Niseko

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Photo provided by Aaron Jamieson/Niseko Promotion Board
Photo provided by Niseko Promotion Board
Photo provided by Aaron Jamieson/Niseko Promotion Board

Four ski resorts, one dramatic mountain and lots of fun await powder hounds who travel to this top Japanese skiing destination.

Strap on your skis for hours of snow-based fun and lots of fresh mountain air at Niseko. This popular winter destination features four fabulous resorts that are situated at the base of a mountain and meet at its summit. Away from the slopes, venture into the surrounding forests to spot the local wildlife then head to a bar to socialize with a cosmopolitan crowd.

One of the most challenging aspects of a trip to Niseko is knowing where to begin. However, the resort that takes its name from the area is a good bet. Head to Niseko Village, a vast winter playground in the shadow of the breathtaking Mount Niseko Annupuri. There are groomed runs for all abilities and lots of off-piste action in the surrounding wilderness. When you’ve put your ski boots away for the day, soothe your muscles in a hot spring.

The village is one of four resorts situated at the base of the mountain that all meet at its summit. A few minutes to the west of Niseko Village is Annupurri. Spend a morning on the slopes, then go horseback riding or snowshoe trekking through the woods. Spot indigenous wildlife, including Hokkaido foxes.

If you are into snowboarding and freestyle skiing, visit the expansive terrain park at Hanazono. Other activities at this resort include snowmobile tours, sledging, snow tubing and backcountry hiking.

On the east face of the mountain is Grand Hirafu, the largest of the four resorts. There are runs for all abilities and a snow park for children. Night skiing is very popular here. Make sure you leave a little bit of energy to participate in the après-ski in the bars and restaurants.

Niseko is on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido. Fly into New Chitose Airport, which is about a 2-hour drive away. If you don’t want to drive, take the train or bus from the airport.

Thrill to the mountain runs, gorgeous scenery and the social scene of this prime skiing location.

Hilton Niseko Village
Hilton Niseko Village
4.5 out of 5
Higashiyama Onsen, Abuta-gun, Niseko, Hokkaido
The price is RM352 per night from 19 May to 20 May
RM352
RM455 total
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Niseko. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on site, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (953 reviews)
"We had planned to ski but changed plans due to weather. The location is perfect for ski season with the gondola attached to the hotel (it wasn’t up due to warmer weather) but everything in the hotel from the staff, dinner, breakfast was top notch. You didn’t really need to leave the hotel to do ..."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2025

Hilton Niseko Village
Niseko Northern Resort An'nupuri
Niseko Northern Resort An'nupuri
5 out of 5
480-1, Aza-niseko, Niseko-cho, Abuta-gun, Niseko, Hokkaido
Fully refundable
The price is RM313 per night from 15 May to 16 May
RM313
RM387 total
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Niseko. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (492 reviews)
"Favourite place to stay for snowboarding"

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Niseko Northern Resort An'nupuri
Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
5 out of 5
28, 919 AZA SOGA, NISEKO CHO, ABUTA GUN, Niseko
The price is RM1,759 per night from 13 May to 14 May
RM1,759
RM2,226 total
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Niseko. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and ...
Winter wonderland family trip
"We had a great time at this hotel. It’s perfect for family ski trip. The lift was a few steps away and rental facilities were inside the hotel. The views were spectacular and the staff so accommodating and friendly. The restaurant food was really good, and we loved their breakfast buffet. It snowed ..."

Reviewed on 11 Dec 2024

Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Koa Niseko
Koa Niseko
3.5 out of 5
19-32, Higashiyama, Niseko, Hokkaido
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Niseko. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and Niseko ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Close to ski lifts 3 minute drive."

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2025

Koa Niseko
Chalet Banff
Chalet Banff
2.5 out of 5
27-27 Higashiyama, Niseko, Hokkaido
Book a stay at this ski chalet in Niseko. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and ...
"Communication with Banff was very good. Room was everything I could have expected, having our own bathroom and bath was a bonus. My only qualm is that the beds were a bit old and that the couch in the room just took up a lot of space when trying to sort out our massive ski bags… overall very happy ..."

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2024

Chalet Banff
Yotei Town House
Yotei Town House
3 out of 5
756-81 Soga, Niseko, Hokkaido
Stay at this 3-star ski apartment in Niseko. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Niseko Mountain Resort Grand ...
"We stayed 2 nights (3 adults 1 kids) . Communication was very smooth. Very quiet, close to Hirafu and Kuchan. It was great stay. Thank you."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Yotei Town House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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