Price: $148 nightly, $165 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, for Our top choices for Matsukawa Ravine hotels
Review: Truly authentic Japanese ryokan experience with incredibly great food, wonderful staff, and very unique private onsen experience. It's a bit out of the way from Nagano city but well worth the drive. The food preparation was absolutely amazing and such a wonderful experience., by Peter
Price: $113 nightly, $126 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, for Our top choices for Matsukawa Ravine hotels
Review: Great traditional Ryokan. The owners were extremely kind and offered rides to the Monkey Park and provided great tips on food. Highly recommend, by Heather
Price: $122 nightly, $136 total, Nov 15 - Nov 16, for Our top choices for Matsukawa Ravine hotels
Review: Very unique traditional onsen experience! Staff were very kind and helpful. Only stayed on night but it was perfect, very close to Yudanaka train station and Snow Monkey Park bus station, and only a mile walk from Shibu Hot Springs! Thank you very much. , by Michael
Price: $381 nightly, $421 total, Nov 30 - Dec 1, for Our top choices for Matsukawa Ravine hotels
Review: A beautiful full-service experience that exceeded our expectations. The included dinners and breakfasts not only tasted good, but also taught us about Japanese culture and customs. Thank you to all staff for providing the experience., by Alan
Price: $355 nightly, $393 total, Nov 17 - Nov 18, for Our top choices for Matsukawa Ravine hotels
Review: Our stay here was amazing. The onsens were relaxing and beautiful, but the staff is what made our stay one of our favorite places while in Japan. Everyone went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and at home., by Evelyn
Price: $251 nightly, $276 total, Dec 1 - Dec 2, for Our top choices for Matsukawa Ravine hotels
Review: The food is delicious and very varied. And the onsen bath was fantastic. They have access to a spring that makes your skin feel soft like cotton. Truly a lovely experience, by Edward
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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matsukawa Gorge during your travels in Takayama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
You can learn about the history of Takayama with a trip to Japanese Weeping Cherry Tree. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kaminari-daki Waterfall during your travels in Takayama. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Edo Higan Cherry Tree of Kurobe during your travels in Takayama. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Learn about the local history of Takayama when you spend time at Japanese Cherry Tree. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
You can learn about the history of Takayama with a stop at Tsuboi Weeping Cherry Tree. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Review: Immaculate rooms and the staff was very helpful and accommodating for English speakers. Relaxing hot baths, incredible food in an unfussy setting, by John, February 18, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: This was a very nice experience for me and my family. The hotel itself is very nice, but the best part is the service provided by the staff. Extremely courteous and they provided for all our requests. It's in a very nice location with 9 onsens (hot spings) within walking distance. As long as you stay in a hotel in town, you get a free key to access all of them. The hotel provides you with a Onsen outfit that we found very fun to walk around in (like a kimono with jacket and wooden sandels)...., by Glenn, January 16, 2017, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Beautiful surroundings, and right next to the path that leads to the monkey park. We very much enjoyed the kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast. They were happy to explain what everything was and how to eat it, since a number of the dishes were unfamiliar to us (in particular with the breakfast). The public onsen is nice, and in addition to the indoor pool, has a small but pretty outdoor area. The staff anticipate everything, and somehow manage to be extremely helpful while leaving you on your..., by Douglas, December 26, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Wonderful stay. People were great! Food excellent. quick van rides to and frome nearby slopes., by Nathaniel, March 5, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: This place is amazing. Service is wonderful. Food is extraordinary and there are 2 excellent hot springs in hotel. One of best experiences of my 2 week trip., by troy, December 11, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: All around incredible stay. Located on the Onsen road, with access to two public baths outside of the hotel, two very well equipped Onsen within the hotel, and the option to reserve a private Onsen as well. Not listed on when booking, but the hotel picked us up from the train station, as well as runs a free shuttle once every morning (940am) to the monkey park. Really nice touch that they should publicize more broadly. Highly recommend getting breakfast and dinner included. Highlight of the..., by Adrian, April 18, 2018, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Really nice place. You get access to the 9 onsen nearby and the town is cute and quiet. Definitely opt in for meals, they are AMAZING., by Leah, March 23, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: