Moiwa Lodge - Hostel, nestled in the mountains near Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area, offers a winter wonderland experience. Enjoy ski-in/ski-out access, unwind at the arcade/game room or explore nearby trails with ski passes and a free ski shuttle. With free WiFi and helpful staff by your side to assist you with tour tickets or concierge services.
Niseko-Shakotan-Otarukaigan Quasi-National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Kanro-sui - 20 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 132 min drive
Niseko Station - 12 min drive
Kutchan Station - 25 min drive
Kozawa Station - 42 min drive
Free area shuttle
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Train station drop-off (surcharge)
Train station pick-up (surcharge)
Free ski shuttle
Free bus station shuttle
Restaurants
Eclat - 4 min drive
ぱらだいすヒュッテ - 9 min drive
高橋牧場 ニセコミルク工房 - 6 min drive
FORESTER LOUNGE - 4 min drive
The Lookout Cafe - 16 min drive
About this property
Moiwa Lodge
Placing you just steps from Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort, Moiwa Lodge allows you more time for skiing with ski-in/ski-out access. Guests who don't want to hit the slopes can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is a nice spot to grab a bite to eat. A snack bar/deli and a garden are other highlights. Skiers will appreciate the free ski shuttle, along with access to ski passes and storage.
At a glance
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Hotel size
18 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle from 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM*
Train station shuttle from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM*
Free bus station shuttle
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Offsite
Free area shuttle within 5 kilometers
Free ski shuttle
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Free local shuttle
Children's games
Toys
Musical instruments
What to do
Pool table
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hot springs nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Coworking spaces
Services
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Ski storage
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Built in 1981
Garden
Picnic area
Television in common areas
Communal living room
Arcade/game room
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
Water dispenser
Lockers available
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Ski
Ski-in/ski-out access
Free ski shuttle
Ski passes
Ski storage
Ski lifts nearby
Ski runs nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Ski rental shops
Snowmobiling nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Highchair
More
LED light bulbs
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
The K2 Bar - Onsite bar.
Onsite venue #2 - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 2000 for adults and JPY 1500 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of JPY 7000 per person (one-way)
Train station pick-up and train station drop-off service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 3 and 11 costs JPY 6000 (one-way)
Policies
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.
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Is airport shuttle service offered by Moiwa Lodge ?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM at scheduled times. The charge is JPY 7000 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Moiwa Lodge ?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Moiwa Lodge and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Moiwa Lodge ?
Yes, The K2 Bar offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Moiwa Lodge like?
Moiwa Lodge is a short 1-minute walk from Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort and 16 minutes' walk from Kanro-sui.
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Reviews
Moiwa Lodge Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2026
Awesome ski lodge/hostel! Will definitely be back! Awesome vibes, great space, good breakfast
Jack
Jack, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2022
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
Grace
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 31, 2025
Everyone was nice and the man at the bar was great! We even bought one of his crafted lamps.
The only issue was on the first night, after a lot of travel, the shower ran out of hot water. It was back on the next night but that was not fun.
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2025
The owner is amazing and went out of his way to help me find a lost necklace. Thank you Dirk.
Romina
Romina, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2020
Beautiful lodge and location. Staff were friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 28, 2019
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.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 20, 2019
good
not the best location but a cozy place with helpful staff.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 8, 2019
Quiet and nice cottage for family stay near ski resort.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2019
とても良かったです。また行きたいです
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jan 11, 2019
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.
Brant
Brant, 4-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Dec 13, 2018
仕事泊まったので夜寝るだけだった。
外国語がダメで勝手がわからず苦労した。
masa
masa, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 27, 2018
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.
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.
Erin
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 27, 2017
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.
Ryan
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 26, 2017
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.
Verified traveler
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2017
Great proximity to Moiwa
The staff does a tremendous job to make you feel welcomed and truly cares about their guests.
Jared
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 23, 2017
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!
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.
David
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2015
Taatusti uudestaan.
Ei luxusta, mutta aivan huippu jos ja kun haluaa hiihtaa. Kansainvalinen ymparisto, henkilokunta huippumukava.