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A 5-minute drive from National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, Ryokan Seifuso is next to Shinshu University and features a view of the Northern Alps and the freshness of the Metoba River. It is ideal for sightseeing such as Kamikochi, a mountainous scenic spot, Norikura Kogen, which has abundant trekking courses, Azumino, an original landscape of Japan blessed with Dosojin and spring water, and Utsukushigahara Kogen, which was praised by Kihachi Ozaki, a mountain poet. There are many overseas visitors from over 30 countries every year (English available) for sports camps, and university seminars. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a refrigerator, TV and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Ryokan Seifuso is entirely nonsmoking. Free parking (2 locations, 12 spaces, on-site), free rental bicycles and chargeable electric bicycles for sightseeing in the city. For meals, freshly prepared seasonal Japanese dishes are served. Western breakfast is available upon request (reservation made at reception), and vegetarian options are also available. The mellow honey yogurt from the eldest son of a beekeeper is extremely popular.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Public Bath


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.2
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Matsumoto
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  • Patrice
    Canada Canada
    Very nice owners, very attentive. We were permitted to have the large bath to ourselves as there was no other guests needed it. We enjoyed electric bicycles for the afternoon at a small cost, 300 yens. Restaurants nearby.
  • Miwako
    United States of America United States of America
    We’ve been staying at Seifuso for over 15 years. Fabulous hosts and excellent location. Their breakfast is something my children talk about and dream about. Highly recommended!
  • Norma
    Canada Canada
    Easily accessible by bus from train station, welcoming and friendly proprietors, excellent breakfast available, Japanese bath, good information about local events and attractions, both traditional and western-style rooms available.

Host Info

9.7
9.7
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Hand drawn map around Ryokan, Asama Onsen and City centre are available for guest! Restaurants with tips, recommendations and English menus as well as few interesting places / shops / areas to explore. Free rental bicycles make it easy to go around the town and cycling or walking by the stream-side road. Rental books and "take-one leave-one" library available in many languages. If you would like to order breakfast please let us know at the check in. With additional price you can enjoy hearty Japanese breakfast, tasty Western breakfast or simple toast set. Vegetarian or Vegan is also available on request.
Ryokan Seifu-so is located outside of the city centre ( 40 mins walk / 20 mins cycle / 12 mins by bus / 10 mins by car ). Seifu-so is ideal for guest looking for quiet, relax stay. There is a river in front of Ryokan with grass river bank where people have picnic, play music, read books and relax, enough space for children to play. Around Seifu-so there are a few restaurant ( Indian, Nabe/ Sukiyaki, Japanese Omlette rice, THE BEST RAMEN PLACE) , a supermarket all less than 5 mins walk from ryokan. Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Japanese set-meal, family restaurant, Mos burger, THE BEST TONKATSU and Italian restaurant as well as a small skatepark and coin laundry is 10 mins walk. Asama Onsen is also very close to Seifu-so (15 mins walk, 8 mins cycle) where you can enjoy a short mountain walk and lovely onsen experience.
Languages spoken: English,Japanese

Area info

Amenities of Ryokan Seifuso
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Suit press
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Suit press
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Spa
    • Public Bath
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules

    Ryokan Seifuso takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Curfew

    The entrance to the property is closed between 11:00 PM and 5:30 AM

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform the hotel in advance what time you plan to check in. If your check-in time changes, please update the hotel.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    FAQs about Ryokan Seifuso

    • Ryokan Seifuso is 3.1 miles from the center of Matsumoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Ryokan Seifuso may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Ryokan Seifuso include:

      • Family
      • Triple
      • Single
      • Twin

    • Yes, Ryokan Seifuso is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Ryokan Seifuso offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Tennis court
      • Public Bath
      • Bicycle rental

    • Check-in at Ryokan Seifuso is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.