A list by Ada Hansen & Lars Hansen. Updated March 2024.
We have created a list with the best ski hotels and ski chalets in Hokkaido, Japan. We have also included chalets, apartments for rent, guest houses, bed and breakfasts, holiday homes and ryokans. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Luxury Hotel.Opened October 2022. Located in Kutchan and with Hirafu Station reachable within 4.3 km, Sansui Niseko provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers a ski pass sales point and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has ski-to-door access. The area is popular for skiing, and ski equipment hire is available at the accommodation. At the hotel each room has air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Rooms include a coffee machine, while selected rooms come with a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. Guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Sansui Niseko offers a hot spring bath. Kutchan Station is 7.6 km from Sansui Niseko, while Niseko Station is 8.2 km away. The nearest airport is Okadama Airport, 99 km from the hotel. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage, availability to buy ski passes on-site, hot-spring bath and spa and wellness centre. Show full description
“ The best ski hotel in Hokkaido. We love that this hotel has ski-in / ski-out, a lovely hot-spring bath and superb ratings from guests. The hotel also has ski storage and ski passes for sale. Stay here if you can afford it.”
Chalet. Offering tastefully furnished individually decorated chalets, The Orchards is located in the tranquil area of Niseko and is surrounded by the beauty of Hokkaido. It is a 5-minute drive from Grand Hirafu Ski Resort, and guests here can enjoy outdoor activities and hot springs nearby. Free shuttle service is offered to Hirafu Village and nearby ski slopes between December and March. Guests can purchase ski passes at the property. The property is a 15-minute drive away from JR Hirafu Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Boasting full kitchen and laundry facilities, The Orchards Niseko provides rooms decorated in neutral colours. Guests can relax on the sofa and enjoy the view from the floor-to-ceiling window. It features barbeque facilities and grocery delivery service at a surcharge. Free parking is also available. The Niseko Orchards is a 14-minute drive from JR Niseko Station and a 10-minute drive away from the footsteps of Mt. Yotei. There is no restaurant on site, but dining options are available at the Grand Hirafu Ski Resort. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage and availability to buy ski passes on-site. Show full description
Apartment hotel. Open from December 2016, Aya Niseko boasts an open-air natural hot spring bath and provides direct access to Grand Hirafu Resort’s ski lifts. Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows with views of Niseko’s natural beauty. Concierge service and ski equipment rental services are also on offer. During the winter season, ski and snowboard lessons can be arranged at the property. Free WiFi and free private parking is also available on site. Facilities offered at Niseko Aya includes a sauna, private-use hot spring bath, gym and conference room. The 24-hour front desk is available to assist your needs. Decorated with modern furnishings, all rooms include a refrigerator and flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a kitchen equipped with a microwave. JR Hirafu Station is 16-minutes’ away by car. Sapporo and New Chitose Airport are around a 2-hour drive away from the property. Various shops and restaurants are located within a 10-minute walking distance. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage, hot-spring bath, open-air bath and a sauna. Show full description
Apartment hotel. Located in Furano, Fenix Furano provides 4-star accommodation with private balconies. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a ski equipment rental service, ski-to-door access and a ski pass sales point are also available on-site. The aparthotel features family rooms. The units at the aparthotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, slippers and a hair dryer. All units come with a coffee machine, while selected rooms are fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. At the aparthotel, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers continental, American or Asian options. Guests at the aparthotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Furano, like hiking. Furano Station is 3 km from Fenix Furano, while Windy Garden is 4 km away. The nearest airport is Asahikawa, 42 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage and availability to buy ski passes on-site. Show full description
