About this property

Amid stunning nature in the heart of Kamikochi located within Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi Hotel Shirakabaso offers Japanese-style rooms with free wired internet and a restaurant. It features a public bath. Rooms offer a traditional Japanese décor of tatami-mat (woven straw) floors, futon bedding, and paper sliding doors at the seating area. They are fitted with an LCD TV, a fridge and en suite toilet. Western rooms come with bathing facilities. Shirakabaso Hotel serves a dinner prepared with local produce in its dining room, while Restaurant Le Blanc offers a buffet of Japanese and Western dishes. Guests at the Shirakabaso can marvel in the beauty of the Japanese Alps on a hike, or browse in the hotel shop. The hotel is located in front of the Kappa Bridge, and it offers easy access to scenic spots. It is a 30-minute walk from Taisho Pond.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Buffet

  • Public Bath


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely stunning hotel right by Kappa Bridge. The staff couldn't do enough in helping with dietary needs, and the meals were delicious. The beds were the most comfortable I've slept in in a Japanese hotel. You pay a 5 star price, but you also...
  • Yuet
    China China
    Dinner course and the bedding were excellent! We had a tatami room that overlooks the mountain view. The layout of the room was great, while it's not a big room and we were 3 adults we had lots of space to move about , change and keep our things....
  • James
    Australia Australia
    Lots of choice for breakfast. Location right by the bridge couldn't have been better. Staff friendly and helful. Dinners very good.
  • Sarocha
    Thailand Thailand
    The staffs are very welcoming. Recommended and helped arrange the luggage to be delivered to the room even though it was not yet time to check in. I wanted to upgrade my room and receive good service. The food tastes excellent. The hotel is in a...
  • Kornchomphu
    Singapore Singapore
    Location, Nice room with beautiful view, helpful staffs.
  • Sarocha
    Thailand Thailand
    Breakfast is diverse and delicious. Hotel to stay near important points of the park and close to the bus station.
  • Tabisuru
    Singapore Singapore
    The view from the room was fantastic, and the staff speak very good English and very professional. Right next to the Kappa Bridge, one of the best location. Delicious dinner and relaxing atmosphere.
  • Will
    Australia Australia
    Everything. Location. Value for money. Amazing staff.
  • Chunghui
    Taiwan Taiwan
    The staff of the hotel are very kind and considerate, and the food in the hotel is also delicious. I will stay here again next time.
  • Makoto
    Japan Japan
    テラスでの穂高連峰を眼前に眺めながらの朝食とランチが最高でした。 スタッフの方々にもとても親切に対応をいただきありがとうございました。

Managed by 株式会社ホテル白樺荘

Company review score: 9.1Based on 264 reviews from 1 property
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Property information

Located at the foot of Kappa Bridge. An inn with easy access for strolling around Kamikochi.

Neighbourhood information

Private cars are not allowed to enter Kamikochi. To preserve natural environment in Kamikochi, private cars are restricted in Kamikochi. They can not enter the park beyond Kama Tunnel. All private cars have to park at either Hirayu parking area or Sawando parking area. Shuttle bus and taxi are available at both parking area.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • レストラン #1
    • Cuisine
      Japanese • European
    • Open for
      Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

Kamikochi Hotel Shirakabaso takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBNICOSUCUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Kamikochi is not accessible by car.

Gates into Kamikochi will close at at 19:00. Guests cannot enter or leave the area after this time.

Please note that child rates are applicable to children 11 years and younger. Please contact the property for more details.

Please inform the property in advance if guests have any food allergies or dietary needs at least 1 day in advance.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Kamikochi Hotel Shirakabaso in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

Guests must check in by 18:00:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.