Ryokan Suminoyu

3.0 star property
Ryokan with a full-service spa, steps from Shibu

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Shibu-onsen, Shimotakai-gun, Yamanouchi, Nagano, 381-0401
  • Shibu
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

Japanese Style Room, Half Board

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room, Room Only

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room, Breakfast Included

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Yamanouchi

Ryokan Suminoyu places you next to Shibu and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Yudanaka Hot Spring. This 12-room, 3-star ryokan has a full-service spa along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Shibu - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 13 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Mount Yokote - 15 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 7 min drive
  • Zenkojishita Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪猿座株式会社 まちノベイト - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Farmhouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪そば処 やり屋 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪HAKKO - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪羅臼庵 - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Ryokan Suminoyu

Ryokan with a full-service spa, steps from Shibu
Guests staying at Ryokan Suminoyu enjoy features like a full-service spa and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free train station shuttle. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and toilets with an electronic bidet. Refrigerators and safes are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the ryokan's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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. There are hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Filipino, Japanese, Thai

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot springs

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Full-service spa

  • Hot springs
  • Massage
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Spa open daily
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booking rooms with Half Board must check in by 6 PM to receive dinner. Dietary restrictions and specific food requests cannot be accommodated.

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-6 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the free train station pick-up service. 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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.
  • 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

Ryokan Suminoyu Yamanouchi
Ryokan Suminoyu
Suminoyu Yamanouchi
Suminoyu
Ryokan Suminoyu Ryokan
Ryokan Suminoyu Yamanouchi
Ryokan Suminoyu Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Ryokan Suminoyu?

This ryokan is located in Yamanouchi, just steps from Shibu and Onsen-ji Temple, and within a short walk of Shibuyu Bridge. You'll also find Yudanaka Hot Spring and Jigokudani Monkey Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Ryokan Suminoyu?

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

Is there a spa available at Ryokan Suminoyu?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does Ryokan Suminoyu feature a casino at the property?

No, Ryokan Suminoyu doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ryokan Suminoyu?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

Is Ryokan Suminoyu a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this ryokan will appreciate amenities like a full-service spa and hot springs plus some accommodations include mountain views.

Are there hot tubs at Ryokan Suminoyu?

No, but guests can enjoy on-site hot springs at this ryokan.

Does Ryokan Suminoyu have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Ryokan Suminoyu doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Ryokan Suminoyu allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ryokan Suminoyu.

Are there connecting rooms at Ryokan Suminoyu?

No, this ryokan doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ryokan Suminoyu?

No, at Ryokan Suminoyu, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Ryokan Suminoyu Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, from check in to check out. Amenities available were great & dinning room staff were very friendly & explained all the dishes. Onsen was fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sami

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. Delicious meals at the Ryokan and they catered to my dietary needs! They made me delicious vegan and gluten-free dinner and breakfast. I loved the bathhouse as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

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

wonderful Ryokan with delightful staff

We had a wonderful two night stay here, one in a traditional Japanese room and one in a modern Japanese room. The staff did everything to make us welcome; they are super friendly and helpful. You have everything you need for a stay in an onsen town. The kaiseki dinner was delicious - served in a dining room not in the room, and breakfast wonderful too. The roof level onsen is clean and tidy and has great views from the outside pools - the men's more so as the women's have a bamboo discretion fence. But you can see over it. Collected and dropped at Yudanaka station to meet our trains Heartily recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Janelle

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Incredible rooftop bathing

Fantastic ryokan within Shibu Onsen - the rooftop spring are so nice that we barely felt the need to leave the town, and the food and service was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Issanagui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

JIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shufang

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique dining, excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christoph

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aureliusz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

cody

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was amazing! Never have I stayed with a more friendly staff. They were very helpful with everything. The tradition Japanese experience was perfect from the public hot baths to the great food served at dinner and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely traditional Ryokan. The staff were lovely and welcoming and went out of their way to make our stay memorable. They offer free collection and delivery to the train station and drop off to the snow monkey resort. The food is beautifully presented and very traditional. They also have a lovely onsen to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

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

A wonderful time

A really special place. Amazing room, onsen and food. The service was absolutely amazing. We had the most special time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Judanaka station transfers were so very convenient for us as well as the transfers to Snow Monkey Park. The staff were incredibly patient and helpful even though we did not speak Japanese. The food served was really incredible. Even the kids meal was very thoughtfully planned and tasty. Location was perfect, it was so close to the shrine and a tiny play area with snow for kids was right next door. They also had a foot bath and next to an area with foot baths. The onsen on site was very nice especially the outdoor one. Not crowded at all. We had everything we needed, even great espresso at the front desk. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ward

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

First rate service

The place shows it’s age a little but the hospitality is first rate
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boon Kiat

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

Best Ryokan to stay.

the stay was very nice, very nice lady boss and very friendly, The room was large and extremely cozy and warm for ryokan stay. breakfast and dinner we have was so good. just love it. They supplied us with the key for the 9 public onsens and all the instructions. We also had all the necessary items for the onsen trips including warm jackets for going out. The onsen at the hotel is indoor and outdoor with an amazing view outdoors.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kia Hung

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

Fantastic Stay

Definitely the best decision to change our booking (for 03 families) to Suminoyu Ryokan as the overall stay was a superb one right from the start. It was also a 2nd time stay in this ryokan for one of us. Lady proprietor greeted us warmly outside the ryokan after we had parked our cars and her team immediately sprang into action welcoming and helping us with the bags and parking. It had snowed the night before so the roads were snowed in and iced and very cold. As we were heading into snow monkey park, lady boss was concerned with the ladies' footwear and gladly offered her personal snow boots to 2 of our female travellers. The rooms were clean, cosy and well maintained taking into account that the ryokan was fully booked. Dinner and breakfast were served in a room separated for each travelling party. Service were prompt and excellent especially from a lady staff ( Filipina) who is always obliging and smiley. The Onsen on the top floor was good and we enjoyed hot soaks daily with an awesome view of the mountain range. Check out was swift and the farewell experience from lady owner and her team was with the highest recognition to their guests. They stood and waited to bid goodbye out in the cold even when we gestured that we would take a while to get ready. Overall it was a great stay and the experience we had was exceptional from the team in Suminoyu Ryokan. Thank you Suminoyu Ryokan, we will sure to be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so kind and helpful, and the included meals were exquisite. We were picked up from Yudanaka station and driven to the Snow Monkey Park the next morning. The location is within a block of two public onsens, but the hotel’s own onsen is even nicer and well-appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ze Xi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

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

Great Ryokan Experience

Lovely ryokan experience at a reasonable price! Felt like a new property, with great rooms, food, and hospitality for our entire stay. Highly recommended for your first time staying at a ryokan, especially in an onsen village
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

matt

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

Lovely small traditional onsen hotel.

Lovely small hotel. Very clean, great service. Great onsen on top floor. Traditional Japanese dinner was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was lovely and comfortable, the staff was very pleasant, friendly and helpful. The superb dinner and breakfast were really memorable and a highlight of my trip!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah

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

Such a good time. Definitely would book again!

Really nice place. You get access to the 9 onsen nearby and the town is cute and quiet. Definitely opt in for meals, they are AMAZING.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely stay at this Ryokan and would highly recommended it. Staff were kind & accomandating and made sure I felt welcome as a solo traveller. When they heard I intended to visit the monkey park the day I arrived, they especially arranged for transportation to take me there. The ryokan is english-friendly, especially my server for dinner who could hold a conversation. Food featured local ingredients and was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023