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About this property
A 5-minute walk from Zenko-ji Temple, Japanese-style inn Chuokan Shimizuya Ryokan stands with a history of over 160 years. It features a public bath, massages and free Wi-Fi. Rooms have a traditional décor of tatami-mats and paper screens, with an LCD TV. Bathroom facilities are shared, and the public bath can be reserved for private use. Ryokan Shimizuya Chuokan offers coin-operated laundry facilities, and luggage storage is available. A PC in the lobby can be freely used to access the internet. Free parking is provided. In the dining room the Ryokan serves Japanese multi-course breakfasts and dinners. Chuokan Shimizuya Ryokan is a 10-minute bus ride from JR Nagano Station. It is a 13-minute walk from Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum, and a 45-minute drive from Taio Temple.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Claire
Austria
“A wonderful traditional hotel with super location. The owners are a sweet older couple who were incredibly friendly and attentive. The shared bath is a great place to relax in the evening after a long day out. I can highly recommend staying here :)” - Maria
France
“First onsen, great experience in the middle of the country side. Amazing hosts and lovely village” - Charlotte
Vietnam
“Super sweet owners in the most charming and unique house. Great location too!” - Lindsey
United Kingdom
“Very authentic and homely traditional ryokan run by a lovely couple. Basic, yet authentic and clean rooms. I didn't use the private bathroom onsen, but my daughter did and said it was lovely and relaxing. Owners were very friendly and...” - Hayley
Australia
“Authentic building and facilities. Very accommodating and friendly owners.” - Melanie
Germany
“Lovely traditional japanese Ryokan. Wonderful hosts. If you ever wanted to experience a night (or more) traditionally japanese, this is your place.” - Irane
Australia
“The location was close to the tourist areas and station. The ryokan had a nice Japanese feel and the staff were very lovely” - Angela
United Kingdom
“Warm welcome from owners, spacious traditional room, very clean and excellent onsen. Great location and buses to station nearby.” - Linda
Australia
“Authentic ryokan. Comfortable and large room with a lovely couple managing the place. Location to the temple was fabulous and walking distance to the train and bus right out in front.” - Paulus
Australia
“It was a nice ryokan and not too expensive. Staff are very nice.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Guests arriving by car must notify the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Guests with children must inform the property at time of booking. Please specify how many children will be staying and their respective ages in the special request box. Additional fees, conditions and supplements may apply.