Situated in the Okushiga area of Shiga Kogen Highlands and more expansive Joshinetsu Kogen National Park, Hotel Grand Phenix is the premier accommodation in the area and perfectly setup for a long-stay ‘workcation’. Made popular over the past year for obvious reasons, ‘workcations’ have quickly gained popularity around the world as a way to continue working by doing so remotely, while enjoying the relaxation and revitalisation of a change of scene.
As Japan’s fourth largest national park, Joshinetsu Kogen is a vast landscape of alpine valleys, mixed forests, ponds, lake and marshes and multiple mountain peaks including two volcanos. A fertile and lush environment, the park is home to numerous species of birds, mammals, reptiles and insects along with countless plants including lots of alpine flowers that bloom in summer. Ascending at its highest point to over 2500 metres above sea level, the region is blessed with a refreshingly cool summer climate - with an average maximum temperature of only 21°C in August! - and beautiful waterways making it an idyllic location for a long-stay workcation.
Located deep in the park but only 4-hours from Tokyo, Hotel Grand Phenix takes inspiration from European mountain hotels in its design and overall character. Rooms are spacious and fitted with Western amenities including Western-bedding, large private bathrooms, balconies and space to work in.
Offering big discounts on stays of two nights or more, the hotel is well-suited to working remotely while enjoying the beauty of the surrounding landscape and the many activities on offer.
Multiple restaurants serve Japanese, Chinese and Western cuisine while hotel offers full-concierge services including a free shuttle service to and from Nagano Station through green season while Grand Phenix's 'Oku-Work' promotion offers discounts for long-stay guests including a range of activity options including yoga and meal courses.
Activities including yoga and guided forest walks offer the perfect balance to a busy work schedule, while the expanse of the surrounding landscape offers escape on endless canyoning, hiking trails, running or cycling around the highlands and for the more adventurous, night SUP (stand-up paddling).
Rounding things-out, the hotel’s indoor pool, saunas and outdoor mineral baths allow guests to unwind and revitalise each day. Located at 1500 metres above sea level, the maximum average temperature in August is a mere 21 °C! So why slave-away at work in the city, when Grand Phenix has everything you need to work away from home while enjoying one of Japan's most beautiful national parks in the comfort of its finest hotel.
Only 4-hours from Central Tokyo, Hotel Grand Phenix operates a free shuttle service from Nagano Station through the green season, putting it within easy reach of Tokyo via the Hokuriku Shinkansen line this summer!
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