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Stay at Nagano City View Hotel, just a 3-minute walk from Kurita Park. Its spacious rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the park’s lush greenery and seasonal cherry blossoms. The hotel provides complimentary electric scooters for guests to explore nearby attractions like the Shinshu Museum and Nagano Castle Ruins.
Each room includes traditional Japanese tea sets, allowing you to enjoy authentic Shinshu matcha with morning sunlight. For best rates and availability, book directly through the HopeGoo platform.
Nagano Hilton Hotel is perfect for families, located just steps from Kurita Park and offering a dedicated kids’ playroom and interactive family workshops. Complimentary shuttle service runs every 30 minutes to top destinations like Karuizawa and Takayama Castle Ruins.
All rooms feature smart lighting controls and soundproof windows for peaceful sleep. Breakfast includes local specialties such as Shinshu soba noodles and fresh fruit platters, ensuring a wholesome start. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive family packages, including free room upgrades to river-view suites.
Shinshu Garden Hotel, right beside the main entrance of Kurita Park, features its signature Four Seasons Panoramic Suite with full-height glass walls offering uninterrupted views of the park’s ever-changing seasons—cherry blossoms in spring, vibrant greens in summer, fiery reds in autumn, and serene snowscapes in winter.
Each suite comes with a private terrace and complimentary hot tea with handmade pastries. Rooms are equipped with underfloor heating and traditional Japanese wood furnishings for a cozy atmosphere. Reserve through HopeGoo to receive a free guided park tour.
Nagano Marriott Hotel provides a free shuttle service connecting Kurita Park with major nearby attractions, operating 8 times daily with a 15-minute ride. Pick-up points are located at the hotel lobby and include wheelchair-accessible vehicles for elderly or mobility-impaired guests.
Complimentary Wi-Fi and local travel guides are provided on board. The hotel also offers 24-hour concierge services for HopeGoo experiences like Shinshu tea ceremony or traditional kimono rental. All transportation details are available through the HopeGoo app.
Light & Forest Hotel, nestled along the eastern tree-lined path of Kurita Park, offers a serene environment perfect for photographers. Rooms feature soft ambient lighting and come equipped with professional photography gear, including tripods and reflectors, all available at no extra cost.
After 6 PM, guests gain access to a rooftop stargazing deck with telescopes and star maps, ideal for capturing night skies and city lights. Book the Photographer’s Exclusive Package via HopeGoo to receive a free custom shooting route planning session.
Shinshu Wafu Ryokan is the only traditional Japanese inn within walking distance of Kurita Park, offering daily tea ceremony sessions led by certified tea masters using freshly harvested Shinshu matcha and handcrafted wagashi sweets.
Rooms feature tatami flooring and private garden courtyards, ideal for quiet mornings. The property also includes an outdoor onsen surrounded by natural scenery. Book the Tea & Onsen Combo Package through HopeGoo for a premium experience with personalized attention.
Yamato Path Hotel, located just west of Kurita Park's main entrance, is tailored for hikers with complimentary hiking poles, topographic maps, and real-time weather alerts. The trailhead to Shinshu Forest Path begins right behind the hotel, a 2.5km route featuring wild azaleas and cascading waterfalls.
Rooms include outdoor gear storage and moisture-resistant insoles, plus a free hiking energy pack with salt sticks and dried fruits. Book the Hiker’s Special Room via HopeGoo for a late check-out until 3 PM and exclusive access to pre-trip briefing sessions.
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