Copyright David Mills: Mt Youtei

The best value ski and snowboard accommodation in Niseko only minutes from the lifts!

ekimne-adventure

Come home from a serious day skiing or boarding to one of the newest and most impressive houses in Niseko. Adventure enjoys one of the most natural settings in the Hirafu village, including great views of Youtei; 3 bedrooms over 2 levels - sleeping a total of 6 in 3 over-size kings or 6 single-longs as 3 twins. Large living/dining and lofted ceilings; Large projector wall/DVD/audio; fiber-to-the-home Internet connection; Nara wood flooring; drying room; additional loft sleeps one extra child if required. 2 minutes from the free shuttle; 4 minutes to lifts;minimum 5 night bookings; includes shared use of 4WD vehicle and many optional extras. Guaranteed you will love this place.

Period Dates Normal Early Bird
Low Nov 26-Dec 4; Apr 4-May 6 ¥ 30,150 ¥ 30,150
Saver Mar 6-Apr 3 ¥ 33,500 ¥ 28,475
Value Dec 12-Dec 18; Jan 23-Feb 12; Feb 20-Mar 5 ¥ 50,250 ¥ 42,713
Powder Dec 19-22; Jan2-22 ¥ 63,650 ¥ 54,103
Holiday Dec 23-Jan 1; Feb 13-Feb 19 ¥ 67,000 ¥ 56,950

ekimne-forest estate 1

Forest Estate 1 represents the ultimate mountain retreat: sleeping at least 6 over two levels of elegant luxury; breathtaking Mt. Yotei views; modern and spacious interior living areas. Natural materials are used extensively inside and out. High, raked ceilings, a fireplace and hand-crafted furniture with high quality fabrics and leather add to the rich, cozy warmth of the living and sleeping rooms. Home theater with 5.1 surround sound and free hi-speed wireless internet and printer makes this a perfect retreat for work and play. Fully equipped modern kitchen, ski room, car-parking and the free-shuttle bus stops outside. Be careful though you won’t want to go back to your own home

Period Dates Normal Early Bird
Low Nov 26-Dec 4; Apr 4-May 6 ¥ 36,000 ¥ 36,000
Saver Mar 6-Apr 3 ¥ 40,000 ¥ 34,000
Value Dec 12-Dec 18; Jan 23-Feb 12; Feb 20-Mar 5 ¥ 60,000 ¥ 51,000
Powder Dec 19-22; Jan2-22 ¥ 76,000 ¥ 64,600
Holiday Dec 23-Jan 1; Feb 13-Feb 19 ¥ 80,000 ¥ 68,000

ekimne-forest estate 3

Forest Estate 3 another ultimate mountain retreat from renowned architect Riccardo Tossani, also sleeping at least 6 over two levels of elegant luxury; combine the 2 for large groups of 10-14; breathtaking Mt. Yotei views; modern and spacious interior living areas. Natural materials are used extensively inside and out. High, raked ceilings, a fireplace and outdoor BBQ. Fully equipped modern kitchen, ski room, car-parking and only seconds from the free-shuttle bus. Shared vehicle possible - guaranteed to please!

Period Dates Normal Early Bird
Low Nov 26-Dec 4; Apr 4-May 6 ¥ 36,000 ¥ 36,000
Saver Mar 6-Apr 3 ¥ 40,000 ¥ 34,000
Value Dec 12-Dec 18; Jan 23-Feb 12; Feb 20-Mar 5 ¥ 60,000 ¥ 51,000
Powder Dec 19-22; Jan2-22 ¥ 76,000 ¥ 64,600
Holiday Dec 23-Jan 1; Feb 13-Feb 19 ¥ 80,000 ¥ 68,000

ekimne-shin shin

So you like to share your adventure with your extended family/friends or just a large group of like-minded skiers and boarders - well with Shin Shin your stay in Niseko is about as good as it gets. Spend your days in powder and your nights under one massive Alaskan Spruce roofline. You could hop, skip and jump to the number 8 free shuttle bus stop, literally slide home from the Fridge Bar and enjoy one of the best outlooks available in Hirafu - all in luxury and for a lot less than you would expect. Share the experience in truly unique craftsmanship.

