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Hotel Housei

Nagano · Japan

Yudanaka Onsen Yamanouchi ChoView location

9.0/10Excellent239 Reviews
Cleanliness8.6/108.6
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition8.2/108.2
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About Hotel Housei

With a stay at Hotel Housei in Yamanouchi, you'll be in the suburbs, a 3-minute walk from Shiga Kogen Ski Area and 9 minutes by foot from Yudanaka Hot Spring. This ski hotel is 0. 7 mi (1. 2 km) from Shibu and 2. 9 mi (4.

7 km) from Jigokudani Monkey Park. Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this hotel, which also features hot springs and an outdoor tennis court. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.

Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/café.

Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 9 AM for a fee. Make yourself at home in one of the 39 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access is available.

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Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and toilets with an electronic bidet. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Yamanouchi (Sano), Hotel Housei is within a 15-minute walk of Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu. This ski hotel is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Shiga Kogen Ski Area and 17.8 mi (28.7 km) from Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort.

Make yourself at home in one of the 39 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and electric kettles.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Banquet facilities
Transportation services
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Unicode Support true Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions Pets allowed (no fees)

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • Property Alerts

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

    • 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.
    • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

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

  • You need to know
    • Hot springs access available from 1:00 PM to 5:30 AM.
    • 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.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
  • Special Instructions
    If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1500 for adults and JPY 1500 for children

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Japanese

    English

Nearby attractions

Yumiya Shrine 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Nishimiya Shrine 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Yudanaka Hot Spring 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Baio-ji Temple 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Shibu 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Heiwakannon 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Shibuyu Bridge 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Sake Storehouse and Museum 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Onsen-ji Temple 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Minzoku Shiryokan Gosetsu No Yakata 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Shiga Kogen Romance Museum 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Japan Clay Dolls Museum 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Kokugonji 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Ryuoo Ski Park 9.2 km / 5.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 39
  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
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  • Clothes dryer
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic
  • Ski pass
Upon availability

Room types

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  • Room JAPANESE ROOM NON SMOKINGRoom • JAPANESE ROOM NON SMOKINGROO.JE-NM

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  • QUADRUPLE STANDARDQUADRUPLE • STANDARDQUA.ST

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    Room code: QUA.ST

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  • SINGLE ECONOMYSINGLE • ECONOMYSGL.EY

