>

Hirafu Village, Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan

The Vale Niseko’s ski-in, ski-out location delivers 2100 acres of sublime powder terrain and all village amenities literally to your doorstep.

The site sits above an existing onsen from which the natural hot water is used to supply heating, water to private and public onsens throughout the building.

Comprised of 49 one, two and three bedroom accommodations, guests can enjoy the comfort and spaciousness of fully equipped luxury apartments packaged with the amenities of a 5-star hotel.

Guests can relax with a Vale cocktail by the heated pool, soak away the day in the rich mineral waters at The Vale Onsen, relive the deep snows of the day over dinner at the Vale Bar and Grill, sink into the lounges enjoying the flames of fire… or just retire and ease into slumber on pillow-top feather beds.

LOCATION
Upper Hirafu Village, Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan
BEDROOMS
Studios
1- to 3-bedroom apartments
3-bedroom penthouses
AMENITIES
Spa
Heated pool
Restaurant with bar
Après ski terrace
Main outdoor public onsen
Private onsen baths in select units with frameless glass balconies
CONCIERGE
Complimentary ski valet service
Housekeeping every second day
Mid-clean every 5 nights

The Vale Niseko is located at the bottom of Upper Hirafu Village, the bustling heart of Hirafu.
Alongside the ski slope and with everything from restaurants, bars, convenience stores, wine cellars, ski schools and rental shops all close by, location really doesn’t get any better.
The ski lifts are out the ski locker room onto the family slope, or out the front door and onto a bus to any other lift in the village.
The Vale Niseko provides 49 one, two and three bedroom apartments, and five-star hotel rooms. Extra beds are futon mattresses that can be laid on the floor in traditional tatami (woven-straw mat) rooms or in living areas.
All rooms have designer bathrooms featuring stone and hardwood timbers. There are a number of different bathroom configurations in each apartment size, most with at least one ensuite.
The kitchens are full-featured with high quality European and Japanese appliances including cooktops, ovens, microwaves, dishwashers and fridges, however there is minimal bench space for preparing large meals.
Views are either of the surrounding village, Mt Yotei, or the ski slope and forest and prices vary based on that premise. Mt Yotei views attract a higher price with ski mountain views attracting top dollar.
3 Bedroom Yotei Panorama Onsen Penthouse
– Lever 6
– Private outdoor onsen bath on balcony looking towards Mt Yotei
– Custom oak dining table
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchen offering Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster
– Refrigerator with freezer and ice maker for apres cocktails
– 8 seater original timber dining table, perfect for entertaining
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Individual climate control
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Designer bathrooms featuring oversized stone bathtub and hardwood timbers
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
3 Bedroom Ski View Deluxe Apartment with Onsen
– Level 4 & 5
– Private outdoor onsen bath on balcony looking towards Mt Yotei
– Custom oak dining table
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchen offering Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster
– Refrigerator with freezer and ice maker for apres cocktails
– 8 seater original timber dining table, perfect for entertaining
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Individual climate control
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Designer bathrooms featuring oversized stone bathtub and hardwood timbers
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
3 Bedroom Ski Side Deluxe Apartment with Onsen
– Level 4 & 5
– Private outdoor onsen bath on balcony looking towards Mt Yotei
– Custom oak dining table
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchen offering Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster
– Refrigerator with freezer and ice maker for apres cocktails
– 8 seater original timber dining table, perfect for entertaining
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Individual climate control
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Designer bathrooms featuring oversized stone bathtub and hardwood timbers
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
2 Bedroom Ski View Deluxe Apartment with Onsen
– Level 4 – 5
– Private outdoor onsen bath on balcony
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
2 Bedroom Ski View/Ski Side Apartment with Onsen
– Level 2 – 3
– Private outdoor onsen bath on balcony
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
3 Bedroom Yotei View Apartment
– Level 2 – 5
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
3 Bedroom Resort View Apartment with Bunk Room
– Level 2 – 3
– Designed to accommodate up to 4 Adults & 4 Children
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
3 Bedroom Resort View Apartment
– Level 4 – 5
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
3 Bedroom Birch View Apartment
– Level 4 – 5
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
2 Bedroom Yotei View Apartment
– Level 2 – 5
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
2 Bedroom Resort View Deluxe Apartment
– Level 4 – 5
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
2 Bedroom Resort View Apartment with Bunk Room
– Level 2 – 3
– Designed to accommodate 2 Adults & 4 Children
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
2 Bedroom Village View Apartment
– Level 2 – 5
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
1 Bedroom Apartment with Murphy Bed
– Level 2 – 3
– Hidden pull down bed in the living area
– Smart Fireplace
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Heated coat racks for ski gear
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
Studio
– Level 2 – 5
– Private balconies
– Designer bathrooms featuring stone and hardwood timbers
– Designer kitchens offering European and Japanese appliances – Miele cook top, dishwasher, microwave
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
Superior Hotel Room
– Ground floor
– Designer bathrooms featuring stone and hardwood timbers
– Huge, oversized stone bathtub to relax int
– Kitchenette including convection microwave, kettle, toaster and refrigerator
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
Deluxe Hotel Room
– Ground floor
– Designer bathrooms featuring stone and hardwood timbers
– Huge, oversized stone bathtub to relax int
– Kitchenette including convection microwave, kettle, toaster and refrigerator
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
Standard Hotel Room
– Ground floor
– Designer bathrooms featuring stone and hardwood timbers
– Huge, oversized stone bathtub to relax int
– Kitchenette including convection microwave, kettle, toaster and refrigerator
– Kettle, toaster, full-size refrigerator with freezer
– In-room laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
– Choice of configuration to a king or twin beds
Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan

