Hotel Grand Shinonome is a mid-range hotel in the Kitamachi district of central Maebashi, the prefectural capital of Gunma, Japan. The property is positioned within walking distance of Maebashi's main commercial streets and approximately 10 minutes on foot from Maebashi Station on the JR Ryōmō Line, which connects the city to Takasaki in around 10 minutes and to the greater Tokyo area in 70–90 minutes via connecting services.
The hotel occupies a mid-rise building and offers a range of room types including single, double, twin, and family configurations. The rooms are Western-style with standard hotel furnishings—flat-screen television, air conditioning, private en suite bathroom, and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. An on-site restaurant serves Japanese and light Western dishes for breakfast and dinner; the breakfast offering centres on a Japanese set meal with rice, miso soup, grilled fish, and pickled vegetables.
Business facilities include a small business centre with printing capabilities and meeting rooms available for hire by the day. As a locally operated mid-range property, Hotel Grand Shinonome provides reliable and comfortable accommodation without the full-service amenity stack of larger chain hotels, and maintains a personal service character suited to both business and leisure travellers.
Paid parking is available within or adjacent to the hotel grounds, and the central Maebashi location gives guests access to the city's main shopping district, the Maebashi Park riverfront, and the Gunma Prefectural Museum of History within a 10–15 minute walk. Maebashi's central position within Gunma makes the hotel a practical base for day trips to Kusatsu Onsen (90 minutes by road), Ikaho Onsen (40 minutes), and Haruna Shrine and Haruna Lake (45 minutes). The Agatsuma Line for Kusatsu departs from Shin-Maebashi or Takasaki, reachable within 30 minutes.
Room types
- Single
- Double
- Twin
- Family rooms
Amenities
- Restaurant on site
- Wi-Fi
- Business centre
- Parking available (fee)
- Air conditioning
Location
3-3-1 Kitamachi, Maebashi, Gunma 371-0822
36.3918, 139.0641 View on map
Highlights
- Central Maebashi location close to the prefectural government district and main shopping streets
- On-site restaurant serving Japanese set meals and light Western options
- Family room category available for groups of three or four
- Business centre and meeting room hire for corporate guests
- Day-trip access to Ikaho Onsen (40 min), Kusatsu Onsen (90 min), and Haruna Shrine (45 min)
Tips for visiting
- Breakfast is not automatically included in the room rate; pre-booking the Japanese set meal plan offers better value than paying separately.
- Maebashi Station is a 10-minute walk; for connections to Kusatsu Onsen, transfer to Shin-Maebashi or Takasaki for the Agatsuma Line.
- Parking at the hotel is available for a fee; confirm availability when booking if arriving by car, as spaces can fill during events.
- The Maebashi Park cherry blossom promenade is a 15-minute walk in late March to early April—an attractive addition to a city-based stay.
- International travellers should note that English-language assistance at reception is limited; confirming key requests in writing before arrival is advisable.
Accessibility
The hotel is housed in a modern mid-rise building with elevator access between floors and a step-accessible main entrance. Guests requiring wheelchair-accessible rooms should contact the hotel in advance to confirm room availability and bathroom configuration on lower floors.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hotel Grand Shinonome relative to Maebashi Station?
The hotel is approximately 10 minutes on foot from Maebashi Station on the JR Ryōmō Line, in the Kitamachi district of central Maebashi. Taxis are readily available from the station for guests with heavy luggage.
Does the hotel have an on-site restaurant?
Yes. An on-site restaurant serves Japanese and light Western dishes. Breakfast is available as an optional add-on. The restaurant also operates for dinner. The surrounding Kitamachi district offers additional dining options within a short walk.
Is the hotel suitable for a base to explore Gunma Prefecture?
Yes. Maebashi is Gunma's prefectural capital and transport hub. Bus and rail connections from Maebashi and nearby Shin-Maebashi give access to Ikaho Onsen, Kusatsu Onsen, and the Haruna mountain area. Takasaki, the Shinkansen junction, is 10 minutes by train.