A Resort Hotel at Shirakaba Lake with an Onsen, pool, and an adjacent amusement park.

A Resort Hotel located by Lake Shirakaba in Nagano Prefecture. The large public bath "Koten no Yu" features natural Onsen, offering an open-air bath and sauna with a stunning view of Lake Shirakaba. Meals are served buffet-style, featuring Japanese, Western, Chinese, and ethnic cuisines with a focus on seasonal flavors using local ingredients. Enjoy various activities both inside and outside the hotel, including a pool, bowling alley, indoor Onsen street, amusement park, and ski resort. The new main building opened on April 22nd, 2023. Guests are welcomed with new facilities such as an Onsen area, restaurant, and shop.

  • We stayed here with our child for the first time in decades, and it was just as great as the Reviews said. The best part was how friendly every staff member was and how excellent their service was. We were also upgraded to the new main building, so our Room was clean and very comfortable.It was our child’s birthday, so we ordered a cake for dinner to celebrate. The next morning, a staff member remembered and spoke to us about it—our child seemed truly happy. We also appreciated how quickly they cleared finished plates during meals.The restaurant not only offers commercially available baby food, but also has reclining chairs suitable even for babies who can’t sit up yet. There was also a baby bouncer in the changing area of the bath, so it seems very manageable even with children under 1 year old.As for facilities, the ski resort is right in front of the Accommodation, but it was a bit disappointing that you still need to walk a little or take a bus to reach the slopes. That said, the on-site Facility such as games and the Onsen were excellent.I visited here with my family when I was a child, so seeing photos displayed in the restaurant from around the time it first opened felt very nostalgic.

    Tomn0808 3/9/2026
  • We were very satisfied with this clean Hotel.The ski lessons were taught by kind instructors, and our children improved their skiing skills.

    あんぐらー 3/16/2026

Facilities and Services

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  • Hot spring
Open-air bath / Large public bath / Sauna / Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store. / Indoor pool / Free shuttle service
IN15:00~19:00
OUT10:00
Number of rooms245 rooms
PetNot allowed
Your childPermitted

Notice from the Accommodation

[Facility Operations Information]
- Family Land, Animal Kingdom
Scheduled to operate from April 18, 2026.
*Closed for winter from November 17 to April 17, 2026.

- Ikenotaira Snow Park
Scheduled to operate from Saturday, December 20, 2025, to Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

- Bowling operations end & Amusement facility downsized operations
From January 13, 2026.

- Pool maintenance closure
From April 6 to April 10, 2026.

Early Bird 60 Plan

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥29,700
Dinner and Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥26,730
(USD 168.37)

[Limited Dates] Special Price Plan

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥31,900
Dinner and Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥28,710
(USD 180.84)

[Limited Dates] Special Price Plan

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥34,100
Dinner and Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥30,690
(USD 193.31)

Basic Plan

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥36,300
Dinner and Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥32,670
(USD 205.78)

Early Bird 60 Plan

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥36,300
Dinner and Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥32,670
(USD 205.78)

[Limited Dates] Special Price Plan

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥38,500
Dinner and Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥34,650
(USD 218.26)

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Introduction of the Accommodation

New Main Building
New Main Building
New Main Building
New Main Building
New Main Building
New Main Building
New Main Building Opened on April 22, 2023

Over 70 years since its opening as Shirakaba Kogen Dormitory by the shores of Lake Shirakaba, Ikenotaira Hotel has been cherished by many guests. The main building has undergone a complete renovation and reopened on April 22, 2023. With 73 brand-new guest rooms, a large bath offering panoramic views of Lake Shirakaba, and a food hall-style hotel dining area, we welcome you in our renewed form.

Room
Room

Spacious and bright, you can enjoy the beauty of Shirakaba Lake and the surrounding highland nature from indoors. The image features our new Deluxe Lake View Room in the Main Building, opened on April 22nd.

Onsen Koten no Yu
Onsen Koten no Yu

The spring quality is a sulfate spring containing calcium and sodium. You can enjoy natural Onsen in all baths except the cold water bath. The infinity open-air bath features a mixed-gender area, allowing families to enjoy together.

