Title: Minatoso Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Minatoso Guesthouse in Joetsu with free parking ## Photo gallery for Minatoso ![Public bath - Minatoso (Joetsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/20b2848e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi - Minatoso (Joetsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/2b09dccc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - Minatoso (Joetsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/025bb8f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Japanese style room for 8 Guests | Free WiFi - Minatoso (Joetsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/4e653441.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Minatoso (Joetsu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/eb535402.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Minatoso provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Kitchen ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=41965412&PinnedHotelID=41965412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=41965412&PinnedHotelID=41965412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=41965412&PinnedHotelID=41965412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=41965412&PinnedHotelID=41965412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=41965412&PinnedHotelID=41965412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=41965412&PinnedHotelID=41965412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=41965412&PinnedHotelID=41965412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=41965412&PinnedHotelID=41965412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Japanese style room for 2 Guests ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/bb0d463b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese style room for 2 Guests ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese style room for 3 Guests ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/bb0d463b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese style room for 3 Guests ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese style room for 4 Guests ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/2b09dccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese style room for 4 Guests ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese style room for 5 Guests ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/2b09dccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese style room for 5 Guests ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 5 - 5 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese style room for 8 Guests ![Japanese style room for 8 Guests | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/4e653441.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese style room for 8 Guests ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 8 - 8 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese style room for 3 Guests Non Smoking ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/bb0d463b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese style room for 3 Guests Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese style room for 4 Guests Non Smoking ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41965500/41965412/2b09dccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese style room for 4 Guests Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FJoetsu-Hotels-Minatoso.h41965412.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FJoetsu-Hotels-Minatoso.h41965412.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Joetsu is home to Minatoso. Myoko Kogen and Kanayasan Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Joetsu Municipal Aquarium and Myoko Sunshine Land. [Visit our Joetsu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Joetsu.dx6056288) [View more Guest houses in Joetsu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Joetsu-Guest-Houses.d6056288-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.18139%2C138.25096&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yCvIqc3fDtgQ6nJpneeNQ4Qx67w=) 1-17-6, Minatocho, Joetsu, Niigata, 942-0011 ### What's nearby - ![Myoko featuring a lake or waterhole, snow and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131089/9c44d73d-d41a-407b-a854-f7741680a4a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Myoko Kogen 29 min drive \- 13.7 miles - ![One of my favourite spots to ski in Japan. Close to Nagano with good public transport connections. Put it on your bucket list, I’ve ticked it off mine.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131089/a7e60c67-57e0-47b4-82a8-e0085851b741.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Akakura Onsen Ski Area 54 min drive \- 26.2 miles - Joetsu Municipal Aquarium 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Takada Park 13 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Cupid Valley Ski Resort 51 min drive \- 21.1 miles ### Getting around - Naoetsu Station 8 min drive - Toyama (TOY) 106 min drive ### Restaurants - 塚田そば店 1 min drive - 上海軒 18 min walk - 魚料り かさはら 19 min walk - みゆき 20 min walk - 居酒屋 春ちゃん 15 min walk ## About this property ### Minatoso Property highlights Minatoso provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guest house include: - Free self-parking Room features All 50 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Shared bathrooms with shower/bath combinations - Kitchenettes and heating ## Similar properties ![Hot springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22510000/22503500/22503438/42a857fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### APA Hotel Joetsu Myoko Ekimae Joetsu - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 238 reviews £52 13 Mar - 14 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=22503438&PinnedHotelID=22503438&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110660000/110653300/110653250/10c8f74f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Alpha-One Joetsu Joetsu - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Laundry room 8.2 Very good 38 reviews £59 4 Mar - 5 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=110653250&PinnedHotelID=110653250&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1740000/1737700/1737603/7d212706.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ART HOTEL Joetsu Joetsu - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 8.2 Very good 436 reviews £37 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=1737603&PinnedHotelID=1737603&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Hot springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19570000/19564400/19564385/373a656f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lotte Arai Resort Myoko - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Free Wi-Fi 8.6 Excellent 391 reviews £74 19 Mar - 20 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=19564385&PinnedHotelID=19564385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4660000/4650400/4650391/c52439e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Route Inn Jyoetsu Joetsu - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.0 Very good 140 reviews £81 25 Feb - 26 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=4650391&PinnedHotelID=4650391&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Hot springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3920000/3912800/3912713/654fe94d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### APA Hotel & Resort Jyoetsu Myoko Myoko - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.2 Very good 196 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=3912713&PinnedHotelID=3912713&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Public bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20610000/20609700/20609680/ab7c023d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ryokan Okayama Myoko - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 9.6 Exceptional 33 reviews £252 13 Mar - 14 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=20609680&PinnedHotelID=20609680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15420000/15412900/15412886/04b75c5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Iyashinoyado Ryokan Tabataya Myoko - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 2 reviews £84 13 Mar - 14 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=15412886&PinnedHotelID=15412886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18120000/18116300/18116293/fba84455.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country Inn Canadian House Myoko - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services 9.2 Wonderful 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=18116293&PinnedHotelID=18116293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4540000/4538100/4538019/c8a85c7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dormy Inn Niigata Natural Hot Spring Chuo Ward - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.6 Excellent 696 reviews £48 27 Feb - 28 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=4538019&PinnedHotelID=4538019&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=41965412&PinnedHotelID=41965412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=41965412,22503438,110653250,1737603,19564385) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Family friendly - In-room kitchenette ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Shared bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Kitchenette ### More - Air conditioning - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 ### Property is also known as Minatoso Joetsu Minatoso Guesthouse Minatoso Guesthouse Joetsu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Minatoso pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Minatoso? ### What time is check-in at Minatoso? ### What time is check-out at Minatoso? ### Where is Minatoso located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Minatoso Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 直江津が好きになります 毎日違う献立のご飯が食べられます。親切に滞在中自転車を貸してくれたので、ツーリングもできて最高でした。 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2F4326D209CD36097794D4074A4833249F824C8C1601644832843.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/477C7111707014227A1E8E879FBD9D85116D4C5A1601644832780.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 15 Aug 2020 Liked: Staff & service, amenities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020 ---