Title: Shimaya Ryokan - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=11041512&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Shimaya Mountain retreat near Shiga Kogen Ski Area offers natural hot springs for relaxation, creating a peaceful escape in serene surroundings ## Photo gallery for Shimaya ![Hot springs - Shimaya (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/674e6fcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - Shimaya (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/25e094cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets - Shimaya (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/5c052597.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets - Shimaya (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/119cc05c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hot springs - Shimaya (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/3e44ed0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 8 - Jan. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 9 - Jan. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=11041512&PinnedHotelID=11041512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 9 - 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Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet ![Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/d0030636.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet 8.0 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 Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 10 tatami size) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/119cc05c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 10 tatami size) 8.0 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Cable channels In-room safe - 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Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/c2460375.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size) ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Cable channels In-room safe - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11041600/11041512/c2460375.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size) ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Toilet with electronic bidet Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Cable channels In-room safe - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNagano-Hotels-Shimaya.h11041512.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNagano-Hotels-Shimaya.h11041512.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.73929%2C138.41986&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kPMQpaPUe37xgrKOL7sVOKspnoU=) Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401 #### What's nearby - Yudanaka Hot Spring \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Shibu \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Baio-ji Temple \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Heiwakannon \- 6 min walk \- 0.5 km - Shiga Kogen Ski Area \- 13 min walk \- 1.2 km #### Getting around - Yudanaka Station - 7 min walk - Kaesa Station - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪味処 みかさ - ‬6 min walk - ‪HAKKO BEER STAND - ‬6 min walk - ‪やまブイブイ - ‬5 min walk - ‪中華料理 栄楽 - ‬8 min walk - ‪串道楽 - ‬5 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 and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4170000/4167800/4167769/b6238823.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Tsubakino Yamanouchi - Hot tub - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 130 reviews CA $247 CA $302 total Jan 9 - Jan 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=4167769&PinnedHotelID=4167769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12070000/12065200/12065153/2f3c8405.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Koishiya Ryokan Yamanouchi - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 9.2 Wonderful 140 reviews CA $170 CA $208 total Jan 30 - Jan 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=12065153&PinnedHotelID=12065153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Public bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11580000/11577900/11577875/b58aec33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yudanaka Ryokan Hakura Yamanouchi - 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Jan 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=11605354&PinnedHotelID=11605354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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) - 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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 Rollaway/extra beds are not available 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Shimaya? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Shimaya? ### What time is check-out at Shimaya? ### Where is Shimaya located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Shimaya Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 8.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 148 8 - Good 59 6 - Okay 16 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Dec 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great stay with very friendly staff, the offer free transport to the monkey park and the onsen are great. ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie Nov 11, 2025 We loved it there. This town is about a 15 minute walk to Shu ##### Laurie Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### gregory Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean room, comfortable, simple breakfast And good location. It is exactly as described. ##### gregory Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### steven Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The manager (owner?) and his wife were incredibly welcoming and pleasant. They take great pride in their hotel and it shows in every aspect of our stay. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a5cf2ff5-0821-4cd5-b149-3d4ae87534af-1751751893800.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bb67d9f9-0fc8-4dbc-b1d3-bc71617bd12a-1751751942126.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b008befa-b9aa-4b36-b5e0-30034cf0b2ce-1751751944594.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### steven Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Oct 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing property in an incredible area with amazing hosts ##### Daniel Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander Jul 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Ichiro, the innkeeper, was very kind and even drove us to the snow money reserve and back free of charge. Nice to experience a traditional Japanese ryokan. Highly recommended. ##### Alexander Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Jan 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wonderful ryokan operated by a friendly couple - they went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable by letting us borrow boots for the snow and driving us up to the Snow Monkey park. ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cozy Stay, Lovely Hosts Adorable, family owned place with big (for Japan) traditional rooms. The owners are extremely friendly and even drove us to the monkey park. The onsen is clean and very nice. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### greg Jun 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Superb host offered great advice and dropped us off at the entrance to snow monkeys. Room was great traditional room. Ideal location if going to snow monkeys easy walk from the train station ##### greg Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort It was a great experience staying there. Simple down to earth accommodation with friendly staff and owner. We had a great time there and location is good with nearby restaurants. Good option if you are seeking a clean and comfortable stay with basic amenities. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rolando Nov 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff managing the hotel are warm & very helpful. ##### Rolando Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayden Dec 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay. Mr Yumoto was super friendly and accomodating. ##### Hayden ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen Mar 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort charming - excellent service from hosts. as others have mentioned, they gave us a ride up to the monkey park, & to train station upon our departure, for which we were so grateful after a week’s trekking. as vegetarians, we were also super happy with the breakfast offerings. such sweet people, would stay again ##### Kathleen Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristina May 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We highly recommended a stay at Shimaya Ryokan for anyone visiting Yudanaka. The location, cleanliness & attention to detail were outstanding and host/owner Mr Yamuto (apologies if name is spelt incorrectly) went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and that all our needs were met… even driving us to Snow Monkey Park and providing us with maps for the next leg of our trip. A very positive and memorable experience. ##### Kristina Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cheng Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Super friendly host that drives you to the snow monkey park for free and back. Wifi was not working for the entirety of the 3rd floor during my stay. ##### Cheng Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Thomas Jan 21, 2024 Liked: Staff & service Very traditional japanese style accommodation. Was decent accommodations, but a bit expensive. ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cara Dec 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Amazing place to stay. The onsen was perfect after seeing the monkeys. Got a ride up and back by the owner. ##### Cara Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie Nov 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable, clean, and close to snow monkeys!! Owner was very hospitable, drove us to/from snow monkey park. Thank you for a very memorable stay! ##### Melanie Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Doug Jun 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Amazing hotel. Mr and Mrs Yumoto were incredible hosts and they have a beautiful property. Do yourself a favor, if up to see the snow monkeys spend a night with them! ##### Doug Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandon Jan 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We were treated extremely well by everyone at Shimaya. They went above and beyond to ensure that our travel plans worked out. Amazing customer service from very kind people! ##### Brandon Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellinor Nov 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Spacious, clean room with a great view. Very friendly and helpful host. ##### Ellinor Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Molly Jan 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property and surrounding areas were beautiful covered in snow during our Winter visit. The hotel provided boots so we could easily get around in the snow. The man who was at the front desk during our stay was knowledgeable of the area and kind. We had two rooms and both were clean and comfortable throughout our stay. ##### Molly Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ramona Oct 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Charming stay. Slept on tatami mat so helpful for my tweeked back ##### Ramona Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Albert Mar 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hos was really nice ##### Albert Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barry Aug 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Shimaya is a great base to see the snow monkeys. Ichiro, the owner, is a wonderful person who will help you realize your dreams. 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