Third Level

  • Oversized Living/Lounge room with traditional open fireplace
  • large open kitchen and dining for up to 14 guests
  • Toilet
  • Ski/Board/Boots drying room
  • Entrance to street level and free shuttle bus

Second Level

  • First Master Bedroom (King bed (with ensuite bathroom/toilet))
  • Second Master Bedroom (Queen bed (with ensuite bathroom/toilet))
  • Double bedroom (King bed or twin if preferred)
  • Toilet
  • Additional drying room

First Level

  • Bedroom 1 (4 x single bunk beds)
  • Bedroom 2 (4 x single bunk beds)
  • Study room (Single bed)
  • Additional beds on demand (in living/master bedrooms)
  • Main Bathroom: 2 x showers and 1 x large stone onsen bath
  • Large lounge/entertainment/media area (huge flatscreen TV)
  • Street level access to Ekimne and Escarpment areas
Period Dates Normal Early Bird
Low Nov 26-Dec 4; Apr 4-May 6 POA POA
Saver Mar 6-Apr 3 POA POA
Value Dec 12-Dec 18; Jan 23-Feb 12; Feb 20-Mar 5 POA POA
Powder Dec 19-22; Jan2-22 POA POA
Holiday Dec 23-Jan 1; Feb 13-Feb 19 POA POA

ekimne-youtei tracks penthouse 502

When your family and friends walk through the door of 502 you will be forced to book it again in 2010/2011. The best views from all rooms of ALL properties in the Niseko area. This Penthouse has been entirely upgraded well-beyond the Hokkaido Tracks experience – truly tasteful luxury. Relax in the 6 person outdoor spa after a serious day skiing or boarding. 3 bedrooms on one huge level - sleeping a total of 6 in 3 over-size kings or 6 single-longs as 3 twins. Large living/dining and lofted ceilings; fireplace; large plasma TV /DVD/audio; fiber-to-the-home Internet connection; large outdoor BBQ, wood flooring; drying room; car-parking; additional beds on demand. 2 minutes walk from the lifts and seconds to all the best restaurants; minimum 5 night bookings.

Period Dates Normal Early Bird
Low Nov 26-Dec 4; Apr 4-May 6 ¥ 62,800 ¥ 56,000
Saver Mar 6-Apr 3 ¥ 62,800 ¥ 53,380
Value Dec 12-Dec 18; Jan 23-Feb 12; Feb 20-Mar 5 ¥ 91,100 ¥ 77,435
Powder Dec 19-22; Jan2-22 ¥ 113,100 ¥ 96,135
Holiday Dec 23-Jan 1; Feb 13-Feb 19 ¥ 88,320 ¥ 100,810

ekimne-tsukinoki

If you are visiting Niseko and want to experience the finest Japanese Traditional architecture and the best powder snow then Tsukinoki is it. One minute walk to the shuttle and 5 minutes from your first lift run. Sleeping 8 people in 3 bedrooms over 2 levels. Tsukinoki has great views of Youtei; large living/dining and lofted ceilings; wood flooring; immaculate Japanese traditional finishes, large TV/DVD/audio; fiber-to-the-home Internet connection; fully equipped modern kitchen; drying room; minimum 5 night bookings; includes many optional extras. One of the best new houses in Niseko.

Period Dates Normal Early Bird
Low Nov 26-Dec 4; Apr 4-May 6 ¥ 33,750 ¥ 33,750
Saver Mar 6-Apr 3 ¥ 37,500 ¥ 31,875
Value Dec 12-Dec 18; Jan 23-Feb 12; Feb 20-Mar 5 ¥ 56,250 ¥ 47,813
Powder Dec 19-22; Jan2-22 ¥ 71,250 ¥ 60,563
Holiday Dec 23-Jan 1; Feb 13-Feb 19 ¥ 75,000 ¥ 63,750

ekimne-expedition

Views of Youtei; 'expedition' offers 3 bedrooms - 2 over-size kings or 4 single-longs as 2 twins and a large kids/friends room with custom-built single long bunks sleeping 4 friends/children. 2 large living areas and 2 kitchens/dining areas - on separate floors (the kids will love it :-) 3 meter ceilings; Oak flooring; Japanese style irori (fire pit) dining area seating 10; Large projector wall and 65 inch plasma TV; DVD/audio; fiber-to-the-home Internet connection; 3 minutes from the free shuttle; 4 minutes to lifts;minimum 10 night bookings; includes shared use of 4WD vehicle and many optional extras.

Period Dates Normal Early Bird
Low Nov 26-Dec 4; Apr 4-May 6 ¥ 38,000 ¥ 38,000
Saver Mar 6-Apr 3 ¥ 47,500 ¥ 40,375
Value Dec 12-Dec 18; Jan 23-Feb 12; Feb 20-Mar 5 ¥ 71,250 ¥ 60,563
Powder Dec 19-22; Jan2-22 ¥ 90,250 ¥ 76,713
Holiday Dec 23-Jan 1; Feb 13-Feb 19 ¥ 95,000 ¥ 80,750

ekimne-nature

'Nature' is a blend of modern and traditional; oak flooring; wood-fired stove; 3 large bedrooms sleeping 7 people in 2 over-sized kings and 3 singles - or 7 single-longs as 2 twins and 3 singles. 2 level cabin design suits 4-7 people; projector wall/DVD/audio; fiber-to-the-home Internet connection; designed with smaller dining area for groups/families that will ski/board and mostly eat out.

Period Dates Normal Early Bird
Low Nov 26-Dec 4; Apr 4-May 6 ¥ 30,150 ¥ 30,150
Saver Mar 6-Apr 3 ¥ 33,500 ¥ 28,475
Value Dec 12-Dec 18; Jan 23-Feb 12; Feb 20-Mar 5 ¥ 50,250 ¥ 42,713
Powder Dec 19-22; Jan2-22 ¥ 63,650 ¥ 54,103
Holiday Dec 23-Jan 1; Feb 13-Feb 19 ¥ 67,000 ¥ 56,950

ekimne-peak

The perfect skiing or snowboarding accommodation. One minute walk to the shuttle and 4 minutes from your first lift run. Sleeping 8 people. Peak offers 2 levels of modern snow life. 4 bedrooms each with over-sized kings that can be separated into 4 sets of twins or any combination. Peak has great views of Youtei; large living/bar style dining and lofted ceilings; Nara wood flooring; Large projector wall/DVD/audio; fiber-to-the-home Internet connection; drying room; 1 minute from the free shuttle; 4 minutes to lifts;minimum 5 night bookings; includes shared use of 4WD vehicle and many optional extras. One of the best houses in Niseko.

Period Dates Normal Early Bird
Low Nov 26-Dec 4; Apr 4-May 6 ¥ 30,150 ¥ 30,150
Saver Mar 6-Apr 3 ¥ 33,500 ¥ 28,475
Value Dec 12-Dec 18; Jan 23-Feb 12; Feb 20-Mar 5 ¥ 50,250 ¥ 42,713
Powder Dec 19-22; Jan2-22 ¥ 63,650 ¥ 54,103
Holiday Dec 23-Jan 1; Feb 13-Feb 19 ¥ 67,000 ¥ 56,950

ekimne-casi 67

'Casi 67' is a large 4 bedroom 8 person super-lodge; designed as a dual key residence that can be rented in halves as 2 bedroom - both with ensuites; 2 level; large living and dining; outdoor 4 person snow spa; or a combined 4 bedroom, 2 kitchen; 2 living area; single residence. Casi 67 is located 1 minute from the free-shuttle and then 4 minutes to the nearest lift/gondola. This is one of the newest and most sought-after lodges in Hirafu. Minimum 7 night bookings; includes shared use of 4WD vehicle and many optional extras.

Period Dates Normal Early Bird
Low Nov 26-Dec 4; Apr 4-May 6 POA POA
Saver Mar 6-Apr 3 POA POA
Value Dec 12-Dec 18; Jan 23-Feb 12; Feb 20-Mar 5 POA POA
Powder Dec 19-22; Jan2-22 POA POA
Holiday Dec 23-Jan 1; Feb 13-Feb 19 POA POA

ekimne-hangloose

'hangloose' is the best-value backpacker accommodation in Niseko - bar none. This lodge was/is home to some of Japan's hottest skiers and boarders and has featured in many boarding films. All rooms are twins or quads and shower/bath/toilet facilities are shared. Large living area and wood fired stove. The lodge is 20 seconds from the nearest shuttle stop and from there you are no more than 4 minutes to a lift/gondola. Sleeps a total of 30-40 guests - bookings from one night to an entire season.

Period Dates Normal Early Bird
Low Nov 26-Dec 4; Apr 4-May 6 ¥ 70,000 ¥ 70,000
Saver Mar 6-Apr 3 ¥ 70,000 ¥ 59,500
Value Dec 12-Dec 18; Jan 23-Feb 12; Feb 20-Mar 5 ¥ 70,000 ¥ 59,500
Powder Dec 19-22; Jan2-22 ¥ 70,000 ¥ 59,500
Holiday Dec 23-Jan 1; Feb 13-Feb 19 ¥ 70,000 ¥ 59,500