Hotels near Ikenotaira Ski Resort and Hot Spring Area in Myoko

I was surprised because there is only wifi near the front desk, but it was good to be able to cut off my smartphone. Due to the deep snow, the truck got addicted to the inn and the return was late.

I stayed at the Route Inn Hotel everywhere, but it was old from what to what. The key to the room was a key hole key that was not auto locked, and there was no outlet to charge the bed, and the alarm clock was also at the desk and was inconvenient. The public bath was narrow and the dressing room was so narrow that it became dense. The salvation was usually clean and clean. It was very good that the next door was a convenience store.

We (family of 5 – kids aged 18, 15 and 11) visited for 5 days just as the ski season opened in December 2023. We were on a Luxury Escapes 5 night/4 day ski lift package. We chose Lotte Arai as we heard it was an excellent place for beginners. Unfortunately our experience was not positive. Luxury Escapes were not transparent at the time of booking that we were right on the cusp of season opening, which would have influenced our booking decision. Weather was not favourable and unfortunately the snow was not sufficient to fully open on 15/12 as planned (not LE or Lotte Arai's fault of course). This coupled with a broken chair lift (which Lotte Arai did not disclose - we only discovered when we arrived) and another chair lift that couldn't run due to lack of staff, meant our ski options (as beginners) were limited to one 350m run. 4 days of limited ski options at top $ was incredibly disappointing and no way reflective of the quality experiences we had with LE previously. We stayed in a lovely room in the Lodge part of Lotte Arai resort. Spacious comfortable room, somewhat tired bathroom. The resort is a hodgepodge of different buildings that connect only on different floors (it seems the property has grown organically over 30+ years with no real thought to full integration). Navigating from the Lodge to breakfast and the onsen took some planning, especially as one part was almost outdoors, in freezing conditions. Meals were at the buffet styled Plate restaurant in Lotte Arai Hotel (a full 700m walk involving a lift ride, outside (albeit undercover) walk and flight of stairs from our room) which was more akin to 3/3.5 star standard. On the plus side the bus transfer to and from Joetsu-Myoko train station was great; we really enjoyed a lovely dinner at the Japanese restaurant Asahi and the outside onsen was lovely. The separately run Myoko Snowsports school is exceptional and the resort's ski hire enterprise rents quality gear. Plus our step count walking around the various buildings was high! Lotte Arai staff were warm and tried to help best they could. But truthfully for a resort claiming to be 5 star, staff were not as polished or proficient, as elsewhere on our Japan trip. Communication in advance to organise meals etc. was difficult - often multiple days' wait for response and sometimes no response at all. We did speak to the Manager on duty on our last day to offer feedback. He was pleasant and listened. He offered a bottle of wine and free access to swimming pool and indoor climbing wall. Luxury Escapes similarly listened to our concerns and offered a $300 voucher for next booking. On a $4.7k booking it felt more symbolic than significant. All in all the most disappointing days of our holiday. We spent A$6k incl. ski gear on a ”special deal” - it was by far the worst value on a 3.5 week holiday trekking around Japan.

The hotel gave a mountain view room, which is very good, and you can see different scenery every day. The hotel has complete facilities and high cost performance

Great location, hospitality, Australia, NZ staff, the landlady, and the best hospitality. I also want to stay next time. Ambience of coming abroad Next to it is from NZ and next to Australia Fun and friendly Meals are full of volume and taste good I want to come next season Cospa is excellent If you are in Akakura Onsen, it is a recommended inn. It's an outdoor bath, and it's fashionable to have snowy sake. Let's go See you there

We used it for 8,000 yen per night using the prefectural campaign. Myoko's own coupon is given 2,000 yen per person and is real 6,000 yen. The facilities are renovated, but they are quite clean. The children's play room is also large and seems to be good for children. The library space was fashionable, and the wellness of the lime resort was realized. The rooms are very relaxing and the building is quite good. The quality of the hot spring was also good with the flat area of the pond. Shampoos are also good quality and are neat. The meal was delicious and the main style was available for dinner, but there are many volumes and it seems to be a bit painful for older people. It is a nice hotel even if it is deducted. This time, there is no complaint because it is 6000 yen for two meals per night. However, if it is usually sold at 15,000 yen 〜, there is a little high feeling. It seems that it will repeat if it can be easily used by the family at about 10,000 yen. You can recommend it as a myoko area.

A real friendly hotel with stunning view. Excellent services with nice and friendly staff to help around. I will definitely recommend to others if they are going to travel here. highly recommend to all kinds of travellers who enjoy good services and good mountain view. Simply in love with it very much. enjoy and thanks.

- background The hotel representative did mistake to charge ¥1300 yen less (not fulfill coupon requirement) when I checked in: “another manager officially acknowledged their mistake.” Action: - calling to my room! - posting memo to come to the front desk right away!! - taking about one hour at the front desk to solve the issue even in the evening !!! Question and problem - why not ask me to correct the difference in the checkout? (Seems their awful business rule) - no understanding customer’s time and how to solve issues with the customer (my hourly wage should be more than ¥1300 but even their due to their mistake) Summary and action: Although the representative accepted their mistake (coupon applied-just ¥1300), they spent about 1hour to solve an issue and keep awfully asking me to come the front desk during the stay. Why not ask when I checked out? Definitely it might be related to their unacceptable business system. It seems that the hotel employees are not understanding what the hotel business is and the concept of hospitality especially solving issues of customers Unlike their competitors like APA and Dormy-in, it is such a poor service and not well maintained hotel itself. I am not using anymore my stays chains and not recommend at all. I am also exploring any action to payback my time from their service. In the bottom line, hopefully the Covid-19 will impact on this kind of business to remind not even omotenashi, but just basic hotel customer’s very basic right.

The Country Inn Canadian House is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Country Inn Canadian House offers a pleasant stay in Myoko for those traveling for business or leisure.The hotel is conveniently located a short 3km drive from 妙高高原. The nearby area boasts an abundance of attractions including Akakura Onsen Ski Area, Ikenotaira Ski Resort and Hot Spring Area and Akakan Ski Area.At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. Guests of this Myoko hotel can make use of the parking facilities.

With a stay at Madarao Elm Pension in Iiyama (Madarao Mountain Resort), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Madarao Kogen Picture Book Art Museum and 9 minutes by foot from Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. This guesthouse is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort and 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Myoko Kogen.Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.At Madarao Elm Pension, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant.Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and slippers.