Owashi Lodge
8.2
Excellent(171 reviews)
Owashi Lodge 1 Jyo 3-6-35 Niseko, Nisekohirafu 1 Jo, Kutchan, Abuta District, Hokkaido 044-0080, Japan
+81 136-55-8494
+2
Hotel Description
Owashi Lodge, located at 1 Jyo 3-6-35 Niseko, Nisekohirafu 1 Jo, Kutchan, Abuta District, Hokkaido 044-0080, Japan, is a cozy and affordable hostel situated in the vibrant heart of the Niseko region. Just 1 km away from the renowned Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu ski area, this lodge provides easy access to some of the best skiing and snowboarding in Japan. With its minimalist, utilitarian design, the lodge exudes a simple, yet warm and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for travelers looking for a relaxed base while enjoying the outdoors. In addition to its proximity to the Grand Hirafu Gondola, guests are also within walking distance of various shops, restaurants, and bars, making the lodge an ideal choice for both adventure-seekers and those looking to unwind.
The rooms at Owashi Lodge are designed for both comfort and functionality, offering a variety of options to suit different needs. The bright, single-sex and mixed-gender dormitories feature bunk beds, free Wi-Fi, and shared bathrooms, creating a relaxed and social atmosphere for guests. For those seeking more privacy, private rooms are also available, providing a peaceful retreat after a day on the slopes. Despite the simple decor, the rooms are spacious and cozy, ensuring a restful stay for all types of travelers.
The lodge provides a range of amenities designed to enhance the guest experience. A fully-equipped communal kitchen allows guests to prepare their own meals, while a seasonal café/bar offers a comfortable place to relax and enjoy a drink. For entertainment, the lodge features a lounge with a pool table, table tennis, and a flat-screen TV, making it a great place to unwind and socialize. Ski equipment rentals and storage are also available, ensuring that guests have everything they need for a day on the slopes. Additional conveniences include a coin-operated laundry for guests who want to refresh their clothes during their stay.
Owashi Lodge's location is highly accessible, with several transportation options nearby. The Hirafu Welcome Center is just a short 7-minute walk away, while Hirafu Station is a mere 8-minute taxi ride. For those arriving by air, New Chitose Airport is approximately 2 hours away by taxi, while Sapporo Okadama Airport is about 1 hour and 51 minutes by taxi. These convenient transport links make it easy to explore the surrounding area or venture further into Hokkaido.
In terms of health and safety, Owashi Lodge is committed to providing a safe and clean environment for all guests. The hostel follows strict hygiene protocols, and its shared spaces are regularly sanitized to ensure the well-being of its visitors. Whether you're staying in a dorm or a private room, you can rest assured that your safety and comfort are a priority.
For those looking to explore the area, there are plenty of things to do both in and around the lodge. During the winter months, skiing and snowboarding are top activities, with the Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu and Niseko Hanazono Resort just a short distance away. In summer, guests can enjoy hiking and other outdoor adventures, including visits to nearby landmarks such as Mount Yōtei, which resembles Mt. Fuji. Niseko Village, with its luxurious accommodations, hot springs, and spas, is also a popular destination for relaxation and recreation.
Guests can also explore nearby restaurants, offering a wide range of cuisines from Japanese to international dishes. Some popular dining spots include local eateries that specialize in Hokkaido's fresh seafood, ramen, and traditional Japanese fare. Visitors can enjoy unique dining experiences, from casual meals to fine dining, all within easy reach of Owashi Lodge.
In conclusion, Owashi Lodge offers a perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and affordable lodging. With its proximity to top ski resorts, accessibility to transportation, and commitment to guest satisfaction, it’s an ideal place for both winter sports enthusiasts and those looking to experience the beauty of Niseko year-round. Whether you're traveling solo, with friends, or as a couple, Owashi Lodge invites you to come and experience all it has to offer.