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hotel Housei

9.0
Excellent
239 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.6 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
8.2 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
29 May 2026
Sarah
A very cute Ryokan with a nice onsen. The property is fairly run down, but otherwise a nice and quiet location and was clean.
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2026
Akiko
Excellent!!
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2026
Norma
The breakfadt was traditional and very plentiful. The onsen hot springs were very enjoyable and relaxing although the outdoor pool was very hot.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Robert
The Onsen was wonderful and relaxing, staff were extremely friendly and provided services like a pickup/dropoff at the train station and a shuttle to the entrance to the Snow Monkey Park. There was also a great view of the town from our window on the 4th floor.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2026
Brenden
Hotel housei was my favorite stay in Japan, even after spending triple as much money for some other hotels. The staff is simply amazing, they went above and beyond for accommodation. Kei at the front desk was very helpful in showing me around the hotel & also recommended a restaurant that was one of my favorite I’ve been to. The gentlemen at the front desk even set up a specific shuttle for me to the snow monkey park because I was going to leave before their set time. They took me alone to the park in the morning, and even offered to pick me up and shuttle me back after I had checked out to the train station! Seriously an amazing establishment, I could not recommend them more.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2026
Grant
Nice japanese style room, easy walk from station in nice location. Food very good. Lovely onsen
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
Rosie
Amazong food, friendly staff, spacious rooms, and wonderful onsen
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Feb 2026
Sze Ling
Returned visit. Like this small province. Hotel staffs are friendly and helpful. Cosy and spacious room. Family run ryokan. Provides complimentary shuttle to nearby train station and snow monkey park which is very much appreciated. However, shuttle service from station to hotel will not be entertained after 8pm. It is not a ski in / out hotel. Need to take the hotel shuttle to station to take another bus service to go up the ski station vice versa. Do advise the arrangement of return pick up with the hotel from the station after confirming which timing of bus approaching the station from the ski station. The hot spring is beautiful with the outdoor view. Thank you for the hospitality.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2026
Shane
The shuttle bus driver waiting at the station was very friendly and took care of our bags. Arriving at the hotel, the staff greeted us very warmly and quickly got us into our rooms. The superior room was very beautiful and had a fantastic view of the snowy mountains, and the outdoor onsen with the snow coming down and around it was gorgeous and extremely relaxing. We didnt do the meals, but it smelled so good that next time we're definitely including meals in our stay. In the morning, we took their provided shuttle to the snow monkey park and enjoyed ourselves there before we came back. The whole area was very walkable and we loved every minute being there. Only complaint I have is that there is no conditioner in the men's onsen showers. We fully intend on staying here again!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Jan 2026
Chris
The staff were all pleasant and friendly. The two girls at reception were helpful and spoke enough English to be understood if not used google translate. The Thai man who looked after breakfast was great.
The onsens were fabulous and the temperatures alternated between them on different days
The room was a good size (one person) a little dated but that was ok
The shuttle to the train station was available any time in the mornings and it was only a 4 minute walk back in the afternoon
Lots of restaurants close by
Breakfast buffet was plentiful with Japanese and western options available
Definitely not a ski in/out hotel as advertised on the websites
Would recommend if looking for off the mountain budget accommodation
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jan 2026
Alexey
Really enjoyed the indoor and outdoor onsen experience, the outdoor onsen being a huge highlight as it was snowing outside at the time. The room was really spacious and very comfortable
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2026
Shiv
Taking the price per night into account, the hotel was very good value. The furniture and such are quite dated, but they ae kept neat and clean. The breakfast buffet spread is quite extensive. Mostly Chinese items, given most of their guests, but I enjoyed it. The staff was courteous, though communication is a challenge, which is to be expected in this part of Japan.
Improvement opportunities- I would like for them to run their shuttle to the train station later into the evening.
And second, post a notice on onsen rules in English in the onsen. Not all western tourists are aware of them, as I found out.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2026
Gerardo
There was a shuttle expecting us outside Yudanaka station, even though it's just a 6min walk to the hotel, but much appreciated when you're carrying bags. The place is beautiful and the private onsen: AMAZING (indoor and outdoor). Breakfast was a nice varied Buffet and loved the provided yukatas. Would definitely go back!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
Sue
Staff was outstanding. Very helpful. Wonderful breakfast with lots of options
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2026
Sara
The room with private bath is great! Great hospitality, too! We had dinner and breakfast, they’re delicious! Really enjoyed our stay!
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2026
Song-sy
Super hospitality! Partner & I appreciated the hotel free shuttle provided. Staff anf service standard commendable.👍
Wished we had stayed longer. So hope to come back to stay at this hotel the next time.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
23 Dec 2025
Maryelle
Cleanliness was lacking . The rooms were dated , and not well well maintained . Toilet smells of dried pee.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2025
Carlos
Fantastic room! Great amenities. Great nearby restaurants. Staff was friendly, welcoming and kind.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2025
Coleen
Fabulous location with lovely traditional rooms. Shuttle to and from station and to the Snow Monkey park with ample time to see the monkeys. Shops and restaurants within walking distance.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2025
Alie
Our family of six had a lovely stay! We loved the dinner/breakfast/free shuttle to the snow monkeys and train and the staff was so friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend !
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2025
Naoko
The staff was friendly and nice. The van driver gave us rides to and from Snow Monkey Park and to the train station - very helpful! We enjoyed the dinner and breakfast came with the plan. We also enjoyed the inside/outside hot springs. Affordable hotel with excellent customer service!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Oct 2025
John
Manager and staff were super friendly and helpful. Room was very spacious. Traditional sleeping mat was very comfortable and I probably got my best night's sleep while on this trip. Walls are a little thin, but all guests were quiet and respectful of others. Baths looked great but unfortunately didn't get to use them. With size 15 feet I wouldn't expect any of the hotel slippers to fit. We had excellent meals within a 5 minute walk. Really enjoyed Yamanouchi!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 May 2025
Regina
It was really nice, we had 2 rooms for our family and one of the room had a private hot spring (I think they only have it in the first floor). When you’re booking it’s better to book the rooms in one name if you’re planning on multiple rooms, so that way they can put you guys together but it was fine because we got one room with an Onsen. They also park your car for you because they have their own parking space and they give back your keys at check out.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2025
Dominika

