Winter Whale Lodge

Kutchan guesthouse in city center

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At Winter Whale Lodge, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and Niseko Hanazono Resort. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snowboarding.
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Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (5)

  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Separate dining area
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
  • Dining table

Room options

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Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Traditional Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Traditional Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Traditional Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Superior Double Room, Mountain View | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Traditional Japanese Tatami Room Near Resort

  • Sleeps 2
Interior
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Cozy Room Near Resort With Volcano View (Room 2)

  • Sleeps 2
Property grounds
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Cozy House Near Resort With Volcano View (Room 3)

  • Sleeps 2
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Cozy House Near Resort With Volcano View (Room 1)

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
2-chome-2-58 Minami 4 Jonishi, Kutchan, Hokkaido, 044-0034

What's nearby

  • Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Niseko Hanazono Resort - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Rusutsu Resort - 37 min drive - 39.8 km
  • Lake Toya - 57 min drive - 42.4 km

Getting around

  • New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 123 min drive
  • Kutchan Station - 9 min walk
  • Kozawa Station - 16 min drive
  • Niseko Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪雪庭 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪大仁門 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪お菓子のふじい - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪SPROUT - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪たる鮨 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Winter Whale Lodge

At Winter Whale Lodge, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and Niseko Hanazono Resort. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snowboarding.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 4 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free offsite parking within 82 ft
    • Street parking available

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Ski runs nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 40
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 5 stairs to reach property
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dining table

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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
  • Cleaning fee: JPY 5000 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Property Registration Number M010044389

Also known as

Winter Whale Lodge Kutchan
Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse
Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse Kutchan

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Winter Whale Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Winter Whale Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Winter Whale Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Winter Whale Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like snowboarding and skiing.

What's the area around Winter Whale Lodge like?

Winter Whale Lodge is in the heart of Kutchan, a short 9-minute walk from Kutchan Station and 18 minutes' walk from Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area.

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Winter Whale Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.0

Cleanliness

7.0

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Very good

The property was not what we were expecting. It was a five bedroom home. It was very clean and when we had trouble with our door knob to our room, he came over and fixed it right away. When the outside door would not lock, no one came and fixed it
Diane, 8-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cameron, 3-night trip