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Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri

2.5 star property
Ski hotel near Myoko Kogen

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Family Quadruple Room
Lounge
Reception
Property entrance
Lounge

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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16 Nojiri, Shinano, Nagano, 389-1303
  • Place, Myoko-Togakushi Renzan National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Nojiri
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Mountain View

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Triple Room, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Lake View

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Triple Room, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Shinano

Near the slopes.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lake Nojiri and Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum. Also, Myoko Kogen is within half a mile (1 km) and Myoko-Togakushi Renzan National Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Myoko-Togakushi Renzan National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Nojiri - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tangram Ski Circus - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort - 60 min drive - 42.9 km

Getting around

  • Myokokogen Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LAMP - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪信濃屋 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪茶房主 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪樹香 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪そば処たかさわ - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri

Ski hotel near Myoko Kogen
For a free ride to the slopes, hop on the mountain hotel's complimentary ski shuttle. At the end of the day, order après-ski drinks at the hotel's bar.

There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Shinano hotel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri offers 11 accommodations with safes and slippers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 7000.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 7000.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri Hotel
Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri Shinano
Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri Hotel Shinano

Frequently asked questions

Does Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri.

How much does it cost to stay at Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri on Jun 11, 2026 start from CA $154, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri offer free breakfast?

Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri have a pool?

Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri does not have a pool.

Does Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri to downtown Shinano?

Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri is 2.4 mi away from Shinano.

Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zi

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay and super accommodating with everything!! They offer free shuttles and it was so easy to ski nearby resorts
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fantastic stay, specially because Chris went above and beyond to help us with arrival, departure, and taking us to our ski experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Flynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chris and Josh were absolutely amazing, best hotel stay I have ever had. Great breakfast and amazing service. Haven’t stayed anywhere else but I’d bet my life savings it’s the best place to stay in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is incredible! The owner, Chris, is so inviting and welcoming as is the rest of the staff. There is a shuttle you can book to take you to the mountains, dinners, train station. The restaurant in the hotel is so good though as well. The rooms are very clean and they offer robes and sandals for the baths / showers.
Dinner at the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Christo is the man! This hotel is great, so friendly and homey, it was like staying at a friends house with lots of cool other guests. Breakfast was awesome! Can’t say enough, was a fabulous stay, lake views and very conveniently located to skiing. A+
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amélie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great view of the lake and the breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The team at Elan are amazing - super accommodating and helpful recommendations. The building is stocked with exactly what you need for skiing including a dry room, the guest rooms are big with comfortable big beds, and breakfast is ample/healthy to start the day. We’ve been to the Myoko area before and will 100% return back to Elan for our next trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome place

It was amazing, the customer service was top notch, the food was delicious, the snow removal was great, beds were comfy. I’m already planning on staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unreal service like no other and amazing staff and owner i'd highly recommend this place! Great location with real authentic rooms on the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 3 nights with breakfast included. The property manager and staff were very nice and accommodative. They gave us free use of the SUPs and kayaks which was lots of fun. The rooms were nice and freshly renovated. Highly recommended for either a summer stay to enjoy the lake activities or a winter stay to hit the nearby slopes. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coleman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Elan Hotel. Chris made the stay much easier by driving us around a bunch. The other staff is just as helpful as Chris. We highly recommended staying here! Thank you for the great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing personal service from start to finish. Christo and his front of house staff are accommodating of all requests. We were kindly picked up at Kurahemei station. Shuttled to our ski areas or the 7/11 for snacks or the Nihonte restaurant. We were even assisted with our transfer to our next destination Shiga Kogen with our own tour guide the delightful Luna. Our room was lovely with a magnificent view of Lake Noriji. The temperature of the room was always perfect, not sure how this was managed.
View from room 110
Madero ski area offered by shuttle From the hotel
Cars being dug out after big snowfall!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel + location

