Scout loves
- True ski-in ski-out access to the Furano Zone of Furano Ski Resort
- Spacious onsen with outdoor baths overlooking the snowy forest
- Convenient rental shop, lockers, and ski concierge services
- Excellent dining options including a buffet restaurant and sushi bar
- Peaceful forest setting away from the main village crowds
Scout tips
- Rooms are a little dated but spotlessly clean and comfortable
- Shuttle service runs to downtown Furano for restaurants and bars
- Book early for ski season weekends—popular with domestic guests
- The hotel’s restaurants can be pricey; consider dining in town occasionally
- The onsen is a highlight—don’t forget your etiquette
SCOUT REVIEW
The New Furano Prince Hotel is a classic ski hotel that’s all about location and convenience. Sitting right at the base of the Furano Zone, it offers true ski-in ski-out access to some of Hokkaido’s best intermediate and advanced runs. This is one of the few large-scale hotels in Furano Ski Resort, offering a full range of facilities that make it especially attractive for families and groups who want everything in one place.
Inside, the hotel leans toward traditional Japanese resort style—functional, clean, and understated. Rooms are comfortable, with large windows framing mountain or forest views. While the décor could use an update, the warmth of service more than makes up for it. You’ll find multiple dining options, from an expansive buffet breakfast to French-inspired fine dining and a cozy sushi bar—perfect after a big day on the mountain.
One of the standout features is the natural hot spring onsen, with indoor and outdoor baths that are ideal for soothing tired ski legs. The in-house ski rental shop, lockers, and ticket counter make logistics simple, and the staff are used to catering for international visitors.
While the New Furano Prince Hotel is located a little outside the main Kitanomine village, there’s a complimentary shuttle into town if you’re craving a change of scenery or want to explore Furano’s local dining scene. The slightly removed location also means it’s quieter and more scenic, surrounded by forest and snowfields.
Who should stay here
Ideal for skiers and snowboarders who value ski-in ski-out access, families seeking full-service convenience, and anyone looking for a relaxing onsen experience after days on the slopes.
Scout Customer Reviews
My experience with the hotel was positive. Although the hotel was a bit dated, but everything was maintained well. Breakfast was good and plentiful, and I loved the locker system for skiing equipment. Only down side was that the onsen was not spring mineral water, but that didn't stop me from going every night. Kingslea, Scout Customer 2020
Location
Located right at the base of the Furano Zone of Furano Ski Resort, the New Furano Prince Hotel offers unbeatable slope access. It’s about a 10-minute drive from Furano town and the Kitanomine base area, with regular hotel shuttles connecting guests to restaurants, shops, and the train station. The tranquil forest backdrop adds a peaceful, alpine charm that’s hard to beat.
Find a great map of the Furano Ski Resort area and location of New Furano Prince Hotel here.
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About Furano
Furano is up there with the best when it comes to ski resorts in Japan. Offering a wide variety of terrain, lots of powder, a good selection of accommodation and a relatively authentic village and nearby town, it has something for everyone and will suit a range of tastes and budgets. Furano is a good mix of Western influences and comforts, and Japanese culture. The ski resort itself caters to all ability levels and skiing preferences, from advanced off-piste and amazing sidecountry (easily accessed) to long leg-burning groomed runs. Receiving abundant snowfall each season (up to 9 metres), Furano is a perfect spot to experience true Hokkaido powder.
Read more about Furano and other hotels in the area.
Hotel Policies
Arrival Details: The hotel is located on a stop of the Hokkaido Resort Liner.
The New Furano Prince Hotel 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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