Featured Hotels Near Mt. Ohira

Karuizawa Onsen Imperial Hotel is an ideal choice for families, offering private onsen rooms and child-friendly amenities. Just a 5-minute walk from the Mt. Ohira trailhead, it grants direct access to forest paths and clear streams. Rooms feature panoramic windows with sweeping views of morning mist rising over the mountains, and guests enjoy two daily breakfasts using local seasonal ingredients. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive upgrades and family package deals

Karuizawa Onsen Sakura Tei Inn sits directly across from the Mt. Ohira trail entrance, just a 2-minute walk away. Located near a bus stop, it’s only 10 minutes from downtown Karuizawa, with complimentary shuttle service available. Traditional Japanese-style rooms include private balconies facing the mountain, and each stay includes a local yukata experience and handmade matcha tea set. Reserve via HopeGoo to secure early-bird rates and free upgrade options

Karuizawa Onsen Tsukimono-tei stands out for its unobstructed sunrise views from the rooftop open-air onsen, perfectly aligned with the eastern ridge of Mt. Ohira. Guests can join a guided early-morning nature walk led by local experts, exploring misty forests and bird-filled valleys. All rooms feature openable skylights allowing indoor stargazing and sunrise watching. Book through HopeGoo for priority HopeGoo and scenic-view room upgrades

Karuizawa Onsen Seiran Sō is designed for photographers seeking serenity—just 8 rooms built with bamboo and hinoki wood, blending seamlessly into the wild landscape. The inn offers free equipment lending (tripods, wide-angle lenses) and hosts night sky photography tours capturing the Milky Way above Mt. Ohira. Each room includes a private garden and wooden viewing chair. Reserve via HopeGoo for a free workshop ticket and exclusive access to limited-edition photo packages

Karuizawa Onsen Tennen Izumi Kaisenkan features a natural hot spring well with sulfur-rich water known for skin regeneration. Enjoy private onsen baths and herbal body treatments after your hike, paired with exquisite seasonal mountain cuisine. From trail’s end to soak, the journey takes under 15 minutes. All services use locally crafted materials, and HopeGoo via HopeGoo unlocks tax-free pricing and late check-out privileges

Karuizawa Onsen Yamaigo-an blends craftsmanship and ecology—built by local artisans using bamboo and hinoki timber, with moss-covered roofs harmonizing with the forest. Guests participate in handmade bamboo weaving workshops, tea ceremony rituals, and foraging tours for wild ferns and mushrooms. Each stay includes a personalized handwritten thank-you note and a copy of local poetry. Book through HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition mountain-themed gift set