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Life is Beautiful

3.0 star property
Ski B&B with free ski shuttle, near Appi Kogen Ski Resort

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Exterior
Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, hydromassage showerhead
Property grounds
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Ski facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Ski rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Ski passes
  • 15 outdoor tennis courts
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $162
includes taxes & fees
$146 per night
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2025

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 267 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 215 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 213 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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includes taxes & fees
$262 per night
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2025
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About the neighborhood

Map
Appikogen 605-126, Hachimantai, Iwate, 028-7306

What's nearby

  • Appi Kogen Ski Resort - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Matsuo Hachimantai Visitor Center - 16 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Iwate Prefectural Forest Learning Center - 20 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Shimokura Ski Area - 22 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Toshichi Onsen - 40 min drive - 36.6 km

Getting around

  • Akasakata Station - 3 min walk
  • Iwate-Numakunai Station - 30 min drive
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free bus station shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪ふうせつ花 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪らんぷ - ‬17 min drive
  • レッドハウス
  • ‪李朝苑 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Terrace Cafe Brisa - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Life is Beautiful

Life is Beautiful features a free ski shuttle and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Appi Kogen Ski Resort. Guests can indulge in massages, and Happy Life Cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Skiers will appreciate access to ski passes, storage, and rentals.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the train station; 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 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 15

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Free train station shuttle from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM*
  • Free bus station shuttle

Offsite

  • Free area shuttle within 5 kilometers
  • Free ski shuttle

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Free local shuttle

What to do

  • Tennis lessons
  • Pool table
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Golf caddy on site
  • Golf cart on site
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • 15 outdoor tennis courts
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Ski

  • Free ski shuttle
  • Ski passes
  • Priority access to ski lifts
  • Ski storage
  • Ski rentals
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 21-inch LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Children's slippers
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Heated floor (bathroom)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • LED light bulbs
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Happy Life Cafe - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Time to Air - Onsite bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1100 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Spa tub access is available for an extra charge of JPY 500 per night

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Life is Beautiful Motel Hachimantai
Life is Beautiful Hachimantai
Life is Beautiful B&B Hachimantai
Life is Beautiful Hachimantai
Life is Beautiful Bed & breakfast
Life is Beautiful Bed & breakfast Hachimantai

Frequently asked questions

Does Life is Beautiful offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Life is Beautiful 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 Life is Beautiful?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Life is Beautiful?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Life is Beautiful?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Life is Beautiful and nearby?
Have fun with winter activities like skiing and in warmer months, improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Life is Beautiful?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Happy Life Cafe.
Does Life is Beautiful have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Life is Beautiful like?
Life is Beautiful is located by the river, a short 3-minute walk from Akasakata Station and 18 minutes' walk from Appi Kogen Ski Resort.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Food was excellent room was satisfactory, parking was super convenient and access to the ski area is quick with a car. I wish there was more space to hang clothing and brighter lighting in the rooms as well as common areas.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Life Is Beeeautiful
We had a very relaxed weekend at Life Is Beautiful. It was an excellent change of pace from camping/hiking, was definitely needed. We just so happened to find the perfect place for it. The room was two twins with its own bathroom and refrigerator. It was very clean and the beds were comfortable. We opted for the Breakfast and Dinner which we do not regret as the meals were delicious. The owners and staff were all extremely friendly and understanding especially with our skoshi Japanese speaking abilities. We would definitely recommend and would indeed stay again.
Sara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I had a great experience here! I chose to stay here because it was close to Appi and was priced better than any of the surrounding hotels and came with dinner and breakfast. I highly recommend paying the little extra for the meals. They were fantastic. Just what I needed after a long day. The rooms are quite cozy and the beds are very also comfortable. I plan on staying here next time I go to Appi Kogen.
Ryan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

CHUAN YI, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Too small room to stay!
Our purpose for this trip was for ski and we stayed 8 days at Life is beautiful. The room is very small with a small toilet and very small sink where we can only sit on the edge of tub to brush teeth & wash face and our body was all wet! The owner of this hostel provided 8 sets of towel & teeth brush in the room at one time. Everyday we are having the same breakfast without any changed. I will not recommend you to stay here!
Lai Ping Stella, 7-night trip
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