The 2 Best Ryokans in Yudanaka Shibu

Hand-picked from 2 ryokans across Yudanaka Shibu — ranked by editor curation, traveler reviews, and onsen quality.

01Editor's Pick

Yudanaka Shibu|Luxury

歴史の宿金具屋

A 1758 Shibu Onsen inn whose four-storey wooden wing is a registered cultural property, with five free private baths.

English OKOnsenPrivate bath (type unconfirmed)+1

from US$230 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$460 total for 2 guests

8.7/10 (48)

Yudanaka Shibu|Mid-Range

地獄谷温泉後楽館

The only inn in Jigokudani, 200m from the snow monkey park, with a riverside open-air bath the wild macaques sometimes climb into.

English OKOnsenPrivate bath (type unconfirmed)+1

from US$85 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$170 total for 2 guests

7.4/10 (6)

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