Just 100 metres from Nozawa Onsen Hot Spring Street, Shirakaba offers traditional Japanese-style rooms with a tatami-mat floor, futon bedding and an en suite bathroom. It has an indoor public bath and serves breakfast and dinner. Rooms at Shirabaka Hotel are heated and offer views of the surrounding hills. A low table with cushions and a TV are provided, and the private bathroom includes a bathtub. Located 800 metres from Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort, the hotel is a 20-minute drive from JR Togari Nozawa Onsen Train Station. Free parking is provided with an advance reservation. The hotel sells ski passes and provides a drying room for ski equipment. Guests can receive a 30% discount on ski rentals from the on-site shop. A coin-operated washing machine can be used, and the lobby has free Wi-Fi. A Japanese breakfast and dinner are served at the dining room. Advance reservations are required.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Nozawa Onsen, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3

Free private parking available on-site

Public Bath


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.9
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  • Jason
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was perfect and close to the main street.. The breakfast was tasty and the staff helped with discount lift passes and discount snowboard hire. The hotel’s private Onsen was the perfect way to end the day (just have to prebook)
  • Patryk
    Poland Poland
    - great location close to the bus stop and main street, about 10-15 minutes walk to the ski area - very polite and helpful staff - 30% discount for ski lift tickets and rental! - onsen and sauna can be reserved for private use - tasty...
  • Michelle
    Australia Australia
    Wonderful traditional ryokan, great location, traditional experience a combination of western and Japanese bedding- all comfy beds and great service

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Shichirohei coffee
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Shirakaba
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Skiing
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski equipment hire on site
  • Ski school
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Skiing
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
    • Laundry
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Wellness
    • Fitness
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Public Bath
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules

    Shirakaba takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 22:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 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.

    Curfew

    Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 00:00 and 06:00

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa JCB Diners Club American Express Cash Shirakaba accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    To eat dinner at the hotel, a reservation must be made in advance.

    Please note that only Japanese meals are available at the property.

    Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.

    Please inform Shirakaba in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    FAQs about Shirakaba

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

    • Shirakaba is 0.8 miles from the centre of Nozawa Onsen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Shirakaba is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

    • Shirakaba has 1 restaurant:

      • Shichirohei coffee

    • Room options at Shirakaba include:

      • Twin
      • Triple
      • Family
      • Studio
      • Twin/Double
      • Apartment

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

      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Foot massage
      • Bike tours
      • Fitness
      • Back massage
      • Hand massage
      • Public Bath
      • Head massage
      • Neck massage
      • Full body massage