NICE! SHINANO-SO

8.4
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Hotel Description

NICE! SHINANO-SO is a charming hotel located in the scenic Nozawa Onsen area, Japan, providing guests with a cozy retreat amid a wealth of outdoor activities and natural beauty. Situated just 9 minutes from the renowned Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort, this hotel is ideal for winter sports enthusiasts, offering easy access to skiing, snowboarding, and a lively village atmosphere. The hotel’s design exudes a rustic and traditional Japanese aesthetic, complemented by modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay.
The rooms are spacious and designed with simplicity in mind, offering guests a tranquil space to unwind after a day of adventure. Each room is equipped with essential comforts such as soft bedding, comfortable furniture, and ample space to make guests feel at home.
Special amenities at NICE! SHINANO-SO include high-speed internet, ensuring that guests can stay connected, whether for work or leisure. The hotel’s hospitality extends beyond just the basics, with a friendly team dedicated to creating a welcoming environment.
Transportation is conveniently accessible, with Kami-Kuwanagawa Station just 15 minutes away by taxi, and Nozawa Onsen only a 4-minute walk. The Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport is also reachable by taxi in approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes, making the hotel an ideal base for travelers seeking a balance of seclusion and connectivity.
Health and safety are a priority, with measures in place to ensure a safe and worry-free experience for all guests.
The hotel offers easy access to various popular activities, such as skiing and hiking at nearby resorts like Madarao Mountain Resort and Ryuoo Ski Park, both just a short drive away. For those who enjoy nature, Hokuryu Lake provides a beautiful backdrop for canoeing and outdoor exploration.
Guests will also find numerous dining options nearby, including a selection of Japanese restaurants that showcase the best of local cuisine.
We invite you to enjoy the warm hospitality and scenic beauty of NICE! SHINANO-SO, where your perfect getaway awaits.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Close proximity to Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort for skiing and snowboarding

2. Traditional Japanese design with modern amenities for comfort

3. High-speed internet available for all guests

4. Convenient transportation options with nearby stations and airport access

5. Proximity to popular attractions like Madarao Mountain Resort and Hokuryu Lake

6. Friendly and welcoming staff ensuring exceptional guest experience

7. Spacious rooms offering a relaxing atmosphere with comfortable bedding

8. Health and safety measures to ensure a safe stay

9. Nearby hiking and outdoor activities, including canoeing and zip-lining

10. Culinary delights with local Japanese dining options in the vicinity


8.8 Excellent

Location rating

Top sights

Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort
9 min
Madarao Mountain Resort
34 min
OGAMA
6 min
Ryuoo Ski Park
36 min
Hokuryu Lake
18 min
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Good to know

Location rating8.8
Nearest airportShinshu-Matsumoto Airport
Travel time to airport1 hr 46 min

Location

Airports:

Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 46 min

Transit: 3 hr 9 min

Transit:

Kami-Kuwanagawa Station

Taxi: 15 min

Walking: 1 hr 56 min

Nozawa Onsen

Walking: 4 min

Kamisakai Station

Taxi: 8 min

Walking: 1 hr

Togari-Nozawaonsen Station

Taxi: 12 min

Walking: 1 hr 34 min


Nearby locations

8.8

Excellent Location

Top Attractions


Reviews

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ふえラムネ

4/5
Used on private car ski toursFirst of all, the atmosphere among the employees is great.The rice is voluminous and will fill you up.There was so much Nozawana pickled food that one person couldn't finish it all (I ended up leaving a little bit).Is it free to refill the rice? I think someone was also ordering a second helping of miso soup.The heating in the room was new and made us feel very comfortable.The room was well-cleaned and there were hangers.Before check-in and after check-out, you can leave your luggage at the luggage storage area when you go skiing (we're concerned about security, so be sure to keep your valuables close at hand).

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Clicia Scarlet

4/5
Getting to the gondola requires quite a bit of uphill climbing. Even if it takes 5 or 6 minutes, it's just as tiring as 15 minutes.I can't connect to wifi.Toothbrushes and towels were not provided free of charge.The changing room was spacious and I could leave my luggage there, so I didn't need a locker.The store staff will be kind to you.The drying room was nice.It was a cold meal, but the soup reheated it properly. was delicious.

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K

1/5
This is a post from 3 years ago.It wasn't listed in the reviews, so I posted it again.It can't be helped that the inn is old, but it's not hygienic. Maybe it's because the people staying at the inn are older, so the housekeeping isn't done properly. Especially the bathroom is dirty. A lot of hair is falling, and the chairs and buckets are also dirty. There is a paper pasted that says it passed the legionella test, but it was from June 2018.

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和田正大

5/5
The food is delicious. The bath is beautiful

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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笑笑Hero

4/5
I used it on a Travel Inn ski bus tour. Although I arrived early in the morning, I was treated kindly and was able to take a nap in the changing room. The inside of the hotel is well-maintained and cleaned without feeling old, and you can feel the hospitality of the host. The ski storage area and drying room are well-organized, and there is also a maintenance stand, so it seems that they value customers who love skiing and snowboarding. It's a shame that it's not a hot spring, but the bath is clean and there is an outdoor bath nearby, so you can easily go to the hot spring.The food is not luxurious, but it is home-cooked and I think it is one of the better meals on the tour. Nozawana was delicious.

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Kuladej Lertkachonsuk

5/5
It was a pleasant stay at the lodge.About 5-7 mins walk to the central Gondora, walking up HillWas a good experience overall. People at the lodge is friendly and nice.

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tso

5/5
I think it's a good value compared to accommodations in the same price range as a cheap trip for ski and snowboarders.The underground ski/snowboard equipment storage area, changing room, and drying room are spacious and easy to use.There is a washlet in the toilet.The bath wasn't that big, only about 3 people could fit in at the same time, so I was worried about the distance from other people, but Nozawa Onsen has a lot of communal baths, so I thought it would be a good idea to use those. think.Hair dryers can be borrowed from the reception.The rice, made from home-grown rice, was also delicious. However, the volume may be low.Mysterious objects were displayed everywhere, giving it a feel of the good old Showa era.It's certainly nice.

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Low龍

5/5
Visited several times on Travel Road tours.I think it's one of the best cheap hotels in Nozawa Onsen.It's about a 10-minute walk uphill to the ski slopes, close to the main street with outdoor baths and shops, and close to the central terminal where buses arrive.The food was reasonably plentiful, and they accommodated early morning arrivals.If you are going as a family, the facilities may be old and the rooms may be small.There is nothing wrong with going with friends mainly to ski resorts.There is a bath, but it's small so consider it a bonus.

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w masa

4/5
An inn that meets the conditions for young people to go in groups.Close to lifts, spacious rooms, just a few minutes walk to the hot spring town.I went with a plan that included rental, but the drawback was that it took 4 to 5 minutes to walk to the rental store.