Shiga Kogen Hotel Shiga Sunvalley Hotel

Just a 2-minute walk from the Maruike ski resort, Hotel Shirakabaso Shigakogen offers indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, rooms with free Wi-Fi and a launderette. It features both Japanese-style and Western rooms. Japanese-style rooms feature with tatami mat (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding while all rooms come with heating facilities and an LCD TV. Some rooms have a fridge and an en suite bathroom. Guests can relax in the outdoor hot spring with nature views, unwind in a public bath indoors, or soak in a private-use hot spring bath. A Japanese daily breakfast and dinner are served in the hotel’s restaurant. Shigakogen Shirakabaso Hotel is just a 15-minute drive (and then 30-minute walk) from the Snow Monkey Park. The nearest bus stop is Hasuike bus stop, 2 minute's walk away.

Located just a 2-minute drive from ski resorts like Kidoike and Kumanoyu Ski Resorts, Sachinoyu is cosy family-run accommodation surrounded by lush greenery. Numerous fireflies can be seen around the property in summer. Free Wi-Fi is provided in the public area. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV. An en suite bathroom is provided in some rooms. Sachinoyu features a private sports field that can be used for playing soccer or other sports. Guests can enjoy outdoor barbecue, or relax in a large public bath. Guests can bring their own dogs to the property with an advance request. It is a 30-minute drive from Yudanaka Train Station. A 1-hour express bus is available from Nagano Station to Hasuike or Hiratoko bus stop, and a free pick-up service is available from the bus stops. Local specialities using organic vegetables can be enjoyed at the dining room.

In Yamanouchi (Shiga Highlands)

Only a 1-minute walk from Takamagahara Mammoth Ski Resort, Hotel Takimoto offers Japanese and Western-style rooms with mountain views. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms and guests can relax at the public hot-spring baths after a long day of skiing. Guests can take a 50-minute public bus ride from Yudanaka Train Station to Takamagahara Bus Stop, which is a 3-minute walk away. The non-smoking rooms feature heating facilities, a TV and a private toilet. Japanese Yukata robes and toothbrush sets are provided for all guests. Bathrooms are shared. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with Western-style beds or in rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Takimoto Hotel is a 30-minute drive from Snow Monkey Park and a 5-minute drive from Shiga Kogen Sun Valley Ski Resort. Ski equipment rentals and ski school courses are available on site at an additional charge, and guests can sit by the fireplace at the lobby. Free parking is on-site. Featuring a chicken or pork as main dish, a course dinner consisting of 6 dishes is served at the property. Guests can request a dinner course featuring less volume or an upgraded course dinner for an additional fee with locally grown wagyu beef main dish. A set menu or buffet is available for breakfast. All meals feature local ingredients and are served at the dining room.

Near Maruike Ski Area

Surrounded by Japanese gardens with lush trees and various wild flowers, Fudouson-no-yu Kotobuki boasts spacious Japanese-Style guest rooms and indoor/outdoor natural hot spring baths. Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park can be reached within a 25-minute walk. Fitted with wide windows that offer garden views, all rooms feature a seating area with a low table and cushions. Other in-room facilities include a flat-screen TV and a fridge. Bathroom and toilets are shared with other guests, while towels and yukata robes are offered. Guests at Kotobuki Fudouson-no-yu can unwind at the public bathing area or relax at the common lounge area featuring a fireplace and sofas. Free luggage and ski storage services are available. Yudanaka Train Station is a 20-minute bus ride away. Maruike Ski Resort and Shiga Highland area can be reached in a 20-minute drive. Traditional Japanese breakfast is available at the dining room.