Chikuma 3 Stars Hotels

"The hotel was pretty good, but not the best I've stayed at in Japan. The breakfast was pretty good, but not as amazing as everyone made it sound in the reviews. There was free sake tasting everyday at 5pm. It was 10 minute walk from the train station (not as close as Expedia made it sound, but not a bad walk either). I would stay here again, but just will go in with different expectations than what I had based on the reviews. Overall the staff was very nice and accommodating."

"Typical average hotel, breakfast was not great and breakfast area was overcrowded "

"Clean well located place to stay."

"It’s a very simple hotel, yet everything was clean and functional. Thank you all for your service."

"館内は清潔感がありお掃除が行き届いていました。靴を玄関で脱いで過ごすというのは良いと思いました。 朝ごはんは種類が多く、新鮮なサラダやフルーツもよかったです。 また機会があったらまた利用したいですし、友人にも勧められると思います。"

"Room nice and clean. Good location. Breakfast not catering for western style but good. Perhaps add some cereal."

"The establishment is immaculate and boasts a welcoming staff that provides all necessary amenities. "

"The JAL hotel is wonderfully located in Nagano city, only a few blocks walk to the train station. A full and large Breakfast is available everyday on the top floor for amazing views of the surrounding mountains. Rooms are quite spacious. There are many restaurants in the nearby area to choose from every night. Nagano is a wonderful city to visit in Japan as it’s much less crowded than places like Tokyo or Osaka. The direct bus to the snow monkeys from the station was a tremendous experience, as you get to see the snow monkeys in their own environment."

"Richmond Hotel Matsumoto was a wonderful surprise. As a budget-friendly business hotel, we weren’t expecting much—but it turned out to be far nicer than anticipated. The room was spotlessly clean, with a comfortable queen bed and a divan-style sofa that made for a perfect little reading nook. The breakfast buffet was simple but satisfying, with enough variety to suit even a finicky Western palate. Its location is excellent—convenient to the train station, restaurants, and shopping—making it an easy base for exploring. Matsumoto itself is a lovely city that feels a bit under the radar for international travellers, yet it offers so much charm. It’s also an ideal staging point for trips into the Japanese Alps or the Kiso Valley. All in all, a great option if you’re looking for something budget-friendly without feeling bare bones."