Scout loves
- Access to the facilities of Madarao Kogen Hotel, including the onsen
- Very accommodating and friendly staff but their English is limited
- Spacious rooms by Japanese standards
- Good value for money especially for group of friends or families
Scout tips
- Wi-fi internet access only in the public areas
- An on-site convenient store
- Coin-operated laundry machine
- Ski storage does not have a drying room
- Parts of the hotel can feel a little run-down
- Check-in at Madarao Kogen Hotel. There is a shuttle connecting the two
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Monaile is an authentic Japanese experience which may pose challenges to some travellers. Read our story about Staying in a Japanese hotel.
SCOUT REVIEW
Monaile Madarao is not as luxurious and fancy compared to its sister hotel, Madarao Kogen Hotel, but it will appeal to skiers that want spacious rooms and bathrooms.
The hotel has 40 rooms that are huge by Japanese standards. The Western Twin Room has two beds, two sofa beds and a bathroom; this room can accommodate up to four people. Its Combination Room has two large beds, a separate living area with a small tatami and a big bathroom; this room can accommodate up to five. The rooms are equipped with basic modern amenities including a mini-fridge and kettle. Currently there is no wi-fi access in the rooms however you can surf the web in the public areas in the hotel.
The hotel has its own buffet restaurant serving Japanese, Chinese and Western dishes for breakfast and dinner. The hotel has an on-site convenient store that sells snacks, beverages, souvenirs and beer. There’s a coin-operated laundry machine which is great for those staying longer. It has an indoor onsen which has a high salt content so it is very good for your skin. You can also access the facilities of Madarao Kogen anytime. Although the hotel has a ski storage area, it does not have a drying room.
If you can look past the stains on the carpet, Monaile Madarao Hotel is good value for money especially when traveling with friends or the family, on a budget.
Who should stay here
Monaile Madarao hotel is ideal for unfussy families or group of friends because of its spacious rooms. It is also ideal for those who want to stay longer in Madarao Ski Resort and are on a budget
Location
Monaile Madarao Hotel is fairly close to the ski slopes. If you still have some energy left after a day of skiing, you can actually ski in with a bit of skating to the hotel. You can also catch the shuttle from Madarao Kogen which leaves every few minutes. It is fairly close to the beginner’s slopes which is great for families.
- Short walk to lifts
About Madarao
Madarao Mountain Resort is a small resort that’s big on surprises. Whether you’re a tree-loving powder junkie or a family with first-timers, or anything in between, you will find Madarao a great choice. So it’s little wonder that Madarao in Japan’s Nagano prefecture is becoming increasingly popular.
Read more about Madarao and other hotels in the area.
Hotel Amenities
- wifi in public areas only
- free shuttle bus between Monaile and Madarao Kogen Hotel
- TV lounge
- laundry
- equipment rental
- onsen
Hotel Policies
Monaile Madarao is a typical Japanese hotel with onsen facilities. Please read our guides on staying in a Japanese Hotel and to Onsen Etiquette.
Property T&Cs:
- All guests may be required to give their full name, age, passport number, postal address, nationality and occupation on or prior to check-in, in compliance with Japanese Law.
- Property is non-smoking.
- Cots (cribs) and highchairs can be requested at time of booking and are subject to availability and an extra charge.
- Guests accept responsibility for damage to the property, fittings, furniture, keys and other chattels caused during their occupation, including any consequential losses incurred.
- Credit card details and authorization may be required to be provided upon prior check-in as a security deposit.
- Check-out is 10AM. Late check-outs may be possible on a request basis and a charge applies.
- Parking during winter months is severely restricted and must be requested and confirmed for each booking if required.
- Children aged 2-6 years are at a reduced rate. Please contact Scout for an updated quote based on the ages of those travelling.
Deals & Packages
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There are currently no pre-set packages at Monaile Madarao. To create your own package use the Room Selection booking process and one of our agents will get back to you to confirm availability and add your extras
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Scout Booking Terms & Conditions
- Availability: Booking of all packages & accommodation is subject to availability at time of confirmation of package option by customer.
