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Make the Most of Your Nagano Stay

A spiritual center meets Olympic legacy

Nagano developed around the 1,400-year-old Zenko-ji Temple, where pilgrims have walked the incense-filled approach for centuries. This rare non-denominational Buddhist sanctuary welcomes all visitors to its National Treasure main hall, reconstructed in 1707, while the surrounding Daimon district preserves traditional architecture and temple lodgings. The 1998 Winter Olympics transformed the city's infrastructure, leaving behind venues like the M-Wave arena and establishing Nagano as a gateway to world-class skiing in nearby Hakuba and the famous snow monkeys of Jigokudani.

Beyond the temple gates

The Hokuriku Shinkansen connects Tokyo in just 80 minutes, making Nagano Station the natural base for business travelers. Premium dining includes Fujiya Gohonjin, where Italian-fusion cuisine is served in a 1925 Art Deco landmark that once hosted feudal lords, and Shunka's kaiseki menus showcasing seasonal Shinshu ingredients. The Matsushiro district preserves samurai residences and castle ruins from the Sanada clan era, while Togakushi's mountain shrines offer forest trails beneath 400-year-old cedars.

Positioning your stay

The station area provides efficient access and modern hotels, while shukubo temple lodgings near Zenko-ji offer a distinctive cultural experience with Buddhist vegetarian cuisine. Day trips extend to Matsumoto's original castle and the artistic town of Obuse, both reachable within an hour by train.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nagano

Can I book hotels in Nagano on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles to book your Nagano hotel stay, or you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in Nagano?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals reserved through Delta Stays. Plus, you will receive access to Member promotions at select properties, along with the option to complete payment using miles, cash, or a combination. Simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash to ensure you earn your miles. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies vary by property. We recommend reviewing the specific cancellation policy displayed under each hotel's details before completing your reservation. You will notice that refundable options are available for some rates, while others may be non-refundable. Please note that if you make changes to or cancel your booking, this may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.

Can my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

As a Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Cardholder, you can earn additional miles along with valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 applicable toward prepaid accommodations booked through Delta Cars and Stays. Note that terms apply to these offerings. For an overview of the advantages associated with your card membership, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where you can review complete benefit details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Periodically, Delta Stays provides special promotions for SkyMiles Members to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on accommodations reserved through their booking service. We invite you to check the Delta Stays MQD Offer page regularly to view current MQD earning opportunities and examine the specific terms and conditions associated with these special offers.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

No, Delta Stays accommodations are accessible to all travelers seeking hotel reservations. Nevertheless, enrollment as a SkyMiles Member provides you with opportunities to accumulate miles and gain access to preferential pricing and promotions available only to Members. SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per $1 spent on Delta Cars and Stays purchases (excluding taxes and additional fees). Enrollment in the SkyMiles program comes at no cost. Become a Member today by visiting the delta.com.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Yes, in addition to traditional hotels, Delta Stays provides an extensive collection of vacation rentals for your vacation. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and specialty lodging powered by Vrbo by visiting the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have good ratings in Nagano?

You will find 69 hotels in Nagano to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Hotel Metropolitan Nagano has a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10, and features 3 restaurants and a bar/lounge. Another top-rated hotel is Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa, where you can enjoy hot/mineral springs and a full-service spa. Hotel Kokusai 21 Nagano has a rating of 8.8 and this hotel has 4 restaurants and a cafe.

What area should I consider for my trip to Nagano?

Nagano has a variety of interesting neighborhoods that appeal to travelers and locals alike.

Matsushiro preserves Japan's feudal past through authentic samurai residences and castle ruins along narrow stone pathways. Museums in Edo-period buildings display armor and scrolls, while traditional gardens with pruned pines offer a genuine window into historical Japanese life. One of the popular places to stay in the area is Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa.

Minami-Nagano centers around a busy train station that connects travelers to Nagano Prefecture's attractions while offering an authentic look at Japanese suburban life through local temples like Saiko-ji, family-run ramen shops, and tree-lined residential streets. Top hotels in the neighborhood include Hotel Metropolitan Nagano and Hotel Kokusai 21 Nagano.

What's a good time of year to visit Nagano?

To experience Nagano during great weather, visit in October when temperatures are crisp and alpine areas display vibrant autumn foliage. For off-peak prices and fewer crowds, consider late spring when temperatures are mild, the landscape is lush, and hotel rates are significantly lower outside Golden Week.

Which hotels in Nagano are near Zenko-ji Temple?

This 1,400-year-old temple invites you to navigate a pitch-black corridor beneath the main hall, where touching the hidden "key to paradise" offers a profound spiritual moment. One popular hotel is Hotel Metropolitan Nagano which is a short drive away.

Which hotels in Nagano are located closest to Nagano City Museum?

This museum sits on the actual Kawanakajima battlefield where samurai legends Takeda and Uesugi clashed. Explore battle dioramas and catch a planetarium show afterward. Popular hotels include Hotel Metropolitan Nagano which is a short drive away.

Which hotels in Nagano are near Chausuyama Zoo?

Chausuyama Zoo sits on a hillside where you can observe one of Japan's largest red panda populations in naturalistic habitats while taking in sweeping views of the Zenkoji Plain. Hotel Metropolitan Nagano is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar