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A stone wall with a water feature in a room with large windows.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a large window with a grid pattern, and recessed ceiling lights.
A hot spring area with a wooden wall and large rocks, a metal ladder, and a clear view of trees outside.
A modern interior with a sofa, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

1. Kamikochi Hotel

Kamikochi Hotel
Matsumoto
United States
chia
NZ$441
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Kamikochi Hotel
A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden beams and tatami flooring.
A traditional wooden structure with a shoji screen and a sign indicating a men's washroom.
A clean indoor swimming pool with wooden walls and a glass floor, equipped with a changing area and towels.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a wooden table, and a red cushion.

2. Guesthouse Tomoshibi - Hostel

Guesthouse Tomoshibi - Hostel
Matsumoto
Hong Kong SAR China
hong yi
NZ$152
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Guesthouse Tomoshibi - Hostel
A traditional wooden bathhouse with a stone pathway leading to a hot spring.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with tea utensils, and a view of a lush garden.
A wooden bathhouse with a stone pool, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a television on a stand.

3. Shirafune Grand Hotel

Shirafune Grand Hotel
Matsumoto
United States
john
NZ$595
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Shirafune Grand Hotel
A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bench and a wooden bucket.
A wooden reception area with a sign reading "KOMAKUSA".
An outdoor patio area with wooden flooring, red umbrellas, and seating arrangements.
A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden deck, a wooden bench, and a view of bare trees through the sliding doors.

4. Komakusa Hotel

Komakusa Hotel
Matsumoto
Singapore
LIN FENG, JAIME
NZ$257
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Komakusa Hotel
A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden deck, large rocks, and a building in the background.
A hotel with a modern design, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.
A wooden interior with a hot spring bath, wooden walls, and a view of greenery outside.

5. Okuhida Garden Hotel Yakedake

Okuhida Garden Hotel Yakedake
Takayama
United States
Yong
NZ$324
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Okuhida Garden Hotel Yakedake
A traditional Japanese onsen with a clear pool, wooden buildings, and cherry blossoms.
Coffee service
A person standing in front of a large window with a snowy landscape view.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a person in a kimono.

6. Awanoyu

Awanoyu
Matsumoto
United States
Mark
NZ$953
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Awanoyu
A wooden cabin with a hot tub, wooden stools, and a window overlooking greenery.
A wooden wall with a circular sign featuring a cartoon character and Japanese text.
A wooden cabin with three white baskets on shelves and a window overlooking a forest.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a clock, and a bulletin board.

7. Guesthouse Hoshizora no Akari

Guesthouse Hoshizora no Akari
Matsumoto
Canada
Yinan
NZ$181
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Guesthouse Hoshizora no Akari
A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden deck and tiled walls.
A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden cabinets, a tiled floor, and a wooden bench.
A multi-story hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered entrance area with a small garden.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and wooden furniture.

8. Tabist Kazeyuki

Tabist Kazeyuki
Takayama
Canada
Nina
NZ$328
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Tabist Kazeyuki
A natural rock formation with a water feature, surrounded by trees and a wooden structure.
A traditional Japanese entrance with a stone floor, wooden beams, and a sign above the doors.
A traditional wooden building with a sloped roof, surrounded by a natural hot spring area with rocks and steam.
A traditional wooden structure with a stone water feature and a wooden bridge.

9. Okuhida Hot Spring Hirayukan

Okuhida Hot Spring Hirayukan
Takayama
United States
Yusleidys
NZ$378
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Okuhida Hot Spring Hirayukan
A tranquil indoor pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery visible through large windows.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.
A reception area with a wooden counter, framed pictures, and a sign indicating the entrance.
A modern building with a sloped roof surrounded by dense greenery and tall trees.

10. Onsen Lodge Watari

Onsen Lodge Watari
Matsumoto
France
Florent
NZ$187
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Onsen Lodge Watari
A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden structure, a hot spring surrounded by rocks, and a view of snow-covered trees and buildings in the background.
A wooden interior with stone steps leading to a higher level.
A room with a view of mountains, a wooden railing, and a sandy floor.
A spacious living area with large windows, a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

11. Ryokan Sansui

Ryokan Sansui
Takayama
United Kingdom
Eilidh
NZ$427
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Ryokan Sansui
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a black pillow, and a patterned pillow. A white sink and wooden shelves are visible in the background.
A spacious room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV. Large windows provide natural light and a view of the outdoors.
A person pouring coffee into a cup, another person using a laptop, and a coffee maker on a table.
A bedroom with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

12. NORTHSTAR Loft

NORTHSTAR Loft
Matsumoto
Australia
Anna
NZ$519
19 Oct - 20 Oct
NORTHSTAR Loft
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table, and a view of greenery outside.
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a stone wall, and a building with balconies.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a brick wall backdrop.
A modern hotel room with a large sofa, a wooden chair, and a large mirror.