Amazing stay

Amazing stay. The gentleman at the front desk who spoke great English was lovely, he helped us with everything and was also attentive during our kaiseki dinner, helping explain everything. We had a tatami room, it was nice, the bathroom a little dated, but the onsen was fabulous. The outdoor onsen was beautiful. Loved our stay here and can recommend it to anyone.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2025
Emma
We stayed here for the ryokan experience and to visit the snow monkeys which we perfectly achieved. The dinner was a masterpiece with so many small dishes I couldn’t count. The staff were lovely and helped get us to the snow monkeys for opening time and arranged to collect us to drop us back to the station which was so appreciated.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2025
Verified traveler

Relaxing trip to Yudanaka

Wonderful stay in Yudanaka Hotel Housei. Everything from check in to check out was superb. The staff were so friendly and helpful. They drove us to the Snow Monkey park and to the train station. The breakfast buffet was delicious with so many traditional foods. Onsen was relaxing after a cold day walking around. Will be back!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2025
Verified traveler
Good atay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Aubrey
Went with the half board and used the osen. Both completely exceeded my family's expectations. Loved everything!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2025
Aik Leng
Good customer attention and quick check in with bus transport pick up and send off
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
02 Mar 2025
Thu

Lovely ryokan experience

Great hotel, really nice and accommodating staff. It's a great way to have a traditional ryokan experience. Great size room, and great location for the small town. Really good value for what you get, we would love to come back.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2025
SONYA

Great central location in Yamanouchi

This is a great family friendly hotel. We booked a room with a private onsen which was absolutely worth the extra cost. The hotel has a shuttle which will take you to/from the Yudanaka station and the snow monkey park. This was a great place to stay.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Feb 2025
Sadie
Great hotel. Friendly staff. They picked us up from train station and took us to monkey park. Its made our one night stay easy. The onsen was nice. Not much food around town, so go to dinner early.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Feb 2025
Tina
Amazing onsen and the friendliest staff you will ever meet. The traditional Japanese room was large and futons were comfier than expected.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2025
Nicole
Staying at the hotel was a unique Japanese experience. Outdoor onsen was magical. Freezing out of the water, but lovely and warm in the water. There was a Japanese garden around the bath. Staff were friendly and had a good sense of humour. There was a free shuttle to the station and the snow monkey park. The hotel was only 8 minutes walk from the station. Thank you Housei Hotel for an enjoyable stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2025
Jade
The staff was standout at Hotel Housei, they went above and beyond to ensure enjoyable stay. The meals were beautifully presented with wide variety of different foods. The room was spacious with tatami mats. Loved the indoor and outdoor baths / springs. Close to everything. Unexpected top notch service and value, indeed a winner.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
12 Jan 2025
Verified traveler
Free pick from the train station. Free shuttle to the monkey park. Onsite onsen was nice.Went there every night. Service was very good. my only minor issue was that breakfast was the same everyday.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Jan 2025
isaac
We loved the size of the rooms. The views from the rooms were spectacular too. However, most staff cannot converse well in English hence do note. Loved the onsen. Only issue was that our request in getting extra towels was rejected.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2024
Kalpesh

Awesome place to stay

Nice, clean hotel. Great location
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
Pierce

Hidden Gem: Hotel Housei in Yudanaka

We discovered a lovely gem in Yudanaka, Hotel Housei, a mere 7-minute walk from Yudanaka Station. For added convenience, the hotel offers complimentary pickup and drop-off services from the station with prior arrangement.

