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The Freshwater

The Freshwater

2-1-1-22, Niseko Hirafu, Kutchan-Cho, Abuta-Gun, Hokkaido 044-0089, Kutchan, 044-0081, Japan

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+1 (888) 389-1929

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Skiing

Private pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Hot tub

Ski rental on site

Parking On Site

The Freshwater

Welcome to The Freshwater, your cozy home away from home nestled in the beautiful Niseko Hirafu area of Kutchan, Japan! This charming 3-star apartment is just a short 3.3mi from the bustling city center and comes with a delightful starting price of only $120 per night. Enjoy the breathtaking views and fresh mountain air as you set off on your next adventure in one of Japan's premier skiing destinations!

The Freshwater is not just perfect for winter sports enthusiasts; it's loaded with amenities that'll make your stay a breeze. With free Wi-Fi, a private parking area, and ski rentals available on-site, you're all set for a fun day on the slopes or a cozy night in. Picture yourself unwinding in non-smoking rooms, soaking in the ambiance on the terrace, or binging your favorite shows with streaming services like Netflix, all while enjoying the comfort of your own kitchenware and free toiletries.

Don't just take our word for it! With 62 glowing reviews from past guests, The Freshwater is establishing itself as a fantastic place to stay in Hokkaido. Whether you're planning a thrill-seeking ski getaway or a tranquil retreat from the everyday hustle, this charming apartment is ready to welcome you with open arms. Grab your gear and get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Japan's majestic winter wonderland!

At The Freshwater, you can kick back and enjoy an array of enticing room types tailored to fit your every need—whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or with a group of friends. Get ready to create lasting memories in a homely atmosphere that will feel just like your very own ski lodge. With comfortable furnishings and spectacular views of the surrounding landscape, you’ll be waking up inspired each day to embrace your adventures in majestic Niseko!

After a day on the slopes or hiking through the beautiful surroundings, why not gather your fellow adventurers and whip up a cozy meal in your own kitchen? The fully-equipped kitchenware means you can channel your inner chef and treat yourselves to a hearty dinner. And when it’s time to unwind, sink into the relaxing vibe of the terrace or turn on your favorite series with convenient streaming services. The Freshwater is all about combining comfort and style with an exhilarating backdrop, ensuring every moment of your stay is enjoyable!

If you’re ready to hit the slopes, you’ll love the ease of on-site ski rentals that make gearing up for your winter adventures a breeze. And with no need to worry about cash, simply choose from a range of convenient payment options like Visa, Mastercard, or American Express, leaving you more time to focus on shredding the powder or soaking in the breathtaking mountain views. At The Freshwater, every detail is designed to make your stay enjoyable, so get ready for a fun-filled experience that you’ll cherish for years to come!

Closest airports

Okadama Airport

38.4mi

New Chitose Airport

50.3mi

Most popular amenities

Skiing

Private pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Hot tub

Ski rental on site

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

Elevator

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

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Suite, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

720 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Kitchenware

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Penthouse Residence, 4 Twin Beds, 2 Bedroom

4 Twin Beds

915 sqft

Private pool

Mountain view

Hot tub

Kitchen

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Superior Studio, King/Twin

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

235 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

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Suite, 4 Twin Beds, 2 Bedroom

4 Twin Beds

820 sqft

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Private Bathroom

Balcony

Kitchenware

x6

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Penthouse Suite, 4 Twin Beds, 2 Bedroom

4 Twin Beds

915 sqft

Mountain view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Balcony

x6

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Guest reviews

8.8

62 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Q

10

March 2025

Location!!!! It was in the perfect spot so close to supermarket, food trucks, coffee, lift. The team were so kind and helpful. It was super quiet and warm and way bigger than expected. It was associated to the vale hotel so we got an onsen for reduced price. We also used niseko sports at the vale to store our gear and the vale is located at the base of the ace gondola. Super convenient. Highly recommend.

I think it was a bit expensive but everything in Niseko is fairly pricey.

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Antonia

9.1

April 2025

It is an amazing place to stay!!! Spacious apartment, clean, great location, super friendly and helpful staff. You feel like home😊 There is only one thing I would wish: coffee machine. There is instant coffee available in the apartment and two shops about 2 min walk, which are selling great coffee. But when you just wake up it will be nice to make your coffee and not get dressed and walk outside in the cold to grab one. Apart from that we had a great stay at Freshwater.

