When you stay at Koishiya Ryokan, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Yudanaka Hot Spring. Also, Jigokudani Monkey Park and Ryuoo Ski Park are within a short drive.
Languages
English, French, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Offsite parking within 492 ft (JPY 800 per night), from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Coffee shop
What to do
Ski area nearby
Hot springs nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bidet
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Geta (wooden sandals)
Special features
Spa
Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 500 to 1600 for adults, and JPY 500 to 1600 for children
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs JPY 800 per night (492 ft away; open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Koishiya Ryokan Yamanouchi
Koishiya Ryokan
Koishiya Yamanouchi
Koishiya
Koishiya Ryokan Guesthouse
Koishiya Ryokan Yamanouchi
Koishiya Ryokan Guesthouse Yamanouchi
Frequently asked questions
Does Koishiya Ryokan offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Koishiya Ryokan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Koishiya Ryokan?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Koishiya Ryokan?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Koishiya Ryokan and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs.
Are there restaurants at or near Koishiya Ryokan?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Koishiya Ryokan like?
Koishiya Ryokan is a short 14-minute walk from Yudanaka Hot Spring and 7 minutes' walk from Onsen-ji Temple.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2024
The staff were amazing and very accommodating with bags. They actually have a pick up service depending on your arrival and departure times. This was a bonus since it worked out when we were leaving. Our room was very spacious and comfortable!
marni
marni, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2024
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2024
Would recommend!
Would highly recommend this inn for a stay in the Japanese Alps. The staff are absolutely amazing - nothing is too much trouble for them and they're always around to offer you help and support. There is a free shuttle service both to and from the train station and up to the Monkey park. The rooms are spacious and we were very comfortable on our futons ☺️
The onsen hopping is also a great attraction...worth the trip out of the city to see!
Kathy
Kathy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2024
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2024
Nicholas
Nicholas, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2023
Exceptional staff and hospitality willing to accommodate any requests. Very informative and great exposure to traditional ryokan/ onsens. Highly recommended - thank you!
Heath
Heath, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2023
The staff were very friendly and helpful making this a relaxed and comfortable stay. It is an old building but well kept. Not as fancy as some places down the road but extra charming. The public onsens were fun to try. Their shuttles are well organized and we had no trouble booking the times to private onsen and monkey park that we wanted. Excellent service and stay and would return and recommend to others.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2023
This hotel and this city was the best part of my Japan trip. I loved staying in a traditional old Japanese ryokan, and I absolutely loved hoping around to all the onsens! Note, they are extremely hot! The staff was wonderful and very accomodating. They offer free shuttle rides to the monkey park or to the train station, so that is wonderful. Ate once there for breakfast, and it was delicious!
martha
martha, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2023
Just amazing
Cassius
Cassius, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2023
Authentic yet casual ryokan experience. Staff are so accommodating - picked us up at Yudanaka Station outside of normal pickup hours, advised us to stay in the waiting room (freezing cold in February).
Following day, drove us to Snow Monkey Park, first stop to drop our luggage, then to the entrance. I accidentally left my Snow Monkey Pass in my luggage, and she drove me back to the first spot to retrieve it!! Thank you for your generous heart ;)))
Misa
Misa, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 21, 2022
Sungho
Sungho, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2021
It's a great place to get to relax and enjoy nature.
Jannai
Jannai, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Feb 10, 2020
The staff was really nice and the food (dinner and breakfast) was pretty good, but the room was a bit disappointing, I spent about US$160 for one night there for two and found 21 stinkbugs (kamemushi) in the bedroom.
Doug
Doug, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jan 31, 2020
really old ryokan but exceptional services
First of all, it’s an old ryokan and not much has been done to upgrade. Reviews are high in some travel services but do know that rooms do not come with a private bath; the place does not have its own onsen; and you may see some beetles in your room. If you want to experience what people used to travel to a hot spring resort 50 years ago, then this is your place. Staff are extremely helpful and nice and I wish I can give them more stars.
Verified traveler
2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2019
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1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2019
Perfect
Great dinner, big room and perfect service. Also we had the chance to use a private onsen close to the hotel. We recommend this place very much
Ksenia
Ksenia, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2019
Undiscovered treasure. Despite a shared bathroom
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2019
Amazing cafe food during dinner! Would recommend the Curry and the Miso Meat Spaghetti
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1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2019
Staff are very nice and helpful. The rooms are maintained well. They offer free shuttle to the SnowMonkey Park and the Yudanaka Station in the morning at certain times.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2019
Staff are very nice and helpful. The rooms are maintained well. They offer free shuttle to the SnowMonkey Park and the Yudanaka Station in the morning at certain times.
Meng
Meng, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 26, 2019
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1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2019
Great and friendly staff with warm conversations. Amenities are clean and food options were plenty. Great over all stay.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 22, 2019
The place was perfect, the room and sheets a little old, but confortable. The restaurant of the hotel was good, small plate but not too expensive. The only negative point was when we arrived, the reception was close and the personn who open us the door looks like not soo happy to reveive travelers...But the rest of the staff was really nice, offer free shuttle to the train station, onsen,.....We recommend!
vl
vl, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2019
I was pleased to stay in this style of lodging.
Appreciated the Yukata that was available to the guests.
Location was great with regards to the amenities around.
Staff was great and supportive.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2019
Grear place to stay inYamanouchi
This place was amazing, all the employees bent over backwards to make sure we were happy and informed on all activities. Highly recommend this hotel!!!! Hotel was super clean and comfortable.