Is Shibu Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shibu Hotel?

As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shibu Hotel on 12 Nov 2025 start from NZ$518.44, 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 Shibu Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shibu Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

Where is Shibu Hotel located?

Situated in Yamanouchi, this ryokan is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Shibu, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey Park. Maruike Ski Area and Hasuike Ski Area are also within 9 mi (15 km). Yudanaka Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Shibu Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

3 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was kind and attentive, we got a great authentic experience with the dinner and breakfast addition. We would love to come back!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

7 Sept 2025

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Staff made us very welcome and the shuttle service was excellent. The dining at the hotel was a very special experience (our first). An excellent choice.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

10 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Shibu Hotel is such a lovely place to stay the staff is very kind and attentive. Most of them spoke some English. We would definitely come back for the hospitality and beautiful location.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gideon

22 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stunning traditional Japanese hotel, with onsen onsite. The kaiseki meals were spectacular, and they accommodated dietary requirements impressively well. Fantastic place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice traditional Japanese hotel

Very cute Ryokan hotel. We booked a Japanese style room including dinner and breakfast, food was very tasty if you like traditional Japanese food. If you prefer other cuisines you might opt for booking a room that doesn’t have food included. Staff is very friendly! We booked private onsen and that was also very nice. Definitely recommend this hotel!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene

10 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Traditional luxury Onsen experience in near Nagano

This traditional Onsen and inn has excellent staff that is very patient, kind, thoughtful, and pays attention to details. They were very friendly, and willing to speak English to explain and introduce new foods. No matter what time we stopped by front desk, they answered our questions with a smile. They cleaned mud off our shoes after our visit to snow monkey park. Their shuttle service to park and train station was super helpful. They even returned my mother’s forgotten hat to her on the rapid express train before we left town after check out.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yu Jing

19 Dec 2023

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Shibu Hotel is very beautiful. Our Deluxe Twin room looks like new. The room is much larger than advertised. We were lucky to book half board as the private dining room is beautiful and the staff is just so courteous. The meals are so beautifully decorated and delicious. The onsen is clean and very warm. We were picked up from the train station and were driven to the Snow Monkey Park. We love this place and will definitely come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin

16 Sept 2023

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A fantastic place to stay. The staff are just exceptional. Was very kindly welcomed and was offered transport to and from the monkey park. In detail instructions for the onsens were provided along with the traditional robes and shoes. I highly recommend staying here. Just ensure you contact the property with you train arrival time asap so you don’t have to walk from the station

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

31 Mar 2024

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Best hotel near snow monkey river

The staff was amazing. Very friendly and professional. I especially like the fact that they picked us up from our bus stop and took us to Snow monkey River. Thereafter, we called them, and they picked us up and took us to the hotel. The private onsen was amazing. I enjoyed it. The 13 course meal was exceptional and tasty This is a must place hotel to be at because they make the whole transition from the bus stop to their place very easy. There is a couple that runs the place and they are helpful, professional, and beautiful!!!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

10 Mar 2024

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We had the best time at the Shibu Hotel! The staff was so friendly and went above and beyond to accommodate us and make us feel welcome in their little slice of paradise. Our room was beautiful! We were given rides to and from the train station, rides to and from snow monkey park, two great meals, and friendly helpful service at every juncture. The hotel’s private and public onsen’s are great but don’t miss out on the public bath house tour!!! The hotel perfectly placed in the middle of the public bath house tour and will give you a map and a key to access each little bath. One of the best experiences of our entire Japan trip (or any trip). I would also pick one night to and try one of the local restaurants. We loved our smokey bar and home closing experience at a place down the road called Chokkun Izakaya.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony Drew

17 Oct 2025

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Our stay at Shibu Hotel was a memorable highlight of our trip. The staff were extremely helpful and provided us with boots and umbrellas after we told them we wanted to venture out into the rain to view the monkey park. Our dining experiences were equally as pleasant with the staff greeting us and explaining the menus to us in detail. The area around the hotel was quiet and peaceful as well. On top of that all, the private bath offered was the last relaxing piece of the puzzle we needed. Thank you to all the staff members present!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

15 Jun 2025

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We had a fantastic stay at Shibu Hotel. The staff were so kind and welcoming. They made us feel so special throughout our stay. The Kaiseki dinner was such an experience. The room was very nice, clean and had nice decor. I would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Shibu Onsen.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

20 May 2025

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Excellent place to experience Japanese Onsens

Excellent service and delicious food. The hotel is clearly well run and cared for. The onsen baths in the hotel were the perfect temperature and the location ideal.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

EIRINI

4 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Off the beaten path… beautiful scenery and people

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

26 Apr 2025

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The property could stand some renovation, but was nice overall and in a pretty location. The best part was the staff. They were very kind, considerate, helpful and accommodating. I appreciated them very much. And when I think back on my stay, that will be what I most distinctly remember.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

16 Apr 2025

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We thoroughly enjoyed our Ryoken experience. We stayed in the Japanese style room and had dinner and breakfast. Both exceeded our expectations. The meals were served in our own private room and were very elaborate and delicious. So many different dishes were included. The staff were very nice. The onsen experience was also very fun. Finally, they made it so convenient to visit the snow monkeys upon arrival. Highly recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

1 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highlight of trip. Service excellent. Stayed 2 nights and food for breakfast and dinner different each night. So fun and delicious . Onsen each different and very relaxing. Snow monkeys incredible. Borrow boots from hotel. We forgot and they cleaned our shoes.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Smittipon

29 Mar 2025

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One of the best staff who was always super helpful during our stay. Food service at both breakfast and dinner were always of very high quality. Lastly, onsen experience was also very relaxing. I recommend booking the private outdoor onsen.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabrice

28 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent service and awesome breakfast I truly recommend and forgetting to mention to high quality of the staff

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Amir

27 Mar 2025

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Staying the night here was unnecessary and expensive. I would advise you to visit the monkey park and then continue onward to wherever you’re headed. Having said that should you decide to spend the night, the room was large comfortable and well appointed. Beds were comfy and there was free tea and beverages in the public lounge. The kaiseki dinner was good but the breakfast was a single tray set menu. No buffet. It’s a sleepy town with 9 onsens, so spring onwards might be worth to get the onsen key, put on your Yukata and go to town (sic). The owners brother drives the shuttle to the money park and the station. He is a lovely person!!! Oh and don’t miss the Chokkun Izakaya. The owner is a character alongwith his wife so you will have a very enjoyable and filling meal - guaranteed.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

24 Mar 2025

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Amazing staff that are so accommodating, the dinner was a great experience and the food was delicious. Couldn't fault the experience here.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

23 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful spot to experience Shibu Onsen

Such a wonderful stay! The staff were so friendly and accommodating. They drove us to and from Yudanaka station, and had no trouble offering us vegetarian kaiseki. The room was spacious and comfortable, with a great sunset view.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

22 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superbe séjour.

Séjour incroyable. Un lieu charmant, un personnel chaleureux, accueillant, attentif. Les repas sont délicieux, pouvoir profiter d'une option végétarienne est vraiment appréciée. Le onsen privatif est magnifique. Nous remercions chaleureusement l'équipe de l'hôtel pour ce magnifique séjour.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

21 Mar 2025

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Top notch

We felt like royalty. Excellent food and service. The van ride to the Monkey Park and the outdoor private onsen was icing on the top! Highly recommend!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

15 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful, serene place to visit snow monkey park

Very caring staff and thoughtful experience. The private and group onsens on site were beautiful and clean. The guidance and support navigating the town were exceptional. Will go again.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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