Top Ski Hotels in Japan

Located in Kutchan, 2.5 miles from Hirafu Station, Chatrium Niseko Japan has accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking and a restaurant. The property is around 2.6 miles from Hirafu Golf Center, 3.9 miles from Lerch Memorial Park and 4.2 miles from Lake Hangetsu Nature Park. The hotel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. All rooms at the hotel have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms include a coffee machine, while selected rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature city views. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, and bike rental is available at Chatrium Niseko Japan. Okadama Airport is 61 miles from the property.

- "Exceptional" - "Family of 4 stay" - "Very Welcoming." - "Our stay was so good we looked at other Chatrium locations for future holidays." - "A relaxing retreat with incredible staff." - "Clean and comfy stay" - "comfort hotel for family vacation" - "Beautiful accommodation in a fantastic location" - "A fabulous stay, we’ll definitely be back" - "We will come again next year." - "Perfect stay in the heart of Niseko."

Located in Niseko United Ski Area at the base of Mount Annupuri, The Green Leaf Niseko Village, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 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, mini-bar. 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 features 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.

- "Winter Wonderland!" - "A very nice hotel (by Japanese standards) in a stunning location" - "The stay is alright, nothing to write home about but neither was it disappointing."

Featuring free Wi-Fi and convenient access to the nearest ski elevators, Snow Crystal offers modern apartment accommodations in the center of Niseko Mt Resort Grand Hirafu. All apartments are self-contained and fitted with a fully-equipped kitchen, dining and lounge area and private bedrooms. Ski storage is also provided. Featuring wooden flooring through living areas, carpet in bedrooms and central heating throughout, each apartment presents modern facilities such as an LCD TV with English satellite channels, a DVD player and MP3 speakers. The kitchen is equipped with a large fridge, a microwave and a stove top and an oven. A bath tub and free toiletries are in all apartments Snow Crystal provides convenient amenities and access to services such as ski rentals, ski lessons and luggage storage. Ski elevator passes can also be pre-purchased. The property is about a 15-minute drive from JR Kutchan Station, about 69 mi from New Chitose International Airport, and a shuttle service to/from Hirafu Welcome Center is available. No meals are served at the property, but guests can prepare their own meals using modern kitchen facilities, or choose from a wide variety of international restaurants nearby.

- "Unforgettable" - "Great location!"

Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza offers a luxurious Japanese hot-spring experience on the shores of Lake Akan. The spacious rooms include a private open-air bath, a living area with sofa, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. Rooms at Akan Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza mix traditional design with modern facilities, featuring tatami (woven-straw) flooring and shoji paper screens but also a DVD player and full Western bathroom. Akandake-jinja Shrine is just 492 feet from the hotel, and Ainu Kotan Folk Village is 2461 feet away. Kushiro Airport is an 80-minute bus ride from the property. Guests remove their shoes at the entrance, and use a kimono and Japanese socks within the hotel. The hotel has a quiet “listening room” for musical enjoyment and a relaxed library. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. A Japanese breakfast and multi-course kaiseki dinner are served at the restaurant. The Bar pours drinks at a long counter made from a single tree.

- "A fantastic place to stay." - "AMAZING Hokkaido Gem 🌸" - "Good restful stay" - "Very nice stay which will be impressive if not so overpriced."

Located in Niseko, within 14 mi of Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area and 9.9 mi of Niseko Annupuri Hot Spring, Zaborin provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The accommodations features a 24-hour front desk and valet parking for guests. At the ryokan, the rooms come with a balcony. Every room comes with a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A Japanese breakfast and a traditional kaiseki multi-course dinner are available daily at Zaborin. Niseko Goshiki Onsen is 7.5 mi from the accommodations. The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport, 72 mi from Zaborin.

- "Loved everything about Zaborin and I will come again!" - "Overall, very happy with my stay and the perfect place to celebrate our honeymoon!" - "Perfect n wholesome place to rejuvenate my body ,mind and spirits ." - "Excellent accomodation, view, staff and food. Worth your money."

