Madarao Mountain Lodge
Location: 11492-330, Iiyama, Nagano, 389-2253, Iiyama, JP
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Guest houses
About this Property
Ski-In/Ski-Out Access
Enjoy direct access to the slopes at this guesthouse, along with the convenience of bicycles for exploring the surrounding area.
Dining and Drinks
Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant or grab a drink at the bar/lounge. Start your day with a complimentary English breakfast.
Additional Amenities
Relax in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities and enjoy entertainment on flat-screen televisions. Take advantage of complimentary internet access and unwind in the arcade/game room.
Book now for a memorable stay at Madarao Mountain Lodge, just steps away from Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. Embrace the perfect blend of comfort and adventure during your mountain getaway.
Important Information
- Children 6 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- 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.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Instructions: The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 10 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Amenities & Facilities
- Free breakfast
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
- Arcade/game room
- Free WiFi
- Luggage storage
- Ski storage
- Wheelchair accessible
- Picnic area
- Downhill skiing nearby
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Ski storage
- Television in common areas
- Arcade/game room
- Library
- Free breakfast
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Ski-in/ski-out access
- Smoke-free property
- Ski lessons available nearby
- Ski equipment rental shops nearby
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free wired internet
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
- Snack bar/deli
- Parking (limited spaces)
- Snowshoeing on site
- Free self parking
- Computer station
- Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
- Ski passes available
- Free English breakfast
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
Rooms Available
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Japanese-style Family Room with Sink
4 Twin Futons
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels and Netflix
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, in-room sink, slippers, and free toiletries
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 6 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Slippers
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
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Superior Studio Suite
2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels and Netflix
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Slippers, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Slippers
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
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Standard Triple Room
3 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels and Netflix
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, slippers, and free toiletries
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 5 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Slippers
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
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Standard Double Room
1 Queen Bed
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels and Netflix
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, slippers, and free toiletries
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Slippers
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
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Japanese-style Family Room with Bathroom
4 Twin Futons
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels and Netflix
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, slippers, and free toiletries
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 6 (4 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
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Western Family Room
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels and Netflix
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, slippers, and free toiletries
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 6 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Slippers
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
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Standard Twin Room
2 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels and Netflix
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, slippers, and free toiletries
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Slippers
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
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Superior Studio
2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels and Netflix
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Slippers, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Slippers
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
Guest Reviews
- Guy (9/5): -
- Agnes (10/5): -
- Darren (10/5): Fantastic and will be back - Fantastic place to stay, great atmosphere and the owners and staff could not have been more hospitable. Also helped with local knowledge of where to go and organised black cat for our items back to the airport.
- Harrison (10/5): Great friendly hospitable lodge! - Amazing lodge, Mark and Abbie were incredibly hospitable, organising lifts from the local bus stop, proving great prices for rental snowboard equipment and a very clean and comfortable room and facilities. The bar and restaurant provide a great range of delicious food and drinks including local and western options and homemade Chi-hai (lemon sour). 2min walk to the snow runs, other restaraunts and onsens. Highly recommend! Thanks
- Jenny (10/5): We’ll be back! - The lodge is pretty much a ski in ski out lodge. You won’t find this with all of the other Madarao lodges.The owners Mark and Abi were so helpful and went out of their way to make our stay easy and wonderful. BTW Abi is an amazing chef! Her food was awesome and cheap! Very friendly environment. Nothing
- Asmita (9/5): -
- Santiago Pedro (10/5): -
- Phuong (10/5): Best place to stay in Madarao - Excellent location - literally 120m from the slopes to ski in/ski out. Mark and Abby are fabulous hosts and very helpful with any questions. Food is exceptional. You must try the restaurant!! Great staff and all round great place to stay. Nothing! We will be back for sure.
- Melissa (10/5): -
- Caitlin (10/5): - Loved the convenience of location- we boomed the family apartment which was actually in the madarao Kogen hotel (an absolute bonus)! We were able to use the hotel facilities and ski in/ski out which was an experience we loved, making each ski day super easy.
- Tanielle (9/5): Very relaxed vibes. Great atmosphere - Loved the breakfast inclusion. Food was always amazing. The vibe was always chill which made it feel more home like. One of beds were a tiny bit small for us length wise so would hit head or feet in night. Another one of the single ones would be perfect.
