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Winter Whale Lodge

Property class: 2

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A room with a large window overlooking a mountain.
A two-story residential building with a covered front porch, a garage, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
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A room with tatami flooring, a low table with a book, a heater, and a window with curtains.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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2-chome-2-58 Minami 4 Jonishi, Kutchan, Hokkaido, 044-0034
  • Place, Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Shikotsu-Toya National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Niseko Hanazono Resort
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Mountain View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Traditional Twin Room

  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Mountain View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Mountain View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, a chair, and a table.

Superior Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Mountain View

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden desk, and a chair.

Superior Double Room, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Traditional Japanese Tatami Room Near Resort

Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Traditional Japanese Tatami Room Near Resort

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Cozy Room Near Resort With Volcano View (Room 2)

Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Cozy Room Near Resort With Volcano View (Room 2)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Cozy House Near Resort With Volcano View (Room 3)

Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Cozy House Near Resort With Volcano View (Room 3)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kutchan

Located within a mile (2 km) of Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area, Winter Whale Lodge is within 3 miles (5 km) of Shikotsu-Toya National Park. Each of the 4 rooms at this guesthouse includes a dining area, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Shikotsu-Toya National Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • White Isle Niseko Snowmobile Park - 10 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Niseko Hanazono Resort - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Lake Hangetsu Nature Park - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kutchan Station - 9 min walk
  • New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪雪庭 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪SPROUT - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪お菓子のふじい - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪大仁門 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪J's Corner Grill - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Winter Whale Lodge

Guests of Winter Whale Lodge enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and bidets. 2 bathrooms, dining areas, and refrigerators are also standard. Bathrooms are shared.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk

Business services

  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways (40 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Desk
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 3.00 percent will be charged
  • Cleaning fee: JPY 5000 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number M010044389

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Winter Whale Lodge Kutchan

Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse

Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse Kutchan

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Winter Whale Lodge?

This guesthouse is located in Kutchan within a short 18-minute walk of Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area. You'll also find Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU and Niseko Hanazono Resort within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Winter Whale Lodge?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Winter Whale Lodge include a casino on the premises?

No, Winter Whale Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Winter Whale Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Winter Whale Lodge good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this guesthouse, including a heated floor in each accommodation plus a mountain view and free WiFi in some.

Does Winter Whale Lodge have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Winter Whale Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Winter Whale Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Winter Whale Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Winter Whale Lodge.

Does Winter Whale Lodge have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Winter Whale Lodge?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Winter Whale Lodge.

Winter Whale Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was not what we were expecting. It was a five bedroom home. It was very clean and when we had trouble with our door knob to our room, he came over and fixed it right away. When the outside door would not lock, no one came and fixed it
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cameron

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025