Hotel.Opened January 2023. Situated in Furano, 2.5 km from Furano Station, AIR FURANO features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, and bike hire is available at the hotel. The hotel has a hot tub and room service. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, a hairdryer and a desk. The units have a private bathroom, slippers and bed linen. Windy Garden is 3.4 km from AIR FURANO, while Furano City Office is 1.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Asahikawa Airport, 42 km from the accommodation. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage and availability to buy ski passes on-site. Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Set in Niseko, Skye Niseko features ski-to-door access. Niseko Mt. Skiing and cycling are among the activities that guests of Skye Niseko can find nearby. Ski and snowboard storage facilities are available. Resort Grand Hirafu is just a 2-minute walk away. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. The property offers a free shuttle service into the village. Featuring wooden furnishing, all rooms come with a Smart TV and a kitchen. The en suite bathroom is equipped with a bath or shower. The units will provide guests with a microwave. Some rooms boast views of Mt. Yotei. The accommodation offers a hot spring bath, spa and fitness centre. A buffet breakfast is available daily at Skye Niseko. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site Japanese izakaya-style restaurant and unwind at the cafe and bar. A complimentary cocktail is offered for guests at night during summer. Hirafu Gondola is 600 metres from the hotel, while Grand Hirafu King Pair Lift 1 is 600 metres away. The nearest airport is New Chitose, 81 km from Skye Niseko. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage, hot-spring bath, a sauna and spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Ryokan. Surrounded by lush nature, luxury Japanese-style hotel Niseko Kombu Onsen Tsuruga Mokunosho features a hot spring bath and rooms with mountain views and free Wi-Fi, some with a private open-air bath. It’s a 10-minute drive from Niseko Annupuri Ski Resort. From Tsuruga Monkunosho takes a 16-minute drive from the Niseko Village Skiing Resort, and a 20-minute drive from the Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum. Niseko Train Station is a 15-minute drive. Newly open from July 2013, guests can unwind in the sauna, take a stroll in the garden or go hiking in the beautiful surroundings. Facilities include a shop, a library and drinks vending machines. All rooms feature a sofa, a flat-screen TV and beds. Yukata robes, a fridge and a safe are provided. Selected rooms have a seating area with a tatami (woven-straw) flooring and a private open-air hot spring bath. A Japanese breakfast is served at the on-site restaurant, which offers a traditional multi-course kaiseki dinner featuring local specialities. In the evening, drinks can be enjoyed at the bar. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage, hot-spring bath, open-air bath, a sauna and spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Apartment hotel. Across the street from the Kitanomine Gondola Terminal, Fresh Powder Apartments include a full kitchen, spacious bathroom and flat-screen TV with Playstation 3. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are provided. Furano Ski Resort is right next to the apartments. A ski rack and drying room are available, and ski storage is provided. The spacious apartments at Fresh Powder offer a dining table and a living area with sofa. Each has laundry and ironing facilities. Furano Train Station is 3 km away. A 20-minute drive brings guests to Furano Wine Factory, and Furano Cheese Factory is 5 km away. All apartments are completely non-smoking. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage and availability to buy ski passes on-site. Show full description
Hotel. Set in Niseko and with Hirafu Station reachable within 7.9 km, Hinode Hills Niseko Village - Small Luxury Hotels of The World offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and ski-to-door access. 5.8 km from Niseko Station and 15 km from Kutchan Station, the property provides a ski pass sales point and ski storage space. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, in addition, ski equipment hire and bike hire are available at this hotel. The hotel features a hot spring bath and luggage storage space. Selected rooms will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. The hotel offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Speaking English, Japanese and Chinese, staff are ready to help around the clock at the reception. Shinsen Marsh is 23 km from Hinode Hills Niseko Village - Small Luxury Hotels of The World. The nearest airport is Okadama, 106 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage, availability to buy ski passes on-site and hot-spring bath. Show full description
Holiday Home. Located in the centre of Niseko Village, Kasara Townhouse features a modern interior with a fully-equipped kitchen and mountain views through floor-to-ceiling windows. An on-call driver, and hot-spring bath. A ski/snowboard-boot rental fitting is offered at Townhouse Kasara free of charge. Kasara Niseko Village Townhouse - Small Luxury Hotels of The World stands at the base of Mount Niseko Annupuri, 13 minutes from the Niseko Annupuri Kokusai Ski Area. Personal concierge is available to book activities and restaurants. Guests can use some facilities at the adjacent The Green Leaf Niseko Village and Hilton Niseko Village, free of extra charge. The salon at the spacious Kasara Townhouse is tastefully decorated, and equipped with a flat-screen TV. There is a Japanese-style dining room with a tatami (woven-straw) floor, low furniture and seating cushions. Amenities include bathrobes and brand toiletries, and free Wi-Fi is available. The Niseko Village Golf Course is within a 10-minute drive. Complimentary driver-on-call service is offered between the Niseko Village resorts. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage, availability to buy ski passes on-site, hot-spring bath and open-air bath. Show full description