- Simon (10/5): -
- Lara (10/5): A warm friendly fun stay at Madarao Mountain Lodge. - Our family was very well looked after from hiring ski/snowboard gear to being dropped off at any local restaurant. Mark, Abbie and their daughter Hannah were a delight. We also enjoyed Abbie's cooking at the lodge. Overall a very happy family holiday at Madarao Mountain Lodge. The staff were great too - very friendly and helpful. All great
- Ling (8/5): -
- Victor Haro (10/5): Very comfortable and pleasant stay! -
- Peter (10/5): Mark and Abby go out if their way to make you geel like a guest in their home, not just a client. - The location is exceptional, just a couple minutes to the slopes.
- Kim (8/5): Very good -
- Vaes (9/5): Superb - Mark, the owner, was more than helpful. The hotel was located right next to the ski school for my kids.
- Amir (7/5): Good -
- Mk (6/5): Pleasant -
- Mary (10/5): Cozy winter stay and very foreigner friendly - We were provided with everything we needed to have a comfortable stay. Really appreciated the transfer from Madarao Kogen Hotel to the lodge since it was snowing and it was so difficult to drag our luggage in the snow and we also had a baby in tow. The food was also very good. Everyone involved in the lodge are so hardworking. We booked the lodge because it had a restaurant and we really didn't want to go out for dinner in peak winter weather since we had a baby with us. Didn't know the restaurant was very popular and also caters to those not staying in the lodge, which was fine, but was alarmed when we went for dinner the first day, hungry and tired from our travel, and was almost turned away for not having a reservation. It all worked out in the end and we were able to get seats but was scared there for a bit. Food was so delicious though!
- Andreas (9/5): Superb - - great location to the slopes - very good food for breakfast and dinner - very friendly owners and staff
- Nerida (9/5): Great location, great food, great staff. - Great location, walkable to ski slopes and food venues. Amazing food - great cook. Warm and dry and helpful staff. Not enough hanging space in room or drying room.
- Drew (8/5): Very good - Attached free onsen was amazing, Mark was very helpful in driving us to the lodge and to the bus stop when leaving, ski gear hire was mostly good. Internet was not very good in room.
- Pailin (2/5): Overprice / Disappointed - Owner and staff were friendly Dinner at the restaurant is tasty Give me a ride to bus stop 👍🏼 I booked 4 nights for ¥176,000!! When I arrived I was shocked for the place that so small and my room has to walk up by little stairs case so I told mark that I would stay only 2 nights and please refund 2 nights. But he wasn’t allowed to do that. In the end I can’t stand to stay more so I left before one day which means I threw away my money ¥44,000!! Disappointed
- Stefanie (9/5): Will stay here again. - Excellent location a short walk from the ski slope. Mark and Abi are welcoming and helpful. Breakfast is hearty and delicious. Can highly recommend dinner at the Greenhouse Cafe. Our second stay here, great value for money and a lovely experience in a traditional lodge.
- Emily (9/5): Superb -
- Richard (9/5): Superb - Abi and Mark were great hosts and their lodge was a great place for our family to stay during our week skiing. In house dining options were excellent and our family room was spacious and comfortable. Looking forward to coming back next ski trip.
- Aneta (6/5): Pleasant -
- Philomene (10/5): Great hotel - The room was great, spacious, and the bed was really comfortable. The heater was super efficient and it was nicely warm. The hosts were lovely.
- Moya (10/5): Exceptional -
- Moya (10/5): Top spot! - Great location, own kitchen, and they were really helpful No complaints. Maybe a second key would have been helpful.
- Willie (10/5): Exceptional - Great location. Good communication Room was a bit dated
- Bronwyn (10/5): Super comfy and cosy lodge, awesome ski-in ski-out location, and sensational home-cooked meals. - Super comfy and cosy lodge, awesome ski-in ski-out location, and sensational food by the resident owner-chef! Very relaxed helpful team of staff.
- Grant (8/5): Very good - Proximity and great hosts Mattresses, one quilt too short. Ski storage and lounge area very small
- Mikaila (10/5): Amazing Christmas stay! - We had the most magical Christmas at Madarao Mountain Lodge! The location was perfect, they had ski rental at fantastic prices and couldn’t do enough for us. Abby’s cooking was sensational. All of the staff were so kind and helpful, we are dying to go back! Nothing
- Stacey (8/5): Very good - The breakfast was nice. We loved how close it was to skiing. The staff is kind. There was a mix up with our dinner reservation, and we ate dinner in the basement where there weren’t enough chairs for our group. It was awkward but okay. We also reserved 2-3 person rooms for our family of 6 that were separated by 2 flights of stairs. Our kids are old enough to be separate, but I had to go up and down 2 flights of stairs to check on them, bring them things, etc. There are a lot of people that come through the restaurant in the evening, and the entry spaces/stairs can get really crowded.
