Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
Niseko Annupuri Gondola - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
Niseko Hanazono Resort - 20 min drive - 7.2 km
Getting around
New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 117 min drive
Kutchan Station - 9 min drive
Niseko Station - 10 min drive
Kozawa Station - 25 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
The Barn - 1 min walk
Rin - 7 min walk
Shiki Niseko Lobby Lounge - 3 min walk
Musu - 3 min walk
Bar Gyu + - 6 min walk
About this property
Akazora
Akazora offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, downhill skiing, and snowshoeing. Fellow travelers say good things about the overall property condition.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
23 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests may be required to change accommodations during their stay. The property will notify guests of any changes by email.
Guests must contact the property at least 14 days in advance to request airport transfers.
Please note that reception and check-in hours are extended December-March. During this time, reception is open 8 AM-9 PM and check-in is available 3-9 PM.
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Free covered onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (during limited hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Ski passes
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Ski storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2013
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Slippers
Washing machine
Laundry detergent
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchen
Stovetop
Rice cooker
Griddle
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dishwasher
More
Limited housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note: Ski shuttle service is available only from December 1 - March 31.
Also known as
Akazora
Akazora Aparthotel
Akazora Aparthotel Kutchan
Akazora Kutchan
Akazora Japan/Hokkaido - Kutchan-Cho
Akazora Hotel
Akazora Kutchan
Akazora Hotel Kutchan
Frequently asked questions
Does Akazora offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Akazora does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Akazora?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Akazora?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Akazora?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Akazora?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Akazora and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like downhill skiing and snowshoeing, and return when the snow melts for hiking.
Does Akazora have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher.
What's the area around Akazora like?
Akazora is a short 4-minute walk from Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and 19 minutes' walk from Niseko-Shakotan-Otarukaigan Quasi-National Park.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2024
Jeff
Jeff, 5-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2024
sometimes passers by are loud
marc
marc, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2024
Anne
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2023
Great place to stay. Need first stop on Grand hirafu bus line. Rooms are big. Have a washer dryer combo in the room. Have a nice little kitchen area. Staff was great. They were super helpful and kind. Will definitely stay again when I return.
Adam
Adam, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2023
Chester
Chester, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2022
Gregory
Gregory, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 13, 2022
Great location, service; cheap furnishings
Great location. Easy/fast access to lifts by shuttle bus. Building and facilities are new and in good condition. Staff are very helpful and attentive. Furnishings, unfortunately, are not quite up to the standard of the building: a bit cheap and spartan for the price. I expected better. The beds have a cushion on top of the mattress that slides around as you sleep. Not comfortable. Also, the “double beds” are, in fact, singles pushed together. This was also disappointing for the price. Overall, we did enjoy our stay and appreciated the service, but with so many accommodation options nearby, we would look for a place with a better standard of furnishings and bedding.
Nicholas Clay
Nicholas Clay, 6-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2021
Summer vacation in Niseko
Very nice location.
Under the unusual hot summer in Niseko , room with air condition is helpful!
Makoto
Makoto, 6-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2021
Staff was very friendly and they are very helpful. Also their response were very quick and we appreciate their service a lot (pick up / drop off service were arranged on spot and it was comfortable)
Ski drying room were a little difficult to find.... so maybe their sign can improve a little.
Verified traveler
3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2018
A perfect stay!
Great locaton for exploring Niseko/Hirafu area.
Verified traveler
4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2018
As Good As It Gets!
This was my second visit to Akazora. On my own this time, 12 nights. I had a street front studio that met all my needs, comfortable bed, functional kitchenette, wall mounted flat screen TV that swivelled to all parts of the room, cable has an adequate range of English language channels. Akazora has particularly nice bathrooms and a small laundry off that room in its own alcove. I ate in a lot and the kitchenette worked out well. Akazora is extremely convenient to the town of Hirafura with it's restaurants and bars, there's a shuttle stop right at the door and shuttles run about every 20 minutes to either Hirafura or Hanazono mountain base. There's also an undercover carpark if you have a car and the ski lockup is next door to the carpark. The staff are all lovely people, Nikki on reception was really friendly and helpful and gave a lift to the bus station on the last day. I really enjoyed my stay. The photo is Mt Yotei (no ski) taken from Mt Annupuri (ski).
Dennis Michael
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 8, 2017
Had a great stay, lack of front desk staff, but out of winter season which is to be expected. Lovely clean rooms, great shower! Thank you.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2017
Great location spacious rooms. Free parking.
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2017
Nice hotel, close to main street
Easy self check in process.
Great facilities. But Tv program is not enough. We can't watch any euro sport channel even j-sport channel also missing
Danny
Danny, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2015
bovorn
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2023
SACHIKO
SACHIKO, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2023
CHING HSUAN
CHING HSUAN, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 7, 2023
Stay at Akazora
A bit far from ski resort but could get aid for free riding when schedule met, though it said no riding service available when I asked by email before trip. All staff were amazingly nice and friendly. One thing to be desired was there’s no bath tub.
doogoo
doogoo, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2023
Akazora aparment is excellent in every way. Location is walking distance to every highlight spots (AYA ski lift, Seico Mart, several restaurants in the same areas). Room is large and very clean, well equipped with kitchen and utilities. We are lucky to have the room with bathtub. Our room is at ground floor and we can see Mountain Yotei from our window, eventhough it was city view. Overall, our family (two adults and one little kid) is happy very much with ski trip and staying at Akazora.