Title: Winter Whale Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109745455&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse in Kutchan with free parking ## Photo gallery for Winter Whale Lodge ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi - Winter Whale Lodge (Kutchan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/d9b9882e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property - Winter Whale Lodge (Kutchan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/003427b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Winter Whale Lodge (Kutchan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/94fb6837.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Traditional Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi - Winter Whale Lodge (Kutchan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/8fa37fed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Winter Whale Lodge (Kutchan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/a2e006f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Winter Whale Lodge provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 13 - Jan 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=109745455&PinnedHotelID=109745455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=109745455&PinnedHotelID=109745455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=109745455&PinnedHotelID=109745455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=109745455&PinnedHotelID=109745455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=109745455&PinnedHotelID=109745455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=109745455&PinnedHotelID=109745455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - 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129 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, Mountain View ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/76fec55a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Mountain View ### Highlights Separate dining area Heating Full-sized fridge/freezer Dining table Hairdryer 2 bathrooms Microwave Free bottled water - 129 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, Mountain View ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/43882e1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Mountain View ### Highlights Separate dining area Heating Full-sized fridge/freezer Dining table Hairdryer 2 bathrooms Microwave Free bottled water - 129 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, Mountain View ![Superior Double Room, Mountain View | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/62178d55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Mountain View ### Highlights Separate dining area Heating Full-sized fridge/freezer Dining table Hairdryer 2 bathrooms Microwave Free bottled water - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKutchan-Hotels-Winter-Whale-Lodge.h109745455.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKutchan-Hotels-Winter-Whale-Lodge.h109745455.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.89781%2C140.75000&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qqMtwC-7kiRsAElQIiaNXnoXH6Q=) 2-chome-2-58 Minami 4 Jonishi, Kutchan, Hokkaido, 044-0034 #### What's nearby - Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu \- 9 min drive \- 4.0 miles - Niseko Hanazono Resort \- 10 min drive \- 3.6 miles - Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area \- 24 min drive \- 11.5 miles - Rusutsu Resort \- 37 min drive \- 24.7 miles #### Getting around - Kutchan Station - 9 min walk - New Chitose Airport (CTS) - 123 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪雪庭 - ‬3 min walk - ‪大仁門 - ‬4 min walk - ‪SPROUT - ‬8 min walk - ‪たる鮨 - ‬7 min walk - ‪NISEKO PIZZA - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Winter Whale Lodge Guest house near Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu Winter Whale Lodge provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Coworking spaces, luggage storage and a TV in reception Room features All guest rooms at Winter Whale Lodge have comforts, such as heated floors and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking within 25 metres - Street parking available - Free uncovered self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Dining table - In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer - In-room microwave - Laundry facilities - Separate in-room dining area ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Virtual front desk ### Business services - Coworking space ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Handrails in stairways (102 centimetre high) - Hardwood flooring in room - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - 2 shared bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dining table - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Separate dining area - Shared kitchen access ### More - Desk - Heated floor - Heating - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Access code, host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - An effective city/local tax rate of 2.00 per cent will be charged - Cleaning fee: JPY 5000 per accommodation, per stay. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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 This property accepts credit cards and cash Property Registration Number M010044389 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 ### Property is also known as Winter Whale Lodge Kutchan Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse Kutchan ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Winter Whale Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Winter Whale Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Winter Whale Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Winter Whale Lodge? ### Where is Winter Whale Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Winter Whale Lodge Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 7.0 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Diane 7 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The property was not what we were expecting. It was a five bedroom home. It was very clean and when we had trouble with our door knob to our room, he came over and fixed it right away. When the outside door would not lock, no one came and fixed it ##### Diane Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cameron 6 Feb 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities ##### Cameron Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Tenpyo Ryokan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nara-Hotels-Tenpyo-Ryokan.h14844103.Hotel-Information) > > [Konansou](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fujikawaguchiko-Hotels-Konansou.h9145049.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Fukinomori](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nagiso-Hotels-Hotel-Fukinomori.h34515912.Hotel-Information) > > [Kasuitei Ohya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Hotels-Kasuitei-Ohya.h13002262.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyo Disney Celebration Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tokyo-Hotels-Tokyo-Disney-Celebration-Hotel.h21163232.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Krakow-Hotels-Hotel-Jan.h2693247.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Ostuni](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ostuni-Hotels.d6023417.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Admiral Casino & Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Roque-Hotels-Hotel-Admiral-Casino-Lodge.h27007033.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near White Cliffs of Dover](https://www.expedia.co.uk/White-Cliffs-Of-Dover-Hotels.0-l6259515-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Suimeikan Karukaya Sanso](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takayama-Hotels-Suimeikan-Karukaya-Sanso.h16258706.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard By Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Kyoto-Shijo-Karasuma.h20518950.Hotel-Information) > > [Highland Resort Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Hotels-Highland-Resort-Hotel-Spa.h990130.Hotel-Information) > > [Wakakusa no Yado Maruei Ryokan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Hotels-Wakakusa-No-Yado-Maruei-Ryokan.h6136631.Hotel-Information) > > [Fuji View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Hotels-Fuji-View-Hotel.h2333483.Hotel-Information) > > [Killyhevlin Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskillen-Hotels-Killyhevlin-Hotel.h36171809.Hotel-Information) > > [Fujisan Onsen Hotel Kaneyamaen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fujiyoshida-Hotels-Fujisan-Onsen-Hotel-Kaneyamaen.h14626290.Hotel-Information) > > [Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hayakawa-Hotels-Nishiyama-Onsen-Keiunkan.h37148164.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Camden Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Camden-Town-London-Hotels-Budget-Hotels.0-n179518-0-tBudgetHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [HOSHINOYA Okinawa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Okinawa-Hotels-HOSHINOYA-Okinawa.h40226148.Hotel-Information) > > [Hoshino Resorts KAI Nikko](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nikko-Hotels-Hoshino-Resorts-KAI-Nikko.h17903043.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Thessaloniki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thessaloniki-Hotels.d3186.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Lagos (LOS) to Asaba (ABB)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/los/abb/lagos-to-asaba) ### Packages > [New York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays/178293/New-York) > > [France Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/France.d59.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Javea Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Javea.d55335.Holidays-City-Breaks) ---