Hotaka Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Daio Wasabi Farm
Find out about the history of Azumino with a stop at Daio Wasabi Farm. Discover the hot springs and spas in this walkable area.
Hotaka Shrine
You can learn about the history of Azumino with a visit to Hotaka Shrine. Discover the hot springs and spas in this walkable area.
Rokuzan Art Museum
You can study the exhibits at Rokuzan Art Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Azumino. Discover the hot springs and spas in this walkable area.
Kokuei Alps Azumino Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kokuei Alps Azumino Park, a lovely green space in Azumino. Discover the hot springs and spas in this walkable area.
Karasugawa Valley Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Karasugawa Valley Park during your travels in Azumino. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Morinoouchi Picture Book Gallery
You can study the exhibits at Morinoouchi Picture Book Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Azumino. Discover the hot springs and spas in this walkable area.
Activities
1 Day Tour From Nagano to Matsumoto Castle and Narai-Juku
Full Day Walking Tour in Matsumoto: Matcha Tea and Stunning Art
Matsumoto Castle and Kamikochi Private Tour
Private Matsumoto Castle & Sake – Taste of Local Life
Our pick of the best Hotaka Hotel Deals
Richmond Hotel Matsumoto
Great staff and wonderful breakfast!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Iroha Grand Hotel
Great staff and hotel. It was in a great location to restaurants and Matsumoto castle as well
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel
Great property. Fantastic location with attentive staff and wonderful breakfast buffet. I highly recommend this hotel and the town of Matsumoto
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi
Reasonable rate that includes wonderful Japanese breakfast. Would have given 5 stars if it wasn’t for the hard bed & room size.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Kuroyon by IHG
The room size and decoration were great but the view was spectacular! Lovely place for winter skiing.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring
Nice onsen, comfortable room and modern tv. Great location
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hotaka
Toyoshina
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Toyoshina. You might want to make time for a stop at Toyoshina Museum of Modern Art or Iinuma Pilot Memorial.
