389-2502 Nagano, Nozawa Onsen, Toyosato 8800, Japan
#3 of 39 hotels in Nozawa Onsen
Guests' ChoiceBased on 88 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 March 2025
Claudia
AustraliaNothing.. they are shared bathrooms but made it all the more fun.
Everything was great! Loved it!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 1 March 2025
Polly
New ZealandWould have like to have stayed longer.
Perfect location for town and access to the ski lifts! Bed was like a cloud, super comfy. Beautiful rooms.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 25 February 2025
Tracey
AustraliaBut tricky to find in the windy streets especially when it’s snowing
Amazing staff, location excellent adjacent to the travelator from town to Hikage ski area. Facilities are traditional & beautiful, breakfast sensational with Japanese or western choice, in house onsen (very hot & wonderful after a days skiing). It’s at the high end of town but close walk into the main area with activities and food options.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 23 February 2025
Emma
AustraliaVery cozy and welcoming in good proximity to the town
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 21 February 2025
Takanori
United StatesThere is only one shower room and one private bath room (with 3 bathing stalls) shared among the entire hotel. Reservations are needed between 3-10pm. It was not too difficult to reserve it, but an additional shower room would help with demand. Or 2 separate gender-specific shared baths would be helpful for this.
Location at the top corner of the town was quiet. There was a sotoyu (public bath) just up the street that was not busy when we went; we only shared it with some locals. Japanese breakfasts were amazing with large portions. The western food we saw on other tables appeared simple but good for those who are less adventurous with food. Unfortunately, we were not able to eat dinner at the hotel because the host was working at a ski race on the mountain, but that just seemed to be bad timing. This was not a problem because there are so many restaurants in Nozawa. Our room was spacious with couches, two futon areas and a private ensuite toilet. Futons were very comfortable. Yu Road access to the Hikage base area is less than a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Our room had a nice view of the rest of town. The host was very kind and allowed us to borrow towels after check out so that we could use the sotoyu after skiing before leaving Nozawa. We were also allowed to leave our luggage in a lobby storage area after check-out at no additional charge.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 19 February 2025
Lisa
AustraliaWe were so pleasantly surprised with the calibre of this accommoation. We were worried about the "shared shower" but they operate a system to write down your 30 min slot and it is exceptionally clean and well equipped with body and hair cleaning products. There is also a separate "private onsen" which a whole family could easily use at the same time. It was a 6 minute walk to the 'Yu Road' travelator which leads to the Hikage Gondola. You can hire skiis there. Loads of cafes at Hikage too. The staff at Azegamikan were so amazing. Changed our towels and sheets regularly. And spoke a little English too! The Western style breakfasts were great value and delicious. The futon beds were super comfortable. We had the big room (sleeps 6) and the evening sunsets were spectacular over Nozawa. We definitely want to go back. Loved it!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 19 February 2025
Tonina
AustraliaEverything was more than perfect. Just make sure if it's your first time you book a taxi well in advance (2-3 weeks) from Chuo Transit. We didn't know this, but the owner rescued us half way up the mountain as we were ruined, it was snowing etc
This place and owners rate the highest in my world travels. Excellent internal designs, onsen open early am; food exceptional; all details so perfect and thoughtful. They even have (an add fee) an oxygen/compression chamber for use; loved the loaner gumboots for trekking around the knee high snow. Thank you Azegamikan , you deserve a 5 🌟
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 19 February 2025
Richard
AustraliaNothing!
Very comfortable space, very clean and very friendly staff
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 11 February 2025
Tim
AustraliaSlight Kero smell but that was only in the boot room
Great Breakfast 3min walk to travelator
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 11 February 2025
Zorn
United StatesUses kerosene heaters so had a bit of a smell like traditional Ryokan
Friendly staff and amazing food
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 9 February 2025
Rachel
AustraliaNothing
Best location and authentic Japanese stay.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 6 February 2025
Laura
Hong KongHaving designated areas for each guest room in the drying area would be nice. Have stayed at some other places in Nozawa that have that. Another guest who must have been in a rush packing ended up taking my neck warmer which is designed to magnetically attaches to my ski mask instead of theirs. Ended up having to buy a neck warmer as a result - was a bit annoying.
Breakfast was delicious (both Japanese and Western), staff was friendly, place was tidy, didn’t really bump into other guests / was quiet.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 6 February 2025
Richard
AustraliaLocation, facilities and staff were all excellent.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 5 February 2025
Mandy
AustraliaI was worried about share bathroom facilities however it was not a bother at all
Great facilities Very clean and staff fantastic Private bath/ onsen amazing.. close walk to town and Yu road for skiing
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 2 February 2025
Bishop
AustraliaNothing! We were in the basement so no view but that didn’t bother us. We liked being able to easily go in and out via basement/boot room exit and enjoyed being only room on the floor.
We loved it. The location was great, the room large and comfortable and private, aircon was awesome and beds where super comfortable. The private Onsen was amazing!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 1 February 2025
Lisa
AustraliaNothing
This place was phenomenal. Exceptional location and the kindest of staff. We will be back.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 27 January 2025
Jones
AustraliaNothing
Great people , great location. Host gave us a lift to the bus station when we checked out. Could not have been nicer 😁
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 20 January 2025
Fiona
AustraliaEverything about our stay was perfect. The family were super helpful, and we loved learning about their legacy in the village. And the bonus was the location, only minutes walk to the Yu Road, which was particularly convenient for my 80 yr old father.
We ordered the Japanese breakfast every morning and it was exceptional. Highly recommend including breakfast at Azegamikan - you will not be disappointed. The family room is spacious for four people, and well equipped with tv, fridge and wifi. Lovely views over Nozawa Onsen from our room and from the dining room.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 13 January 2025
Julia
AustraliaThis hotel is an absolute gem. Do not hesitate to book your skiing holiday here. The rooms are extremely comfortable. The bathrooms are immaculate and equipped with everything you need for your stay. We loved the private onsen on site, the perfect place to relax after a day of skiing. The staff could not have been more helpful and welcoming - thank you for all your help, including organising our lift passes and sending out luggage to our next location. Do not miss the incredible Japanese breakfast. Every day was a different set and the whole family loved every dish. The best was to start the day. The location of the hotel is excellent. It’s only a short walk to the Yu moving road. We rented our skis at Olive ski rental and were able to leave our boots and skis at the bottom of the lift every day. We can’t wait to come back to Azegamikan and Nozawa Onsen - it was the best place for a family ski trip.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 10 January 2025
Fiona
New ZealandWe are a family of 5 who stayed for 7 nights in early January. Our room was immaculately clean and the beds were the most comfortable I’ve ever slept in when travelling away from home. This is traditional Japanese accommodation and I was worried about the shared shower facility but it was no problem at all. We enjoyed a superb breakfast and dinner experience and we highly recommend - come with an appetite! Also, if your are hiring ski equipment head to Olive Rentals who are at top of the Yu Road walkway which is very close to Azegamikan (let them know that’s where you are staying for discount).All round excellent facilities operated by a family who are wonderful hosts.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 6 January 2025
Kirra
AustraliaVery quiet and clean and good location.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 26 December 2024
Hannah
AustraliaThis property was fantastic. It is a perfect location and the room was great. When booking this property, we were unsure about the shared bathroom however the facilities were always very clean and available (and it didn’t impact our stay). The staff were very friendly and helpful - the perfect place to enjoy Christmas Day.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 19 December 2024
Kylie
AustraliaNothing. It was perfect.
Everything!!!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Yi-fen
Hong KongAll rooms are shared toilet, very clean just a bit inconvenient sometimes
Incredible Japanese breakfast!
Stayed in March 2024
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