The Vale Niseko, near Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu, offers upscale apartments with direct ski access and an indoor public bath. Guests can book spa treatments, enjoy winter activities like snowmobiling, or savor a fireside meal at Vale Bar & Grill.
Kutchan is home to The Vale Niseko. Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU and Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Rusutsu Resort and Niseko-Shakotan-Otarukaigan Quasi-National Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Kutchan travel guide
At The Vale Niseko, you can look forward to a sauna, a restaurant, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the indoor private onsen or the indoor private bath. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
A seasonal outdoor pool
Free self parking
Hot springs on site and an elevator
Room features
All 91 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi, desk chairs, and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Heating and fans
Hair dryers and shampoo
40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
Private indoor bath (no minerals) in communal space
Private indoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
Sauna
Seasonal outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
Limited onsite self parking (max 2 spaces per unit)
Family friendly
Children stay free (see details)
Restaurants on site
Vale Bar and Grill
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Toaster
Dining
A restaurant
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch smart TV with satellite channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Fan
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Limited-hour front desk
Safe
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Security system
Fire extinguisher
General
6 floors
91 units
Built in 2008
Housekeeping (on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests may be required to change rooms during their stay. Room upgrades are subject to availability.
From April 27, 2026 to November 30, 2026, reception is open from 9 AM-6 PM. From December 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027, reception is open from 7 AM-10 PM. Guests arriving after hours must contact the property in advance to arrange check-in.
The listed optional crib/infant bed fee applies every 4 nights.
Breakfast is not included in Breakfast rates for children ages 0-5, and can be requested onsite for the listed child breakfast fee.
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from June 10 2026 to November 30 2026 (dates subject to change):
One of the dining venues
Breakfast
Hot springs
Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from May 29 to November 30:
Hot springs
Swimming pool
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.
A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night
An effective city/local tax rate of 3.00 percent will be charged
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from December 01 to March 31
Hot springs access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities
Frequently asked questions
Does The Vale Niseko have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from May 29 to November 30. The pool will be unavailable from June 10 2026 to November 30 2026 (dates subject to change).
How much does it cost to stay at The Vale Niseko?
As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Vale Niseko on Aug 9, 2026 start from ₩362,716, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Vale Niseko pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Vale Niseko?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Vale Niseko?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is The Vale Niseko located?
Situated in Kutchan, this aparthotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Niseko-Shakotan-Otarukaigan Quasi-National Park and Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU. Noasc and Niseko Takahashi Dairy Farm are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
The Vale Niseko Reviews
7.8
Good
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First time in Niseko, but this hotel seems to check all the boxes. Essentially ski in ski out, the onsen was our favourite of the trip, all staff were lovely.
Nicholas
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Taylor
Feb 11, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff were excellent. The room was fantastic. I think our hot tub but a bit dirty but other than that we loved it. Huge room, ski n ski out, incredibly help staff. The onsite restaurant food was terrible but the hotel itself was great.
Aimee
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Liam James Whitley
Apr 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Modern comfort with convenience. Great location and easily accessible to many shops and restaurants.
Siu Kuen
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Kipling
Mar 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Luxury at a reasonable price
The property is about 50 yards from the ski lift. The room is spacious and well appointed. We had a kitchenette with fridge and microwave as well as flatware. The Onsen is smaller but nice and comfortable / relaxing.
Kipling
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Wiki
Jan 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
View from the room and the distance to skii lift is fantastic. Hot water in bathroom hot for a while, cold for a while, very unpredictable and made showering not pleasant at all, and this happens in all the shower room in the unit I stayed in. Many bugs in the room, most of it dead, looks like house keeping didn't see underneath the sofa chairs. I stayed for 10 days, they only cleaned the room every 2 days, 1st and 3rd day they replenish the amenities for the facial lotion that comes in a small bag, after that, seems like they don't keep up the standard to replenish anymore. Concierge doesn't seems professional enough to know their maps well, each time I ask for nearby food, no particular brand, maybe just ask nearest ramen store, they have to take 20-30mins to see the map to give an answer.. dryer in unit is a very old model and old brand, you can smell the burnt smell on your hair after using it, for a 5 star hotel, I would really expected more on the standard. Feeling from this hotel.. everything is a no, there's no leeway, should be more accommodating and more open to customers to provide a better service and happy customers so that they will come back again in future.
The hotel itself is very nice—clean, spacious rooms with all the amenities you’d expect, including kimonos for the onsen. There’s a good restaurant, a ski rental shop, and the location is ideal as a true ski-in, ski-out hotel.
However, I’m giving a low score due to the poor arrival experience. Before our trip, the guest experience team offered to help arrange rentals, transfers, and lift passes. After booking the airport transfer through them, they mentioned a complimentary shuttle from the drop-off point (5 minutes from the hotel).
At the airport, we were early enough to catch an earlier transfer, but despite the bus being half empty, we were denied boarding. By the time another staff member offered to help, the bus had already left. Once we got to Hirafu, there was no hotel shuttle waiting for us as promised. We immediately emailed the guest experience employee who had arranged everything but never received a response. Without a Japanese SIM card and no WhatsApp contact, we were stuck outside in the snow with our luggage getting soaked until another hotel from the same group called on our behalf. Eventually, the shuttle arrived.
On departure, the airport transfer also ran late, and we nearly missed our flight. We later found out there were more convenient transfer options, but the hotel likely promoted their affiliated company instead.
Overall, the hotel is good, but service felt more like a push for their group’s packages rather than what was best for us.
Location is extremely convenient for me to have snowboarding and overall service is excellent.
But I think the breakfast can improve a bit.
Tsz Chun
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Shaun
Jan 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This hotel is conveniently located. Rooms are generous and suite had a small though useable kitchenette. Staff were most helpful. My partner had a ski accident and staff were exceptional in accommodating her requests for transport to hospital, crutches etc. we are most grateful. Thoroughly recommend this hotel.
hotel is nice, staffs are nice, ski rental is at the hotel, free shuttle to Hanazono is stopping at the front of hotel. everything is so convenience. only one thing has to improve is the wifi ---- soooooo weak that I cant upload or download any videos.