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Moiwa Lodge

2.0 star property

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Interior
6 Bed Family Room, Non Smoking
Interior
Lobby lounge
Billiards

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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451-6 Aza Niseko, Abuta-Gun, Niseko, Hokkaido, 048-1511
  • Place, Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Niseko Annupuri Gondola
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Twin/Triple Room

Comfort Twin/Triple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Dorm Bed

Dorm Bed

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Cottage

Cottage

  • 80 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds

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6 Bed Family Room, Non Smoking

6 Bed Family Room, Non Smoking

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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5 Bed Family Room

5 Bed Family Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Mountain View Twin Room

Mountain View Twin Room

  • 10 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Exterior detail
Midtown Niseko
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 210 reviews
The price is AU$117
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Midtown Niseko

About the area

Niseko

When you stay at Moiwa Lodge in Niseko, you'll be in a national park, just steps from Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort and 9 minutes by foot from Annupuri. .This family-friendly hostel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Niseko Annupuri Gondola and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area.
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What's nearby

  • Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Annupuri - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Niseko Annupuri Gondola - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Niseko Hanazono Resort - 26 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Niseko Station - 7 min drive
  • Rankoshi Station - 21 min drive
  • New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪MANDRIANO - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪ニセコロフト倶楽部 (Niseko Loft Club) - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪FORESTER LOUNGE - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪NISEKO CACAO CROWN - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪ニセコジンギスカン (Niseko Genghiskan Khan) - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Moiwa Lodge

Family-friendly slopeside fun with restaurant
Moiwa Lodge offers 18 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. This Niseko hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include ski-in/ski-out access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
After a day on the slopes, enjoy recreational amenities, which include ski-in/ski-out access. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. You'll be on the slopes in no time with the complimentary ski shuttle.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Moiwa Lodge , or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and microwave in a common area. A bus station shuttle is provided at no charge at scheduled times, and free self parking is available onsite.
English breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
The K2 Bar - Onsite bar.
Onsite venue #2 - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM at scheduled times
  • Free area shuttle up to 5 kilometres
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Train station drop-off (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,000 for adults and JPY 1,500 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The K2 Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Free area shuttle
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Musical instrument
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1981
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (3:30 PM - 10:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately JPY 2000 for adults and JPY 1500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: JPY 7000 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: JPY 6000 (one-way), (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Moiwa Lodge Niseko
Moiwa Lodge Hostel Niseko
Moiwa Niseko
Moiwa Lodge Hostel
Moiwa Lodge
Moiwa Lodge Hostel
Moiwa Lodge - Hostel Niseko
Moiwa Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Moiwa Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Niseko

Moiwa Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Romina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner is amazing and went out of his way to help me find a lost necklace. Thank you Dirk.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is so awesome here. The owners and staff are so helpful with everything and genuinely awesome! Location is perfect and quiet and beautiful. I’m sure I’ll be back again

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lodge and location. Staff were friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location for skiing; unreliable taxi access

Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable lodge. The bed was a bit dusty near the pillow and I have allergies. One suggestion I’d like to make is allow guests to sign up for a group evening shuttle at a certain time to nearby restaurants (for a fee) and then back at a certain time. Seems most meals in restaurants take 2 hours. It’s nice to try out different restaurants after a day of skiing and it’s a bummer when taxis take over an hour wait and charges 10,000 yen from Moiwa to Hirafu because they have to send a car from Kutchan. A twice-a-week free evening shuttle isn’t enough when some restaurants aren’t near Hirafu.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good

not the best location but a cozy place with helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Leonel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and nice cottage for family stay near ski resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Brant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Far and away

It is jus so far removed from everything and since they have you they charge you a pretty penny for everything. For example they charged 600 yen for a beer and said it a great deal. You can buy the same beer at a nicer hotel lobby down the street for 270 yen. Its a nice place if you want to be away from everything and have little access to anything else.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, great views, thin walls

Great lodge, very comfortable. Walls are thin, so be prepared to hear everything your guests do, but a great location for access to moiwa.

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Home for ski vacation

We had the best stay at Moiwa lodge and when we come back (not if) would not consider staying anywhere else. The staff were fantastic, the rooms were perfectly warm and cozy and it felt like coming home each day after an adventure. The staff were also very helpful in recommending local attractions such as onsens and what resort would be best to ski each day.

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cozy with a warm and friendly staff

Great skiing to be had at Moiwa, if you don't like crowds. Super friendly and helpful staff. Cozy atmosphere, and very friendly people. Food offered was good, and a great little bar. Would recommend having a car though if you are going to stay here and want to see other parts of Niseko. Moiwa is a little bit far removed from the other resorts of Niseko United. They do offer shuttles to the skiing but if you miss them or just want to pop over to Hirafu one evening it is going to be 4000 yen each way for a taxi.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good value for what you paid for.

1) The lodge is far from town or any amenities. The nearest convenient store is about 20 minutes walk to One Niseko Tower Hotel where it has a tiny convenient store located at the hotel lobby. 2) The lodge provides pick up in limited spots, so have to arrange pick up-drop up prior to your arrival. 3) Staff are all very friendly and speak wonderful English. 4) The lodge is nearby a chairlift to Annupuri - which is good. 5) The room is too cold, fortunately the blanket is thick enough to keep me warm through the night. 6) The wash basin area is without heating. Too cold. 7) There's a bar and a restaurant inside the lodge. Serve western breakfast only as I didn't see any Japanese style food being displayed. 8) Some guests are noisy and loud. Bring ear plugs. 9) Spacious common area with a great view. Weak wi-fi tho. 10) Affordable and nice outdoor hot spring resort nearby. Entrance fee only costs 800 yen. Good value.

10/10 Excellent

Jared, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great proximity to Moiwa

The staff does a tremendous job to make you feel welcomed and truly cares about their guests.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unpretentious comfortable stay at Moiwa Lodge

Moiwa Lodge is an unpretentious old-style ski lodge. There's nothing fancy about the facility, but the atmosphere is magical. The staff are cheerful, knowledgeable and passionate about skiing/riding the Moiwa area. The rooms are spartan and the showers shared, but you're not there to spend time in your room. Hanging out in the common areas and bar interacting with the staff and other guests will make the stay memorable. Oh, and did I mention the skiing? Powderific!

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Moiwa Lodge

Absolutely fantastic stay at Moiwa Lodge. Great people and atmosphere and the staff (Satski and Todd) are great. Very helpful and relaxed.

10/10 Excellent

Derek, Shanghai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Moiwa lodge stay

Lovely stay at Moiwa Lodge. The owner and staff were lovely and extremely helpful and organised everything for us. Great skiing right on the doorstep.

8/10 Good

David, Munich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great place to stay

Great place to stay with really helpful and super-friendly staff. Great social spaces upstairs to meet people and chat about skiing/snow conditions etc. Location is great for skiing Mt. Moiwa but things can be tricky if you want to go for a meal in Hirafu. Stayed in a 12 person dorm, which was a bit busy during peak season (but at least it wakes you up for the morning skiing!). I'd definitely stay there again.

8/10 Good

jason , SG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome stay and friendly staff

Lovely experience moving from a ryokan at Noboribetsu to a lodge at Moiwa. The staff made it a very intimate experience. The lodge was clean and we have a great view of the slopes from room 201. The walls very abit thin but it's a lodge anyway. Thanks to the crew, Dirk, Erin, Helen, Keegan and special mention to Megan who was super helpful.

10/10 Excellent

shinji

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Takashi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても良かったです。また行きたいです
Stayed 1 night in May 2019