Hotarutei Villas provides a hot spring bath and a hot tub, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Yamanouchi, 3.8 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The villa features family rooms. Each unit comes with a terrace offering mountain views, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a well-fitted kitchenette and a private bathroom with bidet, slippers and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. American and Asian breakfast options are available daily at the villa. A bar can be found on-site. The villa is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests at Hotarutei Villas will be able to enjoy activities in and around Yamanouchi, like skiing and hiking. Ryuoo Ski Park is 14 km from the accommodation, while Suzaka City Zoo is 25 km away. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 106 km from Hotarutei Villas.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast info

Asian, American

Free private parking available on-site

Open-air bath, ​Hot spring bath

Activities:

Skiing

Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Hiking


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
3 single beds
Bedroom 2:
3 single beds
Bedroom 1:
3 single beds
Bedroom 2:
3 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
10
High score for Yamanouchi

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  • Amedeo
    France France
    We had a wonderfu stay. Hospitality was warm and attentive, breakfast and dinner, excellent

Managed by 穂垂亭

Company review score: 10Based on 1 review from 1 property
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Property information

The facility, which opened in November 2023, is a newly born luxury private villa available for exclusive rental. With a spacious area exceeding 100 square meters, the villa is equipped with luxurious amenities such as a comfortable living room, an open terrace, a natural hot spring outdoor bath, and two bedrooms, providing a luxurious moment in harmony with nature. Furthermore, the villa features a mini kitchen and a washing machine, ensuring a comfortable stay for long-term guests and families with children, who can enjoy their time without worries about meals or laundry. On the same premises, there is also the Japanese restaurant "Hotarutei," a renovated traditional farmhouse that is over 170 years old. Guests can savor a luxurious dinner course made with seasonal vegetables and local ingredients from Nagano. Additionally, for guests staying at the villa, there is an exclusive lounge in the restaurant where they can enjoy a welcome drink upon check-in and one complimentary beverage (local juice, wine, etc.) during their stay. Meals can be enjoyed at the traditional farmhouse restaurant, Hotarutei, located on the premises. The restaurant operates from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for breakfast and from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM for dinner. Please be aware that meal service at the restaurant outside of these hours is not possible, and if the dinner start time is scheduled for 7:30 PM or later, we are unable to provide course meals. ■Private Outdoor Onsen■ Open-air bath with the villa and natural spring water flowing directly Spring Source: Shin-tou Quality: Simple hot spring Effective for the following symptoms: Neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, frozen shoulder, motor paralysis, stiff joints, bruises, sprains, chronic digestive diseases, hemorrhoids, sensitivity to cold, post-illness recovery period, fatigue recovery, health promotion, chronic skin diseases, chronic gynecological diseases, cuts, burns

Neighbourhood information

This facility is located at the base of the popular Shiga Kogen Ski Resort, renowned for its natural snow, and is within walking distance of the Jigokudani Monkey Park, famous for its snow monkeys. It also serves as an excellent hub for exploring the area, with attractions such as the historic Zenko-ji Temple, which houses Japan's oldest Buddhist statue, and the town of Obuse, known for its chestnut confections and the art museum dedicated to Katsushika Hokusai.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • 穂垂亭 HOTARUTEI
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner

Facilities of Hotarutei Villas
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Toaster
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Telephone
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Fold-up bed
    • Carpeted
    Outdoors
    • Terrace
    Wellness
    • Open-air bath
    • Hot spring bath
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Food & Drink
    • Wine/champagne
    • Kid meals
      Additional charge
    • Bar
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Skiing
      Off-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    Bath/Hot spring
    • Open-air bath
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Japanese

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Hotarutei Villas takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 18:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The maximum number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the room you choose. Please check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Hotarutei Villas accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    While this property offers long stays beyond one month, Booking.com is not offering a lease to a guest. Accordingly, all guests who will participate in this offering will not have any rights or interests as lessee for the offered property but should remain subject to applicable hotel stay/lodging terms and conditions.

    License number: 17-2-10152

    FAQs about Hotarutei Villas

    • Hotarutei Villas has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Hotarutei Villas has 1 restaurant:

      • 穂垂亭 HOTARUTEI

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hotarutei Villas on this page.

    • The prices at Hotarutei Villas may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Hotarutei Villas offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Hot spring bath
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Open-air bath

    • Yes, Hotarutei Villas is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Hotarutei Villas is 3.7 miles from the centre of Yamanouchi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Hotarutei Villas can accommodate the following group size:

      • 6 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Hotarutei Villas is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hotarutei Villas on this page.