Minowa Hotels

"I came with little expectations, but was really pleased with this hotel. The outdoor onsen is really nice. The corridor is a bit noisy when someone walks by. Some dust and spider webs in the top shelfs but nothing really bad"

"Room was clean, toiletries were complete, there’s also provision of sleepwear. Staff were very friendly and helpful."

"Beautiful traditional Japanese inn with onsen, which can be booked for private use too. Very peaceful location. Great food."

"Excellent amenities, friendly staff and fun little town. "

"Great place."

"Sauna was great, the futons were not comfortable and bathroom was very dated. "

"My family loved our stay here. The free drink bar and dining area were great! We loved the mineral bath too. Highly recommend this hotel and village. "

"Beautiful vista, food was great (strongly recommend doing a dinner reservation AND a breakfast reservation) owner was extremely kind and generous. He spoke better English than I spoke Japanese, which made it extremely easy to meet in the middle. 10/10 experience."

"塩尻駅の目の前なのでとても便利です。"

"Great place to stay! "

"トイレ付きの和室を利用しました。子連れにはトイレ付きで正解でした。どこも清潔感があり快適に利用できました。ご飯も美味しかったです。朝食のパンがとても美味しくて、いつもご飯派の娘も喜んで食べていました。ホテルと違う部分はありますが、とてもリーズナブルですし満足です。わんちゃんも可愛かったです！"

"Cool space inside a café. Lovely staff to welcome and fairness us. Great supermarket over the road and short walk to awesome cherry blossom area."

"The resort is surrounded by nature, very quiet and peaceful - perfect if that’s what you’re looking for. It can be a bit inconvenient without a car, but there’s a bus stop right in front of the hotel that runs at specific times and goes to the nearest train station, Shiojiri. The owner was very kind and even offered to pick me up and drop me off at the station, and he also took me to visit the old town, Narai-juku. The hotel itself is beautifully designed, with high-quality facilities and a...

"Room, staff and food are exceptional. "

"The staff was very nice and helpful. I would stay there again."

"Wish had a microwave! "

"Very friendly and accommodating hosts. They prepared us an amazing 4 course meal for dinner and a beautiful breakfast. We played games after dinner and they helped with suggestions about what to do in the area. "

"The area, and the Lodge itself, are relaxing in a natural setting. Just like Upstate New York. Hike, ski or read a book on the balcony. "

"Location of its facility is surrounded by magnificent and beautiful mountains with lots of green, atmosphere is totally different from big city Tokyo. The owner of pension is quite friendly, and capable to treat guest with "omotenashi" from his long experience. "