13. Kamikochi Lemeiesta Hotel

Kamikochi Lemeiesta Hotel
Matsumoto
United States
Shawna
NZ$1,385
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Kamikochi Lemeiesta Hotel
A traditional Japanese-style building with a stone pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and rocks.
A clear pool with a wooden gazebo in the center, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and trees.
A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden structure, a stone hot spring, and a view of a forested hillside.
A clear outdoor pool with rocks and a waterfall, surrounded by trees and a wooden structure.

14. Hodakaso Yamano Hotel

Hodakaso Yamano Hotel
Takayama
United States
Alissabeth
NZ$725
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hodakaso Yamano Hotel
A restaurant with wooden beams, chandeliers, and red upholstered chairs.
A room with a bed, a table, and two chairs. There is a balcony with a view of trees.
A natural outdoor setting with a stream, rocks, and dense greenery.
A hotel room with two single beds, each with a red patterned bedspread and white pillows. There are two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a chair with a striped cushion.

15. Wan Wan Paradise Takayama

Wan Wan Paradise Takayama
Takayama
Saudi Arabia
Fong
NZ$197
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Wan Wan Paradise Takayama
A traditional wooden structure with a stone pond, wooden benches, and a view of mountains.
A rustic wooden structure with a stone pond, wooden benches, and a table.
A snow-covered path leading to a lit building with a snow igloo on either side.
A traditional Japanese-style interior with wooden beams, tatami flooring, and a central sculpture.

16. Ryokan Yakenoyu

Ryokan Yakenoyu
Takayama
United States
John
NZ$501
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Ryokan Yakenoyu
Reception
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a radiator, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A building with a green triangular sign and a stone structure with Japanese characters.
A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, a clear sky, and a mountain in the background.

17. yama-niwa-INN - Hostel

yama-niwa-INN - Hostel
Shiojiri
NZ$151
4 Oct - 5 Oct
yama-niwa-INN - Hostel
Terrace/patio
A small wooden cabin with a red roof, a door, and a window, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.
Room
Interior

18. Asahi Prime Resort Cottages

Asahi Prime Resort Cottages
Asahi
Japan
MASAYUKI
NZ$519
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Asahi Prime Resort Cottages
A traditional Japanese onsen with a hot spring surrounded by snow-covered rocks and trees.
A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape with autumn foliage. Inside, there is a wooden desk with a lamp, a chair, and various items on the desk.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by rocks and trees with autumn foliage.
A traditional Japanese hot spring surrounded by rocks and trees.

19. Takumi no Yado Miyama Ouan

Takumi no Yado Miyama Ouan
Takayama
United States
Amihai
NZ$556
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Takumi no Yado Miyama Ouan
A traditional Japanese garden with a koi pond, wooden structures, and a small waterfall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a window with a view of trees, a chair, and a small table.
An indoor swimming pool with a view of trees through large windows.
A traditional Japanese building with a signboard, surrounded by cherry blossoms and a wet street at dusk.

20. Ryokan Gizan

Ryokan Gizan
Takayama
Thailand
Jeerapat
NZ$535
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Ryokan Gizan
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Learn more about Sawando

Nestled in the Japanese Alps, this charming village offers traditional ryokan stays and natural hot springs with mountain views. Explore nearby Matsumoto Castle's striking black exterior or hike the scenic trails of Kamikochi in the Northern Alps.

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A clear lake with a rocky shore, surrounded by lush green mountains and a partly cloudy sky.

Top Sawando Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Sawando

Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring

8/10 Good
"Convenient location just 8mns from the train station. We also found good restaurants just minutes away and the Matsumoto castle is close by as well as the YAYOI KUSAMA Museum. Rooms are on the small side and plastic shower cabin adjacent to the toilet are not typically associated with hotels in this price range. Breakfast had a good array of Japanese food choices and some western options too. Staff is very friednly an helpful. Onsen is quite nice with a hot bath inside and another outside. There is a cold pool and a sauna."
Philippe 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring
Ryokan Sansui

Ryokan Sansui

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely incredible stay at this authentic ryokan. The staff could not have been more helpful. They had several lovely onsen - some public and some private, the private ones didn’t need to be booked and we were able to use one without issue. The food was absolutely amazing - we booked half board and for dinner we were taken to our own room and brought an incredible array of Japanese foods and breakfast was a similar affair. If you are looking for a more local Japanese experience this is the perfect place!"
Eilidh 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Ryokan Sansui
Hotel Buena Vista

