㊙️2024 Karuizawa reservation guide: 10 highly rated star hotels recommended

In the summer of 2019, I went to Tokyo to participate in two fireworks festivals in the Sumida River and Edogawa districts. Taking advantage of the gap, I went to Karuizawa to arrange a four-day and three-night summer trip. Before the trip, we specially selected high-rated hotel accommodations in the Karuizawa area. Finally, Choose one of the new Karuizawa, Old Karuizawa, and Minamikaruizawa to stay in. All of them are newly opened or renovated hotels. Here we provide a selection list of hotels and check-in experience for everyone to refer to when planning Karuizawa reservations. (► Check the recommended list of Karuizawa area reservations)

How to choose the area and location of Karuizawa accommodation?

Karuizawa can be divided into five main areas: Shin-Karuizawa, Old Karuizawa, Minami-Karuizawa, Nakakaruizawa, and Shiozawa. The North Road Shinkansen runs directly from Tokyo to Karuizawa Station, and Shinkansen near the station The two areas of Ruizawa and Old Karuizawa can be said to be the most convenient places to stay. Attractions and shopping areas are densely populated. There are also the most electric bicycle rental stores. It is recommended that those who visit Karuizawa for the first time should give priority to these two areas. stay.

▲ Shin-Karuizawa and Old Karuizawa near the station are the most convenient places to stay. (data source:Karuizawa Tourism Association)

Newly opened and renovated accommodation options in Karuizawa

Those who prefer novel restaurants will definitely like the latest opening of KaruizawaHotel Indigo,Miyoda Hiramatsu Hotel,Cross Hotel,Karuizawa Hotel & ResortWaiting for the new opening option, but the resort location deviates from Karuizawa Station, this point must be psychologically prepared before booking.

Karuizawa's newest star resort

Hotel Indigo Karuizawa. Hotel Indigo Karuizawa, An IHG Hotel

• Reservation:agoda discount rate|booking.com
• Star rating: 4 stars
• Total number of rooms: 155
• Opening year: 2022

Hotel Indigo Karuizawa opens on February 2022, 2, following theHakone GoraThe second Japanese brand base, located next to the golf club in Minami-Karuizawa district, offers 155 double rooms (32㎡) and double suites (64㎡) with river view/garden view. Karuizawa features such as logs, KAGARIBI all-day Italian restaurant, The Spa by HARNN, ​​gym and large public bath.

Further readingKaruizawa Hotel Tour｜Hotel Indigo Karuizawa: Warm Logs and Fire Stove Features

The Hiramatsu Karuizawa Miyota.Hiramatsu Hotel Karuizawa Miyoda

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• Star rating: 5 stars
• Total number of rooms: 37
• Opening year: 2021

轻井泽御代田平松酒店于2021年3月16日正式开幕营业，日本平松酒店品牌旗下第6间据点，要求餐厅经营的法式旅馆风格。本馆设置法式餐厅Le Grand Lys(1楼)与全日餐厅La Lumière Claire(5楼)两间餐厅，提供16间双人房与12间套房共28间，本馆前方另建有9栋木造度假别墅。

Further readingKaruizawa Hotel Tour | Miyoda Hiramatsu Hotel: A French style hotel with exquisite cuisine

Karuizawa Cross Hotel. Hotel Karuizawa Cross

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• Star rating: 3 stars
• Total number of rooms: 24
• Opening year: 2021

Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort.Karuizawa Hotel & Resort

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• Star rating: 4 stars
• Total number of rooms: 58
• Opening year: 2018

Karuizawa Hotel and Resort opened in July 2018. It is located beside Bafeng Lake in the Bafeng Mountain area of ​​South Karuizawa. For travelers, the resort has hot spring facilities and restaurants open to the public. If overnight accommodation is not considered, a day trip to the hot springs can also be arranged.

Further readingKaruizawa Hotel and Resort: An independent hot spring resort in the eight winds

International hotel brand star selection

Marriott and Hilton Hotel Group, one of the world’s best in the world, have successively entered Karuizawa in recent years. Marriott chose to open a direct brand base in Nakakaruizawa. Hilton was included in the local characteristic hotel of old Karuizawa. Kikyo Hotel is recognized as its Curio Collection Hotel, which is also the first base of the Curio Collection brand in Japan. It advertises curiosity-inspiring fashion, uniqueness and local cultural spirit, allowing each hotel to maintain its own characteristics of independent management. At the same time, it can meet Hilton's quality assurance and membership rights.

