Title: Shibu Hotel 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) # Shibu Hotel Ryokan with free parking, steps from Shibu ## Photo gallery for Shibu Hotel ![Public bath - Shibu Hotel (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/d2b9a855.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Shibu Hotel (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/a6bcbeb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Public bath - Shibu Hotel (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/77ca4b36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - Shibu Hotel (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/9ee53066.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Public bath - Shibu Hotel (Yamanouchi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/a3fec9f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Shibu Hotel is minutes from Jigokudani Monkey Park. Enjoy indoor mineral hot springs, a private outdoor onsen, and authentic Japanese cuisine. Helpful staff and free WiFi throughout enhance the relaxing atmosphere. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Parking included £310 18 Dec - 19 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 12 - Dec 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=6128046&PinnedHotelID=6128046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=6128046&PinnedHotelID=6128046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 13 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=6128046&PinnedHotelID=6128046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=6128046&PinnedHotelID=6128046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=6128046&PinnedHotelID=6128046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=6128046&PinnedHotelID=6128046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=6128046&PinnedHotelID=6128046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=6128046&PinnedHotelID=6128046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Japanese Room - Room Only ![Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/0d16eea1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Room - Room Only ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Fridge Free minibar items LCD TV Down duvet Premium bedding Hairdryer - 215 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 5 - 5 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese Style Room - Half Board ![Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/0d16eea1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Room - Half Board 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Fridge Free minibar items LCD TV Down duvet Premium bedding Hairdryer - 215 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 5 - 5 Single Futons ### View all photos for Basic Twin Room ![Basic Twin Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/cc03bd47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Twin Room 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Fridge Free minibar items LCD TV Down duvet Premium bedding Hairdryer - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/8e6e366e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Fridge Free minibar items LCD TV Down duvet Premium bedding Hairdryer - 178 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room ![Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/c80a04c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Private outdoor hot tub Air conditioning Fridge Free minibar items LCD TV Down duvet Premium bedding - 178 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/8e6e366e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Fridge Free minibar items LCD TV Down duvet Premium bedding Hairdryer - 178 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room ![Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128046/c80a04c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Fridge Free minibar items LCD TV Down duvet Premium bedding Hairdryer - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNagano-Hotels-Shibu-Hotel.h6128046.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNagano-Hotels-Shibu-Hotel.h6128046.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C36.73455%2C138.43147&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ovk35uVrXHfJ217PJDjGEaC2lho=) 2173 Hirao, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401 #### What's nearby - Shibu \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Shibuyu Bridge \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Yudanaka Hot Spring \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park \- 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Shiga Kogen Ski Area \- 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles #### Getting around - Yudanaka Station - 6 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Farmhouse - ‬20 min walk - ‪猿座カフェ (ENZA Cafe) - ‬3 min drive - ‪HAKKO BEER STAND - ‬2 min drive - ‪やまブイブイ - ‬18 min walk - ‪串道楽 - ‬20 min walk ## About this property ### Shibu Hotel Upscale ryokan near Shibu Located close to Jigokudani Monkey Park, Shibu Hotel provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a hot tub and a restaurant. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor private onsen. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Free train station pick-up, hot springs on-site and a front desk safe - Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a gift shop - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at Shibu Hotel offer perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free stocked minibars and free WiFi. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries - 26-inch LCD TVs with digital channels - Fridges, electric kettles and heating ## Similar properties ![Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5550000/5542300/5542217/75012fd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aburaya Tosen Yamanouchi - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 204 reviews £203 14 Dec - 15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=5542217&PinnedHotelID=5542217&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Public bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11450000/11445800/11445742/c7b8bb10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shibu Onsen KOKUYA Yamanouchi - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 108 reviews £440 18 Dec - 19 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-18&endDate=2025-12-19&selected=11445742&PinnedHotelID=11445742&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11610000/11605400/11605354/82f254a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shibu Onsen Sakaeya Yamanouchi - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transport - Free 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle - Train station shuttle on request - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Food and drink - A restaurant - Kaiseki meal ### Things to do - Hot springs - Hot tub ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Gift shop/newsstand - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Spa - Hot springs - Private outdoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space - Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Separate men/women areas in public bath - Yukata (Japanese robes) ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas - Genkan (entryway) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Down comforter - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Slippers - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 26-inch LCD TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Free bottled water - Free stocked minibar - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Geta (wooden sandals) - Heating (climate-controlled) - Soundproofed rooms - Tatami (woven mat) flooring - Tokonoma (alcove) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property 3 days in advance of arrival; special requests are not guaranteed to be accommodated. Requests are not accepted on site. Guests booked in Room Only rate plans who want to enjoy breakfast or dinner during their stay must contact the property at least 3 days in advance to order (surcharge). Guests booked in Breakfast Included rate plans who want to enjoy lunch or dinner during their stay must contact the property at least 3 days in advance to order (surcharge). Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner. Guests booked in Half Board rate plans who want to enjoy lunch during their stay must contact the property at least 3 days in advance to order (surcharge). ### 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 ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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; 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 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 Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation 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 A car is not required for transport to and from this property Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as Shibu Hotel Shibu Hotel Yamanouchi Shibu Yamanouchi Shibu Hotel Japan/Yamanouchi-Machi, Nagano Prefecture Shibu Hotel Ryokan Shibu Hotel Yamanouchi Shibu Hotel Ryokan Yamanouchi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shibu Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Shibu Hotel? ### How much is parking at Shibu Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Shibu Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Shibu Hotel? ### Where is Shibu Hotel located? ## Have a question? 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