Shoho
Shoho
Experience world-class service at Shoho
Located in the Utsukushigahara hot-spring area, Hotel Shoho offers Japanese and Western accommodation with mountain views. Guests can relax in the indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths and request massages for an extra cost. A free shuttle is available from JR Matsumoto Train Station, which is a 20-minute drive away and runs on a fixed schedule. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a safety deposit box. Japanese Yukata robes and toothbrush set are provided, and the en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding or in rooms with Western-style beds. For an extra cost, guests can use the private reservable hot-spring baths and sing at the karaoke rooms. Bicycles can be rented to travel around the area, while sauna rooms are on-site as well. Local products can be purchased at the souvenir shop and free Wi-Fi is available at the public areas. Traditional multi-course meals are served for dinner and a Japanese/Western buffet for breakfast. Shoho Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Matsumoto Castle and a 5-minute drive from Matsumoto Folkcraft Museum. Utsukushigahara Highlands are a 1-hour drive and Matsumoto Airport is a 30-minute drive away.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
Property highlights
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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)
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Breakfast info
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Buffet
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Free private parking available on-site
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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
- Nicole
Australia“We stayed in a room with the private spa as a bit of a splurge - it was well worth it! A beautiful resort with attentive staff, fantastic dinner experiences and a huge room with traditional seating, but western beds. We came with our seven year...” 
Hwee
Singapore“Good Onsen and delicious dinner. Very helpful staff and clean rooms.”- Percy Australia“We have private onsen in our room with beautiful panoramic view. We have also visited the public onsen and they are stunning. We have our private room for dinner and breakfast which is quiet and comfortable.”
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South Korea“The dining was wonderful. We were able to relax in a separate space for the five of us to eat. We were able to travel comfortably to the hotel because the hotel provided a shuttle bus from Matsumoto Station to the hotel. In addition, we provided...” - Joshua Australia“Got the tatami room which was super spacious and had a fantastic view throughout the day. There were two different indoor and outdoor onsens with a variety of options. The highlight was definitely the panoramic view onsen, enjoying the onsen with...”
- James Australia“The property is spectacular, clean with a modern Japanese decor. We were a family of four and the room we had was spacious with a beautiful view of the snow topped mountains. The staff were exceptional in all respects. The Onsen’s were clean and...”
Edgar
Portugal“Great facilities, great onsen, staff was very nice as well. Breakfasts is really good and dinner is a whole experience. Shuttle for the station is included, and the best part is that they leave your luggage in another hotel near the station, so no...”
Robert Australia“The room was extremely spacious and the view was beautiful. And our private onsen was such a nice touch. The staff were very helpful and polite”- Andrew Australia“The private Onsen was fantastic and the recommendations for eating from Azi san was top notch.”
- Ricky Australia“room was big and had an amazing view. room was clean and they also had a footbath outside. we'd definately come back again when we have the chance.”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Shoho
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Karaoke
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
Food & Drink
- Snack bar
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Shuttle service
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Wake-up service
- Fax/photocopying
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/banquet facilities
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Chapel/shrine
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- Massage
- Sauna
Languages spoken
- English
- Japanese
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
The free shuttle is available from JR Matsumoto Train Station at 16:00 and 17:00. It is available from the hotel to the station at 09:00 and 10:00. No reservations are needed.
Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.
Guests without a meal plan who want to eat breakfast and dinner at the property must make a reservation at least 1 day in advance.
Guests who are having dinner at the hotel must check-in before 19:00.