The hotel's personalized touch impressed us:

- Complimentary shuttle services to and from the famous Snow Monkey park at our desired times
- Spacious rooms with beautiful tatami mats and stunning outdoor/indoor onsen facilities

The dinner was exceptional – Sukiyaki beef. Breakfast was traditional Japanese-style, adding to the authentic experience.

Hotel Housei exceeded our expectations, and we would love to return. Additional amenities include a spacious waiting lobby.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2024
Hwee Chong

Wonderful base to explore the Yamanouchi area

Wonderful ryokan-style hotel. Stayed for 2 nights with half-board, and the meals (dinner and breakfast) were excellent. The staff were attentive and engaging, taking the time to introduce the dinner menu to us.

Chose this place for my children's first ski experience. Just a 30-minute drive to Shiga Kogen where all the ski resorts are.

The hotel offers both indoor and outdoor onsens. Simply superb for a hot, relaxing soak after a day on the ski slopes. Highly recommended!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2024
Aislinn
Really fantastic stay. Both for the experience, and easy location to the monkey park (which the staff provided a free shuttle to and from).
Decided to go for half board - breakfast/dinner - and the food was SO good, especially the second night’s dinner. Staff were all wonderful and attentive and the Onsen (indoor and outdoor) was the perfect way to end the day. 10/10 recommend and will stay here again if I’m back in the area.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2024
Michael
Really enjoyed my 6-night stay here. It really is a traditional Japanese hotel and experience and loved the friendly and helpful staff, and the location is just a short 10 min scenic stroll across the river to the bus/train station.
Didnt know what to expect but the Japanese style tatami rooms were cosy and comfy, and the outdoor onsen was just what was needed after a day on the ski slopes.
The half-board option is a must if you love Japanese food and each night was like a little banquet with an array of different and fresh local dishes, and was great value.
Not a 5-star hotel by any means if thats your thing, but all in all a great stay and good location and Yudanaka is quaint little village at the foot of the Alps, that is worth a wander around, as Shibuya Onsen and Snow Monkeys are closeby.
Dōmo arigatōgozaimasu
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2024
Jayvee
Loved my stay at Hotel Housei. Yamanouchi is one of my favourite places in Japan and this is a great place to stay as it is within walking distance of Yudanaka and Shibu Onsen. Hotel Housei provides shuttle service to Snow Monkey Park and Ski areas nearby.

Dining and breakfast options were great.

I must also mention the staff is very English-friendly which made things very easy for me.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2024
Angel
The service here was amazing, best stay!!
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2024
c
We booked two nights here, and it was amazing. The staff was very attentive and helpful, they even shuttle you to and from monkey park, and the train station! Which I had no idea, so it was a lovely surprise. The outdoor and indoor baths were a fun experience. Our rooms were also clean and comfortable to be in. We’re not used to the traditional Japanese beds, but we managed! Overall experience was lovely. I will definitely be going back next time
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2024
Jason

Yamanouchi’s Best Small Hotel

This place is simply a gem, everything about the hotel, staff, food was too class and a major benefit was the free on site onsen facilities.

It is close to the train station and plenty of great dinning options within easy walking distance from the hotel.

The hotel also offers free shuttle bus services for you to the station, the snow monkeys and a few other places, they even took me to the chemist to get medicine for one of our family group members.

Cannot rate this hotel highly enough👍
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2024
Verified traveler

Great onsen experience at bargain price

I picked this hotel for visiting snow monkey hot spring park and its shuttle service to the park and train station. The staff are very friendly. They don’t speak English but using google translate between them and guests solves any barrier. The hotel is dated and it shows but I found everything clean enough and had a very comfortable stay. Highly booking with the meal included. A very good idea all and all and they have both indoor and outdoor onsen areas. Rooms are fairly large and shuttle service is convenient. The owner is friendly and outgoing. I wouldn’t come here only for onsen experience and it was a great stay to combine it with other destinations in the area.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2024
darren
awesome staff!
10/10
Exceptional
16 Dec 2023
Chris
The staff provided such a warm welcome and really helped create an enjoyable visit for our family. We very much appreciated the complimentary shuttle service and while we only speak English, the staff were so patient with us and we were able to communicate fine. We appreciated being able to store our luggage there after check out. The Japanese-style room with tatami mats and futons really completed our memorable experience of traditional Japanese hospitality. Thank you.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2023
Bryan
The staff were very helpful. The room was spacious. It was amazing to have our own private in-room onsen! We really enjoyed that. It was wonderful to have close access to the Jigakudani Monkey Park and the amazing mountain peaks. My complaint might be directed toward the property or it might be directed toward Expedia. Expedia explicitly stated that there was laundry, but there was no laundry available in the hotel. I specifically looked to book a hotel with laundry in the midst of our mountain trekking trip. I had to schlep my family's bags of dirty clothes 15 minutes across town and sit in a laundromat since there was none in the hotel. Expedia and Hotel Housei need to sit down together and get all the facts straight!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2023
David
We loved staying at Hotel Housei. The staff was so nice. They went out of their way to help. As you are out of the city, English is more challenging but they really try to help communicate with you and ensure your needs are met. I would recommend staying here to really immerse yourself with the Japanese culture. Stay in the Ryokans to sleep on the futon. Rooms are spacious. They provide Kimonos for the Onsen (super relaxing) and a shuttle to see the snow monkeys (really convenient). The hotel is walking distance from the train station. Note that it is about 30 mins to the ski area of Shiga Kogen but they have a bus/shuttle readily available to get to the slopes. I cant speak highly enough of the staff and how friendly and nice they are. I would recommend staying here and would come back.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2023
Rebecca
Great onsen...short local bus ride from monkey park. Get the half board option, great dinner and breakfast. Hot springs was great..traditional..no bathing suit.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Feb 2023
Verified traveler
Great food and good location
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2023
Julie Ann

Experienced Japan in traditional way.

My stay here is definitely one of the highlights of my Japan trip.

All the staffs are welcoming. The hospitality they gave to me is superb. The room is so spacious specially for solo traveller like me. And felt the traditional room/atmosphere. I enjoyed the whole afternoon staying inside the hotel with tatami floors.

They brought me to snow monkey park entrance and to Yudanaka train station the next day.

If you are booking with them, make sure include the halfboard (dinner and buffet breakfast). I enjoyed the food a lot while wearing the traditional dress yukata which they provides.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Feb 2023
sheila
Staff so hospitable. Picked me up the bus station and the meals pre -arranged is a must to enjoy local cuisine. It's hard to get food nearby on winter time. My private Onsen at is amazing.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jan 2023
Haley
Staff was very helpful & friendly, and the room was beautiful!
Maybe bring your own pillow, though, if you’re a side-sleeper.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2023
Yu
Loved the hospitality of the hotel staff. Enjoyed the stay there and the staff made it easy for us to get around with the free shuttle service to snow monkey park and the train station. We loved the outdoor natural onsen. The breakfast was good as well, good variety of cooked and fresh Japanese food.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
07 Jan 2023
Derwin

Great place to stay to see the snow monkeys

Comfortable, clean, and close to the bus station. Shuttle to see the snow monkeys was great. Onsen was awesome. Traditional Japanese meals.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Dec 2022
Zheyun
Wonderfully welcoming staff! We were impressed by the service at check in! They also helped us store luggage on the check out date and offered a ride to the station. We were able to take the free shuttle to see the Snow monkey park (ride at 9:30am and pickup at 12pm). They were very helpful overall, providing recommendation and help with finding restaurant and also providing help with taking the bus to ski resort. Nice Japanese buffet style breakfast and all day onsen. Very cute local speciality stands in the front desk for purchase as gifts. Overall, highly recommend it! Really enjoyed interacting with the staff here.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2022
Alex
The service was excellent throughout my stay. They provided me transport to Monkey Park, and there after to Liyama station for my onward trip. Service was really attentive and always with a smile!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Dec 2021
Nathaniel

First-class service and and good pricing.

