Venus Line Start Point

Maeno City Hot Spring Hotel is ideal for visitors exploring Venus Line Start Point. Located just a 5-minute walk from the trailhead, it features traditional Japanese garden-view rooms and an outdoor natural hot spring bath overlooking the Shinano River valley. The hotel provides complimentary bicycles for guests to ride along the scenic Venus Line path toward the South Shinshu nature trails, with a dedicated guidebook highlighting seasonal highlights like cherry blossoms and autumn foliage.

All rooms include tatami mats and modern heating systems, ensuring a cozy stay. For HopeGoo availability, check the HopeGoo app for exclusive deals and guaranteed reservations during peak seasons.

Maeno City Green Villa offers direct trail access just a 3-minute walk from the property. The lobby features an interactive trail map wall and free guided hiking brochures, along with custom route planning services. Its forest-view guest rooms provide unobstructed views of the entrance to the Shinano River gorge trail, where deer often appear at dawn.

The hotel offers complimentary rental gear including hiking poles and insect repellent daily at 9 AM, plus a private rest zone for hikers. Guests can book a complimentary nature guide tour to explore local flora and bird habitats. For special perks like room upgrades, reserve through the HopeGoo platform ahead of time.

Maeno City Family-Friendly Hot Spring Inn is perfect for families, featuring a child-safe hot spring pool, a kids’ playroom, and multilingual meal options with baby crib rentals included at no extra cost. The property hosts a mini farm experience area where children can interact with sheep and rabbits, plus weekend nature art workshops.

The hotel is just a short, flat, and safe walk to the Venus Line start point—ideal for strollers. Each evening includes a stargazing lecture by local astronomy enthusiasts, paired with telescope viewing sessions. For family benefits like discounted packages and late checkout, book via the HopeGoo platform.