Ryuo Mountain Hotel

Hotels
10 (31 reviews)
Yomase 11700-243 , Shimotakai , jp

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Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Table tennis
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Physical distancing rules followed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Ski area is nice
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Inadequate food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
10
Reports of extreme dirtiness, mold, and unsanitary conditions.
Service
10
Staff were friendly and helpful as best they could be.
Location
10
Limited access to amenities makes staying inconvenient.
Room Quality
10
Reports of small rooms, broken fixtures, and poor maintenance.
Amenities
10
Facilities like rental equipment are outdated and poorly maintained.
Value for Money
10
Some amenities available at low cost but overall disappointing experience.
Food and Beverage
10
Food quality described as disgusting and inedible.
Overall Experience
10
Guests expressed a strong desire to avoid staying here again.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 08:14

Property Description

Mountain Paradise at Ryuo Mountain Hotel

Nestled in the heart of Shimotakai, Ryuo Mountain Hotel offers a perfect retreat with immediate access to Ryuoo Ski Park. Indulge in the convenience of our on-site restaurant, free property-wide WiFi, and direct ski-to-door access for the ultimate mountain experience.

Comfortable Accommodations

Unwind in our cozy guest rooms equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, shared bathrooms, and plush bed linens. Wake up to breathtaking mountain views right outside your window.

Outdoor Adventures Await

Embark on thrilling outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and even a friendly game of table tennis. With Jigokudani Monkey Park and Zenkoji Temple just a short distance away, the possibilities for exploration are endless.

Book your mountain getaway at Ryuo Mountain Hotel and create unforgettable memories in the scenic beauty of Shimotakai.

Important information:

The property is located on the ski slopes and only reachable via snowmobile from the information center. Please contact the property after arriving at the departure / arrival location (the back door next to the bathroom on the 2nd floor).Please inform 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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

10
Based on 31 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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toki • family_with_children • jp
6
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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LIN • extended_group • tw
8
適合新手滑雪練功
Pros:

價格划算 靠近雪道

Cons:

大概就是有年紀的旅館
但是照片還是二十年前拍的吧🤣

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Genis • family_with_children • th
7
Pros:

We booked this hotel as a family of 4 because it was within budget and one of very few hotels available for our dates of a last minute ski holiday. We had read the reviews and didn't have high hopes. However, before the trip I emailed several times about various things and was always responded to quickly and accurately. On arrival and check in we were greeted by a very friendly and helpful man who spoke English and was very helpful and accommodating! We then went to our room- a japanese Tatami/futon room. It was clean and heated and no mould. However, we heard from other guests their rooms did have mould.. It was big enough and had a clean bathroom and toilet. The shower wasn't amazing, but it worked. At dinner we were pleasantly surprised. Again, it wasn't amazing, but it was better than the reviews and there were plenty of options- katsu curry, fried meats, vegetable dishes, basic salad options etc. Considering the price we paid, we were happy! The onsen in the basement was amazing. The showers had a good pressure and great temperatures and the changing rooms super warm. We showered down here daily as well as enjoying the free onsen use. So, whilst it isn't a 5* hotel, it never pretends to be one! We thought it was pretty good value for what we paid- we were right next to the middle ski lift.

Cons:

There was definitely mould around the hotel and as some reviews say, the wall paper is peeling off in areas. However, this wasn't the case for the whole place. Yes, it definitely needs a bit of a renovation or facelift, but then I imagine the price will double.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Live • extended_group • no
3
Pros:

The driver on the snowmobile was really friendly. Food was mediocre.

Cons:

Fake pictures on the booking.com site. Really run down. We decided to move after two nights. The booking was for 6 nights.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Amber • family_with_children • au
7
Great spot! Lovely staff! Very old school vibe
Pros:

The location is great and the staff are absolutely beautiful

Cons:

It is a little run down and needs a good clean.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Kylie • family_with_children • au
6
Nice spot to stay if you are skiing
Pros:

Great location right on the snow and close to Sora Ropeway.
Friendly staff and great view from room.
Nice restaurants for lunch within walking distance and up the mountain.
Breakfast and dinner included.

Cons:

Quite an adventure to get to the hotel - Shinkansen, electric railway, bus and snowmobile.
If you are not skiing there is not much to do after you have done the ropeway.
You need to rely on the snowmobile to get up and down to the information centre (for ropeway tickets, hire equipment, snowboard lessons etc). They only do limited trips a day which would have been nice to know so we could book as soon as we got there. Some rental equipment at the hotel but nothing for kids. Weren’t even able to borrow a toboggan or sled for the kids to play in the snow with.
Was quite a cold hotel, especially in the dining room.
Felt like a school camp.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Fujimoto • family_with_children • jp
10
Pros:

El lugar estuvo muy lindo el paisaje hermoso! El staff super amable !

The place was very beautiful, the scenery was stunning, and the staff were super friendly!

とても素敵な場所でした。景色もとても美しく、スタッフの皆さんもとても親切でした！

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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NOE • family_with_children • au
7
Pros:

スタッフが親切。事前の連絡もきちんと返してくれました。温泉がとっても良かったです。ホテルがリフト2個分あがったところだったのですぐに滑りに行けるところは良かったですが、小さい子も連れていたので麓のホテルの方が便利がよかったと感じました。でもスタッフの方がソリを貸してくれたり、洗濯機を無料で使えたのは良かったです。

Cons:

布団が薄く身体がとても痛かったです。

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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A303_travel • family_with_children • jp
7
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
長屋 • couple • jp
3
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Yumi • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Brandon • family_with_children • nz
8
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff and comfortable Japanese style room. Nice ski in and out.

Cons:

Meals didn’t change much each day, tad boring.

2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Maslen • family_with_children • au
7
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • family_with_children • au
7
Ski in ski out with limited facilities
Pros:

It was truly ski in ski out with ski rental available at the hotel at a discounted price. Top tip is if you want to take advantage of the free helmet rental grab them at the information centre on your way up because you can't ski all the way back to the info centre and they don't have helmets at the hotel. Nice hot water in the shower/bath, good room heating and the staff were very friendly.

Cons:

The food was ok but we didn't love it - a bit of a school camp vibe. That said, it did the job and the staff were super friendly. You really need to take any extras with you as there is limited availability of snacks/drinks etc. We stayed in a Japanese family room which was comfortable enough.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Asko • couple • fi
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
さち • extended_group • jp
7
2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Celeste • family_with_children • au
8
A great budget friendly option if your looking for a ski in ski out hotel without any extra luxuries
Pros:

The location is idyllic sitting perched at the top of the mountain. The staff were very friendly and helpful

Cons:

The hotel could do with some refurbishment and the food was average

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Ching I • family_with_children • tw
8
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
金井 • extended_group • jp
5
Pros:

スタッフの方がとても親切でした。

Cons:

お部屋が広いからなのかレストランが寒すぎました。
上着を着てる人もいましたし、厚着していくことをお勧めします。

2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Violaine • solo_traveller • fr
6
2026-01-10 • via Nuitee