- Rate includes: All associated taxes. Some hotels charge extra fees for parking, cots, rollaways etc. Such fees can be confirmed on request based on your requirements.
- Payment Schedule:
- Deposit: 25% of the full amount is due WITHIN 7 DAYS OF CONFIRMATION to secure the booking.
- Final Balance: Invoice will be issued for the remaining balance 80 days prior to departure. PAYMENT IS DUE 70 DAYS PRIOR to departure. Failure to pay by 70 days may result in the auto-cancellation of accommodation by the accommodation provider or late payment fees.
- Bookings within 70 days: Full payment is required within 7 days to secure the booking.
- Variations: In some circumstances suppliers may have different payment policies to the above. Additionally some Early Bird deals require full payment by or soon after the book-by date. In these instances Scout will clearly communicate any variances prior to confirmation.
- Cancellation Policy:
- All deposits are non-refundable once received.
- For balance payments made within 70-45 days prior to the trip the deposit amount is non-refundable.
- No refund for total amount for cancellations 45 days or less prior to arrival and no-shows. In unexpected, unfortunate circumstances (family death etc) Scout will work to negotiate with the supplier for a full or partial refund, however this is not guaranteed. We recommend taking travel insurance to make sure you are covered. Cancelling due to weather, missed travel connections or lack of snow is not considered an unexpected circumstance and is one of the risks you must wear as part of taking a ski trip. Unless the supplier has a snow guarantee or weather cancellation policy, Scout will not refund any part of the package due to these factors.
- Variations: Please note that some hotels may have stricter policies (such as no refund within 60 days) and we are required to pass on these policies. We will communicate any varations to the above cancellation policy prior to confirmation of booking.
- Changes Policy:
- Once bookings are confirmed and deposit is paid service fees will apply for every amendment to existing elements, late final payment and travel document re-issue in addition to fees charged by suppliers
- In a few instances we purchase products through third party providers. If you change part of your package whilst at a destination, the 3rd party provider may have a different refund policy to that of the supplier in the destination. Wherever possible we will work to recover any refunds that come from a change at the destination, however it is not guaranteed.
- Surcharges: Scout does not charge any additional fees for the booking. Prices quoted are for cash (bank transfer) payments only. Credit card payments (Amex, Visa or Mastercard only) will be subject to 1.8% surcharge.
- Booking Currency: Scout will quote and charge in one currency of your choice from AUD, USD, CAD, JPY, EUR or GBP only.
- Currency Exchange Policy: If you book an international destination all remaining balances are subject to change (based on currency fluctuations) until the final payment has been processed. This can go either way (if your currency gets stronger you will be invoiced less!). We will confirm at the time of invoice what the final amount is, based on the exchange rate at that time. Should you wish to pay the balance earlier (prior to when it’s actually due) to secure that current exchange rate you are welcome to request the final invoice at any time. Once payments have been made (deposit or final balance), no refunds will be given for changes in the amount of what that payment would be, based on currency changes at any time prior to your trip.
- Travel Insurance: Once your booking is confirmed, we strongly recommend taking out travel insurance as it will often cover the cost of cancelled reservations.
For any questions regarding booking terms & conditions please email: inquries@scoutski.com
Available: This selection is currently available for this price. Once you submit an inquiry our agents will confirm your booking via email and send you an invoice for a deposit. You will need to pay a 25% deposit within 7 days (unless otherwise specified) to secure the booking.
On Request: Our agents need to confirm availability of this room. Once you submit a request we will endeavour to get back to you by the next business day to confirm availability (some properties may take longer). If prices are listed they are the exact prices for your dates, room selection and room occupancy. Where prices are not listed we will confirm the price when we confirm availability. In either instance, you are not committed to your selection until after we confirm availability and price. Once you agree to that confirmation, you will be sent an invoice and will need to pay a 25% deposit within 7 days (unless otherwise specified) to secure the booking. If your requested room is not available, we will present alternative options.
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