Hotel Uzuraya
6/10 Good - Based on 1 reviews
Hotel Uzuraya is a traditional ryokan established since the Edo period, set in the Yawata area of Chikuma in Nagano. The property combines timber construction and modest communal spaces to convey a home‑like atmosphere and warm hospitality. Guest accommodation mixes tatami‑floored Japanese‑style rooms and rooms with private bathrooms, and the ryokan provides hot spring bathing on site. As a ryokan with onsen in Nagano, it serves as a base for exploring Nagano and nearby temples while offering an authentic, regionally grounded stay.
Rooms are compact and clean, typically furnished with futons or low beds, tea kettle, fridge, safe and flat‑screen TV; many room types include an en‑suite bathroom often equipped with a bidet. Shared onsen and public bathing areas are available, and house rules may restrict entry for guests with visible tattoos. The property offers free parking and complimentary Wi‑Fi, and staff can assist with local transport; standard check‑in begins in the mid‑afternoon. On‑site bathing, straightforward room layouts and basic modern conveniences underline the ryokan’s balance of tradition and practicality.
Meal service emphasizes seasonal Shinshu ingredients and local specialties such as Sarashina soba, with half‑board options commonly available when arranged in advance. The ryokan is a short taxi ride from the nearest station, which makes day trips to Nagano city, Zenkō‑ji and nearby mountain recreation areas convenient. With family‑friendly rooms, accessible parking and a modest, authentic setting, Hotel Uzuraya exemplifies a ryokan with onsen in Nagano Prefecture suited to travellers seeking simple, regionally rooted accommodation.
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Review summary for: Hotel Uzuraya
Positive Reviews
Clean, well-kept room
Guest reported the room was clean and tidy, creating a pleasant stay.
Comfortable bath/onsen
Guest found the onsen/bath very pleasant and relaxing.
Delicious local sweet (uzura mochi)
Guest praised the uzura mochi, describing it as very tasty.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hotel Uzuraya has 21 Japanese-style guest rooms with a total capacity of about 100 people; many rooms include private bathrooms.
Yes — the property features a communal hot-spring bath and a private bath (Jacuzzi) that can be reserved; day-trip bathing is available under certain conditions.
Dinner and breakfast are offered and are typically served in your guest room as part of the ryokan’s half-board service.
Standard check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
The nearest station is Yashiro Station — the ryokan is about 5 minutes by taxi or roughly a 40-minute walk from there; local taxis are the usual connection.
No scheduled airport or hotel shuttle is listed; guests typically arrive via Yashiro Station, taxi, or by car, and the property provides free parking for about 50 vehicles.
Staff are primarily Japanese and English may be limited; contact the ryokan in advance if you require language assistance.
Private use of the reserved bath/Jacuzzi can be arranged by reservation; contact the property directly to request private bookings or special arrangements.
Pet policies are not specified in the standard listing, so guests should confirm directly with the property; small shops are available locally and larger supermarkets can be reached in the Chikuma area.
Hotel Uzuraya sits in the Chikuma/Nagano hot-spring area and is a practical base for exploring nearby onsen neighborhoods, local town walks and regional sights; the staff can recommend nearby points of interest and transport options.