HotelBeniya

A soothing hot spring and sauna retreat on the shores of Lake Suwa

Nagano Suwa City

Hotel Beniya is a hotel located in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture. On the top floor, the 14th floor, there is an observation large public bath with panoramic views of Lake Suwa, where guests can enjoy the natural hot springs of Kami-Suwa while taking in the spectacular scenery. After sweating it out in the adjoining high-temperature dry sauna, guests can refresh and cool down in a cold plunge bath. The annex bathing facility also features a bedrock spa using radium ore and a skin-friendly mist sauna. With well-equipped ancillary facilities such as a restaurant and a relaxation salon, guests can spend the whole day relaxing and restoring both body and mind.

Hot Spring & Bath Information

Kokuu no Yu Observation Hot Spring Bath

TypeNatural Hot Spring

An observation large public bath on the hotel's top floor drawing water from the Kami-Suwa hot springs. The simple weak alkaline spring is gentle on the skin and has a soft texture. Its greatest attraction is the panoramic view of Lake Suwa from 45 meters above ground. At dusk the lake surface can turn crimson, while mornings offer a mysterious calm; guests can enjoy an exquisite soak while watching the ever-changing majestic scenery.

Large Bath Kiseki no Yu and Semi-Open-Air Bath Kokaze no Yu

TypeNatural Hot Spring

A large bath and a semi-open-air bath located in the annex bathing facility. Guests can enjoy the synergistic effect of the gentle Kami-Suwa natural hot spring combined with special radium ore. In the spacious tubs you can stretch your arms and legs and feel your whole body gradually warm. In the open-air bath you can feel the breeze from Lake Suwa as it gently soothes tired muscles, bringing deep healing and relaxation.

Sauna

Dry Sauna (Observation Hot Spring Bath)

90°C

Sauna TypeDry Sauna

Stove TypeConvection Stove (Sauna Stone)

Capacity6people

Men'sWomen's

A high-temperature dry sauna adjacent to the observation large public bath on the hotel's top floor. The compact room is equipped with a convection-style heater, producing dry heat with relatively low humidity. Heat from the stove is transmitted directly, causing beads of sweat to well up across the body even in a short time. In this quiet space, you can take your time to reflect and warm up to your core.

Mist Sauna Jousekisen

40°C

Sauna TypeSteam Sauna

Stove TypeBuilt-in Stove

Capacity6people

Men'sWomen's

A mist sauna in the annex bathing facility that is also popular with women. The space is kept at around 40°C and filled with fine steam particles, making it comfortable to sweat without feeling short of breath. It gently warms the body while providing plenty of moisture to the skin. It is easy to enter even for those who dislike the intense heat and dryness of dry saunas, offering a relaxing sauna experience with less strain on the body.

Cold Bath

Cold plunge bath

18°C

Water QualityTap Water

Capacity2people

Men'sWomen's

A cold plunge bath located immediately next to the sauna room, providing a smooth flow after sweating. The sharply cold water quickly cools and tightens the heated body. The compact design fits about two people but is deep enough to immerse the shoulders for a full cool-down. After leaving the cold plunge bath, guests can relax in the resting space within the bathing area.

Business Hours

Monday
15:00〜01:00
05:00〜10:00
Tuesday
15:00〜01:00
05:00〜10:00
Wednesday
15:00〜01:00
05:00〜10:00
Thursday
15:00〜01:00
05:00〜10:00
Friday
15:00〜01:00
05:00〜10:00
Saturday
15:00〜01:00
05:00〜10:00
Sunday
15:00〜01:00
05:00〜10:00
Holiday
15:00〜01:00
05:00〜10:00

Closed Days: None

Address

2-8-9 Kogandori, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture 392-0027, Japan

Hotel & Ryokan

Gender Access

Gender Separated

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Tattoo Policy
No Tattoos
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