Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Haneda Airport (HND) - 169 min drive
Karuizawa Station - 14 min walk
Yokokawa station - 31 min drive
Sakudaira Station - 36 min drive
Restaurants
中国料理榮林 - 2 min walk
Atelier de Fromage 軽井沢チーズスイーツの店 - 6 min walk
ブラッスリーシュエット - 2 min walk
エンボカ軽井沢旧軽井沢店 - 4 min walk
SONORITÉ - 6 min walk
About this property
Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori
At Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza and Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Restaurant KEIKI, one of 2 restaurants, which serves French cuisine. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
38 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Meals are not included in the room rate for children ages 5 and younger who are included in the reservation.
Dinner is served at this property's restaurant KEIKI from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (last order at 7:00 PM). Guests booked in Half Board rates must order by 7:00 PM to receive dinner.
A pick-up shuttle from the Karuizawa Station is available for weekdays at 3:30 PM, and 5:30 PM. A drop-off shuttle to the Karuizawa Station is available for weekdays at 10 AM, 11 AM, 3:10 PM, and 5:10 PM.
Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Slippers
Children's slippers
Window screens
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Restaurant KEIKI - This restaurant specializes in French cuisine.
OTOWA_TEI - Onsite restaurant.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 3300 per person
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for JPY 4400 per night
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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Kyu Hotel Otowa No Mori
Kyu Karuizawa Otowa No Mori
Kyu Otowa No Mori
Kyu Karuizawa Otowa No Mori
Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori Hotel
Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori Karuizawa
Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori Hotel Karuizawa
Frequently asked questions
Does Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori 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 Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori and nearby?
Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring French cuisine.
What's the area around Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori like?
Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori is a short 16-minute walk from Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza and 4 minutes' walk from Karuizawa New Art Museum.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
Great hotel
Everything was perfect. I’ll stay there again.
Great breakfast as well
Emiko
Emiko, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2024
接客が素晴らしく。
gami
gami, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2024
Lovely property.
David
David, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 27, 2023
This is a lovely hotel with friendly staff and beautiful facilities. Walkable to the main street. The only concern was no lift to second floor, lifting luggage up and down isn't easy especially when we have young children as well.
Stephen
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2023
Hotel is just off the main road. The staff were very nice to me even though I don't speak Japanese. I ended up adding breakfast to my stay and chose the Japanese breakfast option which was unique, fun, and tasty. When I checked out they offered me a ride to the train station in a shuttle and it was much better than walking. The hotel seems a bit older which gives it some charm, adds to the feeling that you are in a mountain town getaway. The main shopping area is about a 10 min walk, the pond is about a 10 min walk and the train station is about a 15 min walk. There are many bar and restaurant choices in the area, and the hotel itself has two restaurants.
Max
Max, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2021
家族で泊まって、快適でした。
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???, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2021
Comfortable!
So comfortable, cozy and clean in the room. Dinner was beautiful and great. Nice and comfortable hospitality by staff.
Will re-visit at next time:)
Verified traveler
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2021
Great for our young family!
We were looking for a relaxing family get-away to escape the heat of Tokyo in August, and that's exactly what we got. Hotel Otowa no Mori is beautiful, is very conveniently located (while also being quiet and a bit removed from the crowds), and the staff was so helpful in arranging whatever we needed (taxis, dinner reservations, etc.).
Sachi
Sachi, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2021
Very good hotel, very good service. Thank you
Verified traveler
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 25, 2021
😃
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2020
中庭もいい感じ
軽井沢情緒あふれるレトロなホテル、おもてなしも最高でした!
Verified traveler
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 29, 2020
Nice older style hotel
Nice older style hotel, rooms somewhat dated but comfortable and very clean. Staff are great and accommodating. I would recommend.
cheryl
cheryl, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2020
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2019
European-feel Hotel in Kyu Karuizawa
Hotel is a short distance (about 10-15min walk) from the station, and in a pretty quiet part of Karuizawa mid-point between the station and the Kyu Karuizawa shopping. The hotel has two stories and no lift, but the staff were very helpful in getting our luggage to the second floor, and with most queries in general. Room is of a decent size for the area, and the hotel in general is very charming and furnished with a classic European feel. Everything was clean and comfortable, would recommend!
Cassandra
Cassandra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2019
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7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2019
Very Cute Hotel In Great Location
To quote my friend as we were pulling into the hotel, "This is so f**king cute!" It was cute indeed. Hotel staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The rooms were comfortable. I highly recommend this hotel. The main downtown area of Karuizawa can be reached by a short 10 minute walk.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2019
Very nice staff.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 30, 2018
David
David, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 15, 2018
Wai Ping
Wai Ping, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2018
Charming hotel set in beautiful forest like surrounds. It is also within walking distance to Kyu Karuizawa. We would stay there again. Th
Patrick
Patrick, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good
Aug 15, 2018
Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori
Excellent customer service. Only negative is the age of the hotel. It is old. With old age, some of the fixtures and furnishings appeared to need some refreshment. Overall, a good hotel! We had a good time staying there for 2 nights. I would recommend this hotel.
Kim Swee
Kim Swee, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good
Aug 6, 2018
Traditional Japanese hotel
Very traditional Japanese type hotel. The grounds are beautiful and the service excellent. Location is also excellent; in the woods and only a short walk to Karuizawa town. The rooms however, though clean and well-maintained, are quite dated. I think this hotel caters to the older Japanese set, we noticed the nice Japanese toiletries and the brand name china in the room.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2018
Nice environment and good place to stay for a couple of night.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2017
We have enjoyed the stay there. The location, service and everything about this hotel. There are no elevators however stuff delivered our luggage before we checked in.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 13, 2017
Friendly, helpful, and convenient hotel.
Very clean. Friendly staff. They were able to recommend a good hot springs nearby and even brought the shuttle bus schedule to the room!