About this property
Boasting unique milk-colored bubbly hot spring baths, Awanoyu provides traditional Japanese-style rooms and heartfelt hospitality. Guests can unwind in the open-air baths, try on yukata robes and savor delicately prepared Japanese meals at the ryokan. Free WiFi is offered at the lounge area and in all guest rooms. Fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding, each room comes with a low desk and seating cushions. There are also chairs beside the windows looking out to the lush trees. Other in-room facilities include a TV, a fridge and a telephone. The Awanoyu Ryokan offers karaoke facilities, drinks vending machines and safety deposit boxes. Luggage storage services are also available. The ryokan is a 1-hour drive from Matsumoto Interchange on Nagano Expressway. Matsumoto City and Matsumoto Castle are a 75-minute drive away. Featuring many local ingredients, the Japanese multi-course dinner and breakfast are served in the private room.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Breakfast
Property highlights
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)
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Free Private Parking Available On Site
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Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Pavel
Japan“Excellent service and a great onsen in a beautiful location. Highly recommended.” - Rohit
United Arab Emirates“For international travellers they should have English speakers; they did not have any. There were no options for vegetarians. They should have some options” - Natalie
United States“The onsen was beyond expectations! It was warm and relaxing. It was a bit uncomfortable to be around so many naked people, but no one really looks at you. Women can use a "bathing robe" that they provide, which I did and was tremendously helpful...” - Jon United States“We liked the old school feel of the place. The staff was really nice. The personal attention to our needs was exceptional. They pretty much do everything for you. They greet you in the parking lot at your car. They take your luggage to your room....”
- Krager
Singapore“One of the best onsen and ryokan we've experienced. The unique milky hot spring water is really gentle on the skin. Our children had a great time at the onsen too. The kaiseki dinner was exceptional. We stayed here for 2 nights and were given a...” 
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Thailand“This place is very good place for resting, and hotel have send message through Booking.com for confirmation about any allergy food or any other requirement from hotel which we are impressive.”
Chung United States“The hotel is awfully expensive but offers excellent food and an open air onsen. The open air onsen allows gentlemen and ladies to enjoy the onsen together. The ladies are covered with towels. This is very good because couples can enjoy the onsen...”
Hsia Singapore“Everything except the onsen changing room should include toiletries”- Andrew
New Zealand“Service for the staff, the amazing onsen, beautiful dinner” - Tsz
Hong Kong“We’ve had a few less than ideal experiences for traditional Japanese hot spring inns in the past, but this time was completely satisfying It’s wonderful, far from the hustle and bustle, the room is very clean, with extremely professional and...”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Guests arriving after 17:00 must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
In order to prepare special amenities for men and women, guests are kindly requested to indicate the gender of each guest staying in the room in the Special Requests box when booking.
Please note, the on-site bathroom is not available due to cleaning from 14:30-15:00 every day except Thursday and 10:00-15:00 on Thursdays.
Guests with children need to contact the property in advance if they require child meals. Charges apply.
Please note, guests must notify the property at least 2 days in advance of their arrival date to request on-site meals. Contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.
Please note there are no restaurants or convenience stores nearby.
The property is a 60-minute drive from Matsumoto Interchange. Guests arriving with a car are advised to drive early as roads to the property are through a mountainous area.
Please note that public transportation between Matsumoto Station and the property is limited and guests arriving by public transportation are advised to check bus and train schedules in advance.
Please inform Awanoyu 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.
Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
