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Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel

Property class: 2
Art Deco hostel near Shibu

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A cozy interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a traditional Japanese building.
A room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a large window with a view of buildings outside.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a sliding door, and a staircase leading to another level.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, two beds with white bedding, a wooden ceiling, and large shoji screens.
A multi-story building with a sign reading 'Snow Monkey Lodge.'

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2960 Hirao, Yamanochi, Yamanouchi, Nagano, 3810401
  • Place, Yudanaka Hot Spring
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishimiya Shrine
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shibu
    ‪4 min walk‬

Room options

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors.

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a bed with a beige blanket, a wooden ceiling, and a large window.

Single Room, Non Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, two beds, a sliding door, and a view of the outside.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, tatami mats, a small table, and a chair.

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 9
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a fan, and a tatami mat floor.

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a sofa, a table, and a fan.

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, two beds with white bedding, a wooden ceiling, and large shoji screens.

Basic Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Yamanouchi

Hirao stay.A stay at this Hirao hostel places you steps from Yudanaka Hot Spring and within a 5-minute walk of Shibu. Nishimiya Shrine and Yumiya Shrine are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nishimiya Shrine - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shibu - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Yumiya Shrine - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shibuyu Bridge - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 6 min walk
  • Kaesa Station - 25 min drive
  • Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪味処 みかさ - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪HAKKO BEER STAND - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪YUDANAKA BREWERY COMPLEX “U” - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪小石屋カフェ - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪福十拉 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel

Art Deco hostel near Shibu
Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel offers its guests hot springs. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel also features multilingual staff, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Art Deco Yamanouchi hostel is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1961
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel offers 13 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and fans. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Yamanouchi hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and toilets with an electronic bidet. Housekeeping is provided on request. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in December 2025.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen). There are 2 hot springs open between 3:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 2 hot springs
  • Piano
  • Ski equipment rentals

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 5 detached shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

More

  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Laundry fee: JPY 1000

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Hot springs access available from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel to the airport?

Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel is 63.6 mi (94-min drive) away from the Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel ?

As of Oct 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel on Oct 16, 2026 start from $94, 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.

Does Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel .

Does Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel ?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel ?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel have a pool?

Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel to downtown Yamanouchi?

Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel is 0.5 mi away from Yudanaka Shibu Onsen.

Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

綺麗
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
静かで綺麗な施設でした。温泉の温度が高かったかな。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
チックアウトの時間等を告げていなかったにで、チェックアウトにスタッフがいないので戸惑いました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026