Scout loves
- Superb central location in Hirafu Village, close to restaurants, bars, and shops
- Modern, well-equipped apartments with full kitchens
- Easy walk to the Ace Family lift
- Heated ski storage and drying facilities
- Helpful, English-speaking staff
Scout tips
- Not a ski-in, ski-out property, but lifts are just a short walk away
- Limited on-site amenities (no restaurant or spa)
- Ideal for longer stays thanks to kitchen and laundry facilities
- Parking can be tight during peak season—reserve early
- Some rooms offer beautiful Mount Yotei views—worth requesting
SCOUT REVIEW
Akazora Niseko is a sleek, modern apartment-style hotel located right in the heart of Hirafu Village—one of Niseko’s most vibrant and convenient bases for skiing. Designed with functionality and comfort in mind, Akazora offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments that blend Japanese design simplicity with Western comfort.
Each apartment comes equipped with a full kitchen, laundry facilities, and a spacious living area—ideal for travelers who appreciate the freedom to cook their own meals or unwind after a day on the slopes. The interiors are bright, contemporary, and thoughtfully designed, with large windows that flood the rooms with natural light (and, in some units, stunning views of Mount Yotei).
While Akazora doesn’t have the amenities of a full-service hotel—there’s no on-site restaurant, spa, or pool—it makes up for it with location and convenience. The Ace Family lift is only a short walk away, and the property is surrounded by Hirafu’s best restaurants, bars, and shops. Guests also have access to ski storage and drying rooms, as well as friendly front desk staff who can help with everything from restaurant bookings to local recommendations.
Overall, Akazora Niseko offers a smart balance of comfort, flexibility, and value. It’s particularly appealing for independent travelers and families who want a spacious home base within walking distance of Niseko’s slopes and nightlife.
Who should stay here
Ideal for couples, small families, or groups of friends who want a modern, self-catering stay close to Niseko’s lifts, restaurants, and après-ski action.
Scout Customer Reviews
Akazora was amazing. The apartment was great but it was the staff who were just wonderful. They went above and beyond many times, including one manager who found a neurosurgeon on New Years Eve after our daughter hit her head. Alistair, Scout Customer 2017.
Location
Akazora is perfectly positioned in central Hirafu Village, just a 7–10 minute walk to the Ace Family lift and close to shuttle stops for access to other Niseko United ski areas. Restaurants, bars, and convenience stores are right outside the door, making it easy to enjoy Niseko’s lively après-ski scene without needing a car.
You can find a map of Niseko village here.
- <10 min walk to lifts
- On or close to public shuttle route
Read more about Niseko and other hotels in the area.
Hotel Amenities
- Pre-arrival grocery shopping service
- concierge services
- free wi-fi
- TV & DVDs
- ski storage and drying room
- fully equipped kitchens
- laundry facilities
- multilingual staff
- number of floors - 4
- arrival and departure shuttle
- smoke-free property
- total number of rooms - 25
Hotel Policies
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.
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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