Niseko

Travel Guide
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Four ski resorts, one dramatic mountain and lots of fun await powder hounds who travel to this top Japanese skiing destination.

Strap on your skis for hours of snow-based fun and lots of fresh mountain air at Niseko. This popular winter destination features four fabulous resorts that are situated at the base of a mountain and meet at its summit. Away from the slopes, venture into the surrounding forests to spot the local wildlife then head to a bar to socialize with a cosmopolitan crowd.

One of the most challenging aspects of a trip to Niseko is knowing where to begin. However, the resort that takes its name from the area is a good bet. Head to Niseko Village, a vast winter playground in the shadow of the breathtaking Mount Niseko Annupuri. There are groomed runs for all abilities and lots of off-piste action in the surrounding wilderness. When you’ve put your ski boots away for the day, soothe your muscles in a hot spring.

The village is one of four resorts situated at the base of the mountain that all meet at its summit. A few minutes to the west of Niseko Village is Annupurri. Spend a morning on the slopes, then go horseback riding or snowshoe trekking through the woods. Spot indigenous wildlife, including Hokkaido foxes.

If you are into snowboarding and freestyle skiing, visit the expansive terrain park at Hanazono. Other activities at this resort include snowmobile tours, sledging, snow tubing and backcountry hiking.

On the east face of the mountain is Grand Hirafu, the largest of the four resorts. There are runs for all abilities and a snow park for children. Night skiing is very popular here. Make sure you leave a little bit of energy to participate in the après-ski in the bars and restaurants.

Niseko is on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido. Fly into New Chitose Airport, which is about a 2-hour drive away. If you don’t want to drive, take the train or bus from the airport.

Thrill to the mountain runs, gorgeous scenery and the social scene of this prime skiing location.

Niseko Northern Resort An'nupuri
Niseko Northern Resort An'nupuri
5 out of 5
480-1, Aza-niseko, Niseko-cho, Abuta-gun, Niseko, Hokkaido
The price is P2,773 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
P2,773
P3,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Niseko. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (453 reviews)
"Older property with good sized rooms. Onsen small but not crowded, onsen also out door area. Great main dining room with good view of the skifield."

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2023

Niseko Northern Resort An'nupuri
One Niseko Resort Towers
One Niseko Resort Towers
4 out of 5
455-3 Niseko, Niseko, Hokkaido
The price is P5,032 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P5,032
P6,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Niseko. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (743 reviews)
"I really enjoyed hot spring there. It was authentic onsen in Japan. After golf, I really enjoyed bathing outside onsen."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2024

One Niseko Resort Towers
The Green Leaf Niseko Village
The Green Leaf Niseko Village
4 out of 5
Higashiyama Onsen, Niseko-cho,Abuta-gun, Niseko, Hokkaido
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Niseko. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (382 reviews)
"The room with a big window with the mountain view. Breakfast buffet was good as well"

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2024

The Green Leaf Niseko Village
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
the kamui niseko
the kamui niseko
3.5 out of 5
430-25, Niseko, Niseko, Hokkaido
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Niseko. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and slippers. Popular attractions Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and Niseko Annupuri ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay at the Kamui as a couple. We rented the one bedroom apartment condo with kitchen, the room is very spacious and we were able to relax in the living room after snowboarding. The condo is 2-3 mins drive to Annupuri and 15-20 mins to Hirafu. Will definitely come back again ..."

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2024

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Koa Niseko
Koa Niseko
3.5 out of 5
19-32, Higashiyama, Niseko, Hokkaido
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Niseko. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and Niseko ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Family snow ski trip
"The townhome was nice. Very clean and the reception desk & staff were extremely helpful & very timely when we called. Spacious home, heated floors very cozy. The shuttle service was good however being that it’s a little out of the city it would be more convenient to have a rental car. Wonderful & ..."

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2019

Koa Niseko
Chalet Banff
Chalet Banff
2.5 out of 5
27-27 Higashiyama, Niseko, Hokkaido
Book a stay at this ski chalet in Niseko. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
"Communication with Banff was very good. Room was everything I could have expected, having our own bathroom and bath was a bonus. My only qualm is that the beds were a bit old and that the couch in the room just took up a lot of space when trying to sort out our massive ski bags… overall very happy ..."

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2024

Chalet Banff
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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