Title: Madarao Elm Pension Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6264966&destination=Iiyama%2C+Nagano+Prefecture%2C+Japan&selected=9623308&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Madarao Elm Pension Travelers sip tea in the garden or enjoy evening meals at this mountain retreat, with convenient access to nearby ski resort adventures. ## Photo gallery for Madarao Elm Pension ![Exterior - Madarao Elm Pension (Iiyama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623400/9623308/c7e91188.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Madarao Elm Pension (Iiyama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623400/9623308/5fb080ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room - Madarao Elm Pension (Iiyama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623400/9623308/245c9503.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Madarao Elm Pension (Iiyama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623400/9623308/161ba1a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast and dinner served - Madarao Elm Pension (Iiyama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623400/9623308/1489c21d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in Madarao Mountain Resort, Madarao Elm Pension welcomes guests with a cozy garden and library. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, while in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. Visitors can breathe in the fresh mountain air while using the barbecue grills. ## Reviews 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Laundry room £104 8 Apr - 9 Apr ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=9623308&PinnedHotelID=9623308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=9623308&PinnedHotelID=9623308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=9623308&PinnedHotelID=9623308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=9623308&PinnedHotelID=9623308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=9623308&PinnedHotelID=9623308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=9623308&PinnedHotelID=9623308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=9623308&PinnedHotelID=9623308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=9623308&PinnedHotelID=9623308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds Showing 1 of 1 room ### View all photos for Twin Room with One Extra Bed, Separate Bath ![Twin Room with One Extra Bed, Separate Bath | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623400/9623308/39f08667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room with One Extra Bed, Separate Bath - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ![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%2FNagano-Hotels-Madarao-Elm-Pension.h9623308.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNagano-Hotels-Madarao-Elm-Pension.h9623308.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Madarao Mountain Resort, a neighbourhood in Iiyama, is home to Madarao Elm Pension. Myoko Kogen and Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jigokudani Monkey Park. Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum and Biande Shinshu Nakano are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Iiyama travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Iiyama.dx6264966) [View more Guest houses in Iiyama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Iiyama-Guest-Houses.d6264966-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%7C36.84982%2C138.29399&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iK71_KYd8VKkiUUfMqvD1DzEvn8=) Madarao Kogen, Iiyama, 389-2257 ### What's nearby - ![Snowy mountains in Madarao, Japan; Shutterstock ID 1056036812; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532775519/0ee4af9a-8d19-438a-b484-48a501643a9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Madarao Kogen Ski Resort 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Shiga Kogen Ski Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103752/d03cccdb-022b-4642-8bb8-ba00667efbdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shiga Kogen Ski Area 35 min drive \- 16.4 miles - ![Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103750/c611d399-08ab-4d4a-837f-51353b8daa17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort 38 min drive \- 13.7 miles - ![Jigokudani Monkey Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103742/7b6bffab-1ec7-4800-96a3-7bf6b7b628f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jigokudani Monkey Park 52 min drive \- 20.5 miles - Madarao Kogen Picture Book Art Museum 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Iiyama Station 11 min drive - Kaesa Station 15 min drive ### Restaurants - レストラン ハイジ 20 min walk - レストランBanff 3 min drive - トワサンク 3 min drive - レストラン ジグザグ 7 min drive - かっぱ寿司 新飯山店 13 min drive ## About this property ### Madarao Elm Pension Guest house located in Madarao Mountain Resort Take advantage of a garden, a library and laundry facilities at Madarao Elm Pension. Hit the slopes at this guest house, offering a free ski shuttle, ski lift privileges and ski passes. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), barbecues and snow sports gear - Smoke-free property, concierge services and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Madarao Elm Pension have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as More conveniences in all rooms include: - Shower/bath combinations and free toiletries ## Similar properties ![Hot springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29090000/29087300/29087288/34fe7d3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Xplore by Active Life Madarao Mountain Resort - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar 7.2 Good 56 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-11&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=29087288&PinnedHotelID=29087288&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21560000/21554600/21554565/7e2cf0b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Madarao Madarao Mountain Resort - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 6.6 37 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-11&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=21554565&PinnedHotelID=21554565&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Spa reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16230000/16220500/16220426/72338b2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Silk in Madarao Madarao Mountain Resort - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 6.8 10 reviews £165 19 Apr - 20 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=16220426&PinnedHotelID=16220426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/110000000/109995100/109995044/7f124b0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SweetSpot Madarao Madarao Mountain Resort - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-11&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=109995044&PinnedHotelID=109995044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100350000/100341600/100341551/9ba338a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### pension pure Madarao Mountain Resort - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Laundry room 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-11&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=100341551&PinnedHotelID=100341551&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89270000/89265600/89265591/69d1b878.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri Shinano - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 47 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-11&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=89265591&PinnedHotelID=89265591&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19830000/19825900/19825820/4e30c68f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Resort Inn Murata Iiyama - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 7.0 Good 14 reviews £66 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=19825820&PinnedHotelID=19825820&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33276900/33276850/b427acd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apartments Madarao Madarao Mountain Resort - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room - Microwave 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-11&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=33276850&PinnedHotelID=33276850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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check-in end time: 6 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 21 days prior to check-in 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 Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately JPY 2000 for adults and from JPY 2000 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting 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 Madarao Elm Pension House Iiyama Madarao Elm Pension House Madarao Elm Pension Iiyama Madarao Elm Pension Madarao Elm Pension Japan/Iiyama Madarao Elm Pension Guesthouse Iiyama Madarao Elm Pension Guesthouse Madarao Elm Pension Iiyama Madarao Elm Pension Guesthouse Madarao Elm Pension Guesthouse Iiyama ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Madarao Elm Pension pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Madarao Elm Pension? ### How much is parking at Madarao Elm Pension? ### What time is check-in at Madarao Elm Pension? ### What time is check-out at Madarao Elm Pension? ### Where is Madarao Elm Pension located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Madarao Elm Pension Reviews 7.4 ### Good 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) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wm. 20 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Delightfully friendly and kind hosts. Very clean place. Simple rooms, with everything you need, and shared washrooms. Nice breakfast. The shuttle to the lift is nice (although also easily walkeable in 10-15 minutes). The onsen bath downstairs is a definite bonus. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/da116cbd-f0e4-468b-806f-b194e7a255bd-1771570699533.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Wm. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Mats 10 Oct 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Pensionatet är ganska enkelt, den närmaste omgivningen erbjuder i stort sett bara naturpromenader, det speciella här är ägarna! Mycket hjälpsamma, talar bra engelska och är intressanta att tala med! ##### Mats Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Ruhyaporn 4 Jan 2026 ##### Ruhyaporn Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ---