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Urabandai Lake Resort

3.5 star property
Mountain ski retreat with 3 restaurants and bar/lounge

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1171-1 Hibara Yudairayama, Yama-gun, Kitashiobara, Fukushima-ken, 969-2701
  • Mount Bandai
  • Goshikinuma Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Morohashi Museum of Modern Art
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

Relax in a traditional room with two single beds, a flat-screen TV, and a desk for work or relaxation.

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking

Relax in a classic room with a large bed, desk, and TV, offering a mountain view.

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and dining area.

Double Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 365 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Japanese Style Room, Non Smoking

Experience serene tranquility in this traditional Japanese-style room, featuring tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a stunning view of the surrounding trees and mountains.

Japanese Style Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

Relax in a comfortable seating area with a sofa and chair, featuring a scenic mountain view.

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 624 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, Non Smoking

Relax in this serene living space with a round coffee table, blue sofa, and a side table with a lamp.

Suite, Non Smoking

  • 1098 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Twin Room-Main Building

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Twin Room-Main Building

  • Sleeps 3

Japanese-Style Room-Main Building

  • Sleeps 4

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Kitashiobara

Urabandai Lake Resort places you next to Lake Hibara and within 2 miles (3 km) of Bandai 3D World. This 324-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 3 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Lake Hibara - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Goshikinuma Lake - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Urabandai Nekoma Ski Area - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Morohashi Museum of Modern Art - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Alts Bandai Ski Resort - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Inawashiro Station (JR) - 25 min drive
  • Fukushima Airport (FKS) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪氷瀑テラス - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪裏磐梯物産館 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪第1ゴールドハウス目黒 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪奥裏磐梯らぁめんや - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪裏磐梯カフェ - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Urabandai Lake Resort

Mountain ski retreat with 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
At Urabandai Lake Resort, guests have access to karaoke, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. There's extended parking and a free train station shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Other amenities at this ski hotel include meeting rooms, a conference center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect to find LCD TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, free newspapers, and desks.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. There are hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Japanese

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  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 209 reviews
$68 nightly
The price is $77
Aug 31 - Sep 1
All taxes and fees included in total
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Uncovered extended parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,500 for adults and JPY 1,050 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Hibara Dining
  • Maple
  • Playspot
  • Scat
  • Waraku

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke
  • Sauna
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference center (7,513 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • Hot springs
  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 1500 for adults and JPY 1050 for children

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free shuttle service to and from the train station. Driving? This property offers limited parking, along with extended 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for private bath/onsen. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • 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 cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Urabandai Lake Resort Kitashiobara
Urabandai Lake Kitashiobara
Urabandai Lake
Nekoma Hotel Kitashiobara Mura
Urabandai Lake Resort Hotel
Urabandai Lake Resort Kitashiobara
Urabandai Lake Resort Hotel Kitashiobara

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Urabandai Lake Resort?

Urabandai Lake Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Urabandai Lake Resort?

As of Aug 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Urabandai Lake Resort on Sep 3, 2025 start from $81.27, excluding 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's there to do within easy reach of Urabandai Lake Resort?

This hotel is located in Kitashiobara, just steps from Lake Hibara. You'll also find Goshikinuma Lake and Urabandai Nekoma Ski Area within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Urabandai Lake Resort?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Is a spa located at Urabandai Lake Resort?

Spa services at the hotel include aromatherapy and body treatments.

Does Urabandai Lake Resort feature a casino at the property?

No, Urabandai Lake Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Urabandai Lake Resort?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Urabandai Lake Resort a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as a bar and 3 restaurants.

Are there hot tubs at Urabandai Lake Resort?

No, but guests can enjoy on-site hot springs at this hotel.

Does Urabandai Lake Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Urabandai Lake Resort has 3 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Urabandai Lake Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Urabandai Lake Resort though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Urabandai Lake Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Urabandai Lake Resort?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Urabandai Lake Resort.

