FAQs

Guests bringing children

At what age do child rates apply?
There is no charge for children under 5 years of age who share a bed with you.
For room rate packages, children 6 of age and older pay the same rate as adults.
When making a booking for a room rate package, enter the total number of adults and children, excluding children sharing a bed with you, as the total number of Adults, and enter the number of children sharing a bed with you in the Children section.

Do you have cribs?
Cribs are available, but quantities are limited. Note that cribs are not available for children who are able to stand on their own (even while supported by an object).

Do you have any amenities for children?
We provide children’s size yukata robes, slippers, toothbrushes, and hand towels.

Do you have a children’s menu?
Children’s menus are available in some of our restaurants.

Availability of baby food
We can prepare baby food if you request it in advance.
Please direct your request to a bookings representative or the front desk staff.

Do you have a daycare center?
We apologize, but we do not have a daycare center on premises.

Is there a nursing room?
The changing rooms in the Center House area can also be used as nursing rooms.

Availability of diaper garbage cans
Yes, we have dedicated garbage cans for diapers available.
Please request these in advance, as quantities are limited.

Accessibility

Can I bring my helper dog?
Helper dogs are welcome in the Lobby, Twin Rooms, and Cottages.

Do you have loaner wheelchairs available?
Yes, wheelchairs are available at the Lobby service counter. Please note that quantities are limited.

Is the Hotel wheelchair accessible?
Yes, it is. Note, however, that we do not have guest rooms dedicated exclusively for wheelchair use.

Do you have accessible restrooms?
Yes, they are located on the first floor of the Center House.

Accommodations

Can I make a same-day booking?
Bookings can be made at the Hotel Front Desk, subject to room availability on that day.

Are non-smoking rooms available?
All rooms are non-smoking.

Can I exchange foreign currency?
We apologize, but The Prince Villa Karuizawa does not support foreign currencies at this time.
There is an automatic foreign currency exchange machine (SMART EXCHANGE) in the Hotel West Lobby.

Can I cook in my room?
We ask that you cook using only the cooking utensils and equipment provided in your room.

Can you prepare fruit, flowers, or other items in my room in advance?
Yes, we can. For details, please consult in advance with a bookings representative.

Do you offer room service?
Yes, we do.

What time can I check in? Can I check in late?
Check-in is available starting at 3:00 PM.
If you plan to check in after 10:00 PM, please let us know in advance.

Can I send my luggage by courier in advance?
Yes, you can.
Please send luggage to the following address.
The Prince Villa Karuizawa
Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun Nagano, 389-0193 Japan
1) Please enter the name of the Hotel/building where you will be staying.
2) Please enter your name. Please also enter dates of your stay in the remarks field.
Please inquire with the shipping company for details on the number of days it will take to arrive. When picking up your luggage, please present the shipping receipt that was provided to you.

Availability of changing rooms at the Center House
There are no dedicated changing rooms, but you can change in a separately provided area. You can use this area prior to checking in and after checking out.

Can I ask you to hold my luggage before checking in?
Yes, we can hold your luggage. We hold luggage at the Cloakroom.

Can I use the Center House Lounge before or after check-in?
There is an additional charge for use of the Center House Lounge before check-in or after check-out.

Can I extend my check-out time? Until what time can I extend it?
Check-out time can be extended for a fee, depending on the availability and vacancies on your scheduled day of check-out. Please inquire at the Hotel Front Desk the day before your departure date.
Stays can be extended up to 2:00 PM.

Can I set off fireworks in front of my room?
We apologize, but use of fireworks near guest rooms is prohibited. Fireworks can only be used in the dedicated fireworks area near the activity hall.

Hot springs

Can I use the Hot Springs only without checking in? How much does it cost?
The FOREST HOT-SPRING (East Hot Springs Facility) and the MOMIJI HOT-SPRING (West Hot Springs Facility) is for staying guests only.
Guests staying in The Prince Villa Karuizawa can use it free of charge.
*Note that additional bathing tax of 150 JPY applies.

Do you provide towels?
Towels are available at the front desk of the Hot Springs.

Is there a laundromat available?
Yes, there is one at Hotel West.

What kind of shops are available?
There is a Hotel shop located in the Center House.

Golfing

Can I make same-day reservations to golf?
Yes, we accept same-day reservations.

Is there parking available on the golf course?
Parking is available free of charge.

Parking Lot

Is there a fee for parking?
Staying guests are charged 1,000 JPY per vehicle per night (parking is available until 10:00 PM on the day of departure).
Note:
Guests must bring their parking ticket to the Front Desk upon check-in.
The Front Desk will issue you a pass that can be used as many times as you wish during your stay (until 10:00 PM on the day of departure).

Miscellaneous

What would proper seasonal attire be?
Spring (March, April, May): Average temperatures in Karuizawa in spring are about 1.2°C in March, 6.4°C in April, and 12.4°C in May. Warm clothing is needed even in spring, as there may be lingering snowfall until April.
Summer (June, July, August): Average temperatures in Karuizawa in summer are about 16.3°C in June, 20.6°C in July, and 21.3°C in August. Even on hot days, it can reach below 20 degrees Celsius at night. Don’t forget to bring a light jacket.
Autumn (September, October, November): Average temperatures in Karuizawa in autumn are about 16.9°C in September, 10.8°C in October, and 5°C in November. The temperature difference between day and night is about 10°C, so even if you can wear long sleeves during the day, you will need a coat at night.
Winter (December, January, February): Average temperatures in Karuizawa in winter are about -0.8°C in December, -3.9°C in January, and -2.8°C in February. The lowest temperatures can reach nearly -10°C, so a heavy coat is needed to protect against the cold.

Is there a shuttle service from Karuizawa Station to the hotel?
A free shuttle bus runs from the south exit of Karuizawa Station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line approximately every 30 minutes. (8:00 AM to 9:00 PM)