Scout loves
- The location. Right in the heart of Ichinose Shiga Kogen
- The combination room which is very spacious and affords fantastic views of the mountains
Scout tips
- Some of the rooms face snow banks and buildings
- Some rooms are quite small
- Free wi-fi internet access in the lobby only
- No smoking in all the rooms. Guests can smoke in the lobby
- The manager and staff are very friendly and try hard to communicate even if some of them do not speak English
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Mount Shiga is an authentic Japanese experience which may pose challenges to some travellers. Read our story about Staying in a Japanese hotel.
SCOUT REVIEW
The village of Ichinose is a very popular ski destination. Its access to ski facilities makes a favorite not only of local skiers but foreign tourists as well. There are several hotels in the village but if you are on a tight budget, not “fussy”, and just want to enjoy a ski vacation without the trappings (or price) of fancy hotels, then Mount Shiga Hotel is a great choice.
Located right in the heart of Ichinose Shiga Kogen, Mount Shiga is a small, unpretentious hotel that delivers what you want; clean and comfortable accommodations with a fantastic location. It might feel a little old and run down but to skiers who just want to have fun and a place to have a good night sleep, this is perfect. The hotel has a variety of rooms some of which are classic Japanese rooms which are quite small and comes with a toilet, and Classic western style rooms which are quite spacious. Some of the rooms face the snow banks or buildings. Scout’s favorite is the combination room which is spacious and has two twin beds, living area, tatami mat area, a bathroom, a balcony and a superb view of the mountains.
The hotel has an onsite restaurant which serves both Japanese and western style breakfast and dinner. If you want to relax, surf the net, or mingle with your friends, you can do so at the lobby lounge area where a small bar is located. The hotel lounge area is the only place in the hotel where there is wifi (and smokers). The hotel has an onsen (bath facility) which unusually features Jacuzzi jets which will help soothe aching muscles after a day of skiing. There is an onsite rental shop where you can rent ski equipment.
Mount Shiga Hotel is not for skiers who are used to high standards in their accommodations. It is a friendly down-to-earth hotel that provides the basics. If you are on a tight budget, this hotel will appeal to you.
Who should stay here
The hotel will appeal to group of friends (specifically guys!) who are not fussy and are more concerned about having a great location. It is also for people who want to enjoy a skiing adventure but are on a tight budget.
Location
The hotel is right in the heart of the village. The shuttle from Nagano stops about a hundred meters from the hotel and it's less than a hundred meters to the Ichinose family skiing ground.
- <5 min walk to lifts
About Shiga Kogen
Shiga Kogen is an intermediate groomer lover’s paradise. It’s one of the biggest (and highest) ski areas in Japan with 21 mostly interlinked resorts scattered among five valleys. There’s a variety of accommodation in Shiga Kogen, much of which is ski-in ski-out. It’s the perfect place for families or couples who love cruising and who want to explore somewhere different to the masses of Australians. Just be ready to bring out your Japanese phrasebook from time to time!
Read more about Shiga Kogen and other hotels in the area.
Deals & Packages
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There are currently no pre-set packages at Mount Shiga Hotel. 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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