Scout loves
- The ski-in ski-out location
- The spectacular mountain views from the western rooms in the higher floors
- Childcare facilities
- Natural outdoor onsen
- Friendly and accommodating staff, some of them can speak good English
- The two couches in the Western style rooms make them a nice place to relax
Scout tips
- Although the rooms fit up to 4 people, it would be a tight fit even with 3 adults
- Wi-fi access in all the rooms
- There’s only a few bars in the area
- The beds are in typical Japanese form and are quite small
- The small twin beds cannot be put together as there is a bedside table in-between
- Ski rental shop on-site
SCOUT REVIEW
Madarao Kogen Hotel unbeatable as far as location, service, amenities and facilities go in Madarao.
The hotel has two main types of rooms. The Japanese Western Combination room has twin beds and a tatami area. The Western room has twin beds and two couches and is actually quite comfortable. If you can score one of these on a higher floor with a view over the resort then you’ve got one of the best rooms in the hotel! Both these room types are equipped with a capsule bathroom with shower and are in the main part of the hotel. There are some un-renovated combination style rooms an additional building for a lower rate. All the rooms are non-smoking and have wifi. The twin beds might be a little uncomfortable for some guests as they are based on Japanese standards which might be a little small for Westerners. You also can’t put the beds side by side as there is a night table in between them. The only romance that will be happening at Madarao is on one of the romance double chairs!
Madarao Kogen Hotel has two restaurants – Scout’s pick is the Japanese Furusato Restaurant where authentic Japanese dishes made only from fresh ingredients will tickle you palate. The main dining area, Piedmont serves up buffet breakfast (included in the Scout rate) and buffet dinner. The hotel does have a café/lounge area with a nice view of the mountain. If you love to sing, the hotel does have a karaoke room – great for kids and groups of friends!
Madarao Kogen hotel has an indoor and an outdoor onsen. Scout loves the outdoor onsen which a natural setting with big rocks surrounding it, creating a very rustic feel. Another great facility of Madarao Kogen Hotel is its supervised childcare room. It takes children from one to five years old and is open from 9 am until 4.30 pm with an hour and a half break for lunch.
The hotel can be quite busy during the weekends and peak season, sometimes with big groups.
Who should stay here
Madarao Kogen Hotel is great for families with young kids because of its fantastic childcare facilities. It is also ideal for couples or group of friends who want a convenient location right on the slopes of Madarao Ski Resort with great facilities
Location
The Madarao Kogen hotel is right at the main entry to the resort and in a ski-in ski-out position right on top of the beginner’s slopes. It is right beside the ski school.
- Ski-in Ski-out or slopeside
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
- English speaking staff
- TV lounge
- Onsen
- restaurant
- equipment rental
- Wifi
- Drying room
- laundry
- video games
- gift shop
- Karaoke
- tea lounge
- Childcare
- sauna
- non-smoking
Hotel Policies
Property Notes: If you have not booked transfers via Scout please inform us at least 1 week prior regarding your arrival details as we must inform Madarao Kogen. 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.
Madarao Kogen 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.
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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