- Caitlin (9/5): We hope to be back to Madarao - Madarao Lodge is a great family run lodge in a very special resort. We enjoyed the breakfasts, dinner, drinks and accommodation. Definitely the best place to have dinner in Madarao too. Mark and Abby (Mayuka) go out of their way to make sure you have everything you need to enjoy your stay and enjoy the skiing. Highly recommend you staying at Mountain Madarao Lodge, 6 nights was too short.
- Jo (9/5): Superb - Mayuko and Mark really made us feel welcome 🤗 We stayed in separate apartment so is not in main lodge and a short walk away ( although closer to ski runs ). Truly ski in ski out . Mayuko made the most exceptional food . We were there every night for dinner and loved the chilled vibe as well as the food and drinks . Best small lodge in Madarao . Nothing
- Lara (10/5): Perfect stay at Madarao - Friendly staff. Delicious food. Close to ski lifts.
- Ken (10/5): Great location and great host - Mark was a great host and went the extra mile when we had difficulties on reaching the property due to the difficult road conditions.
- Marc (10/5): We had a wonderful stay, and would definitely live to come back ! - The location is fantastic, a 2 min walk from the ski fields. There is a very homey atmosphere and the owners made us feel at home. The rooms are a bit tiny, but that is totally to be expected in a mountain chalet
- Christopher (10/5): This place is amazing and we are looking forward to coming again! - Excellent staff, great location, and great food!
- Bernard (10/5): If you want to feel looked after on a ski trip at Madarao, this is the place for you! - Mark and Abby are absolutely phenomenal hosts! They've brought on some excellent staff as well who were attentive and great company during our evenings at the lodge. The cooking is fantastic and we felt very well taken care of. The lodge is also steps away from the hill — at most a 5 minute leisurely walk! Rentals are available through the lodge as well as life passes to both Madarao and neighbouring Tangram. Couldn't have asked for a better stay! The quality of the pillows in our room was our only real criticism — but we also didn't ask if they had nicer ones, so that's on us too. Other than that, the service and comfort of the lodge exceeded our expectations. A perfect base for a day of skiing at Madarao!
- Claire (10/5): Ann absolutely delightful stay with incredibly nice people in a perfect location. - The location was perfect for skiing. Easy to park, beautiful wintery view out the window. Fun rooms to hang out in and play games. The owners and staff were incredibly accommodating in every single way. Absolutely lovely people, fabulous food, charming and welcoming atmosphere. Took care of us! The hallways were a bit chilly at night.
- Guy (9/5): Great value for money. - We booked the apartment which is located in the hotel. As others have stated, there is no wifi in the room, you have to go the lobby area. We paid for a mobile wifi router for our stay in Japan so it wasn't an issue. Room is small as stated, however we are three 6ft males and we managed fine. Just meant we needed to be tidy. Beds were big enough and comfy. The location is excellent, a short walk to the first lift. The hotel facilities are great, which you can use as part of the apartment stay. The lodge owner is friendly and their restaurant is great.
- Russell (10/5): Exceptional -
- Carson (9/5): Great Ski-In/Ski-Out Separated Apartment (Important: No Wifi in Apartment) - Note: Stayed in the Separated Apartment The location is SUPERB. Literally ski-in/ski-out. Apartment also comes with access to the hotel's onsen, which is quite spacious and includes a sauna and outdoor pool. Apartment can comfortably sleep four people and includes a well-stocked kitchenette. THERE IS NO WIFI IN THE APARTMENT. Be prepared to burn through your cell data or go sit down in the lobby. Makes spending long periods in the apartment after a long day of skiing difficult.
- Veronica (10/5): Exceptional - Cosy and convenient . Made to feel welcome and amazing food and hospitality.
- Nicole (10/5): Would highly recommend if you are staying in Madarao! - Abby and Mark were great hosts! Breakfast was amazing and all of Abby's cooking was delightful. Abby was very helpful in suggesting things for us to do on days we didn't ski.
- Rachael (9/5): Unique, comfortable, excellent for those wanting to hit the slopes first thing - Amazingly hospitable hosts - food was fabulous, comfortable beds. Super close to lifts. Nothing
- Jarrod (10/5): A great location with good views of the mountain. Friendly staff and great dinner options! - Nice friendly staff with a western feel
- Giselle (10/5): Excellent, highly recommend - It was like staying with the best of your family who happen to have a great ski lodge. The hosts went above and beyond for us, wonderful place to stay, great food and facilities.
- Adam (8/5): Very good -
- Tricia (7/5): Good location for the price. - Location - ski in ski out. Onsen in the hotel. Small room. Bathroom super small. Dated. Only one key.
