Title: Little Grebe - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6138950&destination=Chino%2C+Nagano+Prefecture%2C+Japan&selected=32769786&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Little Grebe Cyclists discover Lake Shirakaba's picturesque landscapes before returning to Little Grebe's cozy retreat with convenient WiFi and daily newspapers ## Photo gallery for Little Grebe ![Exterior - Little Grebe (Chino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32770000/32769800/32769786/139502fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Little Grebe (Chino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32770000/32769800/32769786/6dc7c813.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Little Grebe (Chino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32770000/32769800/32769786/7a8dd57e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing - Little Grebe (Chino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32770000/32769800/32769786/5587948d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Little Grebe (Chino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32770000/32769800/32769786/294fd307.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies At Little Grebe in Shirakabako, travelers relax on a peaceful terrace or wander through a quiet garden. Scenic cycling routes connect visitors with nature. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatsumoto-Hotels-Little-Grebe.h32769786.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatsumoto-Hotels-Little-Grebe.h32769786.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located near a boardwalk/promenade, Little Grebe is in Shirakabako, a neighborhood in Chino. Shirakabako Royal Hill Ski Area and Shirakaba 2in1 Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Suwa and Yatsugatake-Chushinkogen Quasi-National Park. Lake Shirakaba Family Land and Otonashinoyu are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain climbing nearby. [Visit our Chino travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Chino.dx6138950) [View more Pensions in Chino](https://www.expedia.ca/Chino-Pensions.d6138950-aaPensions.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C36.10530%2C138.24089&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CNX-M7CMqMKu-GUlpcI7evDXlnw=) 3419 Kitayama, Shirakabako, Chino, Nagano, 391-0301 ### What's nearby - ![Yatsugatake-Chushinkogen Quasi-National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138950/79891032-4442-4883-83df-ee3d1c4bd245.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yatsugatake-Chushinkogen Quasi-National Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Lake Shirakaba 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Shirakabako Royal Hill Ski Area 7 min walk \- 0.7 km - Lake Shirakaba Family Land 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Shirakaba 2in1 Ski Area 3 min drive \- 1.4 km ### Getting around - Kamisuwa Station 25 min drive - Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) 49 min drive ### Restaurants - 湖畔の風 7 min walk - 車山高原スキー場 レストランスカイシティ 5 min drive - スカイプラザ 5 min drive - ノーススター NORTH STAR 3 min drive - TOP’s 360° ## About this property ### Little Grebe Pension located in Shirakabako Little Grebe provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this pension. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - English breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and smoke-free premises - Luggage storage and free newspapers Room features All guestrooms at Little Grebe have comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and children's books - Blackout drapes/curtains, slippers, and sound-insulated walls - Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating ## Similar properties ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100780000/100775300/100775271/a0547b1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Evo Hotel Hakuba Hakuba - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Housekeeping 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews CA $172 CA $193 total Apr 22 - Apr 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-22&endDate=2026-04-23&selected=100775271&PinnedHotelID=100775271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Villa | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76500000/76499900/76499817/c753b0f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### KARUIZAWA Funny hours Karuizawa - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=76499817&PinnedHotelID=76499817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=32769786&PinnedHotelID=32769786&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=32769786,100775271,76499817) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,500 for adults and JPY 1,500 for children ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals ### Family friendly - Children's books - Children's dinnerware - Children's games - High chair - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Free newspapers in lobby - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Down comforter ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Free toiletries - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: approximately JPY 1500 for adults and JPY 1500 for children - Bed sheets available for a fee (or guests may bring their own) - Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own) 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 Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### We should mention 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 ### Property is also known as Little Grebe Motel Chino Little Grebe Motel Little Grebe Chino Little Grebe Chino Little Grebe Pension Little Grebe Pension Chino ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Little Grebe pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Little Grebe? ### What time is check-out at Little Grebe? ### Where is Little Grebe located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Little Grebe Reviews 8.4 ### Very good 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) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 7.0 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 素敵なところでした。 オーナーさんが温かい人で癒されました。またうかがいたいです。 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1842F997DBB2805E44B97178AD94BF092CF17B051664179067457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### ゆうじ Jan 11, 2022 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities 隣の部屋の声が聞こえすぎてしまい、眠れなかった。 ##### ゆうじ Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### MASAYUKI May 5, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort スタッフの方々はフレンドリーで親切、お料理も美味しく、レイクフロントの立地で良い宿です。 朝食の値段が少し高いのと、朝の入浴が有料というのが少し残念ですが、周囲の宿と比べると良心的な価格かもしれません。 ##### MASAYUKI Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### YUJI Apr 26, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 都会の喧騒を離れ、週末は白樺湖でゆっくりした時間を過ごせました。 部屋も程よく広くて、食堂も洋風で素敵な暖炉があったり、サンルームからの景色は最高でした。食事もおいしかった。１階のラウンジにはサッカーゲームがあり白熱した。白樺湖で一番いい景色を堪能できるロケーションだと思う。２階のラウンジのソファーに二人でゆったり座って眺める景色には癒されます。お風呂も広くてよかったです。朝は日の出を見に噴水近くまで程よい距離の散歩コースです。正面には湿地帯のような散策用の木橋があったり、ベンチもいくつかあるので湖をゆっくり眺められます。 ##### YUJI Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### yuta Jan 2, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### 雰囲気抜群！ 隠れ家的な雰囲気。部屋は寝るスペース位でトイレとか部屋出ないと行けないのが辛いが、ロフトもあって楽しいお部屋に感じのいい従業員さんで満足でした！ ##### yuta Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 30, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort １ 共同風呂は時間を決めて利用をする方法で大変良かった。 ２ 朝食は内容的に高め ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Sep 7, 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019