This is my favorite hotel. Although the price is reasonable they are always generous and kind, feeding me delicious meals, parking my car and providing an outdoor onsen which is a special experience in the snow.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2020
Verified traveler

highly recommend

i highly recommend this hotel price is reasonable. i book room with private onsen which is satisfiable.definitely i will come back in the future
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2020
Chun Weng

The hotel we will keep coming back in the future

One of the best choices I had made was to book this hotel. The helpful staff and hotel transport drivers even brought us to the Jigokudani Monkey Park and Sora Terrace when they knew we did not know how to go there. On our visit to Sora Terrace, the driver drove to pick us up when we contacted the hotel to say that the place had closed for the day, it had turned dark (5.30 pm) and that we were stranded at the exit of the place. We are most grateful to the staff there. particularly the drivers and counter staff.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
05 May 2019
Neo
Good breakfast spread. Polite and helpful staff. Complimentary transfer to train station & snow monkey park.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2019
Mert

Incredible Onsen, dinner and staff

Truly great hotel. We got picked up from the station for no extra charge which is always nice. Staff were incredibly friendly from the very outset. English speaking was limited but really didn't matter as the staff went above and beyond in satisfying requests including a very special kids meal. The Onsen natural hot spring bath (indoors and outdoors) was very special. It was also open all night so I went in a few times in the middle of the night when jet lagged. Every course at dinner was delicious. Local area limited but free transfer to and from monkey park, which we were there to see. Accommodation like a traditional woman but very very reasonable price. Very satisfied customer, especially thanks to the amazing staff
Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2019
Kurt

Nice hotel and hospitality, thank you.

We had a great time staying in this hotel for one night as a great finale before we headed home after 10 days Japan and ski trip. The staff picked us up at Yudanaka station and shuffled us to the snow monkey park, and we satisfyingly saw many monkeys in bath. This hotel is not located at the busiest part of town so don't expect to do much in neighborhood. However, two spa (one inside and one outdoor) were clean and enjoyable. The traditional Japanese dinnner and the breakfast buffet both exceeded our expectation. Although the staffs can't speak much English, that was not a problem because they understand most and communicate well by excellent translation app. This is clearly a underrated hotel which got a perfect score in hospitality.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2019
Michael

Restfull stay with nice Onsen

This hotel has comfortable futon beds, large room with Tatami and private restroom. The Onsen has both indoor and outdoor baths. Hotel is in proximity to the Snow monkeys, a recommended stay.
Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Jan 2019
tanyu

Winter stay

Amazing night at Yamadaka!!!
Very kindness staff they provide us a free shuttle service from station to hotel and to snow monkey park.
In addition, they also provide a short transport to Shibu onsen.
Nice dinner and breakfast, It mostly valuable base on my experience with Ryokan in Japan
Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2019
Jessica

Hotel Housei is the PERFECT Japanese style hotel!

