Hotel Indigo Karuizawa

Welcome to Hotel Indigo Karuizawa, where our locally inspired design and experiences offer you an authentic perspective of one of Japan’s most loved mountain retreat. Discover the many stories of our neighborhood – from its humble beginnings as an Edo period town later established as a summer resort by western missionaries, to its status as a fashionable retreat for royalty, creatives, and intellects alike. Our boutique hotel design is inspired by the town’s sophisticated sensibility and abundance of nature. It boasts modern appeal with intriguing local design to beautifully capture the true spirt of this neighborhood where East meets West.Our Hotel Indigo Neighborhood Hosts will share fascinating stories of Karuizawa past and present that will enrich your experience when you are both in the hotel and out exploring the local neighborhood. At Hotel Indigo we welcome you with the very same warm hospitality which the local people of Karuizawa are so renowned for.

Great design tells stories. From original architecture on full display to subtle details that invite a second glance, each of our unique hotels across the world is a celebration of its neighbourhood, telling the stories of its people, places and traditions. We curate spaces and experiences that illuminate the beauty in each of our neighbourhoods — even if you never leave the hotel.
Whether soaking up inspiration in a cosy nook or soaking in the view from a rooftop pool, we welcome everyone. At Hotel Indigo you'll find inclusive environments and flexible spaces buzzing with the neighbourhood's spirit. Places that restore as much as they inspire, where you can live on your own terms and create an experience that’s as individual as you are.
Design-led and story-inspired, our guest rooms are as comfortable as they are beautiful. Sink into the plush bedding, admire the handcrafted details, and enjoy elevated touches that restore and recharge.