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A 20-minute drive from Snow Monkey Park and located right in front of Shiga Kogen Ski Resort, the entirely nonsmoking Aspen Shiga features 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 in particular 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


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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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  • Jeremy
    Japan Japan
    The location is great as it’s right next to the ski hill. The breakfast was also very tasty and filling.
  • Dholchanok
    Thailand Thailand
    it’s in a great location , very nice food especially apple pie ☺️ . The food is one of the most affordable and delicious around the area. Very kind and helpful staff. definitely visit again next year. Whoever rent a car from Tokyo and plan out the...
  • Wanlin
    Singapore Singapore
    I really enjoyed my stay in Aspen shiga resort! Breakfast and dinner were so yummy and the staff were so friendly. I especially want to thank the Staff for sending us to the train station upon request. Facilities were clean as well. Though it is a...

Area info

Amenities of Aspen Shiga
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
Ski
  • Ski-in, ski-out access
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski rental 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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Safe
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Spa
    • Public Bath
    • Hot spring bath
    Languages Spoken
    • Japanese

    House rules

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

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's 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
    Must-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 nonsmoking rooms. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.

    Please inform Aspen Shiga 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.

    FAQs about Aspen Shiga

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

      • Skiing
      • Fishing
      • Public Bath
      • Hot spring bath

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

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

    • Check-in at Aspen Shiga is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The prices at Aspen Shiga may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Aspen Shiga include:

      • Family
      • Twin