"Everything about the accommodation was excellent, especially the staff! Despite the communication struggles, they were very helpful and provided great service during my stay. The free shuttle service to the ski resort was also extremely useful as they would drive you to your desired resort and pick you up at your specified time.
Without a car, there is limited access to any surrounding towns. There is a bus but it’s relatively infrequent. However, staying in is also great due to the 24 hour...
"Everything about the accommodation was excellent, especially the staff! Despite the communication struggles, they were very helpful and provided great service during my stay. The free shuttle service to the ski resort was also extremely useful as they would drive you to your desired resort and pick you up at your specified time.
Without a car, there is limited access to any surrounding towns. There is a bus but it’s relatively infrequent. However, staying in is also great due to the 24 hour...
"This was our second stay at this fabulous, historic hotel. Food was extraordinary and the staff is terrific. The maitre de was very welcoming and gracious. Front desk staff and support staff are top notch. Well located and just a very meaningful visit. "
"This was our second stay at this fabulous, historic hotel. Food was extraordinary and the staff is terrific. The maitre de was very welcoming and gracious. Front desk staff and support staff are top notch. Well located and just a very meaningful visit. "
"I think very few gaijin go this far out. Some of the communication was difficult but the staff tried really hard and we enjoyed the stay
Hard to navigate getting to and from major stations and it snowed one day at end of March
Overall I’m glad we did it for the experience to be immersed in Japanese culture.
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"I think very few gaijin go this far out. Some of the communication was difficult but the staff tried really hard and we enjoyed the stay
Hard to navigate getting to and from major stations and it snowed one day at end of March
Overall I’m glad we did it for the experience to be immersed in Japanese culture.
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"Everything was excellent, from caring staff, property condition and food. Please note that there is no lift, but they take your bags up and down (2-4 floors). Free coffee/tea in their cafe/bar. Onsen was also very good. Room was spacious and we were allowed an early check-in. Highly recommended if you are visiting Chuzengi. Take care driving up the winding road during winter."
"Everything was excellent, from caring staff, property condition and food. Please note that there is no lift, but they take your bags up and down (2-4 floors). Free coffee/tea in their cafe/bar. Onsen was also very good. Room was spacious and we were allowed an early check-in. Highly recommended if you are visiting Chuzengi. Take care driving up the winding road during winter."
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Hit the slopes at White World Oze Iwakura during your trip to Katashina. Stroll along this culturally rich area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Hit the slopes in Katashina with a visit to Snow Pal Ogunahotaka Ski Area. Stroll along this culturally rich area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Hit the slopes at Katashina Kogen Ski Place during your trip to Katashina. Stroll along this culturally rich area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Nikkō-Shirane during your travels in Katashina. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
You can take time to visit Nikko Shiranezan Ropeway Center Station during your travels to Katashina. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nestled in the mountains, Katashina offers pristine ski slopes in winter and hiking trails through Oze National Park in summer. Rent gear at local shops to explore the area's natural hot springs and traditional Japanese inns with regional cuisine.
"The room was magnificent! It was huge with great view of the mountains! Heater worked wonderful! It was freezing outside so a good heater was super good for the night!
It was a Japanese style room, tatami floors and beds
AND they had extra beds to make it more comfy!
Would stay here again!!! "
"This may be my all time favorite of all the hotels I’ve stayed at! It’s maybe not for everyone but it oozes history and it felt like stepping back in time. The staff is really wonderful and were amazing. The beds super comfortable and the room had an amazing view of the river and mountains. If you’re a nostalgist like me you won’t be disappointed. "
"Room is nice and spacious, everywhere is clean, very comfortable
Osen area is a bit small, peak hour maybe crowded.
Buffet breakfast and dinner are delicious "
"Room was tatami, very traditional. My spouse loved sleeping on the tatami mats and she especially loved the yukkata and the onsen. The buffet dinner and breakfast were the best ever!"
"I stayed at the Ritz-Carlton Nikko recently and honestly, it was one of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had. The location alone makes it worth the trip — right on Lake Chuzenji, with the mountains and waterfalls of Nikko all around. It feels super peaceful and completely different from the city vibe of Tokyo.
Rooms
The rooms are huge by Japanese standards and beautifully designed. Think modern but with lots of Japanese touches — sliding doors, deep soaking tubs, and big windows that frame either the lake or the mountains. Mine had a lake view and waking up to that every morning was amazing.
Food
Food was excellent. Breakfast had both Japanese and Western options (the Japanese one was really special). Dinner was pricey, but the kaiseki course was worth it for the experience. If you want something lighter, there are cafés around the lake too.
Onsen & Spa
This is where the hotel really stands out. The onsen (hot spring) is incredible — both indoor and outdoor baths with natural hot spring water. Sitting outside in the hot bath while looking at the mountains was pure magic.
Service
super professional, but also warm and friendly. They remembered small details about preferences and made everything feel easy. Special thanks to Alex, Marek and Tiff.
Overall
If you’re heading to Nikko and want to splurge, this is the place. It’s not cheap, but it feels like an experience rather than just a hotel stay. Perfect for a co"
"This is modernized facility that offers so many services and events on site. I enjoyed dining services on specific hours, and structures of this facility were astonishingly beautiful.
My only issue was that the Japanese-western style room that i booked had mediocre view from window that kinda ruined the value of money. "
What are some of the best vacation rentals that Katashina has to offer?
Rakuten STAY VILLA Nikko: This vacation home rental near Katashina is equipped with a private yard, air-conditioning, and laundry facilities to help you feel comfortable during your stay. Kitchen amenities include a full-sized fridge, a dishwasher, and a microwave. See all vacation rentals in Katashina.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Katashina, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Katashina.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Katashina?
For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Katashina, click here.
What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Katashina?
What about the best place to stay near Snow Pal Ogunahotaka Ski Area?
One of the top choices for your stay is Pension Galaxy, located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Snow Pal Ogunahotaka Ski Area, and this pension offers free parking and free WiFi. Pension Aoki and Hotakakogen Shirakaba are two other good options within 5 miles.
What's the best accommodation for a winter vacation in Katashina?
Pension Rapan is a top pension for a winter getaway, and features ski-in/ski-out access and free parking. This pension is adjacent to Snow Pal Ogunahotaka Ski Area. Oze Shinkoso is another good choice for your winter getaway. See all ski hotels in Katashina.
Visitors can enjoy all that Katashina has to offer including the ski areas and parks. In Katashina, there are 8 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Katashina.
The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 32°F. The rainiest months in Katashina are July, September, October, and August, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.
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