This is a perfect spot in Nagano if you want to take a break before heading to other parts such as Hakuba for skiing . It is literally right at the station and connected via MIDORI where you can buy groceries and with lots of restaurants.
Due to fight delay, we arrived late at night at around 10pm. MIDORI shops were all closed but ht path to hotel still open and we can still find plenty of cafes nearby.
It has reserved Alpico bus to Hakuba right at hotel or you may go to the regular bus stop at bus station 26 for higher frequency of bus service.
Will definitely stay here again if we need to stop over at Nagano. Though the hotel is not new, it’s spacious and clean enough for a comfortable stay .
A very charming cottage, though be prepared for slightly older facilities inside. There was a faint musty smell, but personally, I didn't find it too bothersome, and it was impeccably clean. Taller individuals might want to consider other options.
The hotel's surroundings are excellent, and it's super close to both the outlet mall and the station, with a shuttle service available. The hotel also features tennis courts and other activities. The breakfast quality and dining environment were both great – definitely worth booking.
Major highlight: You can rent bicycles and e-bikes directly from the hotel. If you rent for a full day, you don't need to return it before 5 PM. If returning after 5 PM, just park the bike in the designated spot and drop the key and receipt into the collection box. I highly recommend the e-bikes for exploring Karuizawa!
Buffet breakfast was great, children eats free. We have a car so is accessible. Ski field a short 8 mins away. Onsen was nice, unfortunately not all guests followed the rules. Would be perfect if they provided Japanese toiletries in the hotel room (Dove brand provided).
Room with balcony was beautiful.
Overall we really enjoyed our stay, the facilities, hospitality.
Highly recommended.
The hotel is a bit of a walk from the JR station, about 10-15 minutes. The entrance is tiny, and check-in is just a small table. The room itself is very small, but the space is utilized efficiently, making it practical and convenient. Breakfast is a set menu with four options, and it's quite good. They also have happy hour in the evenings where you can enjoy some drinks, snacks, and cold beverages.
What a find. The hotel is great and close to JR Station. The very beautiful fire place and small library makes the hotel standout from others. The Japan iconic convenience store Lawson is directly opposite the hotel. I have a wonderful and pleasant stay at this hotel. Strongly recommended.
Super convenient location but note that free parking is not available. Recommended to park at the carpark behind (1min walk away) for 900 for entire night compared to 1200 at the carpark just beside the hotel (but it gets full fast in the evening).
Plentiful of amenities provided and late night supper (especially enjoyed this greatly!). Kinda unfortunate they do not have outdoor bath but for the price is understandable. It's already not bad. Massage chair is available but require queuing.
Dryer is 100yen per 15mins
Had a really pleasant stay overall. The place was very clean and well-maintained, and the location was convenient for getting around. Service was excellent 👍 staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Amenities were also complete and comfortable. Would definitely recommend for couples looking for a smooth and enjoyable stay.
HOTEL ROUTE-INN Grand SAKU-Sakudairaekiminami- is the perfect place to unwind after a day of travel or work.
Treat yourself by paying a visit to the property's free hot springs. During your stay, treat yourself with a visit to the on-site sauna.
You'll find a restaurant at the property with a variety of dining options available.
At this hotel, you'll have access to a vending machines.
Guests arriving by car can use the property's parking lot.
Everything was excellent. The room was spacious, clean, and very quiet. The soba and ice cream were delicious! The location is perfect—close to the train station and many city attractions. The reception staff provided great service, and I was able to leave my luggage there after checking out.
The hotel was clean and tidy, and the service was excellent. The breakfast spread was fantastic. Its location is superb, being very close to both the city center and the train station, with convenient shopping options nearby. Highly recommend it, great value for money.
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XXenTravellerBuffet breakfast was great, children eats free. We have a car so is accessible. Ski field a short 8 mins away. Onsen was nice, unfortunately not all guests followed the rules. Would be perfect if they provided Japanese toiletries in the hotel room (Dove brand provided).
Room with balcony was beautiful.
Overall we really enjoyed our stay, the facilities, hospitality.
Highly recommended.
GGuest UserIt was a great stay. The staff was super friendly and spoke English. The had parking vallet, provided an outfit to change into and roam outside. The hot springs was super relaxing and great for the feet and body. We tried five of their private hot spring rooms out of the many more they had, some had super hot water while others were warm. The outside room hot springs were beautifully decorated. They gave us access to the 9 public onsens that had different minerals in the for body healing. At night it was even more beautiful with the night walk and the town puts on a beautiful show and night market. Super glad we booked the stay.
AAnonymous UserWe had a wonderful stay at the Mampei Hotel. The hotel is beautifully designed inside and out, the staff are fantastic, and the meals we had for breakfast, afternoon tea, and dinner were all delicious, as were drinks at the iconic hotel bar. Highly recommended and we will definitely stay again.
GGuest UserWe spent 2 nights in Prince after first 2 nights in Kusatsu onsen town. The hotel looked underwhelming on arrival and the front office service was efficient but cursory compared to the warm hospitality we had in the ryokan stay. It was low season and hotel was very quiet and had a ”cold” atmosphere.
