The Best Hotels Closest to Zenko-ji Temple in Nagano - 2026 Updated Prices

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A bar with a long counter and multiple bottles, large windows with a city and mountains view, and striped chairs.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a staircase, and a central column.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, marble pillars, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a lamp, and a small table.

1. Hotel Metropolitan Nagano

Minaminagano, 1.9 km from Zenko-ji Temple

David

Rp2.151.202

Rp2.602.954 total

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bookcase.

A hotel lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a traditional Japanese entrance.

A modern library with wooden walls, a green sofa, and a round table with chairs.

A buffet setup with various dishes, including salads, vegetables, and condiments, arranged on a counter with a view of the city through large windows.

2. Chisun Grand Nagano

Minamichitose, 1.7 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Michael

Rp1.247.150

Rp1.509.052 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a wooden panel, a card reader, and a minibar.

A modern kitchen area with a dark countertop, tiled backsplash, and a digital menu display.

A hotel room with wooden cabinets, a woven partition, and a carpeted floor.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a glass door entrance, a reception desk, and potted plants.

3. Dormy Inn Nagano Zenkounoyu Natural Hot Spring

Minamichitosemachi Tsuruga, 1.8 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Alexander

Rp2.415.354

Rp2.656.889 total

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A waterfall feature with rocks and a tiled border.

A traditional Japanese building with a sign for Shimizu Ryokan.

A traditional Japanese building with signage in Japanese, a pathway lined with greenery, and a view of a mountain in the background.

4. Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan

0.7 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Jacob

Rp2.006.301

Rp2.206.931 total

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, a television, and a lamp.

A hallway with a wooden accent wall, a number '10' sign, and a checkered floor pattern.

A modern waiting area with a long bench, a small table, and a sofa.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a staircase.

5. Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano Zenkojiguchi

Minaminagano, 1.9 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Fenshya

Rp1.302.938

Rp1.576.534 total

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A kitchen with two people cooking, a chalkboard menu, and various cooking utensils.

A rustic bar area with wooden paneling, a metal stool, and a leather chair.

A wooden staircase with a handrail and wooden steps.

A traditional Japanese house at night with a visible moon in the sky.

6. Dot Hostel Nagano

0.3 km from Zenko-ji Temple

ふみお

Rp719.492

Rp791.441 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A buffet spread with various dishes and beverages, set against a cityscape view.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a view of the entrance.

A hotel entrance with a revolving door, indoor seating area, and outdoor patio with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

7. Hotel JAL City Nagano

Minaminagano, 1.1 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Mary

Rp1.675.418

Rp1.842.960 total

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A tall hotel with multiple floors and balconies, surrounded by urban buildings and a street with vehicles.

A multi-story hotel with a uniform facade, numerous balconies, and a prominent signage at the top.

A modern lobby with a glass elevator, a reception desk, and a seating area with bar stools.

A modern lobby with marble walls, a vending machine, and two elevators.

8. Toyoko Inn Nagano-eki Higashi-guchi

Kurita, 2.3 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Toshiyuki

Rp1.185.618

Rp1.304.180 total

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone floor pattern, wooden reception desk, and a staircase with greenery.

A kitchen area with a wooden shelf displaying jars and utensils, a refrigerator, and a potted plant.

A reception area with a wooden bench, a wall with a green plant top, and a patterned floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a shelf with items, and a window with curtains.

9. Hotel New Nagano NeXT

Minamichitosemachi Tsuruga, 1.8 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Shaangavi

Rp1.834.501

Rp2.017.951 total

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A buffet table with various food items and serving utensils.

A modern hotel building with a curved glass facade and a sign indicating it is the Nagano Lindenschloß Plaza Hotel.

A pool with clear water and a visible faucet.

A hotel lobby with leather sofas, a reception desk, a TV mounted on the wall, and a green carpeted floor.

10. Nagano Linden Plaza Hotel

Minamichitosemachi Tsuruga, 1.5 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Taylor

Rp1.058.269

Rp1.164.096 total

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A clean, well-lit indoor swimming pool area with tiled walls, a long bench along the pool, and a row of sinks with soap dispensers.

A hotel room with two striped sofas, a wooden table, and a small white box.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a clock, and a self-service kiosk.

