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Shimaya

2.5 star property
Ryokan with free parking, steps from Yudanaka Hot Spring

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Point of interest
Daily full breakfast (JPY 1600 per person)
Reception
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shimaya welcomes travelers with its indoor mineral hot spring and 24/7 public bath. Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace after a full breakfast. The property offers high-speed WiFi, and the attentive staff consistently earns positive reviews from visitors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 10 tatami size))

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Toilet with electronic bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Toilet with electronic bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 10 tatami size)

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 10 tatami size)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Toilet with electronic bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 10 tatami size)

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 10 tatami size)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Toilet with electronic bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size)

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Toilet with electronic bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size)

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Toilet with electronic bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 8 tatami size)

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 8 tatami size)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Toilet with electronic bidet
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Map
Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401

What's nearby

  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Shibu - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Maruike Ski Area - 7 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 15 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 7 min walk
  • Iiyama Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪HAKKO BEER STAND - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪HAKKO YAMANOUCHI - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪そば処 やり屋 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪いさみ寿し - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Archies - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Shimaya

Ryokan near Yudanaka Hot Spring
Located close to Shibu and Jigokudani Monkey Park, Shimaya provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), an arcade/game room, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 24-hour public bath. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and hot springs on site
  • Luggage storage, karaoke, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Shimaya offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Separate tubs/showers, toilets with electronic bidets, and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,600 for adults and JPY 1,600 for children

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately JPY 1600 for adults and JPY 1600 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Shimaya Inn Yamanouchi
Shimaya Inn
Shimaya Yamanouchi
Shimaya
Shimaya Ryokan Hotel Yamanouchi-Machi
Shimaya Ryokan Japan/Yamanouchi-Machi, Nagano Prefecture
Shimaya Ryokan
Shimaya Yamanouchi
Shimaya Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Is Shimaya pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Shimaya?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shimaya?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shimaya?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shimaya located?

Situated in Yamanouchi, this ryokan is within a 5-minute walk of Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu. Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). Yudanaka Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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