Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan  

Perched in mountain-side Hayakawa (Kai), this storied onsen ryokan sits close to Mt. Kushigata and within reach of Mount Kita and Minami Alps National Park. It's a nature-lover's base for hiking and scenic drives. Free train station pick-up and complimentary self-parking make arrivals easy.

A classic ryokan with 35 air-conditioned rooms that blend traditional comfort and practical touches. Rooms include refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, slippers, phones, safes and turndown service. Bathrooms offer separate bathtubs and showers plus bidets and complimentary toiletries. A terrace lets you take in the mountain views between soaks.

Soak in natural hot springs, unwind in the spa center, sauna or massage room. Two restaurants, a bar and a karaoke room keep evenings lively, while a shared kitchen gives you DIY options. On-site perks include complimentary newspapers, luggage storage and a safe deposit box.

Complimentary wireless internet is available property-wide to keep you connected.

Two on-site restaurants and a bar serve meals at the ryokan, and a shared kitchen is available if you prefer to cook. Dining here pairs simple hotel service with the relaxed pace of an onsen town.