Location was a little far from the dot base / ski lifts, but the accomodation was overall a pleasant experience and very well furnished and clean with everything you need! The host was hospitable and kind as well, even going out of his way to fetch us to the welcome centre as we had heavy luggages and no car. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a place at grand hirafu! It was also very conveniently located near the shuttle bus stop and the Lawson mart.

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Super comfortable bed and ample space for the clothes. Also we liked the communal seating area with large bay windows, we spend a lot of time there. The lodge is located on the outskirts of the village, but we actually preferred that, seeing how crowded Niseko has become. Lawsons is just across the street, and a couple of nice restaurants right next door.

Not cheap. Also breakfast wasn’t included and would cost us 1500 yen extra per person. We opted for Lawsons food. Also there was no coffee supplied for the guests, and all the toiletries had to be purchased from the vending machine. Convenient, without a doubt, but for nearly $300 per night I feel some basics should have been included.

Awesome location in the middle of Hirafu area of Niseko. Many shops and restaurants within 5-10 walking distance. The room was great and spacious due to an adjoining kitchen area the also had a washing machine for clothing. Very clean and nice staff. Would stay again

This room we booked was on the side of the main house so had to walk up and over a large mound of snow to get to the room which could be slippery but not a deal breaker. Other than that no complaints

Beds are fantastically comfortable and warm. Our room had a little mezzanine area, which was great for storing our stuff and stretching.we could use the breakfast/ dining area to get a bit of work done, and also use the ‘kitchen’/family room, e which is Sunny and has a nice outlook, so it feels not at all crowded. The host Igs also extremely friendly and helpful. Parking is super convenient. Has a ski room with a bench for waxing ski gear, and some tools, iron etc.

Occasionally had problems with the hot water.

We arrived quite late, it was snowing and we were really cold (but loving it!). We stepped inside the house and it was everything we needed and more! It was so beautifully warm, our room was really cosy and comfortable. The breakfast in the morning was substantial and sustained us for the whole day! Staff were really attentive and friendly. It was a really memorable and special experience for us, we highly recommend and would love stay there again one day.

We had a 3 bedroom loft room, which fit two downstairs and one person upstairs. Kitchen/laundry area was great with a microwave and fridge and washer/ dryer. Walk to King gondola was only 15 mins or catch free shuttle just at bottom of street. The owner was very kind- driving us to and from welcome centre. Very quiet place and good value for money!

This hotel was great and the owners were so kind and even offered to drop us off to the Hirafu welcome centre to catch our bus in the early morning. Me and my friend had an amazing time staying here on our ski trip. Would definitely come back!

Okashi-san is an exemplary host, kind, and smiling. Each day he happily shuttled us to and from the slopes with The Beatles seemingly on loop in the car. Our room was bigger than expected from the photos and included a mezzanine space which we used for storage. The bedroom and en-suite were simple but perfectly comfortable for our needs. The guest kitchen/living room is a nice space and perfect if you want to prepare something simple at home rather than eat out. The washer/dryer is a nice touch if you're staying longer. The breakfast was simple but lovely. Small selection of cereals, bread, pastries with a hot dish (typically eggs + meat).

A minor quibble but the provided towels (1 small bath + 1 hand per person) are only replaced on request after 5 days. We made do just fine but I'd probably pack a bath towel when staying again.

Pension Locomotion was amazing! It is very comfortable and a lot of care is taken to treat guests individually. I found the breakfast excellent and it was prepared only when each guest was ready. The staff are helpful and caring. We arrived by a bus to the main stop in the city and were prepared to walk to Locomotion but they came and picked us up anyway. It is also well located to the slopes of Hirafu. We could walk to the chairlifts each day. I would recommend the walk for snowboarders or skiiers with normal shoes and hire a locker at the mountain for the day to change to ski boots (cheap lockers). However, there is also the free Hirafu shuttle just nearby Locomotion so this is also an option.

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Cozy and cute pension in Hirafu. Location is very good: Close to restaurants, convenient stores and also the free shuttle to Hirafu Welcome Center is just few meters away. a nice faculties for a snow week: there’s a ski room downstairs. nice common areas: breakfast lounge downstairs and there’s a kitchen and lounge upstairs which I have used quite a lot for doing some remote working. we booked the maisonette room which has two beds downstair and two futons in the loft plus a private bathroom. room was very cozy and clean, bathroom very basic but functional and clean. considering high prices in Niseko, this was very good value for a family (we are 4). highly recommended

it’s a pension so do not expect anything luxurious but we did not find anything we did not like.