Name: Uotoshi Ryokan
Address: 381-0402 Nagano, Yamanouchi, Sano 2563 , Japan, Sano 2563, Nagano, 381-0402, Japan
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £35 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.7

Uotoshi Ryokan

Nagano, Yamanouchi, Sano 2563 , Japan

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Guests who stayed here loved

“The owner was incredibly kind. Despite my late check-in, he patiently waited for me, which I truly appreciated. I absolutely adored my room. Though the ryokan is old, it has a warm, homey...”

Michelle

United Kingdom

“The host is very friendly and he can speak good English.”

Anthony

Australia

“The food was amazing and the owners were wonderful.”

Kaz

Canada

“It was great! The place has a lot of charm, traditional Ryokan and a nice Onsen. The owner is a symbol of Japanese hospitality, he gave us a lift to the monkey park and let us leave the baggage...”

Alicia-cr

Spain

“Authenticity!!!! - The staff are amazing and lovely people - The food!! - The Onsen!! - Just the whole dam experience was brilliant - 15 minutes from the Snow Monkey Park.”

Mark

Australia

“0ur host was extremely helpful. The meals were amazing, dinner was about 12 different dishes, predominantly fish. It would be a little difficult if you were vegetarian, as in most of Japan, but...”

John

United Kingdom

“A special charming place with very nice and interesting host in a green surrounding. We loved to have long walks through the countryside and enjoyed the onsen.”

Sandra

France

“The inn was conveniently located near the train station. Check-in was smooth with proper attention to Japanese etiquette in shared spaces. Was hooked after first session in the bath.”

Michael

Japan

“Breakfast was great! The hot spring bath was very nice as well, albeit a little run down owing to the age of the property. But it added to the charm! An inn run single-handedly by the owner. You'll...”

Shreya

India

“Traditional but not boring breakfast, very traditional but not not old and destroyed decor and, most of all, kind staff.”

Aleksander Japan

Japan

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Staff

9.5

Facilities

8.3

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Value for money

8.8

Location

8.9

Uotoshi Ryokan is set in the Yudanaka Onsen district of Yamanouchi, 10 km from Ryuoo Ski Park, 22 km from Suzaka City Zoo and 28 km from Zenkoji Temple. Offering free private parking, the 2-star ryokan is 4.4 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park. Nagano Station is 34 km away and Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 32 km from the ryokan. Each unit is equipped with a shared bathroom. At the ryokan, units come with a TV with cable channels. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests at the ryokan will be able to enjoy activities in and around Yamanouchi, like skiing and cycling. Matsumoto Airport is 103 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Yamanouchi, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

Hot spring bath

Availability

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Room type	Number of guests
Twin Room 2 futon beds
Deluxe Twin Room 2 futon beds

Guest review summary

Guests praised the host's kindness and helpfulness. The location is convenient, close to transport and attractions. Breakfast received positive feedback for its traditional style. Room comfort had mixed reviews, with some finding futons comfortable. Bathroom comfort also had varied opinions.

This is an automated summary based on 53 reviews from the past 12 months.

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Staff

9.5

Facilities

8.3

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Value for money

8.8

Location

8.9

Property surroundings

Facilities of Uotoshi Ryokan
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Bathroom

Shared toilet
Shared bathroom

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

Cycling
Skiing

Media & Technology

Cable channels
TV

Internet
Wired internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Services

Vending machine (drinks)
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Additional charge
Laundry

General

Non-smoking throughout
Heating

Wellness

Hot spring bath

Languages spoken

Japanese

House rules
Uotoshi Ryokan takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 21:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:30 and 07:00

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 5 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The Twin Room cannot accommodate extra guests.

You must inform the property in advance what time you plan to check in. If your check-in time changes, please update the property.

Guests who wish to have breakfast at the property can request in advance.

Please inform Uotoshi Ryokan in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

Uotoshi Ryokan offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Skiing
- Hot spring bath
Check-in at Uotoshi Ryokan is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
Room options at Uotoshi Ryokan include:
- Twin
The prices at Uotoshi Ryokan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Uotoshi Ryokan is 5.6 miles from the centre of Yamanouchi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

Uotoshi Ryokan