Urabandai Lake Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 164 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Clinton

Liked: Staff & service
The room was on the top floor overlooking the lake but the trees blocked most of the view. The size of the room was good and the bed was comfortable. It would have been good to have smaller pillows available in the room. I ended up rolling up a towel to make a smaller pillow. Meals were included in the stay and there was plenty of variety. Only real bummer is that I think I left my Prescription Progressive Glasses in the room and can't get anyone to pick up the phones & check!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The best thing about the entire stay was the water pressure in the shower head. The decor is very dated. The living room area couch and chair smelled very musty. So bad I couldn't sit there long do to my allergies. My nose and eyes were actually burning from the smell. The buffet had a wide variety of items. It was good for what it is. If we ate more Japanese cuisine it would have been great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chin Wan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The play spot was so much fun with darts, billiards, ping pong and golf. The lake view was beautiful and the bed comfortable. It would be good to see some updates, ie. a key card rather than a huge key and a small store onsite the resort with daily necessities that the hotel does not provide. The body wash in the bathroom had a very unpleasant smell.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Shindo, Tokyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right next to Hibara Lake and Goshikinuma with easy access to other hiking trails such as Mount Bandai.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tara.h.s, Tokyo Japan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Kristie

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

lovely onsen resort

a very relaxing, quiet space to take in baths and focus on yourself

8/10 Good

Jo, New Zealand

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

Good location near Tekoma ski resort

Last minute booking on busiest day of the year apparently but great welcome and extremely helpful staff helping with restaurant bookings, couriering rental skis across the country and much much more. Always service with a smile and rooms superbly furnished - very spoilt! Also good shuttle service to ski resort and to train station coping well with our groups piled up luggage!! We stayed in the new wing annexe - sheer luxury!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Katie, Hong Kong

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

A Nice Hotel Close to Koshiki Numa

The hotel looked very grand from the exterior and the reception as well. The check in was relatively quick and the staffs were very nice. I was staying in the Japanese room, and corridor was very dark, long and narrow, and its extremely quiet at night, which was a bit freaky. The room itself is super spacious, clean and comfortable. Upon returning from dinner, the bed (futon) was already set up. I've upgraded my meal plan to the Japanese meal by e-mail them, and I was a bit unhappy that when I got to the restaurant, although they did book me in, but they did not prepare for the course which I have e-mailed them for, and they couldn't change it. However, the restaurant staff was very nice, knowing that I really wanted to try to Fukushima beef, they offered me a complimentary plate. (Though I had to say the whole meal didn't taste that great from a personal view) There's also a huge public bath/onsen (hot spring) inside the hotel, which was really really nice. It's got both indoor and outdoor. Note: The hotel is kind of in the middle of no where, and public transport is quite weak. Highly recommend you to make sure to catch the hotel shuttle on time to/from the Inowashiro station, I've missed mine, had to end up paying 770yen one way bus to the closest bus stop, and walked 1.5 hours to the hotel (Which wasn't too bad, because it's the Goshiki Numa trail). Other that the incident with the meal booking, I'm quite please with this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

kyoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable rooms with great view. Good food, good hot spring.

10/10 Excellent

みゆう

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitsutoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akira

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

裏磐梯レイクリゾートは最高！！

久し振りの裏磐梯旅行でした。宿泊施設は迷わず「裏磐梯レイクリゾート」に決定！！ スタッフの親切丁寧さに感激し、部屋を含めて施設内の清潔さは抜群でゆったり二泊三日を過ごせました。 スタッフの皆様に感謝します。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

まみ

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
最高
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

minnie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
毎年スキーで利用しています。 食事は、ビュッフェでしたが、連泊してもメニューが変わり配慮されていました。 食後、部屋にコーヒーを持ち帰れると良いと思います。 雪が多すぎて屋根からの落雪の危険があり、露天風呂が使用中止となったのが残念でした。 宿泊者用のちょっと近い駐車場がいつも埋まっていて停められませんでした。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joaquin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous, Beautiful, Delicious, will come back when the lake is not frozen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

toru

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

YUMI

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Masaru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wan Chen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

JIRO

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

SHIYUKUZAKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Makiko

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024