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Hotel Higashidate

Property class: 3

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A hot tub with a wooden interior and a view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.
A modern living room with a massage chair, sofa, and tatami mats.
A wooden cabin with a hot tub and a large window offering a view of the mountains.
A modern spa room with a wooden floor, a large bathtub, and a view of a mountain landscape through large windows.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a tray, and a sliding door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Happo Onsen 7149, Hirao, Yamanouchi, Nagano, 381-0401
  • Place, Shiga Kogen Ski Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ichinose Family Ski Area
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room (with Private Open-air Bath, Akane)

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a chair and table, and a large window providing natural light.

Deluxe Twin Room (with Private Open-air Bath, Akane)

  • Mountain view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room (with Private Open-air Bath, Yamabuki)

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a small table, and a seating area.

Deluxe Twin Room (with Private Open-air Bath, Yamabuki)

  • Mountain view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese Style Suite with Private Open-air Bath, Aoba

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and shoji screens.

Japanese Style Suite with Private Open-air Bath, Aoba

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese Style Suite with Private Open-air Bath, Beniyuki

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a sliding shoji screen.

Japanese Style Suite with Private Open-air Bath, Beniyuki

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Japanese Western Style Room, Shared Bathroom

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and chairs.

Superior Japanese Western Style Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Japanese Western Style Room, Private Bathroom

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a television on a stand.

Superior Japanese Western Style Room, Private Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room (with Private Open-air Bath, Shiun)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

Deluxe Twin Room (with Private Open-air Bath, Shiun)

  • Mountain view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room (with Private Open-air Bath, Seiho)

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a television, and a sliding door.

Deluxe Twin Room (with Private Open-air Bath, Seiho)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Twin room with Terrace & Open-Air Bath (Tougetu) Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a dining area with a view.

Comfort Twin room with Terrace & Open-Air Bath (Tougetu) Non Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Twin room with Terrace & Open-Air Bath (Mizuki) Non Smoking

A modern living room with a massage chair, sofa, and tatami mats.

Comfort Twin room with Terrace & Open-Air Bath (Mizuki) Non Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Yamanouchi

Located in Shiga Highlands, Hotel Higashidate is next to Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Higashitateyama Gondola Lift. This 32-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Ichinose Family Ski Area - 10 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Ichinose Diamond Ski Resort - 10 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Hasuike Ski Area - 10 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 32 min drive
  • Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪山ノ内大勝軒 - ‬6 min drive
  • SORA terrace
  • ‪中国料理 獅子 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪大勝軒 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪かもしか - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Hotel Higashidate

Guests of Hotel Higashidate enjoy a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include a meeting room, laundry facilities, and a gift shop.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in down comforters. Safes, phones, and toothbrushes and toothpaste are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe).

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Natural pool
  • Sauna
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Spa

  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-5 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Hotel Higashidate Yamanouchi
Higashidate Yamanouchi
Higashidate
Hotel Higashidate Hotel
Hotel Higashidate Yamanouchi
Hotel Higashidate Hotel Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Higashidate?

Hotel Higashidate offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Higashidate?

As of Aug 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Higashidate on Sep 4, 2026 start from $241, 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.

What can I see close to Hotel Higashidate?

This hotel is situated in Shiga Highlands, just steps from Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Higashitateyama Gondola Lift. You'll also find Ichinose Family Ski Area and Maruike Ski Area within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Higashidate?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel Higashidate have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Higashidate doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Higashidate?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Higashidate good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter and slippers as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Higashidate?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Hotel Higashidate feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel Higashidate doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Higashidate allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Higashidate.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Higashidate?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Higashidate?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Hotel Higashidate that offer a balcony.

Hotel Higashidate Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cleanliness, Kenzo-San and the team are amazing Great Onsen and solid food
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Such a kind staff and well managed property. If you want an authentic ski experience in the Japanese Alps, I highly recommend staying here. The included breakfast and dinner exceeded expectations and we never wanted to go anywhere else during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff and excellent breakfast and dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel staff is amazing. Hard working and they take care of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jun

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Excellent customer service. Facilities including room and hallways are a bit outdated and certain areas in need of repair.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Winnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff is super helpful. Location is fantastic. On the slope, close to the chairlift. You can get your lift ticket at the chairlift station and you can rent your skis at the hotel. Great breakfasts and dinners provided by the hotel. Unbelievable views. Not far from the shuttle bus stop. Head down to your left side and the hotel is the second one down. Highly recommended if you want a traditional japan accomodation experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Honey

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except housekeeping. Instead of full-time staff, the interns were the ones cleaning the rooms. Socks was swept beneath the bed, personal pillows and clothes were left on the ground. Only the edge of the table was wiped. Replenishing of toilet mugs kept decreasing and even had some suspicious liquid in it on the last day of housekeeping. Onsen towels were not cleared and kept piling up.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kuniko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
お部屋もお料理も満足です
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

のんびりするのに最適です。

とてもゆっくりできました。 また行きたいです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Warin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private onsen in room. Japanese style breakfast and dinner. Ski-in-ski-out to gondola and quad lift which lead to many beginner to advance trails. Loads of amenities. Park a car at hoppo onsen bus stop and call the hotel to pick us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing Views and Service

We were looking for somewhere unique to stay while skiing Shiga Kogen and absolutely found it here. The couple that runs it works very hard to ensure that everything is perfect during your stay from picking you up at the bus stop (if needed), prepping AMAZING breakfasts and dinners and answering any questions you may have. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Relaxing truly enjoyable stay in Higashidate hotel

This lovely hotel was built long time ago but it is well maintain, located in Happo Onsen right by the gondola. The staff are very polite and helpful. They sent us detailed instructions how to reach the hotel and provided the pick up transport from the bigger bus station. We stayed in their premium room with private Onsen, an amazing massage chair and great views on ski slopes and the surrounding mountains. To be honest, we had hard time to motivate ourselves to leave our room and go skiing :) The dining was great, our breakfasts and dinners were served in private dining area and we truly enjoyed the delicious meals and humbled and polite service. We hope to be back next year! THANK YOU!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities, room, food and location were all excellent. The hotel is right next to a ski lift and beginner slope. The staff and owner were extremely helpful and courteous. I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Shiga Kogen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Swee Choo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s a wonderful place to stay with a spectacular view from our room with private onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Tak Shing

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018