Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori

Hotels
8.8 (354 reviews)
Karuizawa 1323-980 , Karuizawa , jp

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Delicious food
Cons:
No elevator access
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.69
Room was clean and comfortable according to multiple reviews.
Service
9.16
Staff were described as friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout the reviews.
Location
9.2
The location was praised for its tranquility and beautiful surroundings.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms were comfortable, though some mentioned they were small.
Amenities
8.18
Noted lack of an elevator and limited food options for certain diets.
Value for Money
8.64
Price point mentioned; some felt it could be expensive for certain amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Food quality was highly praised, especially the breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9.16
Guests reported a wonderful stay and indicated they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 08:51

Property Description

Luxurious Mountain Resort Experience

Elegant Rooms with Modern Amenities
Indulge in a comfortable stay with flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and minibars in every room. Enjoy the convenience of an electric kettle, coffee/tea set, and a well-equipped private bathroom.

Fine Dining and Relaxation
Savor exquisite dishes at the French Restaurant Keiki or try traditional Japanese cuisine at Sumibikushiyaki Otowa-tei. Take a leisurely stroll in the garden, unwind on the terrace with a coffee, or utilize the 24-hour front desk's luggage storage service.

Convenient Location for Exploring
Explore the charming Kyu-Karuizawa area with ease, just a short walk from shopping and dining spots. Don't miss the scenic Kumobaike Lake, a quick 5-minute drive away.

Experience luxury and convenience at Kyu Karuizawa Hotel Otowa No Mori. Book your stay now for an unforgettable mountain resort getaway.

Important information:

Guests with children must inform the property at time of booking. Please specify how many children will be staying with you and their respective ages in the special request box.

Please note that extra charges apply to baby cots per night.

Please inform the property in advance to request an extra bed for your room. Please also indicate the correct number of guests staying at the time of booking.

A shuttle is provided during the winter on weekdays according to the following schedule. Please contact the property directly for details.
From Karuizawa Station South Exit to the hotel: 15:30 / 17:30
From the hotel to Karuizawa Station South Exit: 10:00 / 11:00 / 15:10/ 17:10

Please note that guests may be required to wait for the next shuttle if the shuttle reaches its maximum passenger occupancy.

There is no elevator and guests must walk up stairs to reach their rooms.

Please note, check-in at 14:00 will change to 15:00 from April 2020.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: HND

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for ¥4,000 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for ¥10,000 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 354 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.69
Service: 9.16
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.18
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 9.16
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FUNASAKI • couple • jp
7
静寂
Pros:

ＢAR 三笠のDrinkサービスとフロントの
対応が良かった。それとお土産コーナーが
大変良かったです。

Cons:

EVが無かったのは少しきつかった。

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Yuji • couple • jp
10
また来たいホテルです。
Pros:

周りの雰囲気が最高でした。

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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YingYu • extended_group • tw
10
離輕井澤車站車程5-10分鐘，算是老式的高級飯店，可以選擇。
Pros:

櫃檯與吧台人員服務很貼心，走道有放音樂，讓人放鬆。

Cons:

可能是環境關係，常常會聞到霉味（或是一種樹的味道）

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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AKIYOSHI • couple • jp
8
いい旅ができました。時間がゆっくり過ぎていった感じ。
Pros:

クラシックな趣きが和ませてくれる。
朝食も美味しい。研修中の外国人スタッフの笑顔も良し。

Cons:

特に無し

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Mari • solo_traveller • jp
9
素敵な軽井沢
Pros:

スタッフが全員素晴らしかった

Cons:

シャトルが限られているので、タクシーをつかったw

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
박철원 • couple • kr
7
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Meng Han • couple • tw
10
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Tanaka • couple • jp
8
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Tam • couple • au
10
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • couple • sg
9
Staff was very attentive
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

No elevator

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Masako • extended_group • jp
8
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Shirley • couple • sg
9
Rustic old world charm.
Pros:

Personable hospitable service. Special mention to Steve was so friendly and helpful.

Cons:

It’s rustic and old school but this is part of the charm. A pity I didn’t get to try the French restaurant within the hotel. Will be back for sure.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Tami_Morales • solo_traveller • cl
8
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Laurel • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
唐澤 • solo_traveller • jp
9
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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McLaurin - Little • solo_traveller • us
10
I had a peaceful stay. It was easily walkable to popular destinations. They also had bikes to rent.
Pros:

Clean , classy & green

Cons:

Rooms a little warm

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
今井 • family_with_children • jp
10
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Kunio • couple • jp
10
Pros:

JRの駅からも徒歩圏内であり、なおかつ旧軽井沢にも行きやすい場所で、静かな雰囲気がとてもいいです。もちろん、スタッフの皆様の対応もとてもすばらしかったです。
部屋にあったコーヒーは、コーヒーが好きな私にはたいへんうれしく、おいしくいただきました。購入して買っていこうかと思うくらいでした。

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Fifi • extended_group • au
10
Excellent hotel, comfortable and such cheerful and helpful stuff
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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ITSURO • couple • jp
9
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee