Offering traditional Japanese-style rooms, Akakura Akarien is only a 5-minute walk from Akakura Hot Spring Ski Area. JR Myoko Kogen Train Station is a 10-minute drive away. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding on mattresses. Heating facilities are provided in each room. Japanese Yukata robes and towels are provided for all guests. Bathrooms, shower rooms and toilets are shared. Luggage storage are provided at the front desk. Ski storage is available. Breakfast is served at the dining room and dinner is also available at an additional fee. Akarien Akakura is a 14-minute walk from Akakura Kanko Ski Resort. Lake Nojiri is a 15-minute drive away. The property offers shuttle service to Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort, Lotte Arai Resort and Madarao for an additional fee.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.8
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  • Amy
    Australia Australia
    Great mix of contemporary and traditional accommodation in the heart of the Myoko village. Breakfast, bar and onsen all wonderful. Incredibly clean and the friendliest of staff. Carlo is the perfect host.
  • Nicholas
    Australia Australia
    - 2min walk to chairlift and ski rental places, and loads of cute restaurants - Great hot breakfasts every morning - Traditional japanese rooms - Carlo was really flexible in doing a concierge service to get us to other local resorts and the...
  • Bart
    Australia Australia
    AA has a very friendly and exceptionally helpful staff. It's very clean and tidy, recently renovated. AA is very well located in the centre of Myoko Kogen, close to shops and restaurants. Also it's very close to transport, shuttle bus is just nearby.

Hosted by Drew Innes

9.3
9.3
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Drew Innes
Purchased in October 2018 and having a light renovation to appeal to western ski enthusiast and families, Akakura Akarien Hotel has been designed to operate as a bed & breakfast ski lodge with a variety of room configurations. . With a focus on comfort, style and good old fashioned mountain hospitality - we love making sure our guests have an amazing stay, never want to leave and always want to return back to the comfort and convenience of Akakura Akarien Hotel. . Akakura Akarien Hotel has 11 Rooms; > Twin Share rooms with shared bathroom x 2, Triple Share rooms with shared bathroom x 7 and Family room / Quad Share with shared bathroom x 2. > Western shower room on the lower ground ( private ) > Male & Female shared bathhouse ( lockable for private use ). . The lodge is equipped with a full commercial kitchen, dining room, bar, games room, laundry, ski drying room and is conveniently located an easy 200m walk to the ski runs. Local shops and restaurants are an easy 1-minute walk away. The hotel is literally right in the middle of the bars and restaurants. . We perfectly cater for the discerning guests that are looking for a fantastic location close to everything.
Drew is a Ski Enthusiast passionate about skiing and ensuring our guests have their best winter holiday vacation whilst staying at Akakura Akarien. He's an adoring husband to Lulu and father to Levi and Avalon and the family has grown up with a love of skiing, particularly in Japan.
Convenient Access Akakura Onsen is the actual town name, located within Myoko Kogen, Niigata. It is an easy 1hr 45 min Shinkansen from Tokyo to Nagano where you can connect with the local Myoko train ( this trip along the river is spectacular in snowy conditions ) which takes approx. 30 minutes. When you arrive at Myoko Station our car can be there to collect you OR it's a 10-minute taxi ride to the Hotel. World Class Ski School & Ski Rental Myoko Snow Sports is located on Akakura Ginza strip ( the main street ) and has built a reputation for providing world-class ski lessons and equipment for people of all ages. As a parent, it's important to know that your kids are taken care of throughout the day to give you the freedom and flexibility to go riding. The snow sports building is 1 minute from the Hotel. Established Town Center with Restaurants & Bars Japan is not known for its Apre Ski scene and that's somewhat of the case in Akakura Onsen, however, there are plenty of quality dining options and bars on the main street just 1-minute from the Hotel. You can get a diverse range of cuisine and we can advise on dining options.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Akarien
    • Cuisine
      American • Australian • Asian
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Akakura Akarien
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Skiing
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Shared bathroom
Ski
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski rental on site
  • Ski school
    Additional charge
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Skiing
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs ¥1,000 per day.
    Services
    • Baggage storage
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Spa
    • Massage chair
    • Public Bath
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practice

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    House rules

    Akakura Akarien takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Akakura Akarien of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    License number: 6-48