Shimaya

2.5 star property
Ryokan near Shiga Kogen Ski Area in Yamanouchi

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Shimaya

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview of Shimaya

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Check out the area

Map
Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401
  • Popular LocationYudanaka Hot Spring2 min walk
  • Popular LocationShibu4 min walk
  • Popular LocationJigokudani Monkey Park7 min drive
  • AirportMatsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto)80 min drive

Room options

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 8 tatami size)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Yamanouchi

In Yamanouchi .You'll be steps from Yudanaka Hot Spring and within a 15-minute walk of Shiga Kogen Ski Area. Baio-ji Temple and Shibu are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 2 min walk
  • Shibu - 4 min walk
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 11 min walk
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 7 min drive
  • Ryuoo Ski Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 7 min walk
  • Iiyama Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • HAKKO - 4 min walk
  • 串道楽 - 5 min walk
  • 福十拉 - 5 min walk
  • 関谷醸造場 - 2 min walk
  • ラーメン徳味 - 9 min walk

About this property

Shimaya

Ryokan near Shiga Kogen Ski Area in Yamanouchi
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Shimaya offers its guests hot springs. An area shuttle, a train station pick-up service, and a train station drop-off service are free. A terrace, an arcade/game room, and karaoke are also featured at Shimaya. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Yamanouchi ryokan.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Shimaya offers 12 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, bidets, and toilets with an electronic bidet. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: JPY 1,600 for adults and JPY 1,600 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately JPY 1600 for adults and JPY 1600 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Shimaya Inn Yamanouchi
Shimaya Inn
Shimaya Yamanouchi
Shimaya
Shimaya Ryokan Hotel Yamanouchi-Machi
Shimaya Ryokan Japan/Yamanouchi-Machi, Nagano Prefecture
Shimaya Ryokan
Shimaya Yamanouchi
Shimaya Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Does Shimaya have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Shimaya.

How much does it cost to stay at Shimaya?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shimaya on May 17, 2024 start from $89.61, excluding 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.

Does Shimaya offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Shimaya, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 1600 for adults and JPY 1600 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Shimaya?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Shimaya?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Shimaya?

This ryokan offers free self parking.

Does Shimaya have a pool?

Shimaya does not have a pool.

Does Shimaya have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Shimaya have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this ryokan.

How close is Shimaya to downtown Yamanouchi?

Shimaya is 0.6 mi away from Yudanaka Shibu Onsen.

Shimaya Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 174 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Very traditional japanese style accommodation. Was decent accommodations, but a bit expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a small ryoken (bed and breakfast). You can reserve a private onsen (where you and your opposite gender companion) can bath together. The proprietor is nice and gave us a ride to see the snow monkeys. He spoke some English which was helpful as an American and the messages of gratitude from many countries and languages all over the walls suggest that many other travelers from all over the world had good stays.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended ryokan
If I could rate Shimaya an 11 out of 10, I would. The inn itself was so charming and wonderful, and that's long before you get to the wonderful hosts' hospitality, joy, and kindness. When we shared our plans for Nagano, we were told we HAD to check out Obuse...which was a worthwhile stop on our trip and definitely added to the richness we enjoyed in Japan! Thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff managing the hotel are warm & very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John-Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shimaya is a traditional inn with comfortable futons on tatami flooring. Nicely hot onsen, unique deep soaking bath in the room. Owners are lovely and it was extremely useful to be driven to the monkey park in time for it opening. That's a taxi fare of about 2000 yen so a generous honour provided by the owners. Great location

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean, and close to snow monkeys!! Owner was very hospitable, drove us to/from snow monkey park. Thank you for a very memorable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lilian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Robyn

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Although the room was spacious and parking was included, this was a very disappointing stay. The Onsen was dirty, the facility was extremely old and in need of an update. The breakfast was expensive for what you got. They did not restock breakfast, just not worth it. There is no elevator, the bedding is old and there are barely any restaurants around. We went to Goen restaurant - which was good… but also the only one open and nearby. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023