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2 adults, 1 room

1/5
4.2/5
Great
96 reviews
300m from Yudanaka Station
1K+ people booked
€104.81
Based on rates from 12 Oct
1/5
4.5/5
Fantastic
37 reviews
600m from Yudanaka Station
500+ people booked
€530.43
Based on rates from 24 Oct
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
400m from Nozawa Onsen Morning Market
€109.56
Based on rates from 7 Oct
1/5
3.7/5
Good
52 reviews
300m from Yudanaka Station
700+ people booked
€104.19
Based on rates from 15 Oct
1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
230 reviews
1.7km from Yudanaka Station
Local hidden gem
Nature retreat
3K+ people booked
€354.35
Based on rates from 13 Oct
1/5
4.6/5
Fantastic
149 reviews
1.6km from Yudanaka Station
Hospitable service
2K+ people booked
€61.32
Based on rates from 2 Oct
1/5
4.5/5
Fantastic
190 reviews
1.0km from Yudanaka Station
2K+ people booked
€85.29
Based on rates from 28 Oct
1/5
4.6/5
Fantastic
52 reviews
1.9km from Yudanaka Station
Hospitable service
Well-equipped facilities
700+ people booked
€187.17
Based on rates from 22 Oct
1/5
4.1/5
Great
30 reviews
200m from Kumanoyu Ski area
400+ people booked
€163.75
Based on rates from 18 Oct
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
4 reviews
2.4km from downtown
Well-equipped facilities
€359.31
Based on rates from 26 Oct
1/5
4.3/5
Great
56 reviews
500m from Yudanaka Station
800+ people booked
€66.14
Based on rates from 9 Oct
1/5
4.7/5
Fantastic
6 reviews
2.3km from downtown
Nature retreat
€92.87
Based on rates from 30 Sep

Top rated hotels in Shimotakai

1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
400m from Nozawa Onsen Morning Market
€109.56
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
700m from Nozawa Onsen Morning Market
€312.07
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
4 reviews
2.4km from downtown
Well-equipped facilities
€359.31
1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
230 reviews
1.7km from Yudanaka Station
Local hidden gem
Nature retreat
€354.35
1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
12 reviews
1.9km from Kumanoyu Ski area
Hospitable service
Well-equipped facilities
€196.72
1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
123 reviews
2.9km from Yudanaka Station
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
€478.04
1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
67 reviews
400m from Yudanaka Station
Clean and tidy
€310.73
1/5
4.8/5
Fantastic
150 reviews
1.4km from Yudanaka Station
Hospitable service
€179.76
1/5
4.8/5
Fantastic
68 reviews
600m from Yudanaka Station
Hospitable service
€365.43
1/5
4.8/5
Fantastic
164 reviews
200m from Yudanaka Station
Well-equipped facilities
€175.87
1/5
4.8/5
Fantastic
146 reviews
2.0km from Yudanaka Station
Hospitable service
€118.48
1/5
4.8/5
Fantastic
71 reviews
1.7km from Yudanaka Station
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
€386.82

Luxury hotels in Shimotakai

1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
230 reviews
1.7km from Yudanaka Station
Local hidden gem
Nature retreat
€354.35
1/5
4.7/5
Fantastic
224 reviews
500m from Yudanaka Station
Well-equipped facilities
€147.81
1/5
4.8/5
Fantastic
164 reviews
200m from Yudanaka Station
Well-equipped facilities
€175.87
1/5
4.5/5
Fantastic
37 reviews
600m from Yudanaka Station
€530.43
1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
67 reviews
400m from Yudanaka Station
Clean and tidy
€310.73
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
400m from Nozawa Onsen Morning Market
€109.56
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
4 reviews
2.4km from downtown
Well-equipped facilities
€359.31

Shimotakai at a glance

When are Shimotakai hotels cheapest?

Time your stay for lower nightly rates

Typical range Typical rate
$600
$500
$400
$300
$200
$100
Avg $242 Priciest $459 Cheapest $117
Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Nightly rates dip to around USD 117 in October, roughly 75% below the September peak, so avoid September if you want lower hotel costs. Based on Klook booking data, September 2025 – June 2026.

How much do Shimotakai hotels cost per night?

Typical nightly rate

$400
$300
$200
$100
$0
$121
Budget
$225
Standard
$355
Premium

Standard rooms offer the best balance of price and comfort at about USD 225 per night; the biggest jump is from standard to premium (+USD 130), with top-tier rates roughly 2.9× the cheapest. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

14 daysLast-minute
40 daysTypical
137 daysEarly

Travellers typically book about 40 days ahead, giving moderate planning flexibility rather than urgency, which is useful when avoiding the priciest September period. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

More about Shimotakai hotels

What staying in Shimotakai County feels like

Staying in Shimotakai County shows a noticeable spread between budget and high-end rooms: the priciest class runs roughly 2.9 times the price of the most affordable. The standard tier tends to hit the sweet spot for most travellers, offering the best balance of cost and comfort.

How the hotel classes compare and who they suit

Economy rooms sit well below the others, appealing to travellers prioritizing low cost over extras. Standard properties are the best-value choice and represent the midpoint before the next price step; they suit most visitors looking for a solid balance. The biggest price jump comes when moving from standard to premium, marking a clear decision point for travellers considering more space or upgraded touches. Premium rooms are noticeably more expensive than standard and generally suit those wanting a more elevated stay.

When travellers from the United States typically book

Rates peak in September and drop to their lowest in October; a budget-led trip works best in October when rates are much lower than in September. Rooms here are typically reserved about 40 days ahead, so consider booking a month or so in advance—plans can still be adjusted more easily than in places that require very long lead times.

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