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Pension Locomotion

3.0 star property
Winter getaway with free ski shuttles

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1 bedroom, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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179-33 Yamada, Kutchan, Hokkaido, 044-0081
  • Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Niseko Hanazono Resort
  • Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area

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Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Western Style Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Group Room with Kitchen | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Group Room with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Western Style Maisonette Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

About the neighborhood

Kutchan

Within a short walk of Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu, Pension Locomotion is within a mile (2 km) of Niseko-Shakotan-Otarukaigan Quasi-National Park. This 7-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Niseko Takahashi Dairy Farm - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Niseko Annupuri Gondola - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • White Isle Niseko Snowmobile Park - 18 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kutchan Station - 9 min drive
  • New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Bill's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ニセコラーメン風花 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Barn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shiki Niseko Lobby Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Musu - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Pension Locomotion

Winter getaway with free ski shuttles
Guests staying at Pension Locomotion enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. There's free parking and a free area shuttle. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Limited housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,800 for adults and JPY 1,800 for children

Things to do

  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 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.
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 2.00 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately JPY 1800 for adults and JPY 1800 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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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. 

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 cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Pension Locomotion House Kutchan
Pension Locomotion House
Pension Locomotion Kutchan
Pension Locomotion
Pension Locomotion Japan/Hokkaido - Kutchan-Cho
Pension Locomotion Guesthouse Kutchan
Pension Locomotion Guesthouse
Pension Locomotion Kutchan
Pension Locomotion Guesthouse
Pension Locomotion Guesthouse Kutchan

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Pension Locomotion?

Pension Locomotion offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Pension Locomotion?

This guesthouse is located in Kutchan within a short 6-minute walk of Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu. You'll also find Niseko Hanazono Resort and Shikotsu-Toya National Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Pension Locomotion?

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

Does Pension Locomotion have a casino at the property?

No, Pension Locomotion doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Pension Locomotion?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about Pension Locomotion?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will value amenities like slippers, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a free ski shuttle.

Does Pension Locomotion have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Pension Locomotion feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Pension Locomotion offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Pension Locomotion allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Pension Locomotion.

Does Pension Locomotion have connecting rooms?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Pension Locomotion?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Pension Locomotion.

Pension Locomotion Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would visit again. Feels like home at a fraction of the price of neighboring hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a perfect place to stay! It's so clean and well designed (there's a dedicated door to the basement to store wet/snowy gear and a communal kitchen on the top floor 🙂). I found it extremely convenient staying here while snowboarding at Niseko. The owners were so kind and accommodating as well. They stored our luggage here prior to our arrival and stored it for us at the end of our stay which allowed us to get one more day of snowboarding in. As a heads up to others staying, the owners were unable to pick us up nor drop us off in Kutchan when we arrived/left, so make sure to arrange rides for yourselves when you come here because commuting down to Kutchan can be very difficult! I would definitely stay again! (But I would book a taxi 5 days in advance)
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotta L

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

Great pension located in Hirafu

Beautiful pension located only an eight minute walk from the main street- walking distance to the Hirafu gondola and chairlifts. Room was small but clean and comfortable beds. Breakfast provided every morning between 7.30-8.30am. Would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The host is kind and helpful. Room is spacious (compare to normal Japanese room) and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

A+

Friendly staff, clean room and good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice lodge close to lifts and restaurants

Stayed for 8 nights with my son from the 18th January. Had a room with 2 single beds and a loft. Loft came in handy to store luggage and clothes. Breakfast was fine and hit the spot every morning. Easy walking distance to restaurants and bus stop which dropped you off to gondola. 3 min trip. The only improvement would be a better drying room. Would recommend for those on a budget and looking for a quite place to relax.

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness

Budget priced small room

Budget priced rooms. Very small room with very limited space for your clothes and bags. There were 5 coat hangers only and no cupboards/drawers. There was a kids study desk. We ended up storing our suitcases and most of our clothes upstairs in the loft area. When we found extra coat hangers in the kitchen , we ending up hanging our clothes off the stairs & anywhere else we could attach a coat hanger. The WIFI was very slow and sometimes you could not connect at all. The shared kitchen area had a microwave, small fridge & toaster oven (but no standard toaster) - it did have a washing machine & dryer. No cutting knives, we had to ask for one each day to cut bread, there was a coffee table acting as a dining table - We weren't sure if we prepared our own meals that we could use the official dining room downstairs - or if that was for guests who paid for prepared meals. The owner's English language skills made it difficult to even ask basic questions like this. Catching the bus to the ski Gondola etc proved difficult if you wanted to get 1st lifts (8:30am) as the 1st bus only arrived around 8:30 and it did a long loop. We ended up walking each day just so we could get to the ski lifts on time (15 mins carrying skis and walking in ski boots not a lot of fun).

8/10 Good

Ka Yee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pension Locomotion is definitely value for the money in Hirafu area.

10/10 Excellent

Laura and Dean, Australia

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

Awesome little B&B

Fantastic place to stay for a ski holiday, the owners are super friendly and will pick you up and drop you off at the Welcome Centre for free when you arrive and leave. The place only has a few rooms so it's very cosy and quiet. In terms of cleanliness everything was spotless including the common kitchen. For breakfast you get a set meal which mostly includes eggs and some type of meat and salad plus unlimited cereal, bread, coffee, tea and juice. It is slightly different each day. The only negative I am pointing out is that for someone who is used to a very soft bed at home the mattress was quite hard. However I would definitely stay there again if we're lucky enough to make it back to Niseko one day. It's only a 10 min walk from the lifts and there is also a shuttle bus available from about a 100m away.

10/10 Excellent

Anita, Perth

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

Great Niseko Pension

Great sized room for Niseko, the owners were lovely, the common areas clean and the other guests friendly. There is a shuttle down the street to the lifts or its not to far to walk.

10/10 Excellent

Wai Kin

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

Comfortable place to stay and for skiing

Not too far from the main streets. I sometimes go to hirafu ski area on foot. Free shuttle buses at lawson (4minutes on foot), 1 stop to hirafu gondola. Almost perfect for skiing and budget stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Chosei

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

SAORI

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

sahrang

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

HIKARI

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naokatsu

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
店主が気さくで居心地良かった
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
大きな蚊が居た。ロフト付きで楽しかった。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

SHINICHI

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

ロケーション最高、コスパも最高

直前の予約でしたが、親切に対応してもらいました。部屋にはロフトもあり一人には贅沢すぎる空間を満喫できました。また利用したいと思います。 唯一、WiFiがやや不安定だったところだけが気になりました。
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ニセコではあり得ない超ハイコスパ！
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

David, HK

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and convenient. Although it’s small, it’s enough for a ski trip just to put the luggage and stay outside most of the day. Not far from ski lifts, and the host provides transport to Welcome Centre if required. Easy to hit your head when going downstairs from outside to the ski room.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

sbyamato, osaka

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ホテルの人がとても親切な方でした。 最終日はスキー場まで荷物と一緒に車で送ってくださり、チェックイン時間が23時を過ぎても受け付けてくださり、とても助かりました。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020