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Tiffany

9.1

January 2025

The property is great, rooms were clean, beautiful and spacious. Location was amazing and staff friendly and helpful.

DO NOT USE THE CONCIERGE SERVICE to book lift tickets, ski rental equipment etc. the company that owns this property will email you to assist with booking other activities for you after you book the place. Our lift ticket code that they sent us did not work, the people at the lift could not help us because we used a third party, long story short, wasted half a day and did not ski and did not get our refund like they said they would.

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Chih-kuan

8.2

April 2024

We had the one-bedroom apartment that is quite spacious for our family of three. The apartment is clean and with a nice view to Mt. Yotei from the living room and bed room. (try to get 4th floor and above) The kitchen is fully equipped with stove, oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher. There are also washer and dryer in the apartment. The parking include both covered and uncovered parking areas and we did not have problem getting covered parking during our 3-night stay in early April. The location of the apartment is close to the main road and is walking distance to many restaurants. It is 7-10 minutes walk to the family run lift.

One of our biggest complaint is the bathroom. The shower does not have a shower door or curtain so water splashes around. The toilet clogged once and we had to call the maintenance. The ski storage room has a moldy smell. The front desk service time is limited around the check-in/out time during the winter season and was not available from 4/1.

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Peck

9.1

December 2023

I booked the apartment with 2 rooms. It is spacious, big living room, big kitchen, big bathrooms, big dinning area and nice view of Mt Yotei. My family loves the place so much and enjoy their stay. The location is near and in walking distance to Grand Hirafu Ski Resort if you don't drive. There is a Lawson next to the building in less than 100m walking distance. Most importantly, the apartment is well-equipped with the amenities, enough towels, enough kitchen cooking and dining amenities, got washer and dryer too. I highly recommend the place for family travellers.

I reached earlier and thought of parking my car at the premise first, however I reached at the time when there is no front desk service, so someone helped me to call and I waited for like 15 mins for a guy to come by, he told me I couldn't check in earlier but can park my car in the open air area but he sounded not familiar with the place and I felt like he didn't really know much to assist me, so ended up my car was park in open air area with snow storm, later I realized there is 2 indoor parking spaces and I wish someone could have told me so, so that I could save time in clearing the snow on my car, even the different guy who helped me with check in never told me so. But overall it wasn't a big issue.

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Sisilyn

10

April 2024

My stay at this studio was absolutely delightful. It was clean and thoughtfully organized. The amenities provided made my stay comfortable and enjoyable.The location of the house was also very convenient, with easy access to nearby Grand Hirafu and restaurants. Overall, I had a wonderful experience at this studio and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful and charming retreat. I can't wait to come back!

Nil

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Becky

10

April 2025

We loved how spacious the apartment was, it exceeded expectations. It was comfortable and well kitted out. The team there are really friendly and extremely helpful. The location was also a bonus. We really enjoyed our 6 night stay. It was easy to walk up to Kind Gondola for skiing or the family slopes.

We loved everything !

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Louise

9.1

April 2025

Great pickup and drop off service from the train station. People who worked there were very polite, friendly and offered great service. Seicomart, lawson and the niseko united bus stop was just within 100-200m of walk. Very convenient for our family. All you needed in the unit was also provided. Very central at hirafu area. Will definitely recommend to others.

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Nicole

8.2

March 2024

The room was fantastic. Lovely and clean and modern and we had a nice view of the main street.

The only thing that let us down here was the pick up/drop off service. It wasn’t clear that we would get picked up from the welcome centre so we walked to the hotel with our luggage. We were then told we would be dropped off on departure but the staff never showed up so we were left scrambling to catch a taxi and nearly missed our bus.

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Andrew

8.2

February 2024

The staff, Arthur, Louie, Luke and Kane were very helpful. They rescued us from Kutchan on a very cold and snowy night when there were no taxis available. Looked after us during our stay and got us to the bus early in the morning on the day of our departure. Thanks guys!

It’s expensive but then everything in Niseko is.

Points of Interest Around The Freshwater

Attractions

Hoheikyo Onsen

23.6mi

Jozankei

24.5mi

Amenities of The Freshwater

Skiing

Private pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Hot tub

Ski rental on site

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

Elevator

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - The Freshwater

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

From

$300

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+1 (888) 389-1929