About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Nakaya Ryokan in Minakami offers family rooms with air-conditioning, tatami floors, and modern amenities such as refrigerators, TVs, and electric kettles. Each room includes a seating area, slippers, and a wardrobe. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can unwind in the on-site hot spring bath and stay connected with free WiFi. Additional facilities include a shared bathroom, housekeeping service, and luggage storage. Dining Experience: A daily Asian breakfast is served, highly praised by guests for its quality and variety. The property also offers menus for special diets and a seating area for meals. Convenient Location: Located 109 mi from Niigata Airport, Nakaya Ryokan is near Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort (24 mi), Naeba Ski Resort (25 mi), and Tanigawadake (26 mi). The surrounding area features a hot spring area.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Robert
United Kingdom
“Wow! It was fantastic. The staff were lovely. We got to choose from a variety of patterns of yakata (robes) which was really special. The room (with an ensuite toilet and sink!) was massive. We were provided with 5 futons so we could pile them on...” - Christian
Germany
“Such a charming Ryokan, with friendly attentive staff. The Onsen were wonderful, especially the outdoors Onsen. We also visited the nearby Tanigawa ridge fro hiking, which I can recommend.” - Rebecca
United States
“The staff were very accommodating and polite! We had great access to onsen (indoor and outdoor), free apple ice sweets afterwards, delicious dinner and breakfast, and self-serve tea & coffee.” - Phunthira
Thailand
“- very helpful staffs. some dont speak english but with their great service-minded attitude and their translator device, the communication is not a problem at all. - full course dinner is served in the room. while breakfast is buffet. all tastes...” - Hilary
United States
“Onsen + meals + room all in one?! Incredibly relaxing and excellent value!” - Lorenz
Germany
“Super clean and organized. Very good meals. Loved the tea supply. Onsen was nice. Well managed. Although I was there alone, they were clearly very kid and baby friendly and equipped accordingly. MST be great for young parents.” - Danielle
New Zealand
“We would highly recommend Nakaya Ryokan to anyone else we know travelling. We thought the hospitality was exceptional and we are very grateful for the experience we had. They helped us manage our luggage via storage. They were always so helpful...” - Valentin
Germany
“The staff, the breakfast, the dinner, the quietness, the two private onsen. Everything was so lovely! We both really really enjoyed it, and we will surely come back next time we're in Japan!” - Lillian
Australia
“Nakaya Ryokan was the best place we stayed on our trip to Japan. The hotel is beautiful, the rooftop onsens were a highlight and the staff were incredibly helpful, friendly, and welcoming. We will 100% come back one day.” - Gemma
United Kingdom
“We loved staying in this little ryokan. The staff are really friendly. The baths are great. We got 2 private bath times to use the wooden and stone baths. The place is so traditional and quiet. Parking is right next door. We loved making up our...”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.







The fine print
Guests with a room-only or breakfast-inclusive rate must check in by 21:00 to eat dinner at this property.
Breakfast is only served from 8:30.
Please note, the front desk closes at 21:00.
Please inform Nakaya Ryokan of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.