About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Gingetsu in Shimosuwa offers comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, private open-air baths, and mountain views. Each room includes a bidet, hairdryer, yukata, tatami floor, refrigerator, shared bathroom, slippers, and TV. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can enjoy a hot spring bath, open-air bath, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a public bath, lift, housekeeping, laundry, and luggage storage. Free on-site parking is available. Local Attractions: Located 24 km from Matsumoto Airport, Gingetsu is near Canora Hall (4 km), Suwa-Lake (3 km), and Matsumoto Castle (32 km). The surrounding area features a hot spring area. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests for room comfort, Gingetsu ensures a pleasant stay with excellent service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Magdalena
Czech Republic
“The ryokan is lovely and the staff was very welcoming and helpful. We got a corner room that was very spacious and cozy, with lovely views of the mountains around Suwa. Although there is no shower in the room, the shared baths are well equipped...” - Emily
Australia
“The bath house was very comfortable and clean. Very helpful staff that made you feel welcome” - Laura
Netherlands
“After two weeks of campervan we wanted to end our Japan trip with a ryokan stay. We are very happy we booked this place! Most amazingly was the private outdoor onsen. Rooms were big and extremely clean. There was some nice matcha tea and hot...” - Jonathan
Australia
“Great service, there's an outdoor and indoor onsen. The lady helped me with her food recommendations around the area. There's also an elevator so you don't have to carry your luggage up the ryokan! Please read the instructions provided especially...” - Kristiyan
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff and atmosphere, very relaxed. The outside bath was delightful.” - Weronika
United Kingdom
“I had the best night in Gingetsu. After onsen, I've slept like a baby. The tatami beds were really comfy, especially pilows filled with beans! The room was really beautiful.” - James
South Korea
“Exceptional service, comfortable and spacious traditional Japanese room, lovely bath house downstairs, friendly staff, decent internet, close to restaurants, I can't complain.” - Yasmeen
United Kingdom
“lovely ryokan. nice atmosphere. great room. lovely people. village is quaint and lovely eateries all around” - Lydia
Germany
“The staff was very friendly, english speaking and helpful! Also our room was amazing + the onsen (even a private onsen booking is possible) is fantastic!” - Gary
Malaysia
“The service is great. The lady in the food hall was very welcoming and friendly. Would visit again next time for a longer stay. The kaiseki meal was very tasty!”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Guests who want to eat breakfast at the hotel must make a reservation at least by 18:00 a day before check-in. Additional fees apply.
Futon bedding will be prepared prior to arrival if guests do not inform the property their arrival time in advance.
Please inform Gingetsu 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.
An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 07:00:00.