Hotel Analysis
Based on 4 sites · 1,691 reviews
A 3-star hotel in central Nagano. Guests frequently mention it's a 5-10 minute walk from the train station, making travel convenient. Nearby convenience stores and restaurants add to the ease for sightseeing or business trips.
Reviews across sites repeatedly praise the natural onsen for relieving fatigue. Staff are friendly, handling luggage storage and parking guidance well. Rooms feel spacious for Japanese standards and are clean. Shared facilities like washers, microwaves, and ice machines are handy.
However, the building and furniture feel dated, with some noise from adjacent rooms due to poor soundproofing. The onsen or bathroom is noted as small by some. Occasional complaints about uncomfortable beds or pillows.
Suits short stays or budget travelers. Common for relaxing in the onsen after skiing or temple visits.
Strengths
Many reviews note convenient 5-10 min walk to train station
Natural onsen praised repeatedly for relieving fatigue
Staff friendly with good luggage storage and parking guidance
Shared laundry, microwave, ice machine facilities useful
Rooms clean and feel spacious for Japanese hotels
Good to Know
Building and furniture feel dated and worn
Poor soundproofing lets in noise from adjacent rooms
Onsen or bathroom noted as small
Recommended For
Solo travelers — Station proximity and onsen great for fatigue relief
Couples — Spacious rooms and onsen satisfy for short stays
Budget travelers — Good value with sufficient basics
Skiers — Onsen perfect to start ski holidays
Ratings by Booking Site
Overall 7.9/10 · 4 sites · Based on 1,691 reviews
Guest Reviews
4 booking sites · 1,691 reviews
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FAQ
Typically, check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Please contact the hotel directly for exact times.
Island Hotel has received a rating of 8.0/10 from 681 guests.