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Great hotel with perfect balance between traditional and modern. The staff and service were out of this world amazing and so were the meals (breakfast and dinner) which were both included. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Great location, very close to station and bus stop to the snow monkeys. The arrival drink and the complementary Sake bar at night made it even more special. Thanks so much to the team at Hotel Tsubakino for the amazing stay!

Wonderful hot baths, great location surrounded by restaurants and nature and a short trip to the monkey park. The best part was the owner who is super kind.

We had a fantastic stay here. The rooms are beautiful, stunning views and great location. Highly recommend!

Room was traditional and beautiful, great location to experience the onsens and the snow monkey park, with a helpful free drop off. We had breakfast and coffee in the restaurant and it was really nice. Staff were so helpful, especially the lady at breakfast :) One of our favourite experiences in Japan!

Great budget rustic authentic experience. Ability to have a private onsen at the hotel as well as the hotels separate onsen. Hint- male side is heaps better than female side. Jealous. Proximity to snow monkeys , onsens and quaint onsen town all great. Not luxurious but rooms large still great

This is a fantastic place to stay. I had some awesome conversations with the people in the hostel room. The rides to the train station were a big help. Walking around the small town was a great experience.

Great location for skiing, also the hotel is close to the Shiga ski school. Breakfast was included and very good.

Beautiful traditional building Beautifully decorated with private outdoor onsen. Great , welcoming host. Great location in an amazing town.

The inn's facilities and service are nice. The inn's outdoor onsen is brilliant for us to enjoy the night view with onsen. Although I live in another inn in Yudanaka on this trip, I like this outdoor onsen the most. 🙂 It is also interesting to explore the nine onsen of Shibu Onsen. The couple owners are kind and can speak nice English. The husband safely drives the shuttle and promptly answers the questions on booking.com. He is passionate about introducing the attractions to us.

Great location opposite a ski lift and lunch location. Access to cheap lift tickets. Rooms were on the larger size for Japan and there was ski hire and storage downstairs. On site onsen and cafe/restaurant. Complimentary tea and coffee near reception. Dinner in the main restaurant was traditional and delicious. Staff were very helpful.