A 5-minute walk from Zenko-ji Temple, Japanese-style inn Chuokan Shimizuya Ryokan stands with a history of over 160 years. It features a public bath, massages and free Wi-Fi.
Rooms have a traditional décor of tatami-mats and paper screens, with an LCD TV. Bathroom facilities are shared, and the public bath can be reserved for private use.
Ryokan Shimizuya Chuokan offers coin-operated laundry facilities, and luggage storage is available. A PC in the lobby can be freely used to access the internet. Free parking is provided.
In the dining room the Ryokan serves Japanese multi-course breakfasts and dinners.
Chuokan Shimizuya Ryokan is a 10-minute bus ride from JR Nagano Station. It is a 13-minute walk from Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum, and a 45-minute drive from Taio Temple.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
“Lovely place and lovely hosts. They were so nice and kind. The place was super clean. It located near the Zenkōji Temple and view was amaizing. They gave Yukata for bath and the facility was also super clean and neat.”
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Julia
Germany
“The house is gorgeous and the room is beautifully furnished. The bath is quite nice and clean. The hosts and staff were very lovely, though no one spoke any English. Hot water and tea were provided in the room daily and drinking water was always...”
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Mary
United Kingdom
“Lovely old Ryokan with Onsen, close to the Shrines”
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Elaine
Australia
“Excellent location from Zenkoji temple and the shops selling snacks and souvenirs. Short bus ride from the station.
The place, although dated, has a nice charm and is well maintained.
Hosts were incredibly polite and thoughtful.
It was nice...”
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Bronwyn
Australia
“Experience the traditional japanese ryokan with authentic style including the onsen.”
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Joseph
New Zealand
“The owners were very friendly and helpful during my stay, very close to the temple i wanted to visit, the facilities were very clean at all times, the room was cleaned daily without asking.”
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Claire
Austria
“A wonderful traditional hotel with super location. The owners are a sweet older couple who were incredibly friendly and attentive. The shared bath is a great place to relax in the evening after a long day out. I can highly recommend staying here :)”
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Maria
France
“First onsen, great experience in the middle of the country side. Amazing hosts and lovely village”
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Charlotte
Vietnam
“Super sweet owners in the most charming and unique house. Great location too!”
Lindsey
United Kingdom
“Very authentic and homely traditional ryokan run by a lovely couple. Basic, yet authentic and clean rooms. I didn't use the private bathroom onsen, but my daughter did and said it was lovely and relaxing. Owners were very friendly and...”
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Facilities of Chuokan Shimizuya Ryokan
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3
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Non-smoking rooms
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
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Guests arriving by car must notify the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Guests with children must inform the property at time of booking. Please specify how many children will be staying and their respective ages in the special request box. Additional fees, conditions and supplements may apply.
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