Located within a private forest and boasting outdoor hot springs and award-winning cuisine, Sierra Resort Hakuba is a 10-minute drive from JR Hakuba Train Station. The spacious rooms offer beautiful views of the surrounding nature, while Free WiFi is available in public areas and in the guest room. The nonsmoking rooms at Sierra Resort Hotel Hakuba feature warm wooden furniture and thick carpets. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker and an private bathroom with a bathtub. In-room massage services are available upon request. The hotel is a 5-minute ride from the Tsugaike and Iwatake ski resorts and a 10-minutes ride from the Happo-One Ski Resorts . A shuttle transports guests to several ski resorts in the Hakuba Valley at an additional charge. In addition, public shuttle buses connect this hotel and several major ski resorts in the area. On-site parking is available for free. Ski hire is available on site during the winter season, while activities such as canoeing, rafting, mountain biking and various outdoor sports are available during the summer. The hotel’s restaurant offers seasonal specialties in an elegant atmosphere. Prizewinning chef ‘Pierre’ Kanazawa blends local organic ingredients with European techniques.

- "Blew away my expectations. Beautiful, well designed, with all the amenities one could need." - "Great place to relax in nature" - "Warm and cozy hotel" - "It’s a really nice place to stay and we’d stay there again, but will definitely hire a car next time." - "Beautiful location; good food but very much geared up to family holidays"

Just a 10-minute walk from Happo One Ski Resort and 0.7 miles from Hakuba Happo Bus Terminal, The Ridge Hakuba Hotel & Apartments features accommodations in Hakuba, with a bar. This condo hotel features free private parking and an elevator. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and a concierge service for guests. At the condo hotel, all units are fitted with a wardrobe. Each room has a kettle, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box, and free Wifi, while some rooms include a balcony. At the condo hotel, each unit has a private bathroom and bed linen. Guests at the condo hotel can enjoy skiing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area is 5.3 miles from The Ridge Hakuba Hotel & Apartments, while Nagano Station is 29 miles from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 42 miles away.

- "Excellent hotel, friendly and helpful staff easy access to rental shop that allowed me to try new equipment daily with n" - "It’s adequate. Frankly not in a hurry to return"

Located within a 10-minute walking distance from the Zao Sky Cable aerial elevator, Miyamaso Takamiya features 9 natural hot spring baths for guests to enjoy. The wooden structure of the property portrays a traditional Japanese-style accommodations. Free Wi-Fi is available at the lobby. Rooms at Takamiya Miyamaso feature tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. Yukata robes, free toiletries and an electric kettle are available for guests in all rooms. Free luggage storage is available to guests. A souvenir shop can be found on site. A Japanese-style set breakfast and dinner are both available at the dining room. The Onsen Station on the Zao Chuo Ropeway is located within a 6-minute walking distance from the property. Nishi Zao Kogen is a 25-minute drive away. Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort can be accessed by ski elevators and aerial elevators that are located within a 5- to 10-minute walking distance from the property.

- "Excellent ryokan in Zoa Onsen." - "A wonderful experience" - "Japanese tradition at its best."

Offering inner courtyard views, Satoyama Jujo The House in Minami Uonuma provides accommodations and a garden. This ryokan offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony. There's a terrace and guests can make use of free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. The units provide views of the garden and come with a washing machine, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, and a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. A fridge, a minibar, and kitchenware are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the ryokan, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests can take advantage of yoga classes held on site. The area is popular for skiing, and car rental is available at this 5-star ryokan. Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort is 7.3 miles from the ryokan, while Naeba Ski Resort is 22 miles away. Niigata Airport is 79 miles from the property.

- "The Perfect Traditional Japanese Kominka Experience"" - "A healing stay in a sacred and serene atmosphere" - "I’ll definitely be back☺︎" - "Special hotel with great food and beautiful starry sky" - "Cozy place to stay away from crowd." - "Relax and soak in the amazing hot springs at this luxurious ryokan." - "Fantastic" - "Snowy but warm"

MUSE Niseko enjoys a location in Kutchan, 2.5 miles from Hirafu Station and 2.5 miles from Hirafu Golf Center. The 4-star apartment has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free Wifi. Rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. At the apartment complex, units are fitted with a balcony. All rooms include a coffee machine, while some rooms will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a fridge. At the apartment complex, all units include bed linen and towels. A ski pass sales point and ski storage space are featured at the apartment, and guests can go skiing in the surrounding area. Lerch Memorial Park is 3.8 miles from MUSE Niseko, while Lake Hangetsu Nature Park is 4.2 miles from the property. Okadama Airport is 61 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "A very comfortable stay!" - "Fabulous" - "It was a like a dream to be in a beautiful apartment with a spectacular view" - "Great" - "Brilliant short stay option"

Located in Niseko and with Hirafu Station reachable within 4.9 miles, Hinode Hills Niseko Village provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and ski-to-door access. 3.7 miles from Niseko Station and 6.7 miles from Lake Hangetsu Nature Park, the property has a ski pass sales point and ski storage space. 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. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, in addition, ski equipment rental and bike rental are available at this hotel. Speaking English, Japanese and Chinese at the reception, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Hirafu Golf Center is 7.2 miles from Hinode Hills Niseko Village, while Lerch Memorial Park is 8.7 miles from the property. Okadama Airport is 66 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "A wonderful place to stay." - "Terrific stay, highly recommended" - "Best small luxury hotel!" - "Lovely and large room with everything you need but a bit far from restaurants." - "We will be back" - "Nice sized rooms, very clean, and amazing staff." - "Great establishment but lacking a private shuttle service - will not come back for this reason."