The rooms at Owashi Lodge are designed for both comfort and functionality, offering a variety of options to suit different needs. The bright, single-sex and mixed-gender dormitories feature bunk beds, free Wi-Fi, and shared bathrooms, creating a relaxed and social atmosphere for guests. For those seeking more privacy, private rooms are also available, providing a peaceful retreat after a day on the slopes. Despite the simple decor, the rooms are spacious and cozy, ensuring a restful stay for all types of travelers.
The lodge provides a range of amenities designed to enhance the guest experience. A fully-equipped communal kitchen allows guests to prepare their own meals, while a seasonal café/bar offers a comfortable place to relax and enjoy a drink. For entertainment, the lodge features a lounge with a pool table, table tennis, and a flat-screen TV, making it a great place to unwind and socialize. Ski equipment rentals and storage are also available, ensuring that guests have everything they need for a day on the slopes. Additional conveniences include a coin-operated laundry for guests who want to refresh their clothes during their stay.
Owashi Lodge's location is highly accessible, with several transportation options nearby. The Hirafu Welcome Center is just a short 7-minute walk away, while Hirafu Station is a mere 8-minute taxi ride. For those arriving by air, New Chitose Airport is approximately 2 hours away by taxi, while Sapporo Okadama Airport is about 1 hour and 51 minutes by taxi. These convenient transport links make it easy to explore the surrounding area or venture further into Hokkaido.
In terms of health and safety, Owashi Lodge is committed to providing a safe and clean environment for all guests. The hostel follows strict hygiene protocols, and its shared spaces are regularly sanitized to ensure the well-being of its visitors. Whether you're staying in a dorm or a private room, you can rest assured that your safety and comfort are a priority.
For those looking to explore the area, there are plenty of things to do both in and around the lodge. During the winter months, skiing and snowboarding are top activities, with the Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu and Niseko Hanazono Resort just a short distance away. In summer, guests can enjoy hiking and other outdoor adventures, including visits to nearby landmarks such as Mount Yōtei, which resembles Mt. Fuji. Niseko Village, with its luxurious accommodations, hot springs, and spas, is also a popular destination for relaxation and recreation.
Guests can also explore nearby restaurants, offering a wide range of cuisines from Japanese to international dishes. Some popular dining spots include local eateries that specialize in Hokkaido's fresh seafood, ramen, and traditional Japanese fare. Visitors can enjoy unique dining experiences, from casual meals to fine dining, all within easy reach of Owashi Lodge.
In conclusion, Owashi Lodge offers a perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and affordable lodging. With its proximity to top ski resorts, accessibility to transportation, and commitment to guest satisfaction, it’s an ideal place for both winter sports enthusiasts and those looking to experience the beauty of Niseko year-round. Whether you're traveling solo, with friends, or as a couple, Owashi Lodge invites you to come and experience all it has to offer.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Walking distance to Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu and Grand Hirafu Gondola
2. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful service
3. The lodge features a spacious game room for entertainment
4. Conveniently located near ski equipment rentals and storage
5. Seasonal café/bar offering a cozy space to relax
6. Fully-equipped communal kitchen for guest use
7. Just a short walk to the Hirafu Welcome Center
8. Close proximity to various restaurants and bars
9. No pets allowed to maintain a peaceful environment
10. Modern amenities like free Wi-Fi and air conditioning
9.2 Exceptional
Location rating
Top sights
Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu
11 min
Niseko Hanazono Resort12 min
Niseko Annupuri Kokusai Ski Area15 min
Niseko Village13 min
Mount Yōtei36 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Location rating | 9.2 |
| Nearest airport | Sapporo Okadama Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 1 hr 51 min |
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Location
Owashi Lodge 1 Jyo 3-6-35 Niseko, Nisekohirafu 1 Jo, Kutchan, Abuta District, Hokkaido 044-0080, Japan
Airports:
New Chitose Airport
Taxi: 2 hr 4 min
Transit: 3 hr 9 min
Sapporo Okadama Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 51 min
Transit: 3 hr 41 min
Transit:
Hirafu Welcome Center
Walking: 7 min
Hirafu Station
Taxi: 8 min
Walking: 51 min
Hirafu Jujigai
Walking: 6 min
Nearby locations
9.2
Exceptional Location
This low-key hostel is 1 km from the Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu ski area, 5 km from Hirafu train station and 17 km from Mount Yōtei.
