Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Slopeside fun with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Bar (on property)
Living room
Lobby
Bed in Deluxe Dorm Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Bed in Deluxe Dorm Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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447-14 Aza-Niseko Abuta-Gun, Niseko, Hokkaido, 048-1511
  • Place, Annupuri
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Niseko Annupuri Gondola
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in Deluxe Dorm Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Standard Dorm Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Economy Dorm Room

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

2 Bunk Beds in Mixed Standard Dorm

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Niseko

Annupuri is a short stroll from Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel, and other popular attractions like Niseko Annupuri Gondola are within a mile (2 km). This 12-room hostel has free breakfast along with conveniences like ski-in/ski-out access and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Annupuri - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Niseko Distillery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Niseko Annupuri Gondola - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Niseko Station - 8 min drive
  • Rankoshi Station - 24 min drive
  • New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪高橋牧場 ニセコミルク工房 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪MANDRIANO - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪ニセコロフト倶楽部 (Niseko Loft Club) - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪FORESTER LOUNGE - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪NISEKO CACAO CROWN - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel

Slopeside fun with restaurant and bar/lounge
Guests of Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel enjoy features like ski-in/ski-out access, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for JPY 4000 per person one-way. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Other amenities at this ski hostel include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer free toiletries and slippers.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include ski-in/ski-out access.

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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snow sports gear
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1978
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7 AM - 10 AM) and Monday - Sunday (4:00 PM - 10 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: JPY 4000 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: JPY 3000 (one-way), (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. 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 and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Niseko Backcountry Lodge Hostel
Backcountry Lodge Hostel
Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel Niseko

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel?

This hostel is located in Niseko, just steps from Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort. You'll also find Annupuri and Kanro-sui less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel?

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

Does Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel feature a casino?

No, Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hostel, including a bar, a restaurant, and ski-in/out access.

Does Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel have a hot tub?

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

Does Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel serves free English breakfast from its restaurant.

Will Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel.

Reviews

Niseko Backcountry Lodge - Hostel Reviews

7.2

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

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

Reviews

8/10 Good

Roy

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

A bunkbed property with a Restaurant

A clean property with bunk bed rooms. Each bed has curtains for privacy and a lamp and electric outlet. The property is two floors. The bathrooms, showers, and some hot water heaters for tea, etc, are on the first floor. The guests were mostly under 30 from their looks. And there is a restaurant in the lodge where the included breakfast is served and dinner can be purchased. All the staff, except in the restaurant were native english speaking.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a terrific hostel, with great attached restaurant and sister restaurant next door. Easy walk to onsens and local ski hills. Great lounge space for after the hills close. Could use a vending machine or two.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hui Hong

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Book directly with the property

Booking the stay through Hotels.com is a mistake. The rate is lower when booked directly with the property. Condition of the property was not very desirable and should be improved upon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Nathan

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very confined space. Felt like I was on top of people trying to get around. If you don't have a vehicle you are limited to what is around you. No kitchen to cook your own meals. Was difficult to find a place to relax. The bathroom was out of hand towels for a day and both toilets where out of toilet paper. Breakfast was great and the gear lockers where great as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benedict, Omaha

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

Fantastic stay

This was a great Lodge with a super helpful and friendly staff. There is really nice common area and the breakfast was perfect for a day on the mountain. The drying room was incredibly appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This was by far the most expensive hostel I've ever stayed at, so maybe i was expecting more because of that. Overall it was a good little place but throughout my week there i was disappointed about several things. they did lots of construction that would have been nice to know about beforehand, the bathrooms smelled awful(possibly because of the construction but still), the staff was very nice but they were only there about half the time i needed to ask questions and it wouldn't be ridiculous hours i needed them, often times it was only like 4 pm??? the hostel restaurant was very good but very overpriced but since it was the only option around they kinda gotcha with that. breakfast was good but lacked diversity, especially when japanease breakfasts could be an option in japan. i was thankful for eggs and fruit every morning but by the 6th morning i was craving a little vegetables or something else besides greasy bacon and white toast. the last thing i have to mention is the morning i departed, i asked them where to be for my bus to the airport, they specifically told me "the moiwa lodge"next-door, but it was really the "lodge moiwa 834"which was a street up, i almost missed my bus because of it! However despite all this, i would consider staying here again cuz everyone was really nice, it was a cozy place, and i feel like i just caught it on a bad week. i would probably prefer to stay at the moiwa lodge next time though.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020