Kyukaruizawa Kikyo, Curio Collection by Hilton.Karuizawa Kikyo Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

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• Star rating: 5 stars
• Total number of rooms: 50
• Year of renovation: 2015

The old Karuizawa Kikyo Hotel is an independent hotel that has been in business for many years. In 2018, it was officially incorporated into the Hilton Curio Collection brand. It was renovated in 2015. The overall planning of the rooms is focused on business hotels, with double/twin rooms as the main type. , To meet the needs of parents and children, there are also 3 tatami room types that can accommodate 4 people, and a pet-friendly room is specially set up to allow guests to bring pets.

Further readingCurio Collection by Hilton Hotel Karuizawa Kikyo: A stay experience that condenses the essence of Karuizawa

Hotel Rosso Karuizawa.Hotel Roseau Karuizawa

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• Star rating: 3 stars
• Total number of rooms: 33
• Opening year: 2018

Prince Hotel Group Resort

The Prince Hotels of Japan was established in 1956 and is a subsidiary of the Seibu Group with the railway transportation business as its core. It has the most bases in Tokyo, Hakone, and Karuizawa, and Karuizawa ownsPrince Villa,Prince Hotel East,Prince Hotel West,Royal Prince Hotel,Asama Prince HotelFive hotels, plus tourist facilities such as shopping plazas, outlet centers, and ski resorts, cover the entire area of ​​the south exit of Karuizawa Station. It is also the largest hotel group in Karuizawa.

The Prince Villa is the top accommodation located behind the shopping plaza, followed by the Royal Prince Hotel.The east hall and the west hall are located on the east and west sides of the Prince’s Villa. They provide general guest rooms and cabin accommodations. They are close to the ski resort and the outlet center. The Prince Asama is far away and focuses on golf courses for leisure. The entire park is served by a circular shuttle bus. Connected together, the average evaluation is highest in Prince Villa, Royal Prince, Prince East Building, but many hotel facilities can be shared.

The Prince Villa Karuizawa.Karuizawa Prince Villa

• Reservation:agoda discount rate|booking.com
• Star rating: 5 stars
• Total number of rooms: 10
• Opening year: 2014

Karuizawa Prince Hotel East.Karuizawa Prince Hotel East

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• Star rating: 4 stars
• Total number of rooms: 161
• Year of renovation: 2017

The Prince Karuizawa Hotel.Karuizawa Prince Hotel

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• Star rating: 5 stars
• Total number of rooms: 103
• Opening year: –

Hoshino Resorts Japan

Hoshino Resorts has HOSHINOYA Karuizawa, Bleston Court, BEB5 Karuizawa and other accommodation options in Karuizawa.Among them, the HOSHINOYA brand is affiliated to Hoshino Resorts of Japan. It focuses on themed luxury hotels and restaurants that combine local history and unique culture. Through elegant and beautiful space and landscape design, it creates a relaxing accommodation atmosphere.

HOSHINOYA Karuizawa.HOSHINOYA Karuizawa

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• Star rating: 4 stars
• Total number of rooms: –
• Opening year: –

Super convenient accommodation in front of Shin-Karuizawa Station

Shin-Karuizawa is the area around Karuizawa Station. The south exit is dominated by the Prince Hotel and the shopping plaza. The north exit is a commercial area with shops and restaurants. There are many bicycle rental shops and people who come to Karuizawa on the Hokuriku Shinkansen. If you plan to visit Karuizawa by bicycle, you can choose to stay in the area around the north exit of Karuizawa Station. You can go to the hotel on foot and rent a bicycle nearby. You don’t have to worry about traffic. It can be said to be the most convenient place to stay in Karuizawa. .

Hotel Grandvert Kyukaruizawa.Grand Hotel Karuizawa Vergiu

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• Star rating: 3 stars
• Year of renovation: 2019
• Total number of rooms: 45

Karuizawa Weljo Hotel is an independent hotel. The hotel has 16 guest rooms, including double rooms, twin rooms, family rooms, four-bed suites and other room types, as well as 45 free parking spaces. The new building opened in April 2019, adding elevator equipment, making it more convenient for guests to check in and check out, and the room types are more diverse, providing six-person rooms and a mix of Japanese and Western styles.