Top Attractions
Amenities and Facilities
Activities
Game room
Pets
No pets
Food & drink
Restaurant
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
Rooms
Air conditioning
Reviews
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8.4
49 reviews
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2
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MAN TI WU
1/5
A few words: Horror Hostel, the worst backpacker hostel I have ever stayed in
可樂可樂
4/5
There is no elevator, so it is a bit hard to carry luggage. The bathroom and toilet for girls are on the third floor, so remember to bring slippers!
성춘
5/5
It's nice because it's close to the lift, but it's very expensive.
Rianna Mckenzie
2/5
Great location, walking distance to ski lifts and the main grand hirafu area and great price for a budget conscious solo traveller. Staff were friendly and helpful, and included breakfast was solid. Bed was clean.Drying room was far too small for the number of people using it. Dorms are small with no locker storage for valuables, have creaky bunk beds and one power strip to share between 8 people. No early check in. Phone often rang at reception and staff would ignore it. Bathrooms are mouldy. No common lounge area to chill and meet people unless you want to sit in the basement in the bar. No fridges and no kitchen to prepare your own food. Clothes dryers leave your clothes wetter than they went in. Wouldn't recommend for a long term stay, this place needs some TLC!!!
Mitchell Price
1/5
Worst place I have ever stayed at!! The close proximity to a chair lift is the only positive aspect of this oz snow owashi lodge!!! Not a single staff member could answer any questions about transport, rooms, amenities or ski/ snowboarding arrangements. The ski shop staff were more concerned with talking to each other than sizing up skis and snowboards correctly. A staff member also let another patron into my room to look for some of their items without our permission when we were not in the room!!! Completely unacceptable breach of privacy and safety!!!!! The staff members are simply there for a holiday and not to work. They also obviously want you to drink at the bar downstairs in the hotel but then the food offered for the “free breakfast” are eggs and cereal, which adds to the absolute feeling of nausea, along with the wet dog smell of the entire place. I also got glass in my mouth when having a drink at the bar as I was given a chipped mug!! The photos online are completely inaccurate with the bar area in the basement being cut in half compared to the old photos, the ski shop taking place of the lounge area etc. The cupboard in my room fell on me when I opened the door as it isn’t secured down properly. The locks in the showers did not work at all!! Wifi was down for over 48 hours. The floor of the bathroom completely flooded through a drain when having a shower, wetting my clothes, phone and towel. I could not get hot water to work on any of the fourth floor showers. There are no fridges or amenities anywhere, other than a terrible microwave and kettle in the laundry!?!? Floors constantly wet dirty and slippery. They ran out of half of the spirits they offer, no wine, no mixers other than coke and lemonade. Smooth stainless steel coverings at the entrances from the snow, which I saw multiple people slip on. Absolute hell hole of a location. Should be knocked down and rebuilt!!!
Lauren
1/5
The only reason I gave this place a one star is its location, very close to hill and 5 mins walk into the main area of town where there are lots of restaurants and shops. The dorms are horrible, honestly the worst hostel I’ve ever stayed at. Luckily I had good people in my room.Here’s why it’s the worst I’ve ever stayed at. There was 2 plug for an 8 people dorm and no where near your bed, so we had to take turns rotating charging phones and other items. There is no where to lock up items or properly store your belongings. The rooms are tinny for the amount of people and your bags. The beds aren’t that comfortable. Bathrooms, the one on our floor had one sink. For Japan it’s a judge disappointment, I get Niseko isn’t very authentic Japanese in style, and is expensive overall - but I would spend an extra 100$ or so if you can for a comfortable space. Also could not get wifi to connect. You can hear everything in the hallways. If you are a light sleeper I do not recommend this place either.