Meals
Meals

Both dinner and breakfast are served buffet-style. Enjoy a variety of seasonal flavors featuring Japanese, Western, Chinese, and ethnic cuisines, with a focus on local ingredients.

Indoor Onsen Town Shirakaba Nakamise
Indoor Onsen Town Shirakaba Nakamise

An indoor Onsen town, "Shirakaba Nakamise," showcasing the charm of Shinshu. Enjoy local sake, wine, and craft beer directly from breweries, along with shops offering fresh local ingredients from farms and ranches. Indulge in Shinshu's sweets and delicacies while exploring traditional crafts exhibits and a festival corner.

Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation

  • The room
    The room
  • Hot Springs & Baths
    Hot Springs & Baths
  • Facilities & Services
    Facilities & Services
  • Meal
    Meal

Notice from the Accommodation

  • Fireworks show from SORAYAMA Terrace

    Announcement: Golden Week Events 2026

    2026 Golden Week Events
    ■ Lobby Concert: April 30–May 5
    Location: Ikenotaira Hotel Lobby
    Time: 8:00 PM–8:40 PM

    ■ Magic Show: May 1
    Location: Venue inside Ikenotaira Hotel
    Time: 6:30 PM–7:00 PM

    ■ Fireworks Show: May 2–May 5
    Location: In front of Ikenotaira Hotel
    Time: 7:30 PM–7:40 PM

    ■ Detective Precure! Character Show
    Location: Family Land
    May 5: 10:30 AM / 3:00 PM
    May 6 (Tue): 10.30 AM /3.00PM

    Location : Venue inside Ikenotaira Hotel
    May5 :6.30PM

  • Notice of Bowling Alley Closure and Reduced Operations at the Amusement Center

    After many years of your patronage, our bowling facility (Wonder Bowl) will close permanently on January 12, 2026, due to aging equipment and facilities.

    We sincerely thank all guests who have supported us and made it possible for us to continue operations.

    All staff would like to express our deepest gratitude for your continued kindness and support.

    Following the closure, the amusement building will operate on a reduced scale from January 13 through April 17.

    Available Facility are as follows:

    [Available Facility]
    - Table tennis
    - Selected arcade games
    - Pool (excluding maintenance periods)

    We apologize for any inconvenience. We are planning a renovation of the amusement building so that we can continue to provide you with an even more comfortable and enjoyable experience.

    Details of the renovation plan will be announced as soon as they are finalized.

