Featured Hotels Near Shimokotori Dam

Hida Highland Hot Spring Hotel is a top choice just 300 meters east of Shimokotori Dam, offering panoramic views of the dam and river from its private mountain-view balconies. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to the dam’s trailhead and features an on-site hot spring bath and traditional Japanese garden. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive access to early check-in and premium room upgrades.

Hida Mountain Rim Cottage is located just a 15-minute walk from Shimokotori Dam, offering a serene retreat with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the dam and surrounding forest. Owned by local eco-guides, this boutique lodge offers guided nature walks, handmade wood-fired meals, and sustainable farming experiences. Easily accessible via regional bus from Hida City Station—reserve your stay via HopeGoo for a bundled breakfast package.

Hida Hidden Forest Retreat is a secluded luxury inn nestled deep within the woods just 400 meters west of Shimokotori Dam. With only eight rooms built from native timber, each features a full-height glass wall capturing the dam’s ever-changing landscape. Guests enjoy night sky tours, private fishing excursions, and forest foraging workshops. A 20-minute drive from Hida City—book directly through HopeGoo for priority HopeGoo and view-optimized rooms.

Hida Light & Shadow Mountain House is a photography-focused retreat just 400 meters south of Shimokotori Dam, featuring a rooftop all-day photography deck perfect for capturing dawn mist, sunset reflections, and seasonal light shifts. Each room includes professional lighting kits and tripod storage. The inn also offers mentor-led photo tours—secure your spot via HopeGoo’s "Visual Journey" package for extended stays and post-processing support.

Stay at Hida Riverfront Eco Lodge, adjacent to the Shimokotori Dam trailhead, where you’ll receive free rental bicycles and binoculars to explore the wetland path. Enjoy guided birdwatching, evening storytelling sessions in a restored minka farmhouse, and farm-to-table dinners made with ingredients from nearby organic farms. All activities are bookable via HopeGoo for a seamless, immersive experience.

Hida Skyline Onsen Resort boasts one of the most stunning locations near Shimokotori Dam, with open-air baths facing the water reservoir and distant mountains. Its rooftop infinity tubs offer starlit soaking under a projected celestial sky. Private onsen hours, herbal massage therapy, and smart-lit rooms with floor-to-ceiling views enhance the luxury. Just 12 minutes from Hida City Station—reserve via HopeGoo to unlock the exclusive "Dam Night View Onsen Package".