The mountain town of Niseko is one of the world’s most famous ski resorts.
Its four renowned resorts including Hirafu, Niseko Village, Hanazono, and Annupuri have powder snow, mountain scenery, and a lively off-piste scene.
Knowing the best areas and hotels for visitors to this resort is essential for having a great time in this beautiful part of Hokkaido.
In this article, I share where you should stay in Niseko, with 5 beautiful properties with great amenities.
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Where you should stay in Niseko: best areas & hotels for visitors
Niseko is a world-class ski resort and accommodation throughout this mountain town is generally of a high standard.
Having accommodation that is close to amenities is essential especially as it is possible to get snowed in.
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The best areas for Niseko skiing are in and around Hirafu, where there are nearby restaurants and shops.
Here are my favorite Niseko chalets and vacation rentals.
1. Miru Nozomi Views
| Location | 044-0081 Hokkaido, Niseko, Yamada 191-36, Japan |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Self-catering accommodation |
| Book today | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Nearest airport | Okadama Airport (39 miles) |
| Nearest ski lift | Ace Family Pair (200 yards) |
Miru Nozomi Views is one of Niseko’s premier serviced apartment buildings.
It is conveniently located on Hirafu’s main street, a short distance from ski lifts to the slopes. The building consists of a variety of serviced apartments, perfect for a luxury solo trip or group stay.
Miro Nozomi Views has a penthouse, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments, and studio rooms. All the accommodation boasts a view of Mount Yotei and the beautiful snow-laden forests.
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Up to 4 people can stay in the two-bedroom apartments which are fully equipped, including kitchens and ensuite bathrooms.
The apartments feature high-end interior design with tasteful furnishings and linens.
Other amenities at Miru Nozomi View include:
- A gourmet wood-fired grill restaurant, Black Wood Grill.
- A hot tub
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ski storage space
2. Andaru Collection Niseko
| Location | 44-0078 Hokkaido, Niseko, Aza Kabayama 217-8, Japan |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Villa |
| Book today | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Nearest airport | Okadama Airport (63 miles) |
| Nearest ski lift | Ace Family Quad (4.1 kilometers) |
This is an exquisite collection of six luxury villas, beautifully set on 2 acres of the Niseko Village Ski Area. The site is 2.3 miles from Hirafu Station.
Each villa offers fully equipped self-catering accommodation, perfect for enjoying the outstanding natural beauty of Niseko at any time of year.
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Each villa has:
- 1 bedroom
- 1 bathroom with shower and bidet
- A kitchenette with a coffee machine
- A living room with a flat-screen TV
The villas also share a garden, lounge, ski storage, and a terrace for BBQs.
There is also a restaurant (ULTIMO restaurant) on-site for breakfast and Italian cuisine.
There are also multilingual staff who are on hand to deal with any issues and sell you ski passes during your stay.
3. Hinzan 401A 2 Bdrm Penthouse
| Location | 044-0081 Hokkaido, Niseko, 167-34 Yamada, Japan |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Self-catering apartment |
| Book today | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Nearest airport | Okadama Airport (39 miles) |
| Nearest ski lift | Ace Family Pair (350 yards) |
Hinzan 401A 2Bdrm Penthouse is a luxury self-catering 2-bedroom apartment that is in the heart of Niseko’s skiing, 2.5 miles from Hirafu Station.
This accommodation is managed by a professional team that is experienced in serving an international clientele.
- Hinzan 401A Penthouse has the following features and amenities:
- 2 bedrooms
- 1 bathroom
- Balcony
- A fully-equipped kitchen
- Washing machine and tumble dryer
- BBQ
- Ski storage space
- Wi-Fi
- A car rental service
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In addition, Hinzan 401A 2Bdrm Penthouse has access to a downstairs restaurant for meals.
Previous guests appreciated the cleanliness of the apartment and the thoughtful provision of milk, eggs, bread, and butter at check-in.
4. Sekka Ni Chalet
| Location | 044-0034 Hokkaido, Niseko, 163-82 Aza Yamada, Japan |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Self-catering apartment |
| Book today | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Nearest airport | Okadama Airport (39 miles) |
| Nearest ski lift | Ace Family Pair (550 yards) |
Sekka Ni Chalet is a purpose-built apartment building that provides ski chalet accommodation in the heart of Hirafu.
These light and airy apartments are tastefully fitted and decorated with natural wood, teak tones, and high exposed-beam ceilings.
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Features of these vacation apartments include:
- Free WiFi
- Private parking
- 1 or 2 bedrooms with ensuite bathroom
- Fully equipped kitchen with
- Coffee machine and a kettle.
- Ski and cycle storage
The central Hirafu location caters to keen skiers and cyclists who can refuel with delicious cuisine in the town like Niseko.There are several nearby onsens including the Hotel Alpen Onsen and Hotel Hirafutei Onsen.
5. Aya Niseko
| Location | 044-0081 Hokkaido, Niseko, Kutchan-cho Niseko Hirafu 1 Jyo 4-4-5, Japan |
| Star rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Property type | Self-catering apartment |
| Book today | booking.com |
| Are children welcome? | Yes |
| Are pets welcome? | No |
| Nearest airport | Okadama Airport (39 miles) |
| Nearest ski lift | Ace Family Pair (10 yards) |
Aya Niseko is one of Niseko’s most exclusive vacation rentals, located just moments from the ski lifts of the Grand Hirafu Resort and its many restaurants and shops.
These beautiful apartments feature stunning floor-to-ceiling windows that let in the light and offer outstanding views.
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Ayo Niseko has the following fully equipped and beautifully decorated apartments:
- Studio
- 1 bedroom apartment
- 2 bedroom apartment with forest view
- 2 bedroom apartment with mountain view
- 2 bedroom apartment with resort view
- 3-bedroom apartment with a mountain view
- Penthouses
Of course, there is free Wi-Fi and onsite parking.
Other amenities include:
- On-site onsen
- Gym
- Conference room
- Ski equipment rental
- On-site ski and snowboarding lessons
- Concierge
In Conclusion
In Niseko, chalets and self-catering accommodation deliver the best value for money, especially if you’re traveling in a group or with family.
These amazing Niseko chalets and apartments make great accommodations for this beautiful part of Japan throughout the year. Stylish serviced accommodation takes care of everything so that you can concentrate on hitting the slopes!
