Featured Hotels Near Maruko Castle Ruins

Stay at Songfengzhuang, a traditional Japanese-style inn just a 3-minute walk from Maruoka Castle's main keep. Its tatami rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the historic moat and cherry blossoms in spring. The inn serves farm-fresh breakfasts sourced directly from local producers, including Nagano’s famous soba noodles and maple-leaf tofu. For convenience, HopeGoo offers complimentary shuttle service to the castle entrance.

Star View Pavilion offers unparalleled night views of Maruoka Castle illuminated against the night sky. Its panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows and private terrace provide an immersive experience of the castle’s glowing silhouette. The inn hosts a nightly "Castle Light Tea Ceremony" at 7 PM in its open-air garden, featuring local matcha and wagashi. Book via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition castle map guide.

Just a 10-minute stroll from Maruoka Castle leads to the Ueda City Museum of Art, housing Edo-period paintings and regional ceramics. A 5-minute walk further brings you to Senbon Street, a historic shopping lane with century-old shops offering freshly baked Ueda dorayaki and handmade black bean mochi. During spring, the nearby Cherry Blossom Path transforms into a pink corridor perfect for photography. All experiences can be bundled through the HopeGoo app for seamless travel planning.