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Our experienced local team is here to help you book your Niseko accommodation. Ben, Duncan, Oliver and James live in Niseko and know every property first hand. As an independent travel agent, our teams advice is completely impartial so we can personally recommend the right Niseko property for your visit.
Book now and benefit from the best choices and a best price guarrantee.
OUR TEAM
Our team comprises local experts who are here for you through every step of the booking process, and in resort. Our high levels of customer service, wides range of accommodation and best price guarantee, recently helped our team to be voted ‘Best Japan Ski Travel Agents‘ in the Ski Asia awards.
Following 21 winters in Japan with the most recent 16 spent in the resort, few can rival Ben’s local knowledge or be better placed to advise you on Niseko accommodation. If you’d like to know more, check out this recent Japan National Tourist Organisation’s interview with Ben: From Niigata to Niseko.
BEN THORPE
Director / Hokkaido Area Manager
Based in Niseko since 2013, Duncan brings local knowledge and enthusiasm for Japan to the JSE team. Duncan can provide first hand expertise of the resort and its properties, some of which he recently shared in ‘A Local’s Guide to Skiing in Niseko‘, written for the JNTO.
DUNCAN MANSER
Hokkaido Operations Manager
Originally from the UK, Oliver has spent over 20 years in Hokkaido. Having started his Japan winter seasons in Rusutsu back in 2004, Oliver ultimately settled in nearby Niseko resort. Having gained vast experience in loca accommodation management, he is now perfectly placed to deliver exceptional JSE guest experiences.
OLIVER SPARKS
Niseko Travel Consultant
James has spent several seasons working in Japanese ski resorts including Niseko and Hakuba. Currently settled in Niseko, and in his second year with JSE, James’s outstanding customer services stems from sharing his love of Hokkaido and travel with guests from around the world.
James Bridgens
Niseko Travel Consultant
Offering a vast range of properties in Hirafu, Niseko Village, Izumikyo, Kabayama and Hanazono, Japan Ski Experience’s extensive portfolio will have what you need; whether you are looking for a hotel, apartment, ski in ski out complex, chalet or lodge. From luxury penthouses with onsen to affordable Niseko apartments and chalets, our experienced team will recommend what is right for your group. We are fully independent and work alongside all the best suppliers of Niseko accommodation, so you will be assured of the most choice and the best advice on where to stay.
There are a number of Niseko hubs, which are outlined in detail on the map below. Click on map for full pdf showing all the main areas in which Niseko accommodation is based including Niseko town, Kutchan downtown, Higashiyama (including Niseko Village), Annupuri, Moiwa, Konbu Onsen, Hirafu Main Village (including Izumikyo 1, 2 and 3), Hirafu West Village, Hirafu East Village and Niseko Hanazono Resort.
Source: https://nisekotourism.com/
Many people ask the cost of accommodation in Niseko – is it expensive, and what kind of budget is required? The answer really depends on the type of accommodation you are looking for and when you are travelling – over peak / holiday dates, when prices are at their premium, or in the shoulder / off-peak season when lower prices tend to be available. It also depends when you book – early bookers often benefit from fantastic offers.
In addition, our price guarantee ensures you will be quoted the best available price for your Niseko accommodation, and our specialised team have the training and resources to recommend the best value for money property which fulfils your criteria. As we are fully independent (we don’t own or manage any accommodation ourselves!), our advice is impartial.
Once you have chosen your Niseko accommodation, you will be invited to pay a deposit (or full payment closer to travel) via our payment provider, Flywire, which oraffers a cheap and convenient method of payment in your local currency with a best price guarantee. The low yen is also helping people to save on travel to Japan, with prices currently being a third lower against the dollar than they were 10 years ago!
To book Niseko accommodation, submit an enquiry and our team of specialists will be in touch with recommendations with availability for your travel dates. You will have the chance to ask any questions and make the most of our team’s expert local knowledge. Request to book your preferred accommodation and we will put it on hold for you and send a link for you to book online. Our team will be in touch when it is time to add airport transfers, lift passes, ski hire and more.