- Thomas (8/5): Very good - Very flexibel host and superb communication.
- Grace (10/5): Felt like a home away from home with beautiful people & great location - 10/10 service, the staff were amazing! Abbey & Mark the owners are such beautiful people. We had a group of 6 friends & they made us feel so welcome from the day we got there. The food is very good, the breakfast included is big and so yummy! The location was amazing as well, you can walk down the road and you’re on the slopes. A short walk in the other direction takes you to more food. Our whole group would definitely visit again & we highly recommend staying. It was honestly the best stay, we miss it already! Nothing everything was great!!
- Paulo (10/5): Exceptional -
- Michal (10/5): Great atmosphere, fabulous food, convenient location - Breakfast each morning was amazing. Perfect way to start the day on the slopes. A very short and easy walk to the slopes. Mark and Abe are wonderful hosts and Abe is a wonder to watch in the kitchen! The convenience and delicious food made it difficult for us to want to venture out! The staff are all very friendly and kept the shared bathrooms spotless - thank you. Shout out to Colin for his musical performance on one night of our stay. Looking forward to our next visit!
- Andrew (10/5): Brilliant lodge stay in the heart of Madarao! - Thoroughly enjoyed our family stay at the Madarao Mountain Lodge. Used it as a very convenient base for 3 nights to ski the Madarao, Nozawa and Myoko resorts. Good atmosphere / good dining / good pricing and good location. Proximity to the slope is a brisk 1 minute walk. Highly recommend and will be back! Nothing. The perfect stay!
- Michael (8/5): Very good -
- Ellie (9/5): Superb -
- Wei (8/5): Very good - Wonderful stay. The lodge staff kindly prepared everything for us. Already looking forwarding to next trip.
- Gary (10/5): Will be back again & again - Everything was great as has been my last few stays. Location & food are fantastic Nothing
- Susan (9/5): Had a fantastic time, will be back! - Close to everything, breakfast each morning was very welcomed. Food at the cafe was excellent too, highly recommended for taste and value for money. Room was basic but skied all day and we all slept well at night!
- Brown (8/5): Cozy, friendly staff, easy area to go skiing. - Staff was very friendly! They made our meals and gave us a ride to the bus station. They also tried to lend us skiing equipment, but my brothers size 13 foot didn’t fit their equipment. So Mark said we could get supplies at the MADARAO resort and they would have his size. The location of the resort was optimal for a pleasant skiing experience. About a 5-10 minute walk to the mountain. We enjoyed our entire stay at the lodge.
- Jonathan (10/5): An awesome lodge with fantastic value - Everything about MML is fantastic. Abby & Mark have made the lodge very comfortable and welcoming. Highly recommended none
- Kat (10/5): Exceptional - Amazing staff and hosts. Highly recommend and close to the slopes. Great food and drinks N/A
- Reynolds (9/5): Awesome lodge -
- Randall (9/5): Superb -
- Fw76538 (8/5): Very good -
- Hafifi (7/5): Good -
- Rebecca (9/5): Superb - Family feel with exceptionally friendly staff.
- Callum (8/5): Very good -
- Carolyn (10/5): This is a wonderful place to stay for your Madarao visit. And if can’t get a room then definitely go for the food- it’s - Comfortable, well located, amazing food and great staff and owners. We felt completely at home apart of the family Snow was a bit poor but could not be helped
- Craig (7/5): Good -
- Jade (6/5): Everything you need to a basic ski trip - Perfect location for the slopes - only a 50m walk. Room was cozy and warm. Kitchen was tiny but had everything we needed. We didn't seem to recieve the warm welcome that others have reviewed about. It was towards the end of the season and we felt a bit like an inconvience to the owners.
- Jack (8/5): Great lodge, awesome staff, perfect location. - Wicked location, right next to the ski field. The staff are super friendly and down for a yarn at the end of the day. Was very peaceful and quiet for a lodge. Food in the restaurant was great and good value. Highly recommend this place. -
- Angela (10/5): Wonderful Stay! - Wonderful hospitality from Abby and Mark. Super Abby went out of her way to ensure we had a comfortable stay and her cooking was sensational! She even drove us to the bus stop in heavy snow.
- Mintchen (9/5): Nice stay and definitely will visit again - I like the studio included the kitchen and allows us to cook. The studio is located inside the madarao mountain resort where we can enjoy the facilities the same in the resort eg. Onsen, ski rental etc. The staff is really helpful and friendly. No WiFi available and we need to use our own wifi.