Hotel Buena Vista

8/10 Good
"Excellent breakfast Helpful stuff"
Ehud 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel Buena Vista
aduminoyu onyado nonomatsumoto

aduminoyu onyado nonomatsumoto

8/10 Good
"Booked very last minute and paid more than i planned but it was actually worth it. Its a traditional Japanese style hotel. Slippers / socks only once arrive. Free ramen at night and soft drinks. Rooms are exceptionally well equipped with no noise disturbance. Staff very helpful and welcoming and only 5mins walk from station and a wide variety of restaurants. Didnt use the pool or breakfast but both seemed very popular. And you get traditional pj’s to wear whilst in public areas and your room"
Karen 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
aduminoyu onyado nonomatsumoto
Richmond Hotel Matsumoto

Richmond Hotel Matsumoto

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, friendly staff everywhere in the hotel, great buffet breakfast to satisfy everyone. Thank you!"
Sophie 3-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Richmond Hotel Matsumoto
Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel

Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel has everything you need, great staff and amazing location to explore Matsumoto!"
Andrew 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel
Iroha Grand Hotel

Iroha Grand Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"A lovely hotel with nice decor. Ozuwa (apologies if I spelt her name wrong) was very very kind, welcoming and helpful in our check in process. She was amazing. Fantastic extras include a welcome drink, and the option of Ramen or ice cream between 8 and 10 PM. A memorable addition to the hotel stay!"
Kailey 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Iroha Grand Hotel
Takumi no Yado Miyama Ouan

Takumi no Yado Miyama Ouan

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent place for all included vacation, good and plenty food and a wonderful onsen."
Amihai 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Takumi no Yado Miyama Ouan
Kamikochi Hotel

Kamikochi Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The food is super good."
Kathy 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Kamikochi Hotel

More cheap accommodation in Sawando

Ryokan Matsukaze

Ryokan Matsukaze

11-2 Nakajo Matsumoto Nagano
NZ$94
30 Sept - 1 Oct
8.4/10 Very good! (125 reviews)
Ryokan Matsukaze
Hotel M Matsumoto

Hotel M Matsumoto

6F Conglo M, 1-3-11 Fukashi Matsumoto Nagano-ken
NZ$141
5 Oct - 6 Oct
8.8/10 Excellent! (281 reviews)
Hotel M Matsumoto
Komakusa Hotel

Komakusa Hotel

4293-2 Matsumoto nagano
NZ$257
30 Sept - 1 Oct
9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Komakusa Hotel
Tabist Kazeyuki

Tabist Kazeyuki

508-8, Okuhidaonsengo Hirayu Takayama Gifu
NZ$328
4 Oct - 5 Oct
9/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
Tabist Kazeyuki
Nunoya Ryokan

Nunoya Ryokan

3-5-7 Chuo Matsumoto Nagano
NZ$511
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Nunoya Ryokan
BUNA CABIN MATSUMOTO

BUNA CABIN MATSUMOTO

2-2-27 Kiri Matsumoto Nagano
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Sawando?
The best area to stay in Sawando is near the Sawando Bus Terminal, which acts as the gateway to the Kamikochi area.This compact area is the main hub for visitors, particularly for those planning to explore the stunning Japanese Alps. It's essentially a small cluster of hotels and inns located directly adjacent to or a short walk from the bus terminal. You'll find a few local eateries and convenience stores here, making it practical for last-minute supplies. The primary feature is its direct connection to the shuttle buses heading into Kamikochi, making early morning departures incredibly convenient.Travellers focused on hiking and outdoor adventures will find this area exceptionally convenient. Staying here means you can easily catch the first buses to Kamikochi in the morning, giving you a head start on the trails and allowing you to maximise your time in the mountains. It removes the stress of long commutes before or after a demanding hike.For those seeking a more traditional Japanese experience, some inns in the Sawando area offer onsen (hot spring) baths.
When is the best time to go to Sawando?
The best time to visit Sawando is during the late spring to early autumn months, specifically from May to October, when the weather is mild and the natural beauty of the Japanese Alps is at its peak.For those planning to explore the hiking trails and scenic routes, May and June offer pleasant temperatures and lush greenery as the snow melts. It's an ideal time for outdoor activities, with mountain flowers beginning to bloom.Couples often find September and October particularly appealing. The autumn foliage transforms the mountains into a stunning display of colours, creating a romantic backdrop for walks and drives. The cooler, crisp air is superb for enjoying the hot springs Sawando is known for, providing a relaxing end to a day of exploration.
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You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, although it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24 to 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to 'My Trips' and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by 'Fully refundable property' for hotels in Sawando.
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