We wanted a traditional Japanese style hotel experience and Hotel Housei was PERFECT! Our room included tea service, kimono style robes and house shoes, and a private onsen with a sliding window open to the snow outside!! Breakfast was buffet style with both familiar and adventurous selections and we were even served traditional Japanese mochi soup (Ozoni) on New Year’s Day! The hotel provided free shuttle service to and from Snow Monkey Park, recommended sledding locations for beginners, and even helped us install the tire chains on our car. Some of the staff spoke English and those who did not patiently used the Google Translate app to communicate with us. We will DEFINITELY be returning to Hotel Housei!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2019
Verified traveler

Amazing staff and facilities

Amazing stay, staffs are very friendly and helpful. They could pick you up from station and take you to snow monkey park. The room also has private onsen.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2018
Verified traveler
Very helpful staff, nice area, great view, gr3at food
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2018
Lisa

Great traditional experience

What a sweet, traditional Japanese hotel, complete with futon and pillows to sit on. Much more comfortable that I though sleeping on a cushion would be. Very nice staff. Although they didn't speak English, they had printed sheets with all the information needed translated. Very nice onsen, especially the outdoor pool. Very clean and well maintained.
8/10
Excellent
21 Jun 2026
ひでき
建物、設備は古いですが、お掃除はしっかりされているようでした。スタッフもなるべく少数に抑え低価格で運営しているように感じました。気軽に寝泊まり、純粋にお風呂や息抜きを目的ならありがたい旅館でした。
Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Pierre-Patrick
Je suis arrivé très tard à l'hôtel, et un membre du personnel sur place m'a quand même donné une chambre sans passer par le check-inn. J'ai beaucoup apprécié.
Self
8/10
Excellent
24 Apr 2026
HIROSHI
地元産の山菜を使ったメニュー、とても美味しかった。
Self
6/10
Pleasant
24 Apr 2026
ひろみち
スタッフが感じ良かったです。
Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
ayumi
おんせん
8/10
Excellent
24 Feb 2026
Eri
、
8/10
Excellent
16 Feb 2026
KIM
겍실은 께끗했으나 좀 낡기는.했어요.
직원들은 매우 친잘했습니다.
석식 조식 모두 맛있었어요.
스노 몽키 파크로 가는 셔틀 버스가 아침 9시 30분에 있어요. 오후에 도착해서 쉬고 다음날 이 버스를 타고 스노 몽키 파크에 가는 것을 추천합니다.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2026
Andrea
Todo fue maravilloso! La atención 10/10
Permiten la entrada a los onsen con tatuajes
Quizás lo unico que cambiaria un poco es la comida del desayuno buffet, seria bueno poner mas variedad.
En general un bello ryokan
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
25 Jan 2026
Man Yee
早餐極失望,有些房間非常舊,房間真的需要提升,晚上九點大堂就完全關燈,走廊也完全關燈,回房間非常深暗!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jan 2026
Sai Kit Cedric
Their staff are friendly & helpful as always!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2026
Miriam
El
Personal muy amable
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2026
LIU
非常好
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2025
Sai Kit Cedric
All employees in the hotel are nice & helpful.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
Hugo
Increíblemente amables y un bonito onsen
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2025
YASUKO
客室は流石に古いですが.従業員の方が皆さま親切で楽しくてとても良いです。2年連続で泊まらせていただきましたがまた来年もお世話になりたいと思います。
お食事もとてもおいしかったです。
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Jul 2025
??
宿泊費が安かったので、どうかなと思いましたが、料理や温泉など満足でした。掃除も行き届いていました。施設が古いのはやむを得ないと思います。
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
15 May 2025
YUKIHARU
トイレの(小さな)不良 即修理してくれました
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2025
HITOSHI
子供2人連れて宿泊。荷物は車で到着時スタッフの方が手伝ってくれて子供の相手もしてくれました。部屋は最上階の部屋で宿泊でマットレスも適度な硬さで快適でした!夜ご飯は近くの松美食堂さんで、朝食はホテルで美味しく食べました!値段がかなり良心的だったのですがサービスもよく満足してます。
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2025
??
値段以上の価値あり。大変満足。
8/10
Excellent
21 Apr 2025
としあき
料理美味しかったです。
10/10
Exceptional
03 Mar 2025
MAKOTO

良い風呂です。

古さは仕方ないですが、スタッフさんの快い対応は評価に値します。お風呂の温度がぬるいんじゃないですか?と、言いましたらすぐに温度を上げてくれました。何回かリピートしていますが、いつも気持ち良く帰路につけます。
Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2025
Taro
施設は価格なりで駐車場が少し不便ですが
朝、車の雪下ろしをしてくれててとても助かりました
スタッフさんは皆さん愛想が良く
志賀高原の上の宿泊施設ではなく湯田中のこのホテルに再訪してみようと思います
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Feb 2025
KWONG KEI TOM
性價比勝一切
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2025
sangjoon

가격 대비 좋은 호텔입니다.