Bed and Breakfast. The completely non-smoking Milky House is just 200 metres from Niseko Annupuri Ski Resort, where there is a direct bus stop from Chitose Airport. It serves breakfast & dinner and features karaoke, massage services and tennis courts. In winter, ski classes and a ski guide can be arranged upon advance request. Rooms have free Wi-Fi and a 32-inch LCD TV. Country Inn Milky House has simply furnished, heated rooms with a homely decor. An electric kettle can be requested, and a fridge and a toothbrush are provided. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. When it is not so busy, pick-up is available from Bus station, 1min drive away. Niseko Takahashi Farm is about 5 km away. Parking is free. In the summer, you can enjoy the terrace, have a barbecue or ride around on the free-use bicycles. A launderette is on site. A morning farm tour and evening hot-spring experience are available seasonally. A Western-style breakfast set with homemade jam is served at the dining room. A dinner set is available for a fee, with different dishes and cuisines offered daily. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage and availability to buy ski passes on-site. Show full description
Hotel. Located in Rusutsu, The Vale Rusutsu features a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property. 32 km from Lake Toya and 27 km from Hirafu Station, the property offers ski-to-door access and ski storage space. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Rusutsu, like hiking, skiing and cycling. The hotel has a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a dishwasher, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. The Vale Rusutsu provides certain rooms that include a balcony, and each room comes with a kettle. At the accommodation each room has bed linen and towels. The Vale Rusutsu offers an American or Asian breakfast. Niseko Station is 24 km from The Vale Rusutsu. The nearest airport is Okadama, 80 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage, hot-spring bath, a sauna, a swimming pool and spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Hotel. Located in Niseko United Ski Area at the base of Mount Annupuri, The Green Leaf, Niseko Village offers ski-to-door access and natural hot-spring baths. The stylish rooms have nature views, free WiFi and a sofa. Rooms at The Green Leaf Niseko Village feature beautiful views of the surrounding wilderness. All are equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar. Guests can relax with various massages at Green Leaf Spa, or soak in the hot baths. Winter activities include snowmobiles, reindeer sledding and guided snowshoe tours. Goshiki Restaurant boasts beautiful mountain views and serves international and Japanese fusion dishes. The hotel is a 5-minute drive from JR Niseko Train Station. In winter, a free shuttle bus runs between Kutchan Station and the hotel. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage, hot-spring bath, a swimming pool and spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Resort. Ki Niseko is ideally located less than 100metres from the high-speed gondola at Niseko Mt Resort Grand Hirafu. It boasts perfect ski-inski-out access and ski storage, as well as indoor/outdoor hot spring baths. At Ki Niseko you will find a 24-hour front desk, a hot spring bath, spa and ski/bike storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including skiing, golfing and hiking. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Offering a great mountain or nature view, each room comes with a flat-screen TV, speakers, DVD player and air conditioning. The en suite bathroom is fitted with a bath tub and a hairdryer. Other facilities include a concierge desk, and a lobby bar and lounge where live music events are held. The property is a 15-minute drive from JR Kutchan Station. Shin Chitose Airport is a 3-hour bus ride away. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage, availability to buy ski passes on-site, hot-spring bath, open-air bath, a sauna and spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Hotel. Boasting ski-to-door access, The Maples Niseko is set in Niseko, a minute's walk from Niseko Grand Hirafu. All rooms feature a dining area and a kitchen with a dishwasher. Ski equipment storage, 24-hour front desk service and an on-site concierge are available for guests to use at their leisure. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries. The hotel features a cafe and a restaurant. Hirafu Gondola is 7 minutes on foot from the property. New Chitose Airport is 81 km away. Currently there is no front desk or concierge during summer. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage and spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Located in Rusutsu, 600 metres from West Gondola, The Westin Rusutsu Resort features rooms with air conditioning. