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Hoshinoya Karuizawa

Hoshinoya Karuizawa

星のや軽井沢

Nagano · Chubu

Hoshinoya Karuizawa is a luxurious ryokan nestled in the serene mountains of Nagano. It offers a unique blend of traditional Japanese hospitality and modern amenities, surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes.

Why we picked it

Many travelers overlook this hidden gem in favor of more popular tourist spots.

Best season
Year-round
Crowd level
Moderate
Rating
4.2· 1,027 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Nearest station
NAKAKARUIZAWA STATION · 20 min walk
Website
hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/hoshinoyakaruizawa/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=mybusiness

Today

Open 24 hours

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

Tags

luxuryryokannature

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