Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Air conditioning
Terrace
Sauna
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Process in place to check health of guests
Face masks for guests available
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Free wired internet
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Nice location
Good food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.44
Mentioned a dirty BBQ machine, indicating cleanliness issues.
Service
9.91
Staff received high praise for their excellent service.
Location
9.45
The location of the onsen was highly appreciated.
Room Quality
9.4
Expressed satisfaction with the cozy private cottage.
Amenities
8.43
Mentioned lack of some cooking utensils and a refrigerator, indicating room for improvement.
Value for Money
9.39
Overall experience and food quality suggest good value.
Food and Beverage
9.44
Breakfast was good, though the individual wanted to try more menu items.
Overall Experience
9.91
Enjoyable stay with desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 09:45

Property Description

Luxurious Onsen Experience
Immerse yourself in relaxation with our private onsen baths, offering serene views and rejuvenating thermal waters.

Stunning Natural Surroundings
Nestled in Nakanojo, our hotel provides a peaceful escape with picturesque river views and a tranquil garden setting.

Modern Comforts
Indulge in modern amenities such as air conditioning, safety deposit boxes, and complimentary toiletries for a comfortable stay.

Ready to unwind in luxury at Onsen Glamping ShimaBlue? Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience.

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 16 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.44
Service: 9.91
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 9.4
Amenities: 8.43
Value for Money: 9.39
Food and Beverage: 9.44
Overall Experience: 9.91
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Nicole • couple • jp
9
It was a great, restorative rest and a beautiful part of Japan.
Pros:

Beautiful, private verandas, beautiful private onsen, super clean.

Cons:

The lack of a kitchen sink was a bit awkward but manageable.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • fr
7
Pros:

Bungalow et literie très bien.
Dîner copieux.
Petit déjeuner également.

Cons:

Le bain chaud(onsen)est tombé en panne pdt la nuit.inutilisable ensuite.
L hôtelier n’a ni reparé,ni proposé un dédommagement .

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
K
Kuniko • couple • jp
10
2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
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Tiam Hee • family_with_children • sg
9
2025-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Rika • family_with_children • jp
6
やりなおしたい。
Pros:

自然を楽しめた。

Cons:

テレビがなく
調理器具が少なかった。

2025-10-20 • via Nuitee
K
keizo • family_with_children • jp
9
至高のサウナ
Pros:

サウナ

Cons:

レセプションの営業終了時間が早過ぎる。

2025-08-25 • via Nuitee
荒木 • solo_traveller • jp
9
また行きます!
Pros:

スタッフの接客は凄く良く、とても快適な時間を過ごせました。料理も美味しく(少食の為、非常に不本意ですが残してしまいました)、ハンバーガーを食べれなかったのは残念です。次回は絶対食べたいです。お風呂もロケーション最高でした。

Cons:

冷蔵庫は出来れば有ると有難かったかな('_'?)
でもその代わり氷を工夫して提供してくれたので問題は無かったです。

2025-07-28 • via Nuitee
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Biju • young couple • jp
9
Nice hotel with own cozy private cottage. Had a great time.
Pros:

Breakfast was good. Was enough portion to start the day.

Cons:

I didn’t like the BBQ machine which was dirty.

2025-06-16 • via Nuitee
A
Anthony • young couple • au
8
Very good
2025-02-07 • via Nuitee
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Nattaporn • family with young children • th
9
Good bbq. Cozy onsen on site.
Pros:

Privacy,comfortable and luxurous.

Cons:

The smell of the newly built place.

2025-01-28 • via Nuitee
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William • young couple • au
10
Exceptional
2025-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Gerald • young couple • nz
10
Exceptional
2024-12-31 • via Nuitee
A
Andrew • young couple • nl
10
Exceptional
2024-05-22 • via Nuitee
A
Anthony • young couple • au
8
Relaxing stay in the mountains for the night
Pros:

The outdoor onsen and the peaceful atmosphere

Cons:

The fees to bring your own food and drink are outrageous. We only stayed one night so didn’t bother us but there are limited options in the area and the onsite cafe closes early with limited choices for breakfast and dinner so bringing your own food and drinks should be allowed.

We were advised the following: If you are bring your own food and drinks, a 5,500 yen fee will be charged
This includes cutlery, tableware, glassware rental,
garbage disposal, etc.) Please let us know in advance. Please take care of hygiene control by yourself.

2024-02-21 • via Nuitee
J
Jannat • with friends • kw
10
Amazing experience worth repeating!
Pros:

The place was magical! We arrived early February and with the open air private onsen and the snow it was simply mesmerizing. The place fits up to 4 people, the rooms themselves are very warm and cozy compared to the corridors in the cabin, and there’s a rock climbing wall just at our entrance that was entertaining to try out. We arrived quite late (I didn’t pay attention to the check in requirements) and the staff actually waited for us and even sent us the property’s driver (I’m so embarrassed by keeping them late). The next day we had awesome breakfast in the open air seating. It was a delight and would definitely come back again with more people! (Oh and they have games you can borrow at the front cabin)

Cons:

-

2024-02-15 • via Nuitee
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Tamyres • young couple • us
10
Amazing Place.
Pros:

This was for sure our favorite stay in Japan. What a place. It’s magical, the room is beautiful, the onsen is just amazing, waking up in the morning to watch the snow fall was incredible. We only spent one night there but left with the desire to stay longer.

Cons:

Everything was great.

2024-02-02 • via Nuitee
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Andriana • solo traveller • ua
10
I loved everything, it was honestly amazing and relaxing.
Pros:

Even though it was a separate cabin, as a solo female traveler I felt safe and secure. People working at the counter were kind and helpful, food was great, I loooved the onsen and the view, even when the weather wasn’t perfect. The host also gave me a ride to the bus stop when the weather was really bad and it was hard to go on foot, so I really appreciate it. Also at the cafe there is an old Gramophone and you can enjoy listening to some old records, how amazing is that?

One more thing - I think this property would be perfect for families with children. You can be loud and rowdy inside the cabin (with windows closed of course) without bothering anyone. I even received a JBL speaker from the host and enjoyed some beats and loud music, something that I can’t do in my Japanese apartment. Oh and also if you’re European I recommend setting the onsen to 35, personally I wasn’t able to handle hotter than that.

2024-01-23 • via Nuitee