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Madarao Kogen Ski Resort is a popular ski resort known for its natural powder snow. There are many attractive accommodations in the area, including family-friendly hotels and pensions where you can enjoy the great outdoors. How about creating unforgettable winter memories by enjoying the great natu...

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4 recommended hotels for families in Madarao Kogen

There are many hotels near Madarao Kogen Ski Resort that are recommended for families. There are plenty of amenities such as a meal menu that both adults and children can enjoy, hot spring facilities, and a large hall space.

Here we will introduce hotels recommended for families.

1. Madarao Kogen Hotel

Madarao Kogen Hotel is a family-friendly hotel adjacent to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. The facility includes a shop where you can purchase Madarao souvenirs, a relaxation room, and a rental space.

The natural hot springs sourced from sodium and calcium sources are alkaline, and are expected to be effective in relieving muscle pain and sensitivity to cold after skiing, as well as recovering from fatigue.

There are three types of guest rooms: Japanese-Western rooms, Western-style rooms, and suites, and the appeal is that you can choose not only Japanese-style futons but also rooms with Western-style beds. In addition, the Western-style room is spacious at 48 square meters.

Additionally, an izakaya called "Brian" is scheduled to open within the hotel in December 2023. From Japanese sashimi, Wagyu beef, and okonomiyaki to special ramen, we are open not only at night but also during the day, so you can enjoy lunch in between snow sports.

    ​​Address: Madarao Kogen, Iiyama City, Nagano Prefecture
    Phone number: 0269-64-3311
    Access: Approximately 30 minutes by bus or taxi from JR “Iiyama” Station
    Official website: https://www.madarao.jp/hotel

2.Hotel Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort

Hotel Tangram Madarao Tokyu Resort is a hotel with direct access to the ski slopes. The hotel has an open-air bath, an indoor pool that can be enjoyed even in winter, a shop, and relaxation facilities. There is also a lounge with a panoramic view of Madarao Highland, and karaoke perfect for relieving stress.

There are not only standard Western-style rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, and modern Japanese-style rooms. There is a wide variety of rooms, including rooms with hands-on experiences that children will enjoy, and rooms with character designs scattered throughout.

Ski and snowboard equipment rentals are also available at the hotel. If you make a reservation in advance, you can smoothly hit the slopes right in front of you. They also sell accessories such as gloves and hats, so you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding even if you come empty-handed.

    Address: 3575-8 Furumi, Shinanomachi, Kamizuuchi-gun, Nagano Prefecture
    Phone number: 026-258-3511 (Available hours 9:30-18:00)
    Access: Approximately 45 minutes by bus from JR “Iiyama” Station

3.Hotel Silk Inn Madarao

Hotel Silk Inn Madarao is conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. There is a cave open-air bath that can be completely reserved, a rental space, and a karaoke room with a live stage.

The public bath is open 24 hours a day (cleaning time is from 10:00 to 12:00).

There is also a cave open-air bath (reservation required) where you can relax while being surrounded by the great nature of Madarao. The fact that you can take a bath while looking at the beautiful starry sky on a sunny day is highly rated in reviews. You can choose the time you want to use when you check in, so if it's available, go for it.

There are three types of guest rooms: Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and Japanese-Western rooms. If you want to have a relaxing stay, it would be best to stay in a Japanese-Western room or a Western-style room, which has more space.

    Address: 11492-377 Madarao Kogen, Iiyama City
    Phone number: 0269-64-3241
    Access: 25 minutes by bus from JR “Iiyama” station
    Official website: https://www.silk-in.net/

4.Hotel Madarao

Hotel Madarao is a modern accommodation located an 8-minute walk from Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. This is a popular hotel frequented by foreign tourists as it has staff who can speak English.

In addition to twin rooms, there are also family rooms and quad rooms for groups. The bed placed in the tatami room will give you a sense of Japan.

There is also an on-site bar where you can enjoy après-ski. There is also an English menu, and the food menu is extensive, including hamburgers, pizza, fondue, and pot pies. There will also be live music performances, so you can enjoy the evening without having to travel. Reservations can be made from the official website.

    Address: 1101-123 Tarumoto, Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture
    Phone number: 080-7709-9630
    Access: Approximately 20 minutes by taxi from JR “Iiyama” station
    Official website: https://hotelmadarao.com/

6 pensions and lodges where you can enjoy the great nature of Madarao Highlands

In Madarao Highlands, there are not only luxury hotels but also pensions and lodge-type accommodations where you can enjoy the great outdoors.

In addition to skiing in the winter, there are pleasant golf courses and walking courses in the summer, making it a place where you can enjoy the seasonal nature that is unique to the highlands.

Here we will introduce pensions and lodges where you can experience the great nature of Madarao Plateau.

1. Madarao Vacation Village

Madarao Vacation Village is a private villa type accommodation facility where you can enjoy stays in log cabins, cottages, and apartment style.

Staying in large wooden lodges or apartments will allow you to fully enjoy Madarao's natural beauty with all your senses. As this is a private rental type of accommodation, it is recommended for those who value privacy during their stay.

The accommodation also offers private lessons for everyone from beginners to advanced skiers, so this is recommended for those who want to take advantage of this opportunity to improve their skiing skills.

Furthermore, there is a hot spring facility called Madarao no Yu within a 5-minute taxi ride, so it is perfect for those who want to enjoy the natural hot springs of Madarao Plateau.

