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Reviews of Kadowakikan 3 stars

389-2502 Nagano, Nozawa Onsen, Toyosato 6481, Japan

#3 of 30 hotels in Nozawa Onsen

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 122 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shared onsen /bathroom with no sign for occupied, however could time with our friends for separate bath times. Breakfast was not early enough for first day ski equipment hire and classes therefore we had to get our own breakfast

    Lift, heater in rooms, security safe, futon with warm quilts. Helpful owner who had time to drive us to near sports thanx and pickup from bus stop

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    9.0
    Would consider it again if the snow condition is better.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast a pit plain, toilet smells as the house is dated. Location close to the lift but far from the town center, so lack of dinner options.

    Futon bed very comfortable, onsite Japanese onsen was set to perfect temperature, make a good recovery after a day on the slopes. Very good value considering the price.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything about this location is amazing. Looking forward to the next time I can come back to stay here. The onsen in the basement was especially awesome. The rooms were spacious and sunny.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I enjoyed everything about this stay. The room was very cozy, and their was an onsen inside the guest house as well. The main thing I wanna point out is the service - Kadowaki-san was such a fantastic host, helping with gear rental, recommendations, and general inquiries. It was very nice to talk to as well and very efficient with Google Translator :D. I was in Japan for 2 weeks, and this was by ease the best place I stayed at. Will definitely be back to this place and highly recommend it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    9.0
    Excellent, clean and comfortable stay, close to the ski lift.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing, this property exceeded expectations.

    Wonderful stay, host was very welcoming and accommodating and assisted with making bookings, getting lift tickets, and recommending where to eat. The breakfast at the property is exceptional value and the fresh fruit that was included was very welcome and delicious. The Onsen at the property was also very convenient, as was the robe provided. 15min walk into the centre of town, and 4 mins to the closest ski lift. I would recommend this property and stay again.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some may find the shared bathroom an issue, but I found it an easy over look.

    The host and dinner were highlights. The proximity to the ski lift was amazing. In-house onsen was perfect after snowboarding all day.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    10
    Kadowakikan was like home away from home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything. It is possibly getting a little ‘tired’ if you like everything modern and up-to-date, but great value

    Lovely big room with a great view, nice onsen, proprietor very kind and helpful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    9.0
    Lovely comfortable space with friendly hosts and amazing breakfast. Love that it has its own bath so you have a choice o
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little far from the main ski gondola (it’s close to another ski lift) but not a big issue.

    Friendly hosts, comfortable room, amazing breakfast, great location.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    10
    Amazing stay, highly recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We liked it all.

    The Japanese breakfast was delicious. Moreover, the onsen was very relaxing after skiing. The owner is the best, helped us guide to amazing restaurant, booked a skipass with a discount and brought us to the bus stop. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    Absolutely perfect surroundings with an incredible host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing out stay was wonderful

    Our stay was very welcoming and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    10
    Great place! Really welcome!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Everything! Especially Owner. He was really helpful. He always happy to answer our questions and needs.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The owner was so generous and helpful with his time. He picked us up from the bus and dropped us back when leaving. He was so kind and thoughtful, helping us with great restaurant options for our young family, giving us a lift to hire ski gear. We had a fabulous stay and can't rate everything highly enough. Thank you so much!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Japanese-Style Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Amazing friendly receptionist he guided me through out stay my stay was more pleasant . He guided me to local amazing restaurant ski pass . It was home away from home ambience . The onsen is so relaxing after a tiring skiing !!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    10
    Look forward to staying again next year
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Japanese-Style Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Always so welcoming

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyed and excellent weekend away for an incredible price with an incredible host and location. Would recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host is the most lovely and helpful man you’ll ever meet and the property is located no more than 60m from the slopes.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    8.0
    Amazing place in Nozawa Onsen
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stench in the toilets.

    Great and friendly service. Host Yasuo-san goes above and beyond to make us feel comfortable.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    8.0
    Thank you for a wonderful stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn't find a shower onsite. Need to use onsen baths instead. Bathroom a little dated. Breakfast selection was limited but good value.

    Very close to ski lifts, quiet area, on-site onsen, super friendly and helpful staff, got picked up and dropped off to bus terminal, discounted ski tickets.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    10
    Great value for money, clean, quiet and accessible to everything at Nozawa Onsen
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Japanese-Style Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kadowakikan was excellent value for money for a 4 night stay in Nozawa Onsen. The owner was extremely helpful with information and recommendations, plus discounted lift tickets. It was easily accessible to the quad lift to access the whole ski resort. The Japanese-style room was large, quiet and clean, with a safe for valuables, plus a beautiful view of the mountains. Thank you for a lovely stay

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    10
    A wonderfully authentic ryokan with warm staff and close to everything!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Japanese-Style Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    This was my second visit to Kadowakikan and Is my favorite ryokan in all of Japan! The hosts are lovely, very helpful and will do everything they can to make your visit perfect! They were even nice enough to meet me at the bus stop to take me up to the ryokan. The room I booked was a single and was a very generous size for one person with panoramic views of the town and mountains. Kadowakikan has a small but relaxing onsen in the basement which I used every day. The local public onsen around the corner is also excellent. There are many restaurants and bars, and several cafes within a few minutes walk. If you are skiing or boarding, the closest chair lift is a few minutes walk up the hill. As before, I can't wait to return again!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    Perfect location, great price & wonderful host!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, such good value.

    Such a beautiful location! Our second time staying here. The traditional Japanese rooms were comfortable and cozy but most of all you will be greeted by the best host you could ever ask for, such a wonderful man & really makes staying here a great experience. We had a 1 year old baby with us & we were made to feel so welcomed! The onsen is a bonus and perfect after a day on the slopes & the breakfast is the best value you will find in town.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s a bit oldish

    The host was incredibly helpful and kind with us

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    10
    Your Home Away From Home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is a definite yes! The owners are so helpful and welcoming. I was a bit uneasy with it being our first time to Japan, arriving late at night in the cold after a long travel from the U.S. The owner graciously picked us up at the bus stop and even dropped us at a restaurant that was still open so we could have a hot meal. We felt right at home and our accommodations were very comfortable. Lots of special touches such as a tea kettle and cookies in the room. Robes, towels and slippers included. The breakfast was quite good as well. Everything is very clean. We loved the location and the Onsen downstairs. Everyone was super nice, a great value, and we would definitely stay here again. Book it!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    10
    Friendly and helpful owner, providing large, comfortable and clean traditional style rooms in a great location. Will ret
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, I thought the property was great.

    Host was terrific, really helpful and friendly. He showed us the best routes to take on the mountain, offered discounted ski lift tickets, suggested some great cafes and restaurants, and nearby public onsen. He even drove us to the bus stop at the end of our stay. Rooms are large traditional Japanese style futons with tatami floors and very clean. Location is also really great - it’s a short walk into town, and from there not far to the ski lifts. There’s a free shuttle as well nearby which will take you directly to the ski lifts if you don’t want to walk or have your gear.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    9.0
    My stay was excellent, Mr Kadowaki was a wonderful host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Japanese-Style Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really

    Great amenities and nice room especially for me being solo traveller

    Stayed in February 2024

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