The 10 best hotels & places to stay in Shima, Japan

Shima – 10 hotels and places to stay

鍾寿館

Situated within 49 km of Naeba Ski Resort and 36 km of Ishidan-gai Steps, 鍾寿館 features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Nakanojo.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

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US$142.26

1 night, 2 adults

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Shin Toji Hotel Lulud

Nakanojo (Near Shima)

Located in Nakanojo, 37 km from Ishidan-gai Steps, Shin Toji Hotel Lulud provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant.

Rahle

From

New Zealand

I absolutely loved staying at Shin Toji Lulud. The staff were so helpful, friendly and accommodating. From picking us up at the bus Shima Onsen bus station to organising us vegetarian options for breakfast and dinner. The facilities are incredible. Very stylish. The hotel itself is a work of art, the decor was beautiful. The spa or onsen facilities were beautiful and clean. The hotel wasn’t very busy while we were there so each time I used the onsen, I was alone. My partner too. I found the location ideal as it’s a short 12 min walk down to the Main Street with all the p and cafes and a brisk 15 minute up to the bottom of the dam. The food was delicious. The room very spacious and comfortable. We had the corner room on the second floor which was like being in the forest. The room had desks for remote working and a private bath. If I ever go to Shima again, I will definitely stay at this hotel again. Thank you Yuto and everyone. Arigato guzaimas.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1

Very good - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews

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US$116.27

1 night, 2 adults

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叶 Kanouya 四万温泉

Nakanojo (Near Shima)

Located in Nakanojo, 37 km from Ishidan-gai Steps, 叶 Kanouya 四万温泉 features views of the mountain.

Pae

From

Thailand

Unforgettable view with private onsen

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

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US$308.96

1 night, 2 adults

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Onsen Glamping ShimaBlue

Nakanojo (Near Shima)

Located in Nakanojo, 37 km from Ishidan-gai Steps, Onsen Glamping ShimaBlue provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. Guests can enjoy river views.

Suzie

From

Australia

We enjoyed a relaxing night at ShimaBlue. We are a family of four with two teenage children and whilst it was tight, we enjoyed some relaxing time in nature. The ONSEN on the deck was the highlight. There is not much to do In the small town so this is a great place if you need a rest! The BBQ dinner was amazing (note you do cook for yourself).

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

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US$330.51

1 night, 2 adults

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Sekizenkan Kashotei Sanso

Nakanojo (Near Shima)

Set in Nakanojo in the Gunma region, Sekizenkan Kashotei Sanso offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath.

Suzanne Joyce

From

Philippines

We loved everything about Sekizenkan. Our room has the best view! We enjoyed our hot tub in the evening while it was 4°c outside. The 11-course dinner was beyond our expectations. Both delicious and beautiful presentations. We love the lounge area also - the drinks, ice cream, and cookies the guests get to choose from and enjoy.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews

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US$426.79

1 night, 2 adults

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Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan

Nakanojo (Near Shima)

Boasting mountain views, Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan provides accommodation with an open-air bath, free bikes and a terrace, around 34 km from Ishidan-gai Steps.

MountainDelight

From

Australia

We loved this place, Ryoka-san and the rest of the staff (Andrew-san, Fuka-san, Mika-san) were super helpful and lovely. The rooms were spacious and clean, the onsen had public and private options, and the food was simply out of this world. Thank you Ryoka-san and Kashiwaya staff!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews

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US$346.19

1 night, 2 adults

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Hinatamikan

Nakanojo (Near Shima)

Hinatamikan provides a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 38 km of Ishidan-gai Steps.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

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US$326.59

1 night, 2 adults

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Shima Onsen Yoshimoto

Nakanojo (Near Shima)

Set in Nakanojo, 37 km from Ishidan-gai Steps, Shima Onsen Yoshimoto provides accommodation with a hot spring bath, a public bath and an open-air bath.

Aleksi

From

Finland

A gorgeous ryokan experience. The vibe at the house is quiet and stylish. Our room had a private onsen, just the perfect size for us. It was really nice to enjoy the heat of the water on our balcony while looking at a gentle snowfall. The public bath was beautiful as well, with both in and outdoor onsen. They have a private bath available also. The dinner was extraordinary. Our first take at a kaiseki meal, and we were delighted. The person serving us was really helpful and understanding, with great english! All in all a great stay, and we felt truly welcome!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

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US$189.42

1 night, 2 adults

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鹿覗きの湯つるや

Nakanojo (Near Shima)

Just a 2-minute walk from Yakushido, 鹿覗きの湯つるや has 3 public hot spring baths, offers complimentary parking, and free Wi-Fi access in its lobby.

Nicole

From

Australia

Where do I even start — this was our favourite stay in Japan! We originally booked for two nights but ended up extending our stay after a typhoon warning was issued for our next destination. The staff were incredibly accommodating, helping us weigh our options and moving us into another available room for the extra nights, ensuring that breakfast and dinner were included. Our host, Hinata, was absolutely wonderful. She spoke clear English and went over every detail of our stay — from cleaning times to meal preferences — with such care and professionalism. She was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely made us feel at home. The rooms are incredibly spacious, with soft, cosy beds, including a TV with Netflix and Disney! Making it easy to spend the day inside doing nothing! The food was exceptional — comparable to a fine Australian degustation that would easily cost hundreds back home. One night, we were even treated to dinner at their sister restaurant down the road, where we enjoyed delicious Wagyu steak, complete with pick-up and drop-off service. There were also snacks and alcoholic drinks available for purchase, plus a daily happy hour from 2–5pm. The private onsens, both in-room and in the public facility, were perfect for unwinding — with free Yakult on hand as a thoughtful touch. They also offered complimentary pick-up and drop-off at the local bus stop for both arrival and departure, which made everything so seamless. It was the perfect escape from the bustle of Tokyo — relaxing, memorable, and truly special. I can’t wait to return!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

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US$201.18

1 night, 2 adults

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Shima Yamaguchikan

Nakanojo (Near Shima)

Providing river views and an open-air bath, Shima Yamaguchikan is located in the Shima Onsen district of Nakanojo, 47 km from Naeba Ski Resort and 34 km from Ishidan-gai Steps.

Raman