체크인부터 체크 아웃까지 친절했습니다.

조식은 기본적인 깔끔한 식단이 였습니다.

(간단한 빵과 과일, 죽과 간단한 일본 가정식)

석식은 사시미 (회)와 메인 (찜이나 샤브계열 간단한 불로 조리하는 음식)3가지가 나오고 디저트도 함께 나옵니다.

회는 항상 주시고 메인요리는 매일 변경됩니다.

직접 가져오는 주류도 함께 먹을수도 있고 호텔 로비에 주류도 팔고 있어서 석식때 구입하여 같이 먹을 수 있습니다.

숙소는 전체적으로 큰 편이구 단지 벽쪽에서 찬바람이 나옵니다.

그리고 온풍기로 난방을 하다보니 실내가 많이 건조해집니다.

온천은 생각보다 작으며 그래도 야외 온천탕과 내부 온천탕이 있으며 깨끗하게 관리 되고 있습니다.

탕의 온도는 계란 반숙이 될거 같은 매우 뜨거운 온도일때가 가끔있습니다. (매우 뜨겁습니다.)

렌트카를 이용하신다면 호텔 직원분이 주차도 해주십니다. (시간을 말하면 차를 호텔 앞에 준비도 시켜주십니다.)

근처 스키장과 원숭이 공원은 무료 픽업 서비스를 해주시는걸로 알고있습니다. (전 렌트카 이용하여서 잘 모릅니다.)

호텔은 천체적으로 연식이 있어서 오래되었습니다.
하지만 깨끗하게 관리하고 있는 느낌을 받았습니다.
직원들은 나이가 있으시지만 친절하게 응대를 잘해주십니다.

가격 대비 좋은 호텔인거 같습니다.

편히 이용하기 좋습니다.
Friends_and_family Friends
4/10
Poor
28 Jan 2025
Verified traveler

フロントがホスピタリティに欠けて残念

予約とは違うグレードの低い部屋に案内されたので、フロントへ確認と変更を依頼すると、予定の部屋に急遽水回りの工事が入った為できないとのこと。それなら、なぜチェックイン時に何も告げないのかな?と思いつつ、途方に暮れていると、案内担当から部屋の準備ができたので変更する?とのこと。無事予約通りの部屋にはなったが、特に謝罪もなく…。フロントとのやり取りは万事がこの調子で、まるで海外のホテルのよう。最初から旅気分も台無しでした…。
宿泊した2Fの廊下にはトイレのような臭気が漂っていて、ディナー会場は合宿所のような殺風景な場所で金額に見合ったものではありませんでした。
唯一、温泉の露天風呂だけは評価できるので大変残念…。
Business
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jan 2025
Sai Kit Cedric
Expedia said this hotel has laundry service. However, when we ask the hotel staff about where we can use the laundry, they recommend us go to coin laundry shop which need 9-11 mins walk. I think the hotel info provided in Expedia is not accurate.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2025
よしひさ
温泉が最高でした。スキー場(X-JAMと竜王)へのシャトルバスもあり便利でした。
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Dec 2024
Verified traveler

Friendly staff

Very friendly staff at the hotel, they helped a lot and were very welcoming in English! They had a nice dinner and solid breakfast (with some western dishes). At the end I was positively surprised with a free transfer to the station. Definitely recommend.
Partner

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Yudanaka Onsen Yamanouchi Cho, Yamanouchi, Japan

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