A world-class ski destination, Niseko receives 14m of snow per season on average. Offering 38 lifts, 4 developed, inter-linked resorts, 47km of groomed slopes, 1000m of vertical, and the longest run stretching 5600m, Niseko is the largest of Hokkaido’s ski areas, and overall the most well-rounded winter resort on the island.
There is a good mix of groomed runs for all levels, from first-timers through expert powder hounds. There is also a terrain park with half-pipes, table tops, round quarters and rails etc… a variety of terrain to suit boarders of different abilities.
That being said, novices going down the slope for the first time may want to avoid the crowds in peak powder season and consider some of the quieter times (spring).
Features
  • JAPANESE BATH/ONSEN
  • KIDS' BEDROOM
  • NEAR CITY CENTER
Different rates for using
  • 1 bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 3 bedrooms

DAILY RENTAL STARTING AT

$2,640 $2,508/night

Rates vary according to seasonality. Contact us to discuss your holiday needs.

BOOK NOW

Staying with us
  • Travel concierge: We listen to help you plan
  • For big villas and chalets, special rates for smaller groups (reduced occupancy)
  • Limited time deals, exclusive perks
  • The best rates, guaranteed
BABYSITTING & DAYCARE BY NISEKO KIDS CLUB

For parents, a family vacation can sometimes feel like no vacation. Finding holiday babysitters in Niseko can be a challenge, until Niseko Kids Club gets it sorted with its network of English-speaking childcare professionals that serve various location in Niseko, from Hirafu to Moiwa.

Daycare – international daycare center with 2 convenient locations: at the base of the Hirafu family chair lift, inside AYA Niseko and at the base of Hanazono, inside Hanazono 308

Babysitting – 24 hour, on-call, private babysitting services with experienced, qualified and English speaking childcare professionals servicing children from newborn to 15 years

Baby equipment rental – quality childcare equipment including full size cribs, highchairs, all terrain strollers, toys and more to families traveling with infants and toddlers
Hosted parties – unforgettable parties organized and supervised, tailored to your individual requests, or choose from many themes

DRIVING IN JAPAN
It is not possible to drive in Japan with just your driving licence issued in your home country. Japan only recognises International Driving Permits based on the 1949 Geneva Convention. Before arriving in Japan you must obtain your International Driving Permit from the national Automobile Association in the country which issued your licence. If you are unsure if you hold the correct license, please contact your authority for further information.
TRAVEL CONCIERGE
Planning your holiday, we are with you every step along the way.
If the chalet of your choice is already booked, our team is happy to suggest equivalent alternatives and take care of the details. You can expect your vacation to be personalized to suit your tastes.
We make arrangements for these pre-arrival logistics for you:

 

Airport transfer
The drive is between 2–3 hours from New Chitose Airport to Niseko.
Your driver will meet you at the airport arrival gate and then drive you the 2.5 – 3 hours to Hirafu and drop you at the door of your accommodation. You will be greeted and checked in by a dedicated staff, who be on stand by to provide handy tourist information about the Hirafu ski resort and your chalet. Rates vary depending on group number and vehicle used. Get in touch for details.
– Limousine service
If you are looking for a luxury way of traveling, you can also choose a limousine service. The 6-7 seater vehicle can be likened to a private jet, with luxurious white leather reclining armchairs, full cabin attendance and complimentary refreshments. The passenger area is fully equipped with a toilet, refrigerator, television, CD and DVD.

 

Dining
A private chef may be booked in advance for a unique in-house dining experience, catered meals in the privacy of the chalet can be arranged, with the choice of:
Japanese/international breakfasts
Japanese dinners featuring sushi and sukiyaki
International dinners
Sushi and nabe set delivery services available.
We recommend qualified chefs from Niseko Gourmet.

 

Ski equipment rental
You should definitely book your rentals in advance to ensure your ideal rental equipment is available. Peak season is extremely busy and rentals can sell out quickly.

 

Ski Lessons
We highly recommend booking your lessons before the trip – Lessons book out months in advance for peak season, and even during the quieter periods you should pre-book so that the lesson can fit in smoothly to your holiday schedule.
Loading Maps

NOT WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR? TRY YOUR SEARCH AGAIN