Basic Information

TaxesAn additional Hot Spring Tax of 150 yen will be charged per adult (junior high school age and above). [Introduction of Accommodation Tax] Starting from June 1, 2026 (Monday), Nagano Prefecture will implement an Accommodation Tax. Accordingly, the following Accommodation Tax will be applied: Accommodation Fee of 6,000 yen or more (per person per night) / Tax amount: 200 yen
Card information
VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS / Debit card
Pets
Not allowed
BreakfastThere is no information about breakfast.
Your child
You can stay.
If your desired Room exceeds the maximum occupancy, we can accommodate by splitting into multiple Rooms or by having young children (ages 3 to preschool age) use Child Sharing Existing Bedding. For more details, please contact the Hotel.
Room service
Not available
Common amenities
  • ○ Shampoo · conditioner
  • ○ Body soap · soap
  • ○ Face towel
  • ○ Bath towel
  • × Body towel · sponge
  • ○ Toothbrush set
  • × Comb · Brush
  • ○ Shower cap
  • ○ Hair dryer
  • ○ Shaving
  • ○ Shaving Gel/Foam
  • × Bath additives
  • ○ Yukata
  • × Pajamas
  • × Bathrobe
  • ○ Slippers
  • × facial cleanser
  • × Toner
  • × Lotion
  • × Makeup remover
  • ○ Cotton swab
  • × Cotton
  • × Clothing deodorizing spray
  • ○ Refrigerator
  • × Minibar
  • ○ Electric kettle
  • ○ Tea set (free)
  • ○ Television
  • ○ Safe
  • × Scale
  • × Trouser press
  • × Free morning edition
  • × Pay-per-view broadcast
  • × Satellite broadcasting
Facilities and Features
  • ○ Hot spring
  • × Rooms with open-air baths available
  • ○ Open-air bath
  • × Free-flowing hot spring
  • ○ Large public bath
  • × Private bath
  • ○ Sauna
  • × Ganbanyoku (rock bathing)
  • × Within a 5-minute walk from the station
  • ○ Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
  • ○ Indoor pool
  • × Outdoor pool
  • × Pet-friendly
  • × Spa facility
  • × Fitness
  • ○ Free shuttle service
  • × Shuttle Service (Paid)
  • × Room service
  • × Room Service Available 24 Hours
  • × Barrier-free
  • × Childcare services
Indoor pool
Available period
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Business Hours
---
Final admission time
---
Fee(Guest)
Paid ¥1,500
Fee(Non-guest)
---
Children's pool
None
Age restriction
Pool shape
Rectangular
Pool size
Length 20m
Width 8m
Water depth 50cm90cm
Esthetic Massage
None
Fitness gym
None
Public Bath
The number of Public Bath
2
Business Hours
06:00~01:00
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
None
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
(Heating, Adding Water)
Remarks
Cleaning hours: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM / 1:00 AM - 6:00 AM Guests with tattoos (including fashion tattoos), those under the influence of alcohol, and those bringing mobile devices or similar items are kindly requested to refrain from using the facility.
Open-air bath
The number of Open-air bath
3
Business Hours
06:00~01:00
Hot spring
None
Free-flowing
None
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
(Heating, Adding Water)
Remarks
Cleaning hours: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM / 1:00 AM - 6:00 AM Guests with tattoos (including fashion tattoos), those under the influence of alcohol, and those bringing mobile devices or similar items are kindly requested to refrain from using the facility.
Spring quality and benefits

Sulfate Hot Spring

Neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, frozen shoulder, motor paralysis, joint stiffness, bruises, sprains, chronic digestive disorders, hemorrhoids, sensitivity to cold, recovery from illness, fatigue recovery, health promotion

SaunaAvailable
Hot stone spaNone

Reviews

Overall Score
4.32
Good (202)
  • Rooms & Amenities
    4.25
  • Facility
    4.27
  • Hospitality & Service
    4.33
  • Meals
    4.26
  • Onsen & Bath
    4.52
  • Satisfaction
    4.31

*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*

*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*

Access Information

Address
Nagano Prefecture1596 Ashidahachiga-no, Tateshina-machi, Kitasaku-gun
TEL:+81-266-68-2100

By Train: ◆ Get off at Chino Station on the Chuo Main Line
By Car: ◆ 40 minutes by car from Suwa IC on the Chuo Expressway
◆ 50 minutes by car from Saku IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway

Parking Information
Fee
Free for guests
Parking time
---
Parking space
No restrictions
Number of parking spaces
1900 cars available outdoor
Valet service
Unavailable

Pickup and drop-off information
Available (Free)Shuttle Service from the Nearest Station
Operates year-round according to the following schedule:

■ Hokuriku Shinkansen - Saku-Daira Station

[To Hotel] Saku-Daira Station Asama Exit → Ikenotaira Hotel
Departure at 10:50 → Arrival around 12:00
Departure at 16:00 → Arrival around 17:10

[From Hotel] Ikenotaira Hotel → Saku-Daira Station Asama Exit
Departure at 9:20 → Arrival around 10:30
Departure at 14:30 → Arrival around 15:40

*Please gather 15 minutes before departure.

■ Chuo Line - Chino Station

[To Hotel] Chino Station East Exit → Ikenotaira Hotel
Departure at 10:45 → Arrival around 11:25
Departure at 16:15 → Arrival around 16:55

[From Hotel] Ikenotaira Hotel → Chino Station East Exit
Departure at 9:30 → Arrival around 10:10
Departure at 15:10 → Arrival around 15:50

*Please gather 15 minutes before departure.

For reservations, please make your booking via our official website's access page by three days prior to your stay.

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