It wasn’t so much of a ski in and out. We had to walk up to niskeo prince and exit via their ski in and out and we had to come down via maples niskeo to walk downhill. Otherwise with the snowboard and boots, the legs are almost giving way. We expected literally ski in and out like maples or niskeo prince next door. Breakfast buffet was alright and acceptable quality. It is warm and cosy and good view of snow. We would have rebook our previous niskeo prince if we knew it wasn’t a ski in and out. The snowboards locker area doesn’t have safety features and if you’re bringing own board, it would be better to book a place with valet or Locker like next door hotels. Our boards were new and we didn’t want to lose it. We lugged it everywhere . Only benefit: it’s right opposite hirafu 118 convenient store for all hauls and midnight buying of bread or noodles. The ramen store is directly opposite too! Yummy food! Go early for ramen as the queue is insane during winter!
The hotel is overrall well ventilated and cosy and the staff are polite and welcoming.