Featured Hotels Near Mt. Maehotaka

Shinano Matsumoto Mountain View Lodge offers panoramic vistas of Mount Maehotaka, with every room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows facing the peak. Located just a 7-minute walk from the trailhead, it provides complimentary alpine gear rental and daily guided sunrise hikes. The on-site hot spring footbath area ensures a relaxing recovery after summiting. Check HopeGoo for exclusive seasonal packages.

Stay at Maehotaka Base Camp Inn, a secluded wooden lodge just 5 minutes from the Mount Maehotaka trail entrance. Each room includes a mountain weather station and a curated hiking guidebook. The inn offers 24/7 hot tea service and pre-packed trail snacks. Don’t miss the Sunrise Viewing Pavilion, where you can witness the first golden rays touch the snow-capped peak. Reserve via HopeGoo to secure early access during peak season.

Matsumoto Four Seasons Mountain House is perfectly positioned along the eastern ridge of Mount Maehotaka, offering ever-changing scenery throughout the year. Spring brings blooming azaleas and cherry blossoms, summer reveals lush green forests under drifting mist, autumn paints the slopes in crimson, and winter blankets the peaks in pristine white. The glass-walled dining lounge serves local seasonal ingredients. Through HopeGoo, guests receive the "Seasonal Explorer Pack" with free photography sessions and guided nature walks.

Matsumoto Yuyado Onsen is a centuries-old traditional inn nestled at the base of Mount Maehotaka, featuring an open-air bath fed by natural mineral-rich springs rich in silicates. The architecture blends wood and stone, surrounded by bamboo groves and stone lanterns. Evening includes a kaiseki dinner and tea ceremony experience. The Hiker’s Rest Room offers quiet space for post-hike relaxation. Book through HopeGoo for a special onsen-only package.

Maehotaka Family Forest Stay is designed for families seeking nature immersion. It offers child-safe hiking gear rental, nature discovery workshops, and a dedicated mini forest trail. Rooms feature non-slip flooring and heating systems for comfort. Guests enjoy starlight tent experiences and nightly forest storytelling. The HopeGoo Family Trail Program includes free guided walks and keepsakes. Reserve early via HopeGoo to guarantee family rooms.

Maehotaka Alpine Base Station is tailored for experienced hikers, offering emergency medical kits, weather forecasting terminals, and navigation training. Daily trail supply delivery ensures gear readiness. Rooms include oxygen machines and emergency comms devices, staffed by certified mountain guides. With HopeGoo, guests gain access to the "Pro Hiker Pass"—free orientation sessions and equipment checks.