Further readingKaruizawa Vergiu Hotel: The new building opens in 2019 to provide diverse and Western-style rooms

Hotel Cypress Karuizawa.Hotel Cypress Karuizawa

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• Star rating: 4 stars
• Opening year: 1991
• Total number of rooms: 84

Old Karuizawa Ginza Street Inn Select

Old Karuizawa is centered on Ginza Street. Karuizawa’s old prosperous place is home to many historical buildings. Many historical hotels are here, and there are even traditional hotels that have been in business for more than a century.Kei Otowa No Mori Hotel and Karuizawa Grand Hotel are two European style palace-style hotels, both located on the main road of old Karuizawa; Tsuruya Hotel and Mapu Hotel are both century-old classic hotels, both close to Ginza Trading ring.

Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori.Old Karuizawa Hotel Otowa no Mori

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• Star rating: 4 stars
• Opening year: –
• Total number of rooms: –

Le Grand Kyu Karuizawa.Old Karuizawa Hotel

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• Star rating: 4 stars
• Total number of rooms: 43
• Opening year: 2016

Tsuruya Ryokan.Tsuruya

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• Star rating: 4 stars
• Opening year: –
• Total number of rooms: –

Mampei Hotel.Wanping Hotel

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• Star rating: 4 stars
• Total number of rooms: –
• Opening year: 1894

Newly renovated accommodation options in Karuizawa

Karuizawa is a famous summer resort in Japan. It has beautiful scenery with four distinct seasons. However, it is located in a rural area. Most of the accommodations are hotels that have been in operation for many years. Most of the buildings are limited to three floors. , Many high-rated star-rated hotels will be renovated one after another, and those who prefer novel hotels can also be included in the reservation options.

Karuizawa Marriott Hotel.Karuizawa Marriott Hotel

• Reservation:agoda discount rate|booking.com
• Star rating: 4 stars
• Total number of rooms: 80
• Year of renovation: 2016

Regina Resort Karuizawa Mikageyousui.Regina Resort Karuizawa Mikage Water

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• Star rating: 3 stars
• Total number of rooms: 26
• Opening year: 2016

Additional screening at the same scene: A guide to Karuizawa’s classic attractions

Karuizawa has three characteristics: many churches, many hot springs, and many golf courses. There are not many lively shopping places, but there are many natural attractions such as green trees and lakes. There are also many historical sites that record the footprints of literati.For those who visit Karuizawa for the first time, various characteristic churches are must-visit attractions. The plateau church and stone church in Nakakaruizawa are the most famous. Shopping is mainly on Ginza Street and Prince Shopping Plaza, and the small town on Elm Street. You can stop by when you visit Hoshino Onsen.

Kumba Pond and Yazaki Park are the most convenient water attractions. Shiozawa Lake and Shiraito Falls are far away. The old Mikasa Hotel is the most famous historical building. There are quite a lot of other historical buildings and art galleries. Those who are interested are welcome. In-depth study.For transportation to visit various attractions, rental electric bicycles are the first choice. The north exit of Karuizawa Station has the largest number of rental shops. Many hotels will also rent for free or for a fee, but the number is usually limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Shopping districts: Prince Shopping Plaza, Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, Elm Street Town
• Water attractions: Yunba Pond, Shiozawa Lake, Shiraito Falls, Yazaki Park
• Featured churches: Plateau Church, Stone Church, Mori Church, St. Paul Church, Xiao Memorial Church
• Historic buildings: Old Mikasa Hotel, Murosheng Rhinoceros Memorial Hall, and Old Kanae Bunni Villa
• Intellectual leisure: Hoshino Hot Springs, Shio Ke Hot Springs, Chitaki Hot Springs, Hachikaze Hot Springs, Tasaki Art Museum, Wakita Art Museum, Oga Concert Hall, Prince Hotel Ski Resort and Golf Course

Official website of Karuizawa Tourism Association:https://karuizawa-kankokyokai.jp/

▲ After taking the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo to Karuizawa Station, you can rent a bicycle to roam the North Exit.

▲ From Karuizawa Station, you can take the Shinano Railway Line. After arriving at Nakakaruizawa Station, you can rent a bicycle to travel around.

Karuizawa Star Hotel Location

This article recommends star-rated hotels in Karuizawa that are highly rated by guests. They are concentrated in the two areas of New Karuizawa and Old Karuizawa. The transportation is convenient and the scenic spots are gathered. The map simultaneously marks various classic scenic spots, providing you with the best way to book a room and plan your itinerary. refer to.