Submit an enquiry now, or browse below if you would like to learn more about accommodation options in Niseko.
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New Accommodation
Japan Ski Experience works alongside the best Niseko accommodation providers. Every ski season, as more spectacular properties are built and renovated around the resort, we add them to our portfolio. Here are some additions from recent years.
Nikko Style Niseko Hanazono
Located at the base of Mt. Annupuri, the opening of the Nikko Style Niseko Hanazono in mid-December brings luxury, comfort, and convenience to Niseko’s hospitality landscape. Just steps away from the ski lifts at the renowned Hanazono Ski Resort, guests have easy access to some of the best terrain in the region.
Muwa Niseko
Muwa offers the ultimate luxury in a location envied by every accommodation in Niseko owing to its ‘ski out’ access to the Hirafu Gondola. Not only does Muwa offer unrivalled location, but this cutting edge Niseko accommodation oozes style that has to be seen to be believed.
Niseko Kyo
One of the most exciting new developments since the 2023-24 ski season, Niseko Kyo is based on Hirafu’s Family Run and will offer a premium holiday experience for guests looking for luxury and convenience. With unit sizes from studios to 6 bedroom condos, and a full range of onsite amenities, Niseko Kyo promises to impress!
Yuzen Niseko
A sophisticated 5 bedroom chalet located in the peaceful and exclusive area of St Moritz Kabayama, Yuzen is one of the few stand alone accommodations in Niseko that can host up to 15 guests in comfort. The top floor of the chalet hosts the main living and dining area, boasting stunning views and an exceptional ambiance.
ON THE HORIZON
As Japan’s most popular ski resort, Niseko is attracting ever more attention from investors looking to raise the bar of what guests can expect from accommodation in Niseko in the near future.
New World La Plume Niseko Resort
The New World La Plume Niseko Resort will comprise 219 guestrooms and 5 villas. Promising a spectacular range of services on the doorstep of Niseko Village, the 10th floor will have a huge outdoor deck with pool, indoor and outdoor onsens and gym. There will also be a children’s club. Watch this space!
Banyan Tree Niseko
Just minutes away from the ski slopes, Banyan Tree plans to open a Cassia Brand Niseko resort complex with units ranging from 1 bedroom apartments to 4 bedroom penthouses. With Elements spa by Banyan Tree, the highest standards of culinary experiences together with a unique beginners private ski slope, this is set to become exciting new Niseko accommodation in 2025.
Niseko Accommodation FAQs
Niseko accommodation includes a wide variety of options to suit different needs and travel styles, from luxury ski-in ski-out hotels to modern apartments and spacious private chalets. Most accommodation is centred around Hirafu, the main village, where guests enjoy easy access to lifts, dining, shops, and nightlife. Other resort areas such as Hanazono, Niseko Village, and Annupuri offer a quieter setting while still providing excellent access to the slopes.
All properties featured by Japan Ski Experience are carefully selected for their quality, comfort, and location. Our team based in Hokkaido provides local support before and during your stay. We can also help you book lift passes, ski rentals, lessons and transfers, offering a complete and hassle-free ski holiday package in Niseko.
Each base area has its own appeal: Hirafu is lively and convenient, Niseko Village offers a resort-style atmosphere, Annupuri is peaceful and well-suited to those seeking space, and Hanazono is home to some of Niseko’s most luxurious hotels and chalets. No matter where you choose to stay, you’ll have access to the full Niseko United ski area.
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Niseko accommodation
Japan Ski Experience is fully independent and works with major suppliers of Niseko accommodation, offering you the ultimate in quality, choice and value for money, promising to match direct prices for all bookings.
Japan Ski Experience also specialises in:
Hakuba Accommodation | Furano Accommodation | Rusutsu Accommodation