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9.3 / 10 Guest Rating

Yama Lodge Madarao

389-2257 Nagano, Iiyama, Madarao-kogen, 11492-400, Madarao Kogen, jp

Yama Lodge Madarao - main view

About the Property

Ski-in, Ski-out Access
Yama Lodge Madarao offers the convenience of ski-to-door access, perfect for ski enthusiasts looking for a seamless experience.

Onsen Retreat
Indulge in relaxation with a rejuvenating hot spring bath at Yama Lodge Madarao, providing a traditional Japanese experience.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day right with a variety of breakfast choices, including buffet, continental, and Full English/Irish options offered daily at the hotel.

Book your stay at Yama Lodge Madarao now for an unforgettable ski getaway in Madarao Kogen!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Laundry
Luggage storage
Bar
Skiing

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

9.3
Exceptional51 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the ski location and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness9.3
Service9.8
Location9.8
Room Quality8.7
Amenities8.8
Value for Money9.2
Food and Beverage9.3
Overall Experience9.6

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ShannonauAU
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 15, 2025

"Absolutely perfect and exceeded our expectations - Highly recommend!"

10.0

Our stay at Yama Lodge was nothing short of amazing, it truly exceeded our expectations in every way. - The staff were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to help. They provided a free shuttle service (To and from dinners every night) which was super convenient. - I personally loved the location, quieter part of the mountain but a short walk to the slopes (Practically ski in and out). - The private onsen was incredible, and the main common area had such a warm, cosy atmosphere that made it feel like home. They even had another area with some gym equipment and yoga mats. - As a newer lodge, everything was spotless and beautifully maintained. The beds were super comfy and soft, which we found quite rare in Japan! - The free breakfast was exceptional, far beyond the usual standard. All of these factors made Yama Lodge, in our opinion, the best value for money you could find for snow accommodation in Japan. Highly recommend!

We loved it so much, that we didn't like leaving haha.

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AngthTH
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 14, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Fantastic Host. Will definitely be back!

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DrewauAU
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 13, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Good location for ski/board access to first lifts. Not a super busy mountain which was good. Also enjoyed the private onsen, drying room facilities and the option to get shuttles to and from restaurants. Staff were super friendly and happy to help out with anything.

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AmycaCA
Verified booking
family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 10, 2025

"Pleasant stay in a pleasant place."

7.0

Location, fireplace, cosy great room, room to stretch or do yoga, drying room, in house onsen.

Smoke from the fireplace crept upstairs to the bedrooms a bit more than was pleasant at times.

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LionelfrFR
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 10, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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MarkeeusUS
Verified booking
group
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 8, 2025

"If you’re looking to stay in a chill, cozy Lodge nestled in Japans mountains that are close to the lifts then this is th"

10.0

We absolutely LOVED this property. It should be known that this is a TRUE LODGE. It’s not a big hotel with a ton of guests. It’s cozy, family friendly, and has a homey feel. Despite other reviews we’ve read, this is a TRUE SKI-IN, SKI-OUT. You take a quick 1 minute walk to the top of the street, cross the main road and you’re clipping in for a short ride down to the main lifts! The Lodge provided a shuttle service to and from Madarao Kogen Hotel where you catch the bus and even did shuttle services for dinner. We loved the 2 private onsite Onsen’s, each with an indoor and outdoor hot spring. The Onsen’s were unique, especially for foreigners, because you could reserve a specific time just for those in your room. They had a side room just for your boards/skis and a heated room for your boots, gloves and snow gear. We also loved using the hangout space downstairs that had some workout equipment and area to stretch. Upstairs had a nice space for the check in desk, tables and chairs to eat breakfast and some couches to chill in front the fire. The staff were amazing, super friendly and helpful. HUGE SHOUT OUT to Kane and his staff (Braden, Luca, Emma, Conner, Ruby, Daisy and Bonnie) for making our stay unforgettable!

Location to shops/restaurants. The Lodge is nestled up toward the top of the mountain so it’s a bit far from most shops or restaurants. You can walk but it’s pretty far from everything, especially if you have kids. You’d need a car or the Lodge does a shuttle service which works great. Also, the lodge doesn’t have an elevator. It’s only about 3 flights of stairs but if stairs are a problem for you, that could be difficult.

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GraemegbGB
Verified booking
with friends
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 1, 2025

"Great snow, Great time , Hope to go back sometime!"

10.0

Staff went the extra mile to help with anything that was needed including drop offs and return to property from restaurants at night, the breakfasts were a good start to the day, the onsite onsen were a excellent bonus after a hard day boarding, superb

Nothing, absolutely first class

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ClarkeguGU
Verified booking
review category business travellers
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 14, 2025

"Warm and cozy stay close to skiing. Delightful staff. Can’t wait to come back next year."

10.0

Location is perfect. End of quiet side street, easy access to P7 parking lot, where you find side access to mountain and quick ski down to ticketing and lifts. My last run of the day I skied all the way to the front door of Yama (not always ski accessible - but after a nice dump very doable). All the seclusion you want for the private outdoor onsen, and all the convenience you want for quick access to the mountain. The dry room downstairs was perfect to dry out all the wet ski gear to be ready to roll to hit first tracks next day. Loved this place, they lean into what they are good at and do it great; provide a lovely family friendly setting for a killer ski holiday. And like any good business owner they avoid anything they can’t do top notch, but provide wonderful alternatives. So, they don’t really do much on the food and dining side: but they are very helpful in booking local restaurants and providing shuttle services to get to the restaurants. So kudos to Yama for concierge service. The owner knows the area, knows the ski business, and built a lodge that he’d always wanted to stay in. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to hit the slopes early, shred and come back to a super comfortable evening paradise, a warm fire, a cup of warmth and an idyllic onsen at night. My family of 4 had a perfect stay.

Breakfast is light and not overly complex. But that said, it really hits the spot, no more no less.

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KellieauAU
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 5, 2025

"Thank you to all the crew at Yama Lodge for making us feel at home during our stay. The hospitality was unmatched!"

10.0

The staff were exceptional, nothing was too much to ask. The location was great, just off the main strip (15 min walk or the staff drove us there and back) which meant it was super quiet and relaxing. 100m walk until you can click in and ski down to the main lift! The facilities are unreal, private onsens on site to help recover after a long day on the slopes.

Honestly, couldn’t fault it!

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MarkjeJE
Verified booking
family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 3, 2025

"Excellent, homely lodge where staff go out of their way for guests"

10.0

1. Close to the slopes - practically ski-in / ski-out 2. Fantastic staff who are friendly and will drive you to restaurants and pick you up 3. Welcoming lounge with fire and games room 4. Knowledgable owners who arranged a trip to nearby Suginohara for a day to ski 5. Snacks and coffee / tea available throughout the day 6. Onsen! A must after a day on the slopes

Nothing!

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