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Rankeisou

★★★★ Nagano 1450 , Sanjo, JP

9.7 guest rating· 50 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodation with Garden and Shared Lounge

Rankeisou, nestled in Sanjo, invites you to experience its 4-star ryokan with a serene garden and a cozy shared lounge. Enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout the property and unwind in the rejuvenating hot spring bath. Convenient luggage storage is also available.

Comfortable Rooms with TV

Relax in any of our well-appointed rooms, each featuring a TV for your entertainment.

Delicious Asian Breakfast and Outdoor Activities

Start your day with a delightful Asian breakfast served fresh every morning. Explore the picturesque surroundings with hiking trails nearby or opt for a bike ride with our rental services.

Book now to indulge in a tranquil retreat at Rankeisou.

Rooms & rates

Deluxe Twin Room

Sleeps 5 · 36 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet

Twin Room

Sleeps 3 · 23 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet

Japanese-Style Room with Private Bathroom and River View

Sleeps 5 · 20 m² · 5× Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Hot spring bath
  • Free Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fax/photocopying
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  • First aid kit available
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Karaoke
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Open-air bath
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Public Bath
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Table tennis
  • Terrace
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Vending machine - drinks

Location

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Nagano 1450 , Sanjo, JP

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 07:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.750 reviews

+ High-quality food+ Excellent service+ Beautiful location+ Private amenities
Cleanliness9.8
Service10.0
Location9.8
Room Quality9.3
Amenities9.3
Value for Money9.8

Thoroughly enjoyed the country inn hospitality and onsen baths

9.0

Splendid traditional country inn with good old-fashioned service, excellent onsen quality and satisfying meals using local ingredients.

All good

Margaret · AU · 2026-04-11

Generous country ryokan with very special onsen water and good honest food

9.0

I have stayed in many ryokan over the years. In spite of the recent trend for ryokan to economise - leading to a reduction in the kind of detailed service that makes a ryokan stay so special - Rankeisou is doing its very best to protect the integrity of the country inn tradition for a deeply satisfying stay. The onsen water here apparently has very special qualities and I thoroughly enjoyed both the big and private baths - the water feels marvellous. Also praise to the chef for the beauty, variety and honesty of his meals - with skilful use of local ingredients. Our room was spacious with an exhilarating view of the fast flowing river. I especially loved the care taken to display fresh flowers of the season round every corner of the intriguing winding corridors.

Absolutely nothing to complain about.

Margaret · AU · 2026-04-07

Would love to revisit next time

9.0

A classic Japanese onsen hotel with great facilities and wonderful meals. You can visit easily with the shuttle bus arranged by the hotel. Located in the middle of mountains area which makes it a perfect place to slow down and unwind.

The sound of the ventilation (or heating) in the room was too loud to sleep.

Tzu Yin · TW · 2026-03-03

Guest review

9.0

River view from the room whilst snowing during winter is fantastic. Exceptional service from our hostess. Futons are laid out and packed away during dinner and breakfast Traditional Japanese meals made from local seasonal ingredients Use of private onsen rooms for families

During winter, it is difficult for guests with luggage to move them from the carpark to reception due to the snow. Suggest implementing a procedure in winter for guests to drop off and pickup luggage, such as using the staff entrance, and informing guests of this prior to arrival.

Li · AU · 2026-01-30

Traditionel japanese high end ryokan feeling with fantastic food in a beautiful surrounding

10.0

Small traditionel ryokan with green tea leaves( no bags), one special onsen that is deep and can be reserved for private use without extra fee, beautiful surrounding, homemade food like tofu or porridge made from their salted spring water that can be enjoyed in a private setting.

Nothing

Stamena · CH · 2025-12-06

A true ryoken experiece

9.0

The booking of private bath for couples/family was wonderful!

All very good!

Michael Lim · SG · 2025-11-18

Good to know

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

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.