A short walk from Shiga Kogen Ski Area, Villa Alpen provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a coffee shop/cafe, and a playground. Hit the slopes at this lodge offering ski-in/ski-out access, a free ski shuttle, and ski equipment rentals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby.
Shiga Highlands, a neighborhood in Yamanouchi, is home to Villa Alpen. Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Maruike Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Takayakushi Wakoan and Biande Shinshu Nakano. Taikan Bonsai Museum and Kurino Komichi are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with downhill skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowshoeing. Visit our Yamanouchi travel guide
381-0401, Nagano-ken, Yamanouchi, 7148 Hirao, Yamanouchi-cho, Sun Valley, Shiga Plateau
What's nearby
Shiga Kogen Ski Area
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Maruike Ski Area
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Hasuike Ski Area
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Shiga Kogan Nature Conservation Center
18 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Yudanaka Station
21 min drive
Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
105 min drive
Restaurants
味処 みか さ
12 min drive
中国料理 獅子
8 min drive
大勝軒
7 min drive
山ノ内大勝軒
14 min walk
レストラン サンクリストフ
About this property
Villa Alpen
Lodge near Shiga Kogen Ski Area
You can look forward to an indoor public bath (no minerals), a coffee shop/cafe, and a playground at Villa Alpen. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this lodge offering ski-in/ski-out access, a free ski shuttle, and ski equipment rentals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking and extended parking
A free area shuttle, an elevator, and multilingual staff
A 24-hour front desk, 1 meeting room, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Villa Alpen feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Handrails in hallways
Stair-free path to entrance
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchairs on site
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Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private or shared bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided
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Air conditioning
Desk
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Vegetarian dinner options are available for guests booked in Half Board rate plans. Additional fees of JPY 1,200 apply for vegetarian options and guests must contact the property 2 weeks prior to arrival to request this dinner.
This property is unable to accommodate dietary restrictions, including gluten-free diets.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities
Frequently asked questions
Is Villa Alpen pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.
What time is check-in at Villa Alpen?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Villa Alpen?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Villa Alpen located?
Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out lodge in Shiga Highlands is within a 5-minute walk of Shiga Kogen Ski Area, Maruike Ski Area, and Hasuike Ski Area. Kita Shiga Komaruyama and Ishinoyugenjibotaru Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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