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as West 1st Quad and West 2nd Quad. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, in addition, ski equipment hire and bike hire are available at this hotel. Rusutsu Ski Resort is a 10-minute walk from The Westin Rusutsu Resort. Guests can dine in the on-site restaurant or relax in the bar. At the hotel, rooms come with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The shared bathroom is equipped with a bath and free toiletries. All guest rooms include a seating area. A buffet breakfast is served each morning at the property. The property has a sauna, a fitness centre and an indoor pool. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide tips on the area. The nearest airport is New Chitose, 87 km from the accommodation. Paid airport shuttle service is available from the airport. Free shuttle service from central Sapporo is available for guest's convenience. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage, availability to buy ski passes on-site, open-air bath, a sauna and a swimming pool. Show full description
Guest House. The Moiwa Lodge offers access to fresh ski tracks, away from the crowds. Located on the slopes of Niseko Moiwa, the property provides a free shuttle to the Niseko Annpuri ski lifts under a 5-minute drive away. Facilities include a bar and billiard table, while skiing lessons and free WiFi are available. The all-wooden Lodge Moiwa offers a warm atmosphere, with 4 shared lounges where guests can relax. It has a 24-hour reception and offers ticketing services and the best local guides among the staff. The lodge also houses a games room, drinks vending machines and free parking. Lodging ranges from bunk beds in a shared dormitory room to private rooms and freestanding cottages. All are beautiful retreats entirely made of wood, and feature heating and a flat-screen TV at the least. Moiwa Lodge is 900 metres from Niseko Annupuri Onsen Yugokorotei hot spring. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage and availability to buy ski passes on-site. Show full description
Apartment hotel. Located just a 7-minute walk from the nearest ski lift, Akazora offers spacious apartment-type accommodation with varying decor and free WiFi throughout. Guests can savour a relaxing massage at an additional charge. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out the nearby ski resorts or make a 1-hour drive to the footsteps of Mt. Individually decorated apartment features modern interior and is equipped with a microwave, a refrigerator and an electric kettle. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and towels. Extras include a washing machine and bed linens. Guests can make use of bicycle and car rental services available at nearby vendors. The property offers free parking. There is no restaurant on site but there are many dining options within a walking distance. Yotei. New Chitose Airport is located a 135-minute drive from the property. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage and availability to buy ski passes on-site. Show full description
Hotel. Located in Furano, 2.8 km from Furano Station, CHALET BURLAP FURANUI provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and ski-to-door access. This 3-star hotel offers a ski pass sales point and free shuttle service. Guests at CHALET BURLAP FURANUI will be able to enjoy activities in and around Furano, like skiing. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking hotel features a sauna. At the hotel, all rooms have a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at CHALET BURLAP FURANUI have a TV and air conditioning, and some rooms here will provide you with a terrace. At the accommodation every room comes with bed linen and towels. Guests at CHALET BURLAP FURANUI can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The hotel offers a hot spring bath. Windy Garden is 3.8 km from the accommodation, while Furano City Office is 2 km away. The nearest airport is Asahikawa Airport, 42 km from CHALET BURLAP FURANUI. Facilities at this hotel include ski-in / ski-out, ski storage, availability to buy ski passes on-site, hot-spring bath and a sauna. Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Set in Jozankei, 27 km from Sapporo Station, Chalet Ivy Jozankei offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. Guests at Chalet Ivy Jozankei will be able to enjoy activities in and around Jozankei, like skiing. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking hotel has a hot spring bath. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, all guest rooms at Chalet Ivy Jozankei have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms also feature a terrace. At the accommodation the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Non-stop assistance is available at the reception, where staff speak English, Japanese, Thai and Chinese. Shin-Sapporo Station is 33 km from the hotel, while Otaru Station is 44 km from the property. The nearest airport is Okadama Airport, 35 km from Chalet Ivy Jozankei. Facilities at this hotel include hot-spring bath, open-air bath, a sauna and spa and wellness centre. Show full description
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