The Owner is phenomenal. Easy to talk to and extremely helpful with any request. Breakfast every morning was fresh and well made. Rooms were clean and comfortable Amazing spot, Chris did a fantastic job.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Experience was one of the best my entire vacation in Japan. Beautiful location on the lake. Bed was super comfortable. Take a bike ride around the lake. This place is highly recommended off the beaten path
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome stay. Friendly staff. Great location

The hotel is located 15 mins between Myoko and Madarao either way. Excellent location for checking out multiple resorts and scenic view of the lake. Breakfast was consistently good and the set dinner was surprisingly good too. Gotta hand it over to Chris and Maggie who made the stay so memorable. They go out of their way to help you with whatever your trip needs—from pick ups/drop offs, restaurant bookings, and tons of recommendations. My group of 6 had a blast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a gem for our ski trip. Cosy lodge, our room was spacious, very comfortable beds, beautiful views and daily breakfast was a perfect start to the day. Location was perfect for us and just a few minutes away from the main ski resorts via a free shuttle. Has great amenities and comfortable facilities. The only improvements we would suggest is to give the toilet areas a renovation. Overall, our stay was perfect, and a special thank you to Christo & Maggie going above and beyond to making our stay unforgettable! Highly recommended this place & we hope to visit again soon!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property manager was super nice and excellent with customer service. Best customer service seen in a long time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ikuro

Reasonable price and good service of staff but poor facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay. A property prepared for days of skiing. The breakfast was good. The onsen warming. The views magnificent. We were snowed in one day and were only able to find food at a convenience store. The drives around the lake and mountains are beautiful. The highway has an exit nearby but there is plenty of other access. Probably great for summer too!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a terrific relaxing couple nights. The best beds we've yet had to sleep on. Bedding was super comfortable as well. The included breakfast was great. Western style. Lake around the property is nice to walk, has several good food options. The 7-11 is an easy 10 min walk to get drinks and snacks. And the fellow at the resort gave us a quick lift to the train station for the next leg of our journey. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy hotel with fluffy mattress and duvet - totally enjoyable! Although booked king double bed room, got twin instead. Had to move beds together and deal with 2 separate blankets instead of one big! Also had some bugs in the bathroom. Staff were friendly and nice, super tasty breakfast too! Mixed feelings and felt it was overpriced - obviously because of location as facilities were average.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again

This hotel is family run, with attentive and friendly host. The host invited my daughter to watch a Ghibli movie with their kids in the common area, and then served treats during the movie. The breakfast was excellent (variety of cereal, granola, bread, yogurt as well as hot breakfast made fresh with a salad). The beds were comfortable and one of our rooms had a toilet and bath/shower in the room. The other room used the shared toilets. There was a washer and dryer free and easy to use. The hotel is located within a short 5 min walk to Nojiriko Village docks, restaurants and shopping. The hotel is older, with some areas showing wear (e.g., tiles missing or taped to bathroom wall so they don’t fall off).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property is one of the best Ski lodges stays I have been to in 20 years of travelling the world. The team of Christo and Co are all amazing humans that live to please the guests and make your stay an incredible experience. Every day you are cooked a hot breakfast by an amazing Chef Maggie then assisted with transport from the team to get to and from any mountain of your choice for the day of snow action. Each evening you have a choice of in hotel 3 or 5 course dinner or supported to find amazing restaurants around Myoko for your dining requests with delivery and pick up to eat out. Facilities in the hotel are great with a heated hot pool in both the men's and women's wet areas to assist in recovery after a big day of riding. Overall, this place in 5-star treatment at an affordable price in Japan. The team are legendary to deal with everything provided to make your snow holiday amazing. I couldn't recommend this place anymore and I will be going back next year with my family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Precio elevado. Confortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

??

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
トイレ、お風呂、洗面、冷蔵庫は全て共同で、お風呂は行くまでの道のりが不気味で怖かった。お風呂も古めかしく、暗い感じ。 でも、夜中のチェックインでも準備してくれてあり、お風呂も湯船に浸かれる様に準備がしてくれてあり、感謝です。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025