A traditional Japanese building with a stone wall, wooden gate, and a small bridge.

11. Island Hotel

Minamichitose, 1.7 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Zachary

Rp1.024.238

Rp1.126.673 total

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious conference room with a long wooden table, surrounded by chairs, and a central potted plant.

A laundry room with two front-loading washing machines and a dryer.

A bunk bed room with a wooden ceiling and a window with curtains.

A room with a wooden coat rack, a hanging light fixture, and a black chair.

12. Mash Café & Bed NAGANO - Hostel

Minaminagano, 1.7 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Danielle

Rp905.381

Rp1.108.835 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel facade with the name 'HOTEL LIVEMAX' prominently displayed.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, elevators, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, elevators, and a sign reading "HOTEL LAVEMAX".

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, wooden cabinets, a white sink, and a glass shower enclosure.

13. TENNEN-ONSEN HOTEL LiVEMAX PREMIUM Nagano-ekimae

Kurita, 2.1 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Ilana

Rp1.143.049

Rp1.257.320 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A landscaped garden with a pebble path, rocks, and trees.

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, chandeliers, columns, and potted plants.

A glass-enclosed patio with outdoor seating, surrounded by trees.

14. The Saihokukan Hotel

Minaminagano, 1 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Midori

Rp1.646.316

Rp1.810.948 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a metal ladder, and a view of distant buildings.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a window with curtains, and a brick-patterned wall.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a clear sky.

A modern interior with a central light fixture and a glass partition.

15. Hotel Nagano Avenue

Minamichitose, 1.6 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Derek

Rp1.517.509

Rp1.836.186 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A small, dimly lit room with a single bed and a light fixture on the ceiling.

A small, enclosed entrance with a door, surrounded by greenery.

A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, wooden ladders, and curtains.

A room with a green wall, a floor lamp, a potted plant, and three artworks.

16. Local Knot Backpackers(Journaling Hostel）

2.2 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Kristina

Rp1.449.876

Rp1.594.864 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a sign reading "HOTEL TREND".

A room with a bed, a table, and a wall-mounted picture.

A reception area with a wooden wall displaying the name 'HOTEL TREND'.

A reception area with a wooden counter labeled "FRONT", a bench, a metal shelf with items, and a brown leather couch.

17. Hotel Trend Nagano

1.5 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Cheng San

Rp841.738

Rp925.912 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story brick building with a sign reading "Nagano Plaza Hotel."

A hotel corridor with red and black checkered flooring, a vending machine, and a door with a red panel.

A checkered tablecloth with a plate of pastries and a cup of coffee.

18. Nagano Plaza Hotel

Minaminagano, 2.1 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Madelaine

Rp672.771

Rp814.053 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel building with multiple floors, illuminated windows, and various signs including a prominent 'HOTEL BEST' sign.

A hotel reception desk with a marble counter, a digital screen displaying the hotel name, a potted orchid, and a red carpet leading to the entrance.

A modern building with large windows and a sign for 'NAGO STATION'.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a clock.

19. Hotel Abest Nagano Ekimae

Minaminagano, 1.9 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Cheryl

Rp1.730.156

Rp2.093.490 total

3 Nov - 4 Nov

20. YADOYA GONDO aioi

0.9 km from Zenko-ji Temple

Monica

Rp1.000.696

Rp1.100.766 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Metropolitan Nagano	9.2 Wonderful 1,009 reviews	View
Chisun Grand Nagano	9.2 Wonderful 1,009 reviews	View
Dormy Inn Nagano Zenkounoyu Natural Hot Spring	9.2 Wonderful 795 reviews	View
Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan	9.2 Wonderful 149 reviews	View
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano Zenkojiguchi	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Top Zenko-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano Zenkojiguchi

10/10 Excellent

"This is a fantastic hotel to stay in Nagano. Great services! Will book again when coming back to Nagano."

Nagano Tokyu REI Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice property. Conveniently located across the street from the train station. The room is VERY small."

Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"There were some maintenance issues with the hotel. The lights on the elevator button on the 9th floor did not illuminate, my room lights were also a little trouble. There were a couple of bugs in my room as well. The check in staff was not as accommodating as I would have liked. However, the hot spring was great. The hotel bus driver and restaurant staff were very friendly."

