A 20-minute drive from Snow Monkey Park and located right in front of Shiga Kogen Ski Resort, the entirely non-smoking Aspen Shiga boasts an indoor hot-spring bath, a fireplace lounge and a breakfast with homemade bread. Free Wi-Fi is provided at the entire property, and rooms are Japanese-style. Guests at Aspen Shiga Lodge sleep on a traditional tatami (woven-straw) floor in futon bedding. All rooms come with heating facilities and have a flat-screen TV and green tea. Some rooms have a private toilet, and guests bathe at the shared hot-spring baths. A free pick-up service is offered from Hasuike bus stop, a 5-minute drive away, and guests should call upon arrival to use the shuttle. Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort is a 20-minute drive from the lodge. Guests can enjoy the surround nature at Shiga Kogen Highlands, which is registered as an UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Ski equipment hire and storage are offered in the winter, and you can enjoy barbecues in warm weather. Fishing is possible nearby. Breakfast is a mix of Japanese and Western tastes, served either as a set menu or a buffet (wintertime usually features a buffet). Restaurant Aspen offers a selection of breads and pastries as well as a limited lunch menu. Dinner can be served at the on-site restaurant at an additional charge upon an advance request.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site

Ski-to-door

Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
6.3
Low score for Yamanouchi
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  • Sophie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic traditional ski hotel, right next to the slopes in the most beautiful position.
  • Surangi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really good hotel and we were blown away by the facilities, location and hospitality. This was our first ski trip to Japan and little bit nervous about everything. Hotel pickup Van came to Yamanoeki and gave us a lift to the hotel. Checked in is...
  • Jan
    Australia Australia
    We were 7 adults with 3 rooms, 2 with bathroom and 1 with toilet and sink - 2 couple and 3 guys. Rooms were clean and nice to have toilet in the room. Very comfortable rooms - 2 with European and 1 Japanese style beding. Tea making in each room....

Property surroundings

Facilities of Aspen Shiga
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
Ski
  • Ski-to-door access
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski equipment hire on site
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Fax/photocopying
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Wellness
    • Public Bath
    • Hot spring bath
    Languages spoken
    • Japanese

    House rules

    Aspen Shiga takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 22:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Aspen Shiga accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Check-out time is 09:30 in the summer and 10:00 in the winter.

    Please note that this hotel has only heating facilities, it does not have air-conditioning.

    Please be informed that all guestrooms are non-smoking rooms. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.

    Please inform Aspen Shiga in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Aspen Shiga

    • Check-in at Aspen Shiga is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Room options at Aspen Shiga include:

      • Family
      • Twin

    • Aspen Shiga is 2.3 miles from the centre of Yamanouchi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Aspen Shiga may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, Aspen Shiga is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Aspen Shiga offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Skiing
      • Fishing
      • Public Bath
      • Hot spring bath