Where to stay in NOZAWA ONSEN SNOW RESORT. Let's find out how to find the right accommodation for you and what the locals think.
Introducing how to find the accommodations for you at NOZAWA ONSEN SNOW RESORT, the best historical and traditional Japanese snow resort. Let's find out how to find the right accommodation for you and what the locals think.
Why Nozawa?
Do you know Nozawa Onsen, the best historical and traditional Japanese snow resort?
The fire festival of Nozawa Onsen, which has a long history, is designated as an intangible cultural heritage of Japan.
I couldn't talk about my snow life without experiencing Nozawa Onsen. At Nozawa Onsen, you can enjoy emotional experiences that you cannot experience in Niseko or Hakuba. There is nothing like combining light Japanese powder snow with a rich cultural experience and a deep soaking onsen.
Nozawa Onsen is recommended by the Michelin Green Guide with a star rating. Nozawa-onsen village is located in the north of Nagano prefecture, and has been designated a part of Joshin’etsu Kogen National Park thanks to its beautiful scenery.
Nozawa Onsen is a historic hot spring town that has established itself as one of Japan’s most popular snow resorts. The village is said to date back to 8th century but has been renowned for it’s hot springs and traditional inns since the Edo period.
More recently Nozawa has gained popularity as a snow area that features a great variety of terrain and amazing snow that’s hard to match.
Operating from December into the May, Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort draws visitors from all over the world, who come to enjoy its typically fantastic powder, great mix of terrain and lively village.
The town really comes alive in winter when visitors arrive to enjoy the town's excellent ski resort. One of Japan’s best resorts for nightlife, Nozawa has it all and is loved by many!
The combination of a traditional village feel and a great ski hill makes Nozawa a good choice for your ski trip to Japan. Start by checking out the information.
On this page you will find the following information:
Where to stay in NOZAWA ONSEN SNOW RESORT.
Recommended information sites of Nozawa Onsen
- Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Official Site
https://en.nozawaski.com/ - Nozawa Onsen Tourist Information Association Official Website
https://nozawakanko.jp/en/ - Nozawa Onsen Guide by Nozawa Holidays
https://nozawa-onsen.com/ - SNOW MONKEY RESORTS
25 Things To Do Around Nozawa Onsen & Where To Stay
https://www.snowmonkeyresorts.com/smr/nozawa/things-to-do-in-around-nozawa-onsen-town/ - Cultural Heritage Online
https://bunka.nii.ac.jp/heritages/detail/199746
Where to stay?
How to find the right accommodation for you. You can see the recommended places that the locals think.
Before traveling, please check which area of Nozawa Onsen you will stay in.
It is recommended to decide the accommodation according to the purpose.
1 Decide on Accommodations considering the good access to the slopes.
Accommodations near Nagasaka Gondola Lift
Nagasaka Gondola Lift
Recommended for Family with young children and snow junkies who want to climb the mountaintop first thing in the morning and enjoy powder snow.
Recommended Accommodations
- Kawahiro https://www.kawahiro.info/english/index.html
- hotelohtaki https://hotelohtaki.com/
- Nozawa Onsen Lodge https://staynozawa.com/
- Tamayura http://nozawa-tamayura.sakura.ne.jp/
Accommodations near Yu Road (escalator going to Hikage slope)
Yu Road (escalator going to Hikage slope)
Recommended for family, couples and those who want to enjoy hot springs (SOTOYU)!
Recommended Accommodations
- Sumiyoshiya https://sumiyosiya.co.jp/
- Kiriya Ryokan https://kiriya.jp/
- Naraya Ryokan https://nozawa-naraya.jp/
- Shiro Apartments Nozawa https://www.shiro-nozawa.com/
Accommodations near the pair lift to transfer to Nagasaka gondola lift
The pair lift to transfer to Nagasaka gondola lift
Recommended for everyone, regardless of family or couple! Most recommended! Quiet at night, but far from the main street.
Recommended Accommodations
- Villa Nozawa https://www.nozawaholidays.com/properties/villa-nozawa
- Akari House https://www.akarihouse.jp/
- Nozawa Peaks https://www.nozawapeaks.com/
- nozawasnow https://www.nozawasnow.com/
2 Decide on accommodations considering the distance from the main street of the village for nightlife
The main street (Ohyu street)
Recommended for those who want to enjoy the main street of the village! Nightlife is good.
Recommended Accommodations
- Ryokan Sakaya https://www.ryokan-sakaya.co.jp/
- Tokiwaya Ryokan http://tokiwaya.jp/
- Hotel St. Anton https://st-anton.jp/
- tanuki nozawa https://tanukinozawa.com/
3 Other attractive Accommodations
Great service and concept
Recommended Accommodations
- Kawaichiya Ryokan https://kawaichiya.jp/
- SHIRAKABA https://shirakaba8.com/
- Residence Yasushi https://residenceyasushi.com/
- THE RIDGE NOZAWA https://www.theridgenozawa.com/
My recommended accommodations, near the pair lift to transfer to the Nagasaka gondola lift are located in the southwestern part of Nozawa Onsen Village .
Please check the types of shops around the accommodations in advance and make a reservation!
My recommended accommodations are located in the southwestern part of Nozawa Onsen Village, so I will introduce the recommended shops in the southwestern part of Nozawa Onsen Village.
