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The Freshwater

Property class: 4

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A snow-covered landscape with a prominent mountain in the background, a building with multiple floors, and a parking area.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a white countertop, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and large windows offering a view of a snowy landscape.
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a view of the snowy landscape.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on a stone wall. There is a kitchen area with a sink and a dining table.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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165-19, Yamada, Abuta, Kutchan, Hokkaido, 044-0081
  • Place, Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Niseko-Shakotan-Otarukaigan Quasi-National Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Niseko Hanazono Resort
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Studio

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Studio

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a built-in dishwasher.

1 Bedroom Suite

  • 721 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a television.

2 Bedroom Suite

  • 818 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and large windows offering a view of a snowy landscape.

2 Bedroom Penthouse Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 915 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, large windows, a balcony, and a flat-screen TV.

2 Bedroom Penthouse Residence

  • 915 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and large windows offering a view of a snowy landscape.

3 Bedroom Penthouse Suite

  • 1184 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a wooden table and chairs, a bar area with stools, and a large window with curtains.

3 Bedroom Penthouse Residence

  • 1475 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds OR 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Studio

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Studio

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Studio

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Western or Japanese-western Room Non-smoking 1-bedroom 67 ㎡

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

Western or Japanese-western Room Non-smoking Studio 28 ㎡

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted on a stone wall, and a large window overlooking a snowy landscape.

Western or Japanese-western Room Non-smoking 85 ㎡

  • Sleeps 7
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kutchan

Located within a 5-minute walk of Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU, The Freshwater is within a 15-minute stroll of Niseko-Shakotan-Otarukaigan Quasi-National Park. This 33-room, 4-star apartment building welcomes guests with in-room amenities like sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Niseko-Shakotan-Otarukaigan Quasi-National Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Niseko Hanazono Resort - 24 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area - 25 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Rusutsu Resort - 53 min drive - 25.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kutchan Station - 8 min drive
  • New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lounge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Molière Montagne - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪FORESTER LOUNGE - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪HITO by TACUBO - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Lookout Cafe - ‬25 min drive

About this property

The Freshwater

The Freshwater features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, concierge services, and luggage storage.
Each apartment is individually decorated and features a sitting area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers hair dryers, free toiletries, toothbrushes and toothpaste, and slippers. Other standard amenities include a microwave, a refrigerator, and an oven. Limited housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski lessons
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Crib: JPY 7,000 per night

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Luggage storage

Things to do

  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski lessons
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 33 units
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Intuition Niseko, 38-6 Kabayama, Kutchan, Abuta District]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Intuition Niseko, 38-6 Kabayama, Kutchan, Abuta District, Hokkaido 044-0078, Japan]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The listed optional crib/infant bed fee applies every 4 days.
Guests may be required to change rooms during their stay. Room upgrades are subject to availability.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for JPY 7000.0 per night

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

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

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 7000.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

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.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Freshwater Hotel Kutchan
Freshwater Kutchan
Freshwater Apartment Kutchan
The Freshwater Kutchan
The Freshwater Apartment
The Freshwater Apartment Kutchan

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Freshwater?

The Freshwater provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Freshwater?

As of Aug 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Freshwater on Sep 8, 2026 start from $173, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near The Freshwater?

This apartment in Kutchan is within a 10-minute walk of Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU and Niseko-Shakotan-Otarukaigan Quasi-National Park. You'll also find Niseko Hanazono Resort and Shikotsu-Toya National Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Freshwater?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the apartment. You'll find a max of 2 spaces per unit.

Does The Freshwater feature a casino?

No, The Freshwater doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Freshwater?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What do couples enjoy most about The Freshwater?

There are many amenities for couples at this apartment, including ski lessons plus some apartments feature a private indoor hot tub and a fireplace.

Does The Freshwater have a hot tub?

No, but some apartments at this apartment feature jetted bathtubs.

Does The Freshwater have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Freshwater doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Freshwater allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Freshwater.

Does The Freshwater have connecting rooms available?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Freshwater?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at The Freshwater.