An unforgettable experience with my son who is 9 we enjoyed the private onsen with 2 separate baths we bathed under the stars which was perfect. The staff was incredibly accommodating attentive and so SWEET , the Japanese chocolate covered pecans are dreamy definitely grab a box or 2!, by Victoria, February 15, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Very unique traditional onsen experience! Staff were very kind and helpful. Only stayed on night but it was perfect, very close to Yudanaka train station and Snow Monkey Park bus station, and only a mile walk from Shibu Hot Springs! Thank you very much., by Michael, May 20, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: This traditional ryotan was wonderful. It was a blend of traditional Japanese with modern updates. We booked a suite that had western beds and a private onsen. Our sons shared a smaller room with tatami mats. We selected the traditional dinner and breakfast which were wonderful experiences. If you do not like traditional Japanese food you may not like the meal option. The service was great and staff helpful, despite some language limitations. It was very conveniently located near the train..., by Irving, June 4, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: The front desk agents were super kind and helpful. They both spoke English. We needed that. Bountiful and delicious dinner and breakfast buffets were included. Our room was amazingly well appointed and large. The king bed was beyond adequate. It was two full sized beds bound together. We hope to return to this property some day., by Rodney, October 9, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Aside from the lovely hosts, the best thing about this place is proximity to the Snow Money Park, which is INCREDIBLE! There are a few good places to eat within walking distance, Enza at the park entrance is fantastic, and we also loved Farmhouse brew pub. As for the actual lodging, it's great. The hosts are the sweetest people in the world, very accommodating. I had the Japanese breakfast each morning and it was stellar. I also had the onsen to myself for an hour or so each night. Lovely..., by Donna, June 21, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Very enjoyable experience with polite staff in kimono. If one would like to immerse themselves in Japanese tradition with tatami floors, sleeping on futon, and taking a traditional bath (onsen)/dress in yukata provided by the hotel, then this is the hotel for you., by John, June 18, 2015, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: The room was spotless and comfortable. The staff was amazing! Very. Courteous and helpful the moment you arrive. The station is a within walking distance which is helpful if in a rush., by Saul, February 17, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: This was the last place we stayed during our honeymoon trip to Korea and Japan — we had the "Japanese Style with Open Air Bath B (Take)" room which was massive and featured an outdoor bathing area with piped in hot spring water. We had an amazing host who explained everything about the room, a spectacular dinner was included, and overall a really magical evening. Definitely worth the cost. Still thinking about our time there..., by Matt, November 21, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: If I could rate Shimaya an 11 out of 10, I would. The inn itself was so charming and wonderful, and that's long before you get to the wonderful hosts' hospitality, joy, and kindness. When we shared our plans for Nagano, we were told we HAD to check out Obuse...which was a worthwhile stop on our trip and definitely added to the richness we enjoyed in Japan! Thank you so much., by Hannah, December 14, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Went here March of 2016 and had an Amazing time. We arrived at the train & took a taxi to the ryokan [900¥], the staff was so nice they took in our luggage and we went to the snow monkeys [30 min inclined walk to the monkey park gate] or a quick 5 min taxi ride to the gate [900¥] the ryokan does offer a free shuttle at 11am to the monkey park, make sure not to miss that. The rooms were clean and quiet. The staff helped us find a private Onsen across the street due to our tattoos. It was awesome...., by Adrian, March 24, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the area like around Matsukawa Ravine?
Matsukawa Ravine is located in a culturally rich area of Takayama that travelers like for its hot springs and mountain views. You'll find 37 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Matsukawa Ravine?
Ryokan Warabino is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this ryokan offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Matsukawa Ravine. Other good choices within 5 miles include Kumanoyu Hotel and Sachinoyu Hotel Shiga Kogen.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Matsukawa Ravine?
Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Matsukawa Ravine.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Matsukawa Ravine, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Matsukawa Ravine.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Matsukawa Ravine?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Kobayashi Issa Museum and Sake Storehouse and Museum. Head up the mountain to Yamaboku Wild Snow Park, Kumanoyu Ski Area, or Kita Shiga Komaruyama. Enjoy nature at Yamada Onsen, Japanese Cherry Tree, or Kaminari-daki Waterfall.