Located in Karuizawa, 12 miles from Honmachi Machiyakan, SHISHI-IWA HOUSE Karuizawa has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel provides a hot tub and a shared kitchen. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a closet. Spa and wellness facilities are at guests' disposal during their stay at SHISHI-IWA HOUSE Karuizawa, including a hot spring bath and on-request massage treatments. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Karuizawa, like skiing and cycling. Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park is 14 miles from SHISHI-IWA HOUSE Karuizawa, while Karuizawa Station is 4.1 miles from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 52 miles away.

- "Fabulous experience. One of our best experience." - "Cozy and comfortable winter stay" - "Loved my stay" - "Quiet Luxury in Nature . Excellent Service from A Professional Team" - "Human, Environment, Nature as ONE 🌲" - "Extraordinary environment and staff and food and everything" - "Beautiful buildings. Very zen!" - "A truly unique, beautiful hotel with exceptional service" - "So lovely can’t wait to go back."

Located within 16 miles of Hori Naoyori Statue and 17 miles of Yamamoto Memorial Park, SNOW PEAK FIELD SUITE SPA HEADQUARTERS has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Morimachi. The property is around 17 miles from Saifuku-ji Temple, 17 miles from Nagaoka Station and 17 miles from Honzen-ji Temple. There's a restaurant serving French cuisine, and free private parking is available. Rooms have an electric tea pot and a shared bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, while certain rooms come with a kitchen equipped with a fridge. The rooms have a safety deposit box. An Asian breakfast is available at the hotel. SNOW PEAK FIELD SUITE SPA HEADQUARTERS offers a range of wellness facilities including a sauna and a hot spring bath. Staff at the accommodation are always available to provide advice at the reception. Yukyuzan Park is 18 miles from SNOW PEAK FIELD SUITE SPA HEADQUARTERS, while Yukyuzanko Zoo is 18 miles from the property. Niigata Airport is 35 miles away.

- "Great and relaxing stay at Snowpeak, the most luxurious camping I have done." - "Great experience" - "An unforgettable stay in Snow Peak Way" - "new outdoorsy hotel" - "A terrific stay (albeit expensive)" - "Really enjoyed this stay." - "A relaxing stay. Love the architecture and design"

Located in the center 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. Personal concierge is available to book activities and restaurants. A ski/snowboard-boot rental fitting is offered at Townhouse Kasara free of charge. 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. Kasara Niseko Village Townhouse stands at the base of Mount Niseko Annupuri, 13 minutes from the Niseko Annupuri Kokusai Ski Area. The Niseko Village Golf Course is within a 10-minute drive. Complimentary driver-on-call service is offered between the Niseko Village resorts.

- "10 out of 10 for everything! Amazing staff and concierge!" - "Wonderful home away from home after a full day of skiing" - "Perfect get away." - "excellent location expecially with private onsen" - "Good value since we are a group of 3 families." - "Love Japan, Hokkaido and will always return to Niseko/ Hirafu but will try other property next trip."

Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain is located in the heart of the Japanese Alps in Madarao in the Nagano Region, just a 100-minute train ride from Tokyo. Free WiFi access is available throughout the entire property. The ski slope is only a flat 328 foot stroll from the property. The property features a lounge with a fireplace and comfortable couches, in addition to a Japanese-style bath and a games room. Some units have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. A restaurant/bar is located nearby. A free breakfast and complimentary welcome drink is offered to all staying guests. The property staff also runs mountain tours and introduces key ski and board locations in the area. There are 6 ski resorts within a 30-minute drive from the accommodations and guided tours are offered to explore the area such as the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park. Activities in the area include Japanese soba noodle making classes, sake brewery tours and show shoeing. Other snow activities are offered on site. Guests can enjoy Japanese paper making at Kamisukiya in Kijimadaira as well as meditation with Buddhist monks at Jofukuji Temple in Iiyama.