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8/10 Very good
Mar 7, 2025
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Winter Whale Lodge
2.0 star property
Kutchan guesthouse in city center
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At Winter Whale Lodge, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU and Niseko Hanazono Resort. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snowboarding.
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8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Laundry facilities
Main amenities (5)
Main amenities (5)
- Microwave in a common area
- Refrigerator in a common area
- Self-serve laundry
- Luggage storage
- TV in a common area
Feel at home (6)
Feel at home (6)
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Separate dining area
- Laundry facilities
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free self parking
- Dining table
Room options
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Superior Double Room, Mountain View
- Mountain view
- 129 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Traditional Twin Room
- City view
- 129 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Superior Double Room, Mountain View
- Mountain view
- 129 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Superior Double Room, Mountain View
- Mountain view
- 129 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Superior Double Room, Mountain View
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Traditional Japanese Tatami Room Near Resort
- Sleeps 2
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Cozy Room Near Resort With Volcano View (Room 2)
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Cozy House Near Resort With Volcano View (Room 3)
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Cozy House Near Resort With Volcano View (Room 1)
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About the neighborhood
2-chome-2-58 Minami 4 Jonishi, Kutchan, Hokkaido, 044-0034
What's nearby
- Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
- Niseko Hanazono Resort - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
- Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU - 15 min drive - 8.4 km
- Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area - 28 min drive - 21.0 km
- Rusutsu Resort - 42 min drive - 37.3 km
Getting around
- New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 123 min drive
- Kutchan Station - 9 min walk
- Kozawa Station - 16 min drive
- Niseko Station - 20 min drive
Restaurants
- 雪庭 - 3 min walk
- 大仁門 - 4 min walk
- お菓子のふじい - 8 min walk
- SPROUT - 8 min walk
- たる鮨 - 7 min walk
About this property
Winter Whale Lodge
At Winter Whale Lodge, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU and Niseko Hanazono Resort. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snowboarding.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 4 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
- There is no front desk at this property
- Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
- You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
- A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
- Pets not allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Parking
- Free uncovered onsite self parking
- Free offsite parking within 82 ft
- Street parking available
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
What to do
- Ski runs nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
Working away
- Coworking spaces
Services
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Virtual front desk
Facilities
- Television in common areas
Accessibility
- Handrails in stairways
- Stairway handrail height (inches): 40
- Well-lit path to entrance
- 5 stairs to reach property
- Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
- Heating
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
What to enjoy
- Separate dining area
- Heated floors
Freshen up
- 2 bathrooms
- Shower only
- Soap and shampoo
- Hair dryer
- Towels
- Toilet paper
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Food and drink
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Microwave
- Shared kitchen access
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Free bottled water
- Cookware, dishes, and utensils
- Dining table
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.
- An effective city/local tax rate of 3.00 percent will be charged
- Cleaning fee: JPY 5000 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
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.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Property Registration Number M010044389
Also known as
Winter Whale Lodge Kutchan
Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse
Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse Kutchan
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Winter Whale Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Winter Whale Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Winter Whale Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Winter Whale Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like snowboarding and skiing.
What's the area around Winter Whale Lodge like?
Winter Whale Lodge is in the heart of Kutchan, a short 9-minute walk from Kutchan Station and 18 minutes' walk from Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area.
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Reviews
Winter Whale Lodge Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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7.0
Cleanliness
7.0
Staff & service
7.0
Property conditions & facilities
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8/10 Very good
Feb 6, 2025
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