 8 course meals for less than $50 per person. There were top shelf facial products. The onsen was elegant. It's near the Snow Monkey park. It's quite a hike to get up there. We could have arranged transportation for part of it. The monkeys showed up around 10:45 am. It was fantastic! One ran between my husbad's legs. There were so many of them!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017