The Vale Niseko

4.0 star property
4-star ski-in/ski-out aparthotel near Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu

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Hot springs
3 Bedroom Yotei Panorama Penthouse Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Exterior
Superior Studio | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi
2 Bedroom Suite with Bunk Room (Dual Key) | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
166-9 Yamada, Kutchan, Hokkaido, 044-0081
  • Popular LocationNiseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu1 min walk
  • Popular LocationNiseko Annupuri International Ski Area15 min drive
  • Popular LocationNiseko Hanazono Resort21 min drive

Room options

3 Bedroom Yotei Suite (Dual Key)

  • 1637 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 3 King Beds

Superior Studio

  • 356 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

2 Bedroom Suite with Onsen + Tatami Room

  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

2 Bedroom Suite with Bunk Room (Dual Key)

  • 1302 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

1 Bedroom Suite with Tatami Room

  • 890 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Hotel Room (Lower Ground)

  • 320 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

3 Bedroom Suite with Onsen (Dual Key)

  • 1593 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 3 King Beds

2 Bedroom Suite

  • 925 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

2 Bedroom Yotei Suite

  • 1174 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

2 Bedroom Suite with Tatami Room

  • 1227 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

Superior Hotel Room

  • 356 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

2 Bedroom Suite with Onsen

  • 1210 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

2 Bedroom Suite with Tatami Room (Dual Key)

  • 1302 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

1 Bedroom Suite with Bunk Room

  • 893 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

1 Bedroom Suite with Murphy's bed

  • 818 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Murphy Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

3 Bedroom Yotei Panorama Penthouse Suite

  • 2633 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 3 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kutchan

Skiing getaway.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and 2 miles (3 km) of Niseko-Shakotan-Otarukaigan Quasi-National Park with a stay here. Annupuri and Noasc are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu - 1 min walk
  • Annupuri - 10 min drive
  • Niseko Annupuri Gondola - 12 min drive
  • Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area - 15 min drive
  • Niseko Hanazono Resort - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Kutchan Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Barn - 5 min walk
  • Shiki Niseko Lobby Lounge - 4 min walk
  • 阿武茶 - 2 min walk
  • Bang-Bang - 4 min walk
  • % Arabica Niseko Hirafu188 - 4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

The Vale Niseko

4-star ski-in/ski-out aparthotel near Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu
Have fun with onsite winter activities, including snow tubing, sledding, and snowmobiling. Indulge in a treatment at the full-service spa or enjoy a swim in the outdoor swimming pool after a day on the slopes. The Vale Niseko helps provide the perfect ski vacation with ski storage, skiing lessons, and ski equipment rentals.

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kutchan aparthotel.

  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 2018
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Dining venue
The Vale Niseko offers 91 accommodations with DVD players and safes. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include slippers, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Kutchan aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the aparthotel's full-service spa, Reju Spa: 1:00pm to 10:00pm. Services include Thai massages and massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private onsen (in communal space). Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals). The ryokan bathing area is open from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM. There are hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Ski

  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski lessons
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Ski passes
  • Ski runs nearby
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Pool/Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot springs
  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private indoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Public bath open from 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Reflexology
  • Thai massages

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children stay free (see details)

Restaurants on site

  • Vale Bar and Grill

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,600 per person
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Ski equipment rentals on site
  • Ski lessons on site
  • Ski passes on site
  • Ski storage on site
  • Ski-in/ski-out access on site
  • Sledding on site
  • Snow sports gear on site
  • Snow tubing on site
  • Snowmobiling on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 6 floors
  • 91 units
  • Built in 2018
  • Connecting units available
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: 166-9 Yamada, Kutchan, 044-0080 Niseko
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests may be required to change rooms during their stay. Room upgrades are subject to availability.
Reception is open 7 AM - 10 PM from July to September and December to March. Reception is open 9 AM - 6 PM from April to June and October to November. Guests arriving after hours must contact the property in advance to arrange check-in.
The listed optional crib/infant bed fee applies every 4 nights.
Breakfast is not included in Breakfast rates for children ages 0-5, and can be requested onsite for the listed child breakfast fee.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from April 3 2024 to November 30 2024 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Breakfast
  • Spa
The property is closed between April 1 and July 12.
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Full-service spa

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 9443.0 per week.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately JPY 2600 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: JPY 34500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: JPY 34500 (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 9443.0 per week

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

The indoor public bath fee is JPY 1,500 per adult and JPY 1,000 per child.
The indoor private bath fee is JPY 30,000.
Property Registration Number 3-643

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

Vale Niseko Hotel Kutchan
Vale Niseko Hotel
Vale Niseko Kutchan
Vale Niseko
Vale Niseko Aparthotel Kutchan
Vale Niseko Apartment Kutchan
Vale Niseko Apartment
The Vale Niseko Kutchan
The Vale Niseko Aparthotel
The Vale Niseko Aparthotel Kutchan

Frequently asked questions

Does The Vale Niseko have an airport shuttle?

The Vale Niseko offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of JPY 34500 per vehicle, one-way.

How much does it cost to stay at The Vale Niseko?

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Vale Niseko on Jun 20, 2024 start from $209.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Vale Niseko offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Vale Niseko, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 2600 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Please note that breakfast will be unavailable between April 3 2024 and November 30 2024 (subject to change).

Is there a casino at The Vale Niseko?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at The Vale Niseko?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at The Vale Niseko?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does The Vale Niseko have a pool?

The Vale Niseko features an outdoor pool.

Does The Vale Niseko have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The lounge bar will be unavailable from April 3 2024 to November 30 2024 (dates subject to change).

Does The Vale Niseko have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Reju Spa: 1:00pm to 10:00pm, where you can enjoy massages, aromatherapy, and reflexology. Note that spa services and facilities will be unavailable from April 3 2024 until November 30 2024 (subject to change).

How close is The Vale Niseko to downtown Kutchan?

The Vale Niseko is 3.3 mi away from Kutchan.

The Vale Niseko Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 66 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is conveniently located. Rooms are generous and suite had a small though useable kitchenette. Staff were most helpful. My partner had a ski accident and staff were exceptional in accommodating her requests for transport to hospital, crutches etc. we are most grateful. Thoroughly recommend this hotel.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The worst hotel experience, rude and
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Vale is a well run clean , and located in a convenient location. Staffs are always willing to help.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Ysl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ski in ski out
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant let the property down , the staff were not as professional as they should have been and neither was the chef
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

ping

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place to stay while in Hirafu
It was amazing for my daughter and me. Everything fell into place. Keep up the good work!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019