Kamikochi Imperial Hotel

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Interior detail
Two Bed Room Suite with Veranda | View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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4468 Azumikamikochi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-1516
  • Place, Chubu-Sangaku National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kamikochi Trail
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kappa Bridge
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Matsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto)
    ‪84 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room A

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room B

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room with Veranda

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Twin Room with Veranda

  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room A

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room B

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room with Veranda

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Type Room with Veranda

  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

One Bed Room Suite with Veranda

  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bed Room Suite with Veranda

  • 105 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Matsumoto

At Kamikochi Imperial Hotel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Kappa Bridge and Tashiro Bridge. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers in the lobby. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage and a lift. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7 AM and 9 AM. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Matsumoto hotel, attractions include Hirayu Onsen and Shinhotaka Ropeway.

What's nearby

  • Chubu-Sangaku National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tashiro Bridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kamikochi Trail - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kappa Bridge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kamikochi Visitor Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Shin Shimashima Station - 47 min drive
  • Matsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪もみの木 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪アルプスホルン - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪グレンパークさわんど - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪あんき屋 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪食事処よし本 - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Kamikochi Imperial Hotel

As a guest of Kamikochi Imperial Hotel, you'll find complimentary newspapers in the lobby and a lift. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Matsumoto hotel.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Kamikochi Imperial Hotel offers 74 accommodations with complimentary slippers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bidets and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 9 AM for a fee: JPY 5,800 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Please note: Private vehicle restrictions apply in the Kamikochi area. Guests driving to the property must park in Sawando, located approximately 9 miles (15 km) away, and take a bus or taxi to the hotel.
Meals and extra beds are not included in the room rate for children ages 5 and younger included in the reservation. Meals and extra beds are available on request.
The tunnel entrance to the Kamikochi area closes at 7 PM (8 PM July to August). Guests arriving after these times will not be able to access the property. '

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 15 November and 25 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 12600.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for JPY 2530.0 per day.

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately JPY 5800 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 2530.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 12600.0 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 cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and cash.

We should mention

  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Kamikochi Imperial Hotel Matsumoto
Kamikochi Imperial Matsumoto
Kamikochi Imperial
Kamikochi Imperial Hotel Hotel
Kamikochi Imperial Hotel Matsumoto
Kamikochi Imperial Hotel Hotel Matsumoto

Frequently asked questions

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Kamikochi Imperial Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Kamikochi Imperial Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is on offer daily between 7 AM and 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kamikochi Imperial Hotel?

No, Kamikochi Imperial Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kamikochi Imperial Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kamikochi Imperial Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Kamikochi Imperial Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 170 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay in a historic lodge in the middle of the national park. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chuen Sum

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay with impeccable service. Prices of food in restaurants is much more expensive but expected of hotel of this category. The clientele generally older Japanese but nonetheless we enjoyed our stay one night stay, which allowed us to enjoy Kamikochi at a more leisurely pace.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property right along the river with incredible service. The staff are very attentive and spoke fantastic english. Very nice, spacious rooms. We got to see the fire lighting ritual and had an amazing dinner. The only downside was the price of the dinner, it is not a cheap meal so make sure to check that it fits within your budget before ordering.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kamikochi Imperial Hotel is a wonderful place to visit. The area is absolutely beautiful, and the hotel itself has tons of old world charm and has been very well maintained in its 91 years. The only reason I don’t give it five stars is because the dining options are so very overpriced, and the quality was just okay. We made the mistake of not bringing enough cash with us to dine elsewhere, since most places in the area are cash only. There are no ATMs in Kamikochi, so next time we will be more prepared. We will visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

So Chung

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

Say Great Thank for the Hotel Staff's Help

I am writing to express my thankfulness for the hotel staff. I accidently left my passport behind. They delivered my passport to my hotel in Matsumoto after my checkout. I got my passport back and I could continue my trip well. I must writing to thank them again and again. Also the hotel is nostalgic, caring staff, delicious food, good location close to Taisho lake and beautiful scenery. Kamikochi bus stops are right in front of the hotel. Amazing indeed.
Look like stay in a German hunting lodge in Kamikochi
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

ミチヨ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても良い滞在になりました。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MASAHIRO

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

飾らないおもてなしに感謝

日本でしか味わうことができない、おもてなしがあふれるサービスに感動しました。決して安くはないですが、それ以上のサービスに決して後悔はしません。宿泊して良かったといつまでも思えるホテルです。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

ゆうこ

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
大変穏やかに過ごすことができました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

あきら

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方々が、常に宿泊客に対して目配りされて、笑顔で接しておられ、心地良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
很有氣勢也很有溫度的飯店,加上上高地的美景,是很舒服的住宿經驗
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

YU

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
部屋までの案内をしてくださったスタッフの方が少々フランク?で、帝国ホテルといえばレベルの高いサービスを期待していただけあって、こちらの年齢が若いからなのか…他のご年配のお客様にも同じようなサービスをなさるのかなあ、と少し違和感を覚えつつ、それでもレストランでは夕食、朝食共に、快いサービスで満足させていただきました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Masaru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
不満な点はただ一つです。 浴室のシャワーの水勢が非常に弱くて全く役に立ちませんでした。それゆえ、浴槽にお湯を張って、それで身体を洗うしかありませんでした。 それ以外は、ほぼ満点でした。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ryo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
全てにおいて高水準
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

HIDEMI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
最高のホテルと食事、サービスも大変良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tadashi

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

客室内ミニバー

備え付けの冷蔵庫にコロナの影響で飲み物などが常備されておらず、ルームサービスでの提供だった。コロナも明けたので、飲み物だけでも常備していただきたい
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

TAEUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
오래된 호텔이라고 들어서 걱정했는데 모든게 잘 관리되어있어 더 멋지게 느껴졌습니다. 무엇보다 로비에 있는 큰 화목난로가 있는 공간이 좋았습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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6/10 Okay

Sen tung

設備需要更新
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

kyoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
良かった
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

yoshiharu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
とても素敵でした。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

シゲコ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
スタッフが良かった
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Kazuyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
雰囲気が非常に良く、人気ホテルの意味がわかりました。歴史を感じるホテルです。スタッフの方の人数が多くて、他の日本のホテルでよく感じる、何か頼みたくても、スタッフがいないということはなかったように思います。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Yurika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
とても素敵な時間を過ごすことができました。ホスピタリティ溢れるサービスに感謝しています。 建物も趣があり、こだわりを感じる内装は素晴らしいです。 ありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

kimiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても快適でした。素晴らしかった
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

harumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
到着時間が遅れてしまいご迷惑をかけてしまったにもかかわらず、スタッフの皆様から大変優しく接していただきましまた。 どのスタッフの方も必ず挨拶以外の言葉をかけてくださいました。丁寧で格式高い接客と親しみやす気遣いもいただき、とてもリラックスして過ごす事が出来ました。 85歳の母の誕生日旅行と二人旅でしたが、最高の旅だと母も喜んでくれました。 スタッフの皆様有難うございました。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022