About this property
Set in peaceful landscapes, Kogakuro offers pleasant Japanese-style rooms with plenty of natural light. It features indoor and outdoor hot springs, a library and a cozy lounge with a fireplace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Just 3 minutes' walk from Akakura Onsen Ski Resort, Kogakuro Onsen Hotel is a 12-minute drive from beautiful Imori-ike Pond. It is a 15-minute drive from JR Myoko Kogen Train Station. Featuring over-sized windows, heated rooms come with a seating area, tatami mat flooring and a private toilet. They have access to shared bathroom facilities. Leisurely afternoons can be spent with a book in the library or browsing the gift shop. Traditional Japanese meals are served for breakfast and dinner at the hotel’s dining area.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Skiing
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Property highlights
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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)
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Breakfast Info
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Continental, Buffet
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Ski-to-door
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Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Julynn
Singapore“Location was superb, close to the restaurants and the slope. Facilities were also clean and well-maintained. Breakfast provided was delicious!” - Ken
United States“The proprietors were extremely helpful. They can arrange transportation of luggage, have discount coupons for the ski resorts, and could answer all our questions. Most of the staff are Aussies or Kiwis, and there were some young Vietnamese in...” - Sophie
Australia“I loved the space of the room. The breakfast was incredible. So much choice and so well cooked” - James United States“Great place, superb staff especially Mieko who is fantastic.”
- Kuah Singapore“It’s in a quaint village with a nostalgic feel. We love and enjoy the stay in Myoko. Everyone was so helpful. We could ski at Lotte Arai or akakura. We drove from Tokyo to myoko. A 4WD is recommended to drive there in snowy weather. Skis rental is...”
- Oren Australia“Everything. Family run business and nothing was a trouble. Felt like home. Onsen was great after snowboarding”
- Haley Australia“Kogakuro is just a short walk from town and the lift - such a great location. Meiko and her staff were so helpful and friendly and always went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and fun. They supported us to find and book great local...”
- Jensen
New Zealand“Great location, indoor/outdoor Onsen, amazing staff and incredible breakfast!” - Sharon Australia“Comfortable rooms with both an indoor and outdoor onsen, perfect after a day on the slopes which were super close by. Mieko, the host maintained excellent communication before our stay answering all my questions promptly. During our stay Mieko...”
- Ryan United States“great bxfast, good community hang out area Japanese style rooms were nice and well taken care of Office staff is very accommodating and will book dinner reservations or whatever you need. Kid friendly”
Area info
Restaurants
- Dining room
- CuisineJapanese • Pizza
- AmbienceTraditional
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please notify the hotel at least a day in advance for meal reservations.
Please note that a breakfast buffet will be served during the winter season.
A free shuttle service to/from Myoko Kogen Station can be provided, depending on your arrival/departure time. Guests are required to make a reservation 1 day in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Extra parking fees will apply during the following period: from 30 December until 31 March.
Directions from JR Tokyo Station:
Please transfer at JR Nagano Staion, and take the Kita Shinano Line to Myoko Kogen Train Station.
Please inform Kogakuro 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.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.
