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Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel

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Basic Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Premium bedding, down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Premium bedding, down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
A hotel lobby with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, a rug, and a wall with colorful monkey artwork.
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils
Bathroom shower

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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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Single Room, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Premium bedding, down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View

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

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

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking

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

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View

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

About the neighborhood

Yamanouchi

Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel places you next to Yudanaka Hot Spring and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Shibu. This 13-room hostel has a bar/lounge along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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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
  • Heiwakannon - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

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
  • ‪ラーメン 徳味 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪As it. - Craft Beer and Vintage Clothing - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪いさみ寿し - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪中華料理 栄楽 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel

Renovated in 2025, Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel offers karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. There's free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services and luggage storage. Other amenities at this hot springs hostel include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include 5 bathrooms, refrigerators, and microwaves. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
There are 2 hot springs open between 3:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 2 hot springs
  • Karaoke
  • Piano
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Spa

  • 2 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 113 ºF

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1961
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated guestrooms - December 2025
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Extra futon (surcharge)
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance 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.

Optional extras

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

  • Futon bed fee: JPY 6000 per night
  • Laundry fee: JPY 1000

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Hot springs access available from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel ?

This hostel in Yamanouchi is within a 10-minute walk of Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu. You'll also find Heiwakannon and Nishimiya Shrine less than a mile away.

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

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel on Jul 13, 2026 start from $79, 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.

Is parking available on site at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel ?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel include a casino?

No, Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel ?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar/lounge.

Does Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy 2 hot springs at this hostel.

Does Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel .

Does Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel ?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel .

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