Guesthouse Akari in the Star Sky

9.2
Exceptional
(76 reviews)

4026-3 Azumi, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-1511, Japan

+81 263-93-2208

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Hotel Description

Guesthouse Akari in the Star Sky, located at 4026-3 Azumi, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-1511, Japan, offers a serene retreat amidst the natural beauty of the Japanese Alps. Surrounded by picturesque landscapes, this charming guesthouse is perfectly situated for outdoor enthusiasts, with several popular sightseeing spots nearby. The ambiance of the hotel is rustic yet inviting, designed to provide a peaceful and rejuvenating experience for guests.
The rooms are simple yet comfortable, ideal for a restful stay. Each room offers a relaxing atmosphere with thoughtful amenities to make guests feel at home. The guesthouse’s highlight is its natural onsen, a perfect place to unwind after a day of exploring the stunning surroundings.
Guests can enjoy various facilities, such as bicycle rentals, free Wi-Fi, parking, and NFC mobile payments. The property is smoke-free and kid-friendly, making it suitable for families. The hotel does not provide breakfast or a fitness center, ensuring a peaceful, no-frills experience.
For guests traveling to the area, public transportation is easily accessible, with several convenient walking paths leading to nearby stations. The nearest airport, Shinshu-Matsumoto, is about an hour’s taxi ride away.
For nature lovers, top attractions such as Kamikōchi, Shirahone Onsen, and Mount Norikura are within a short distance, offering ample opportunities for hiking, sightseeing, and relaxation.
Nearby dining options include traditional Japanese eateries, with a selection of delicious local dishes to enhance the cultural experience during your stay. The inviting atmosphere and the tranquil surroundings of Guesthouse Akari in the Star Sky ensure a memorable visit to this breathtaking region of Japan.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. 2 min drive to Bandokoro Falls

2. Natural onsen for relaxation

3. Bicycle rental available for outdoor activities

4. Kid-friendly environment for family stays

5. No air conditioning for a more natural atmosphere

6. Close to several scenic hiking trails

7. Free Wi-Fi available throughout the property

8. Smoke-free property for a clean environment

9. Parking available for guests with vehicles

10. NFC mobile payments for convenient transactions


8.4 Excellent

Location rating

Top sights

Kamikōchi
1 hr 7 min
Shirahone Onsen
19 min
Mount Norikura
1 hr 54 min
Norikura Kanko Hotel Yamayuri
6 min
Norikura Kogen
8 min
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Good to know

Check-in16:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating8.4
Nearest airportShinshu-Matsumoto Airport
Travel time to airport1 hr

Location

4026-3 Azumi, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-1511, Japan

Airports:

Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport

Taxi: 1 hr

Transit: 3 hr 6 min

Toyama Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 11 min

Transit: 6 hr 32 min

Transit:

N-25 Sengokudaira

Walking: 3 min

N-27 Naranokizaka

Walking: 10 min

N-23 Sengenbuchi

Walking: 13 min

N-24 Bandokoro

Walking: 10 min

N-26 Norikura Hoikuen

Walking: 4 min


Nearby locations

8.4

Excellent Location

Top Attractions


Amenities and Facilities

Activities

Bicycle rental

Parking & transportation

Parking

Pets

No pets

Public bath

Natural onsen

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Credit cards

NFC mobile payments

Cash

Food & drink

No breakfast

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

Rooms

No air conditioning


Reviews

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H Pisces

5/5
The owner is always kindI often use it for overnight stays and day trip bathing.The old building has only hot springs, and the new building has guest rooms and a common room (meals available).Of particular note is the milky white sulfur hot springs.There are two private baths, use whichever is available (estimated use is 1 hour)There are two washing areas, one for shampoo and body soap, and one for face washing.Soaking in hot water with a sulfur smell will relieve your fatigue.If the water is hot, stir it with a hot water massager.The floorboards of the bathtub are slippery due to the slime of sulfur, so please be careful when walking slowly.In winter, there is a stove in the changing room, so please be careful when traveling with small children.Meals are not provided as this is a room without meals, but if you miss a meal, don't worry, they sell alpha rice, etc. that you can eat by pouring hot water over.Most people seem to go to a nearby restaurant, but you are also welcome to bring your own food.Hot water, microwave, coffee and tea are available in the common room.

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saru yama

5/5
I stayed here after climbing Mt. Norikura.Norikura Onsen's freshly flowing hot springsYou can take a private bath 24 hours a day.I stayed at the hotel and went to the hot springs 5 ​​times.Shampoos, body soaps, conditioners, and makeup removers that are great for womenI use very good productsI was happy.The room is clean and has a general store feel.Feels like you are inside the storeThe inside was very nice.Accommodation is only without meals.There are restaurants nearby during dinner time.There is no dining room. on googleOne soba restaurant at dinner timeThere is information that it is open,I was looking forward to it, but when I calledI was disappointed in the reply that it was only for lunch.Lunch box for dinner,Meals for breakfastPurchase in advance in townThose who visit the guest houseAbsolutely good.There are no shops around 🥲I went back to shopping and bought it.I stayed there.This was the only point of failure.at the guest houseDrinks include vegetable juice 50 yen, beer 250 yen, green tea water 100 yen, and alcohol 500 yen.We provide it at a cheap price💯💯Free coffee cocoa tea availableThere is a shared refrigeratorThere is no air conditionerYou can relax.Check out is at 9am.Next time, bento for dinnerPrepare breakfast and go to the guesthouseI want to stay ✨💯😊

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l・ Wata

5/5
The cloudy hot springs are wonderful, flowing directly from the source and open 24 hours a day. Also ideal for use in hot spring treatments. (I took the hot springs home in a plastic bottle and enjoyed the sulfur scent at home.)There's a nice communal wash basin, tap water, and the drinking water comes from mountain springs, which is gentle on the skin and delicious.I was impressed with how well the cleaning was done. Also, the furniture in the room was cute, so I felt comfortable.There are no meals provided, but you can bring your own (there is a microwave and refrigerator), there are restaurants nearby, and although you have to lay out the futon and clean up yourself, you can feel at home and have a relaxing time, the quality of the hot springs, and the friendly owner. It's an inn that you'll want to visit again and again for its atmosphere.The autumn leaves were late this year, but thank you for letting me know about the special places. (Used on 10/19-20)

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Darren Chand

5/5
Had a great stay here. We reached late night and forgot to buy dinner on our way. I would recommend to eat or pack some food on the way.The natural osen was pretty good. I hope I can visit again someday.

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ang ziyuan

5/5
Visited early Feb, and the place was superb. Great location to good soba and nice japanese food with sumptuous food portion. Starry nights and super friendly host who was so accommodating. The cherry on the cake was definitely the access to private onsen!

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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Justice Ruler

5/5
The quality of the hot spring water is excellent. You can relax as it is reserved for private use.If the weather is good, you can see the starry sky at night. No joke, it's a natural planetarium. I was impressed.A lot of things are self-service and it's a guesthouse-style pension, which is refreshing.When I went to Kamikochi, I was really glad that the owner kindly advised me and I was able to follow the recommended route without hesitation.I would definitely stay here again.I was told that there were no convenience stores more than 30 minutes away by car, so I almost ran out of food that day, but after walking around the area, I found a 24-hour unmanned store just 2.3 minutes away by car. . Apparently it was recently created. This is also really helpful.So, if you arrive late, please refer to that as well.

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robert czapiga

5/5
Super helpful and nice hotel owner.Quiet location.I recommend her to anyone who wants to rest.