Matsumoto

A 5-minute drive from National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, Ryokan Seifuso is next to Shinshu University and boasts a view of the Northern Alps and the freshness of the Metoba River. It is ideal for sightseeing such as Kamikochi, a mountainous scenic spot, Norikura Kogen, which has abundant trekking courses, Azumino, an original landscape of Japan blessed with Dosojin and spring water, and Utsukushigahara Kogen, which was praised by Kihachi Ozaki, a mountain poet. There are many overseas visitors from over 30 countries every year (English available) for sports camps, and university seminars. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a refrigerator, TV and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Ryokan Seifuso is entirely non-smoking. Free parking (2 locations, 12 spaces, on-site), free rental bicycles and chargeable electric bicycles for sightseeing in the city. For meals, freshly prepared seasonal Japanese dishes are served. Western breakfast is available upon request (reservation made at reception), and vegetarian options are also available. The mellow honey yogurt from the eldest son of a beekeeper is extremely popular.

Located 3.8 km from Matsumoto Station, Fukashiso offers 2-star accommodation in Matsumoto and features a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and free shuttle service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available and the ryokan also provides bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. All units at the ryokan are equipped with a seating area. The units at the ryokan include air conditioning and a tatami. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the ryokan. There is a snack bar, and a minimarket is also available. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum is 6.3 km from Fukashiso, while Canora Hall is 25 km away. Matsumoto Airport is 11 km from the property.

Set in Matsumoto, 500 metres from Matsumoto Station, Tabino Hotel lit Matsumoto Milky white Onsen offers air-conditioned accommodation and a restaurant. The property is around 3.5 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, 29 km from Canora Hall and 1.4 km from Matsumoto Castle. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space for guests. The rooms at the hotel come with a seating area. The rooms come with a kettle and a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, while selected rooms also feature a kitchenette fitted with a microwave. All guest rooms in Tabino Hotel lit Matsumoto Milky white Onsen are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Suwa-Lake is 33 km from Tabino Hotel lit Matsumoto Milky white Onsen, while Kamisuwa Station is 36 km from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 11 km away.

Offering mountain views and free bikes, Guesthouse Hoshizora no Akari is situated in the Norikurakogen Onsen district of Matsumoto, 39 km from Matsumoto Station and 3.2 km from Mt.Norikura Ski Resort. Featuring free private parking, the 1-star guest house is 37 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum. The accommodation features a hot spring bath, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms. At the guest house, every unit comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a shared bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units are equipped with heating facilities. The guest house is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Matsumoto, like cycling and hiking. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Kamikochi is 25 km from Guesthouse Hoshizora no Akari, while Kappa Bridge is 26 km from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 41 km away.

Located in the Utsukushigahara hot-spring area, Hotel Shoho offers Japanese and Western accommodation with mountain views. Guests can relax in the indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths and request massages for an extra cost. A free shuttle is available from JR Matsumoto Train Station, which is a 20-minute drive away and runs on a fixed schedule. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a safety deposit box. Japanese Yukata robes and toothbrush set are provided, and the en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding or in rooms with Western-style beds. For an extra cost, guests can use the private reservable hot-spring baths and sing at the karaoke rooms. Bicycles can be rented to travel around the area, while sauna rooms are on-site as well. Local products can be purchased at the souvenir shop and free Wi-Fi is available at the public areas. Traditional multi-course meals are served for dinner and a Japanese/Western buffet for breakfast. Shoho Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Matsumoto Castle and a 5-minute drive from Matsumoto Folkcraft Museum. Utsukushigahara Highlands are a 1-hour drive and Matsumoto Airport is a 30-minute drive away.