- Christina (10/5): Exceptional - We stayed in the apartment which is located at a hotel near the lodge. It was quite spaceous, clean, newly renovated, cosy and had a kitchen and strong wifi. It's actually great for a longer stay! The hotel offers a free shuttle to the Madarao Kogen Hotel and you can use the onsen in either hotel. You can get on the slopes from the apartment. There are quite a few excellent restaurants near the Kogen hotel. Our host was very friendly and also picked us up from Iiyama Station as we arrived late in the evening and dropped us off at another ski resort on one of the days. We'd happily stay again! One night we also ate at the lodge, the food was excellent and there was a fun vibe. If you book the apartment, just be aware that breakfast is not included. No supermarkets in Madarao, so bring lots of things to eat and drink with you! (Or just eat out on the slopes / in town and stock up in the small hotel convenience stores).
- Stephanie (10/5): We had a fantastic time and will definitely return! - We really enjoyed the hosts, the outstanding breakfasts, the short walk to the ski slope, and the great value.
- Tonis (8/5): Very good - Great breakfast. Good location. Close to ski lifts.
- Pierre (10/5): Perfect stay for skiing with amazing hosts - Amazing owners, super nice and friendly and very helpful on everything ! Lodge steps away from the slope and right next to a rental shop. Food is very good and handmade. nothing, everything was perfect ! maybe more veggies in the menu for long stays ! haha
- Kate (9/5): lovely low key lodge great value for money. - super capable and friendly host and cook Abe. very helpful. good location short walk to drop into ski slope and same on return. lovely breakfast nothing
- Man (10/5): Exceptional - The owners are super nice! Feels like home, they provide a lot of flexibility and convenience. Breakfast and dinners are amazing.
- Joshua (8/5): Very good -
- Richard (1/5): False advertising by dishonest owner. Avoid! - Getting out of there! False advertising!!! The description of the property is a small lodge, cosy and relaxing. The room we actually got wasn't even in the lodge, it was in the mega hotel, a few blocks away. So no room wifi, no cosy lounge and complimentary breakfast. The opposite of a lodge. We left after 1 night, this wasn't the experience we thought we were getting! Explained to the owner, and he couldn't care less, wouldn't consider refunding the 5 nights we hadn't used. We found out that this has happened before. Even splitting up groups - some in lodge, some in hotel. AVOID! There are other, lovely lodges all around. We ended up at the Hakken by Active Life. Better location, complimentary breakfast, friendly bar, honest and friendly host.
- Sean (10/5): Exceptional - Amazing location and food!
- Steven (8/5): Very good - The tastiest food, Clean, Great hospitality
- Scott (10/5): Exceptional -
- Hayate (10/5): Exceptional -
- Ross (5/5): Very friendly & comfortable accommodation - Very friendly and helpful staff Had a bar and area to meet other guests. They had an espresso machine
- Natasha (10/5): Great breakfast, clean comfy rooms, warm ski room, great hospitality. - The Madarao Lodge was outstanding! The legends Mark & Abby with their staff provided great food, modern room & showering facilities, and the warmest hospitality ever. Jimmy the cat was also great entertainment!
- Brendan (10/5): Awesome lodge for a group right next to the slopes. - Abby & Mark are wonderful hosts and make you feel so welcome in their lodge. Nothing is an inconvenience. With one of the best locations in town, great food and plenty of comfort, Madarao Mountain Lodge has to be the best value in town!
- Tato (10/5): Great breakfast & close to ski slopes - A short walk to the ski slope. Breakfast is amazing & Abby is such a great cook. Loves the coffee too. Nothing
- Damien (10/5): Exceptional for us - Very convenient to the ski slopes. They had a drying room, bedrooms, dining area with tea available all day. Ski passes at a discount available and recommended nothing
- Andrew (9/5): Superb - The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. would happily stay here again.
- Judith (10/5): Exceptional -
- Julian (10/5): Excellent hosts, good food, perfect location for snowboarding and Jimmy will steal your heart! - The owners and their daughter were all extremely welcoming and had no problems dealing with any little queries that we had. The staff were also all very kind and attentive. The food in the restaurant was else very nice for both breakfast and dinner! We went for a 3-day snowboarding trip and the lodge is next door to the slope, so walking there and back every day was super easy. And last but certainly not least is Jimmy, the lodge cat! I'll be back in the summer to take him for a walk through the forest! *Not really a negative point* Maybe the dining room could use an extra table to squeeze everybody in, but we were more that comfortable sitting downstairs to eat in the lounge room. The young gentleman that waited on our table was very cheery too and had no problem running up and down the stairs to bring us our orders!
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