The Freshwater Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem in Niseko

Modern and clean. Free shuttle to the Gondola.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Best Value in Town

This place is amazing. Its right next to the center of the Hirafu town where all the action (food) and transportation is. Lawson also right next door. Rooms are small but smartly designed, I felt more comfortable here than in many other larger hotel rooms. Staff was friendly and wanting to go above and beyond to help me get out of a jam when there were no taxis in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tayah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Can’t say enough good things about this property. We rented an apartment and it gave us ample room to spread out and enjoy our time there for the week. The location was absolutely perfect. Close to grocery stores, restaurants, bars, onsens and the Grand hirafu ski resort. I would recommend reserving restaurants in advance of your stay otherwise you may not get in anywhere. Happened to us a few times.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Maggi the manager was really not helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MIZUKI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
何度も泊まっています！ 快適な施設です！ 去年は思わなかったですが 今年は排水溝から匂いがあがってきているのか 洗面室付近が臭かったです 他はとても良いです！
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mizuki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
洗濯機もありよかった！
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

YATO

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
ウォシュレットと湯船が有れば最高でした。
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Apartment itself was fantastic. Lovely King sized bed, washing machine and gas fire place. Communication before check in was great but, Unfortunately the staff leave a lot to be desired when checking in at during our stay. They didn’t mention there was a free shuttle service in the morning, they didn’t mention there we’re different types of lift passes and we got stuck on the other side of the mountain and missed a whole afternoon skiing. They clearly didn’t care.. forgot to have our lift pass and lesson ready when we arrived and then couldn’t tell us where to go for our lesson. Also worth noting that the walls are paper thin. We could hear the conversation of the people in the next room and on the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, very small rooms for price, rooms are a lot smaller than photos appear
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

JC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The toilet was poorly designed.. Each time we showered, the floors flooded and there was nothing to dry it with . Each time we needed to use the sink we had to walk on wet floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and cozy apartment with well-equipped kitchen. Staff are so nice. Just next to the main road in Girafu. 2-minute-walk to ski shuttle bus stop and 5-minute-walk to convenient shop. It is so convenient that many restaurants and shops nearby. We didn’t drive this time and we took ski bus from CTS airport. The Freshwater provided compliment shuttle from & to Girafu welcome centre on arrival and departure date. We will stay here again when we go to Niseko next time. 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

kazu

Disliked: Amenities
6人で利用は無理があるのに、6人で利用できると書いてあり、２人ソファで寝ました。それなのに、２人の追加料金が２万も取られて、ホテルマネージャーに抗議しましたが、訳のわからない返答で、本当に嫌な思いをしました。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice property to stay in. Very close to all the restaurant and shops. Staff are attentive and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern apartment that is very close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff. Even though our buss was 30 minutes late there was someone waiting to drive us to the apartment.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jinsoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was big enough to stay for three people with very clean condition. Location is amazing probably best ever location if you have plan to ride gondola mostly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Easy to locate. Staff was helpful from before arrival till we depart. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to lifts, restaurants, and shops
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ryoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
レセプションなどでスタッに遭遇すると（特に男性スタッフ）食事のことから日々の送迎のことまで隅々まで気にかけてくださり、できる限りのことをしてくださいます。私の下手な英語にも一生懸命答えてくださって大変素敵な滞在となりました。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Freshwater

Great option in Hirafu
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
We stayed in the Freshwater and there was no one at the reception to offer assistance the whole time during our stay. The apartment is nice and the location is very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, great staff and an overall great lodging experience. Only wish there was a hot tub or sauna on the premises.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic convienient location and very comfy !!

Spacious comfortable accomodation in a great location only a few minutes walk to the family chair, bars restaurants, massage, hire shops etc. Would definately consider again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hotel close to everything

Maybe not a ski in and ski out hotel but with the shuttel bus it is not a problem and it is walking distance to everything anyway.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice functional room close to everything

We had the studio room with little kitchen, nice and clean and a very comfy bed. It’s was really close to the slopes and main intersection, the only downside was the adjoining room is really close and you can hear the neighbors talking, we had to tell them to be quite one night. Aside from that it was great
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

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