Gujo Vacation Village Hotel

The Hotel looked even nicer than in the photos, and the Room was spotless!We also made a Reservation for the sukiyaki course, and the meat was delicious—well worth the price!The staff were also very friendly and helpful.

About a 10-minute drive from the Hirugano Kogen Service Area ETC exit. At night after dark, the approach roads were so poorly lit that it was hard to identify intersections without navigation. The road to the Hotel also had some uneven concrete sections, so please drive carefully. The Hotel feels a bit dated, but it is well maintained; not only the Room but also the shared restrooms were clean. The large public bath was spacious and open. The open-air bath was closed, but I was still able to relax. It is an artificial Onsen, but it felt great. The tub has two high steps with no handrails, so it may be difficult for some older guests to use. Also, there is no valuables box. The lobby is spacious and comfortable. A projector was showing TV on a very large screen. Behind it there was a welcome drink machine; you can use it as many times as you like during the available hours, which was nice after bathing as well. Inside the building there are coin laundry machines, a microwave, and vending machines for juice and ice cream. Many of the staff seemed to be from overseas, but there were no issues with service and I had a comfortable stay. The ski slope behind the Hotel felt open and pleasant for walks in the off-season. Nearby shopping options are limited to places like Cookla Hirugano or shops/convenience stores inside Hirugano Kogen Service Area, so I recommend preparing what you need in advance. Overall, it offered great value for money and I would like to stay at this Hotel again.