    Address: 1101-126 Chamonix, Tarumoto Madarao, Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture
    Phone number: 0269-67-0215
    Access: Approximately 30 minutes by bus from JR “Iiyama” station
    Official website: https://madarao15.jp/

2.Pension Village Kazekozo

Pension Village Kazekozo is a pension with excellent access, located a 1-minute walk from Tangram No. 6 lift.

The building is made of extremely thick logs and is characterized by a structure that allows you to feel the warmth of wood. The full-course dinner made with seasonal local ingredients has received high reviews.

While warming yourself with the wood-burning stove, you can enjoy the feeling of time passing slowly with a cup of coffee or tea in hand.

Wi-Fi is available throughout the building, and there are 6 guest rooms. There is not only air conditioning but also floor heating, so you can feel safe even in the cold season. You can choose from Western-style standard rooms and family rooms. Yukata can be rented for 500 yen.

    Address: Tangram Pension Village, Furumi, Shinanomachi, Kamizuuchi District, Nagano Prefecture
    Phone number: 026-258-3707
    Access: Approximately 30 minutes by taxi from JR “Iiyama” station
    Official website: http://kazekozou.jp/

3.Blueberry Pension

Blueberry Pension is a homely pension located 2 minutes walk from Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. It is popular for its stylish interior and delicious homemade food.

There are rooms that can accommodate 1 to 6 people, and a new apartment-style facility has also opened. There is also a living-dining room and kitchen, so long-term stays are also possible. The view from the large windows is truly spectacular.

Ski and snowboard equipment can be rented at a discounted price exclusively for hotel guests. There are separate bathrooms for men and women, and a lounge area with a fireplace and shared games and magazines.

We can also arrange snowshoeing guides to walk on frozen lakes and follow the footprints of highland animals. Please ask the pension staff about transportation, guided tours, and packed lunch arrangements.

    Address: Blueberry Pension, Madarao Kogen, Iiyama City, Nagano Prefecture
    Phone number: 0269-64-3438
    Access: Approximately 30 minutes by bus from JR Iiyama Station

4. Madarao White Tree Lodge

Madarao Kogen White Tree Lodge is a lodge located 3 minutes walk from the 6th lift of Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. On the first floor of the main building, there is a lounge where you can watch Netflix, a cafe/bar, and a private open-air bath.

This is a small, international inn run by an Australian and Japanese couple, and the appeal of the dining space is that you can casually mingle with guests from various countries over a drink in hand.

There are four types of guest rooms: standard rooms, family rooms, triple rooms, and Japanese-style rooms, as well as vacation rentals that can accommodate up to 10 people.

    Address: 2388-12 Furumi, Shinanomachi, Kamizuuchi-gun, Nagano Prefecture
    Phone number: 026-258-2227
    Access: Approximately 30 minutes by bus from JR Iiyama Station. Pick up in front of Madarao Kogen Hotel

5.Madarao Mountain Lodge

Madarao Mountain Lodge is a lodge run by a married couple, the owner from Sydney, Australia, and his Japanese wife. We are available in both Japanese and English, and have a homely atmosphere where you can feel free to ask questions about anything you don't understand.

There are a total of 11 guest rooms, including apartment-type, lodge-type Western-style rooms, and Japanese-style rooms, so you can choose the style of the room you like. Some Japanese-style rooms even have their own bathroom.

After enjoying winter sports, why not enjoy a night in Madarao with fresh sashimi, sushi, fish and chips, local sake and craft beer at the lodge's restaurant and bar, The Greenhouse Cafe? .

    Address: 11492-330, Iiyama City, Nagano Prefecture
    Phone number: 080-9707-1694
    Access: Approximately 20 minutes by bus from JR “Iiyama” station

6.Altitude Madarao

Completely renovated in 2017, Altitude Madrado is a hotel right on the slopes. There are a total of 10 rooms, each with its own bathtub. The warm interior design and design are also attractive.

Ski equipment storage space and luggage storage are also available on site. The spacious dining room and lounge overlooking the snowy mountains is a great place to watch movies and interact with guests.

    Address: 11492-399 Madarao Kogen, Iiyama City, Nagano Prefecture
    Phone number: 080-9435-8002
    Access: Approximately 30 minutes by bus from JR Iiyama Station

If you want to travel smoothly to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort, use the Snowliner!

If you are heading from the airport to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort, we recommend using the ``Snow Liner'' bus that goes directly to the ski resort.

Public transportation such as rental cars, trains, buses, and taxis are often used to travel from Narita Airport or Haneda Airport to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort.

However, for those who are going from the airport to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort for the first time, or for those who bring their own ski and snowboarding equipment, it can be difficult to transfer to public transportation and head to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort.

If you use the Snowliner, you can reserve your bus seat in advance on a dedicated reservation site , present your online ticket on the day of your ride, and go directly to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort on one bus without changing trains. It is also attractive that you can leave your heavy luggage there.

If you want to avoid the hassle of traveling after arriving in Japan, why not try using the Snow Liner, which goes directly from the airport to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort, for a smooth journey to the ski resort? Is it?

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Choose the hotel that suits you and enjoy your stay in Madarao Kogen!

We introduced hotels recommended for families and pensions and lodges where you can enjoy the great outdoors. It is no exaggeration to say that the quality of your trip will be determined by the accommodation you use.

Choose the hotel that suits you and make the most of your stay in Madarao Kogen.

If you want to travel smoothly from the airport to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort, we recommend using the Snow Liner. Please check the dedicated reservation site for detailed fee structure and precautions when using the service.

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