Hotel JAL City Nagano

8/10 Good

"Perfect location. Great staff!!"

Hotel Metropolitan Nagano

10/10 Excellent

"Train station nearby. Very nice hotel. I would visit and recommend again."

HOTEL COURTLAND

10/10 Excellent

"Older hotel but it was very clean and comfortable. There is a 7-11 next door and directly across the street from the Shinkansen side of the station. Due to the close proximity to the station there are a lot of food options, would stay here again"

Nagano Linden Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were kind and helpful throughout our stay. Room was neat and tidy on arrival and each return. Close to plenty of bars and restaurants, and less than a 10 minute walk to Nagano Station. I would stay again!"

Chisun Grand Nagano

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms are clean and relatively spacious. Location super convenient to the train station. 15 minutes or so walk to main attractions is pleasant. Breakfast was enjoyable mix of Japanese and western. Evening sake tasting a nice touch."

Hotel New Nagano NeXT

10/10 Excellent

"very nice amenities, the locker for early check in and all the toilettries at the front desk, free self laundry with detergent also supplied, close to shopping and the Nagano JR station."

Other attractions near Zenko-ji Temple

Nio-mon Gate

10.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Nio-mon Gate, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nagano. Visit the temples in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Kankei-ji Temple

After visiting Kankei-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nagano. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.

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Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum

8.0/10 (33 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum in Nagano. Visit the temples in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Jōyama Park

Jōyama Park is just one of the places to see in Nagano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Saiho-ji Temple

10.0/10 (1 review)

Saiho-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nagano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.

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Japanese Traditional Paper Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Japanese Traditional Paper Museum during your travels in Nagano. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.

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Shiroyama Zoo

Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Shiroyama Zoo home during your trip to Nagano? Discover the temples in this walkable area or seek out its ski slopes.

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Kitano Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Kitano Cultural Center during your stay in Nagano. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Zenko-ji Temple?

Zenko-ji Temple is located in a welcoming area of Nagano that travellers like for its temples and shopping. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 22 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Zenko-ji Temple?

Hotel JAL City Nagano is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Zenko-ji Temple. Other good choices within a short distance include Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan and Nagano Linden Plaza Hotel.

How many hotels are there near Zenko-ji Temple?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Zenko-ji Temple.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Zenko-ji Temple, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Zenko-ji Temple.

What can I see and do near Zenko-ji Temple?

Study the collections at Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum, M-Wave Olympic Memorial Arena or Nagano Olympic Museum. Nio-mon Gate, Saisho-in Temple and Saiko-ji Temple are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. Create some family memories at Shiroyama Zoo, Kitano Cultural Center and Nagano City Museum while you're exploring the area around Zenko-ji Temple.

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Our top choices for Zenko-ji Temple hotels

1. Hotel Metropolitan Nagano

2. Chisun Grand Nagano

3. Dormy Inn Nagano Zenkounoyu Natural Hot Spring

4. Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan

5. Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano Zenkojiguchi

6. Dot Hostel Nagano

7. Hotel JAL City Nagano

8. Toyoko Inn Nagano-eki Higashi-guchi

9. Hotel New Nagano NeXT

10. Nagano Linden Plaza Hotel

11. Island Hotel

12. Mash Café & Bed NAGANO - Hostel

13. TENNEN-ONSEN HOTEL LiVEMAX PREMIUM Nagano-ekimae

14. The Saihokukan Hotel

15. Hotel Nagano Avenue

16. Local Knot Backpackers(Journaling Hostel）

17. Hotel Trend Nagano

18. Nagano Plaza Hotel

19. Hotel Abest Nagano Ekimae

20. YADOYA GONDO aioi

Compare popular hotels close to Zenko-ji Temple

Top Zenko-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano Zenkojiguchi

Nagano Tokyu REI Hotel

Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa

Hotel JAL City Nagano

Hotel Metropolitan Nagano

HOTEL COURTLAND

Nagano Linden Plaza Hotel

Chisun Grand Nagano

Hotel New Nagano NeXT

Other attractions near Zenko-ji Temple

Nio-mon Gate

Kankei-ji Temple

Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum

Jōyama Park

Saiho-ji Temple

Japanese Traditional Paper Museum

Shiroyama Zoo

Kitano Cultural Center

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