Japan Ski Resort Accommodation Guide

Ski Japan

Accommodation Guide

Accommodation in Japan Ski Resorts varies from fairly basic with small rooms and the bare necessities, eg small wardrobes (if any), small beds and small bathrooms, to the latest new Western style accommodation, with all the mod cons & modern decor. We have listed below some examples of the many different types of accommodation available.

Self Contained Accommodation

There is a large selection of self contained accommodation available. This includes basic cottages right through to luxury Western style apartments.

Self contained apartments and cottages are perfect for families or groups of friends. All have their own private bathrooms and fully equipped kitchens.

Typical Self Contained Standard Grade style Accommodation (click to enlarge)

Typical Self Contained Premium Western Style Accommodation (click to enlarge)

Chalets/Private Homes

Chalets are usually private stand alone homes, sometimes with a car park. They are large, comfortable chalets designed for the discerning holiday traveller. Generally they will have 2-4 bedrooms & 2-4 bathrooms.

Chalets (click to enlarge)

Hotels

Some Hotels have ski in / ski out accommodation, or are located a short walk to lifts. There are hotels of varying standards to suit all budgets. Many have a huge range of facilities and amenitieis, such as souvenir shops, restaurants and karaoke bars, onsens, or are close to other restaurants & bars.

Sample Hotel Accommodation (click to enlarge)
	Japanese Style	Western Style

Pensiones

The Pensione style of accommodation is the most prevalent in Japan and offers a truly Japanese experience. Pensiones are like a B+B, backpackers hostel and old country style hotel all rolled into 1, usually run by local families. The service and food is always good. En-suite bathrooms are rare, as are rooms with double beds. It is highly recommended to book this style of room early to get the one that will best suit you.

Sample Pensione Accommodation (click to enlarge)

Lodges

Lodges are a larger version of a pensione, but usually have en suite bathrooms. They usually offer more amenities, like games rooms, large Japanese style onsen baths, a common lounge and bar area, small restaurant or common kitchen where you can cook your own meals. Lodges are also usually located closer to the lifts.