I was further disappointed when we were shown our room which was on the lowest floor with a simple garden view. On requesting the check-in staff for a change of room on higher floor and a more scenic view, I was told there is an upgrade charge, which I accepted. The new room was the same size and configuration but on a higher floor with a nice view of Mt Asama. While I was happy to pay the fee, I can't help but compare their practice with all the hotels that I have stayed in all these years, where room changes were complimentary so long as the room type remains the same. Nevertheless, the hotel's facilities delighted me immensely and I enjoyed the overall experience.
The highlight of the hotel stay was the fantastic view of Asama in a high ceiling dining room with full glass window. We were able to have different table seatings for both morning breakfast as the hotel occupancy was low, which gave us different perspectives of the scenery.
The other highlight of the hotel is the onsen facility which is located in a separate building on higher ground, accessible via a self service automated tram. Aside from Asama view in the outdoor onsens, there is a common lounge which has equally awesome view of Asama. We enjoyed our time soaking in onsen and resting in the lounge.
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I would go back to Prince Asama and experience the scenery during a different season!
GGuest UserA very charming cottage, though be prepared for slightly older facilities inside. There was a faint musty smell, but personally, I didn't find it too bothersome, and it was impeccably clean. Taller individuals might want to consider other options.
The hotel's surroundings are excellent, and it's super close to both the outlet mall and the station, with a shuttle service available. The hotel also features tennis courts and other activities. The breakfast quality and dining environment were both great – definitely worth booking.
Major highlight: You can rent bicycles and e-bikes directly from the hotel. If you rent for a full day, you don't need to return it before 5 PM. If returning after 5 PM, just park the bike in the designated spot and drop the key and receipt into the collection box. I highly recommend the e-bikes for exploring Karuizawa!
MMeowVanWhat an awesome experience! The hotel offered exemplary service before we even arrived. Due to special travel arrangements, we arrived late and the staff quick to arrange an in-room bento dinner for us before our arrival. When we got there, we were immediately blown away by the gorgeousness of the hotel.
Despite its age, everything was very clean and polished. I can see that great care had been taken to upkeep the hotel and it’s premises, which are extraordinarily beautiful. We couldn’t resist taking pictures even after check-out, and it took us an hour to finally reluctantly leave. Words cannot actually do the place justice, you must visit there yourself.
We were very impressed with how delicious the food was, and the attention to detail, including the placement of the food, the coordination of food color. My mouth is still watering as I recall how delicious it was. I had 10 helpings of their prime rib one day. Besides, I had a dietary restriction and the staff were really careful with that, to the extent of reminding me what dishes not to eat everyday at their breakfast and dinner buffet.
In addition to excellent food and service, the hotel went out of its way to be very eco-friendly. For every day that we did not need our room to be tidied, we earned points, which can be traded in for ice cream or other goodies.
Finally, the staff spoke perfect English. This is rare indeed, and it made everything so much easier and so much more enjoyable. Thanks for the experience!
YYuerkezhenduoyaThis is a hot spring hotel by Dormy Inn Group. Like traditional Japanese hotels, you need to take off your shoes before entering. The room design is simple yet elegant. Both breakfast and the late-night snack were delicious. There are indoor and outdoor onsen baths, perfect for relaxing after visiting Kamikochi and Narai-juku. Matsumoto is a beautiful city; I'll definitely come back on a clear, sunny day next time.
SSSLinethegreatHad a really pleasant stay overall. The place was very clean and well-maintained, and the location was convenient for getting around. Service was excellent 👍 staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Amenities were also complete and comfortable. Would definitely recommend for couples looking for a smooth and enjoyable stay.
GGuest UserI stayed at this hotel for one night, and overall, it was quite a pleasant experience.
I really liked my room — it was clean, modern, and comfortable. The only thing that surprised me was that the window to the balcony didn’t open, though I suppose it was designed that way.
The onsen was absolutely wonderful — spacious, relaxing, and with a beautiful view of a mountain river. Definitely one of the highlights of my stay.
The hotel also offers many different areas for leisure and entertainment. You can play table tennis, relax in cozy rest zones, visit small cafés and shops — there’s a lot to explore without even leaving the building.
Both breakfast and dinner were delicious, with a wide variety of food to choose from. However, due to the number of guests, it was a bit challenging for the staff to manage everything smoothly. On two occasions, someone almost took my table, even though I had already placed the reservation card on it to show it was taken.
That said, the staff overall were very pleasant, friendly, and helpful, and I appreciated their attitude throughout my stay.
This hotel is clearly family-oriented, with many families staying with young children. There are rooms with child-friendly designs and dedicated play areas, so if you’re looking for a quiet, adult-only atmosphere, this might not be the best fit.
That said, I genuinely enjoyed my stay and would consider coming back.
AAnn RothenwaenderWe had a wonderful stay at Taoya and would absolutely recommend it for families.
The location is fantastic — it’s close to a beautiful old Japanese village, which made it easy to combine relaxation with a bit of cultural exploration. The area was also stroller-friendly, which made walking around with our 1-year-old very convenient and stress-free.
The outdoor onsen was beautiful and very relaxing, especially surrounded by nature. What made it perfect for us was the availability of a private onsen — this allowed our 1-year-old to join us, which made the experience extra special as parents.
The all-inclusive concept is fantastic. The food was really, really good — excellent quality, great variety, and beautifully presented. Every meal felt like a highlight of the stay.
We only saw one other foreign family during our stay, so it felt authentic and local while still being welcoming and comfortable.
Overall, a great place for families looking for a relaxing onsen experience with outstanding food and a convenient location. We would definitely come back.