Hotel Haus St.Anton

This small hotel with a focus on food is located on Oyu-dori, Nozawa Onsen’s main street, making it easy to explore the hot spring town and visit its public bathhouses. The iconic Oyu bathhouse, souvenir shops, and cafés are all within walking distance, allowing guests to experience the distinctive atmosphere of Nozawa Onsen throughout their stay. The ski slopes are also easily accessible in winter, while the convenient location makes the hotel a good base for sightseeing year-round.

The hotel’s 12 guest rooms feature warm, inviting interiors that make use of reclaimed wood. Each has a different design and offers a relaxing atmosphere reminiscent of a European mountain resort. Another highlight is the warm, family-like hospitality that makes guests feel as though they have returned home. The hotel also has a private-use bath supplied with free-flowing water directly from Nozawa Onsen, which has a history spanning 700 years. Guests can take a leisurely soak in complete privacy.

For dinner, a chef who trained at The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka serves an original course menu featuring seasonal ingredients from the Okushinano region and incorporating snow-country food traditions such as fermentation, drying, and aging. The hotel has recently begun placing greater emphasis on drink pairings selected to complement each dish. Breakfast includes freshly baked bread, homemade jam, and homemade yogurt for a satisfying start to the day. The thoughtfully prepared cuisine is well worth experiencing. There is also a shop and café next to the hotel. Its additive-free handmade jams made with local fruit are ideal souvenirs.