Grace Lok
3/5
Prime location. Basically the only reason to stay here.It feels like you’re staying at an Aussie pub.Also, it’s not the cleanest place. I was there for 8 days and they never cleaned the room.
Ricky Chan
4/5
If u r looking for economy hostel at Niseko Hirafu, Owashi Lodge is the best choice for you.
Room 3
Service 3
Location5
Tim Chatfield
5/5
Keigo has been not only a highlight when ordering a taxi but the musical inspiration for many a night I. The bar down stairs. If you are booking a room in a hotel you are severely missing out on a musical and hospitality genius. Keigo a highlight to remember!
Room 4
Service 5
Location5
Arthur Li (阿瑟)
4/5
Friendly staffThe place to stay has a great locationThe eight-person room is quite crowded when full.There is a kettleMicro-wave ovenBreakfast is served free of chargeBath water is too hotFree internet and moreStayed because the ski resort had the lowest priceNiseko is indeed so popular⋯⋯Hope there will be more affordable accommodation options in the future
Lynn T
4/5
Great place, clean, convenient decent price. Only bummer is kitchen closes at 8, so u better rush back from night skiing if you can't be bothered going out to eat
Room 5
Service 3
Location5
Amy McMillin
3/5
Pros: Easily walkable to the ski area, reasonable rates, adequate breakfast (toast, boiled eggs, and coffee). Felt pretty safe and secure. Nice drying room for skis and equipment.Cons: The dorm room was a bit on the small side, it would be nice if they had women-only rooms (if they did/do, I did not see this option when booking). Wifi was super slow. Sometimes people were outside partying loudly very late into the night.
Jesse Witt
5/5
I have a wonderful experience at the Owashi Lodge, 10 days of just the best snow trip I have been on and all because of the awesome staff that make the Owashi Lodge an one of a kind gem in Niseko. With a great location on the mountain just a short walk from the main chair lift or Gondola, a few step down to one of the best bars on the mountain being in the Owashi Basement, and only a few doors to a sick as rental snow gear shop being onsite as well, staffed by some pro snow mate who are happy to help with gearing you up for the day and some tips for the mountain. You are always greeted with a smile at the reception desk no matter who is on, with some of the best people I have ever met from all over the world plus one hell of a amazing manager who is always around to help you out when you need it. Thank you all so much and I can't wait to stay here again and hopefully see you all again.
kwang kyun woo
4/5
Not much except the location.
Room 2
Service 2
Location5
得能龍人
5/5
I came from Osaka to snowboard without any plans.I didn't have a reservation, but I was happy to be accommodated so kindly.
Junichiro Honjo
5/5
I stayed at this hostel for two weeks and it was an amazing experience.The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, always happy to help with any questions or concerns.The bar area were also great, with a cozy lounge area where I met some really cool people. The location was also perfect, right in the heart of the town with easy access to ski place. Overall, I had a fantastic stay and would highly recommend this hostel to anyone looking for a great value and a fun, friendly atmosphere.
David Ferris
3/5
Location is A+
Kanpai bar is closing 😔
Jake C
5/5
Possibly the best hostel I've ever stayed at. Awesome position. Staff are absolute rockstars. Had a brilliant stay thanks lads. Till next time
Room 3
Service 5
Location5
Jimi Hendrix
5/5
Really cool vibes and staff. Perfect location near the centre and lifts, and really good pizzas at the pub. Definitely Ill come back!
SpeakToTheManager
5/5
Staff outstanding - a superb location and a reasonable place to stay, meeting expectation. Manager Brooke sets a high bar for customer service, warmth and friendliness - par excellence! These qualities are also a noticeable part of the values within the rest of the team - special mention to Sarah, Andrew, Mia and Ky.
Room 4
Service 5
Location5