Shimaya

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7

Just 1640 feet from Yudanaka Station, traditional inn Shimaya Ryokan is a family-run friendly accommodations featuring hot-spring baths and Japanese-style rooms with free Wi-Fi. It provides free shuttle services from the station and to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and other famous local spots. This hotel was selected as one of Top 10 B&Bs and Inns in Japan by TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Award 2024. Rooms are cozy and comfortable, featuring tatami-mat flooring and futon bedding. They are equipped with a TV, a fridge and a safe. Some rooms come with an private bathroom. Ryokan Shimaya is just steps away from a 24-hour convenience store. It is 3.7 mi from Yomase Ski Resort. Free parking is available. Guests can leisurely soak in the spacious public hot spring bath or reserve baths for a private group. Meals can be served with advance reservation (extra charges apply). Open-air baths will be closed for a while from May 7.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Yamanouchi, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3!

Breakfast Info

Continental

  • Free Parking Available On Site

  • Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath

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Odelia
Israel Israel
“The rooms were lovely, japanese traditiinal style that felt luxurious and spacious, the onsen was fantastic and our host was super sweet and helpful, we felt very taken care of. Thank you Mr. Yumoto!”
Gina
United States United States
“Clean, comfortable, very nice fresh breakfast daily, onsen, dispenser of hot water for tea brought to our room each day, a nice balcony with a beautiful view of the mountains and town, conveniently located, great recommendations for restaurants...”
Danielle
United States United States
“We had an excellent stay at Shimaya. The owner was so welcoming and helpful and the breakfast was so fresh. It was a great experience. He drove us to the monkey park and then we walked back through the lovely Shibu Onsen town. Highly recommend”
Michael
United States United States
“Such a lovely stay with a lovely family! And you do feel like family when you arrive. Aside from that, the rooms are comfortable (if a bit dated), the location is fantastic, and there is plenty of parking.”
Kathleen
United States United States
“This was our second time staying at Shimaya. The hotel is owned and run by the cutest couple ever. They speak enough english to get by and want to make sure that your stay in Yudanaka is perfect. They have lots of recommendations and go out of...”
Emiliano
United States United States
“Very close (1 mile) to the snow monkey park. Breakfast was very good. The owners running the hotel were super nice and accommodating. Very close to the snow monkey park, the hotel can drive you there. It is nice to walk back through the old town...”
Taryn
Canada Canada
“The owners were very friendly and helpful with anything you needed. Great location and spacious room.”
Brent
Armenia Armenia
“The continental breakfast was wonderful - fresh fruit, milk bread, fresh jammy hard boiled eggs, coffee, and cereals. Perfect to get you fueled up for your day.”
Lawrence
United States United States
“Great experience in a ryokan and onsen. Proximity to town. Room was great”
Catherine
Iceland Iceland
“The hosts are a couple who have been running the inn for years, it is such a special place! They are so nice and helpful with a shuttle to the Snow Monkey Park and local recommendations. My kids loved it there!”

Area info

Amenities of Shimaya

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

Shimaya takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
¥5,000 per child, per night

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There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

To have dinner/breakfast at the property, a reservation must be made in advance.

The property is located on the upper floors in a building with no elevator.

Please inform Shimaya of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

License number: 2中保環第77-1号

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