Located in the center of Shibu hot-spring area and a 5-minute drive from Yudanaka Train Station, Sakaeya offers Japanese-style accommodations. Guests can enjoy the on-site indoor/outdoor public hot-spring bath and wear the provided colorful Japanese Yukata robes. You can watch monkeys bathing in hot-spring water at the Snow Monkey Park, a 10-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Each comes with a satellite TV, a safety deposit box and a fridge. They include a private toilet, while bathrooms are shared. Guests are welcomed with a complimentary sweet snack and green tea upon arrival. Guests can relax at the shared lounge or shop for traditional gifts at the souvenir shop. Photocopying and luggage storage services are offered at the front desk. Free Wi-Fi is available at the public areas. A traditional multi-course is served for dinner and a Japanese set-menu for breakfast. Sakaeya Ryokan is a 10-minute walk from Heiwa Kannon and a 20-minute drive from Shiga Kogen Sun Valley Ski Resort. Zenko-ji Temple and JR Nagano Train Station are a 1-hour drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Open-air bath, ​Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
5 futon beds
4 futon beds
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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2 futon beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for Yamanouchi

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Thuy
    United States of America United States of America
    Meals and omotenashi were extraordinary. The paid shuttle to the Snow Monkey park is an excellent value, it drops you far further in than the public bus would. The staff is very accommodating and caring, and the room I had was extremely large and...
  • Jen
    United States of America United States of America
    Food was all gorgeous and tasty (very Japanese, so be prepared). Staff was very friendly and helpful, but leverage Google translate! The onsen in the hotel was fantastic, and it was fun to walk around town in our traditional clothing the hotel...
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    Adam
    United States of America United States of America
    The hospitality at Sakaeya is unmatched. I’ve stayed in a lot of nice places but never been treated so well anywhere in the world. This is a must visit destination.
  • Melissa
    United States of America United States of America
    Our room, which included a private onsen, was heavenly. Lots of room to lounge and relax and very comfortable for sleep. Our breakfast and lunch each day of our stay was also magnificent. We looked forward to each meal! The service provided by all...
  • Diana
    Singapore Singapore
    Comfy futons, big room, amazing dinner and breakfast, < 10 min drive to snow monkey park, great service
  • R
    Rachel
    United States of America United States of America
    Me and my husband has a wonderful time staying at Sakaeya. It was definitely one of out favorite experiences of this Japan trip. All the staffs are very friendly. The hotel room is very spacious and clean. We were worrying about the shared...
  • Holly
    United States of America United States of America
    The multi course meals catering to my vegetarian requests were innovative and delicious. The indoor and outdoor onsen were lovely, and it was a treat to walk on the old cobblestone street in yukata and geta.
  • Rebecca
    United States of America United States of America
    Wonderful and helpful staff, beautiful and comfy rooms, fabulous location.
  • Jamey
    United States of America United States of America
    I loved every part of our stay at Sakaeya. The customer service, the food (one of the best dinners of my life), the onsen, the traditional feel of our room, the vast selection of pillows, the location...it's absolutely amazing.
  • Jessica
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful small, cozy ryokan. We had a private onsen in our room and it was wonderful! Staff were beyond friendly and the food was amazing.

Area info

Amenities of Sakaeya
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)

Living Area

  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Kids' meals

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Strollers
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Baggage storage
    • Wake-up service
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • Safe

    General

    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by elevator

    Spa

    • Public Bath
    • Open-air bath
    • Hot spring bath

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules
    Sakaeya takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBNICOSUCCash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.

    Guests without a meal plan who want to eat breakfast and dinner at the property must make a reservation at least 7 days in advance.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Sakaeya

    • Check-in at Sakaeya is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Sakaeya is 4.3 miles from the center of Yamanouchi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Sakaeya include:

      • Twin
      • Family
      • Quad
      • Suite
    • Sakaeya offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hot spring bath
      • Public Bath
      • Open-air bath
    • Guests staying at Sakaeya can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • À la carte
    • The prices at Sakaeya may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, Sakaeya is popular with guests booking family stays.