Title: Villa Alpen Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Villa Alpen Slopeside fun with restaurant and bar/lounge ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5370000/5363000/5362965/f076950a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5370000/5363000/5362965/e2963e44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5370000/5363000/5362965/106655b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5370000/5363000/5362965/3e7b9cf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5370000/5363000/5362965/b2cc63d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Villa Alpen, at the base of Shiga Kogen Ski Area, welcomes guests with an indoor public bath and playground. Skiers enjoy ski-in/ski-out access, free ski shuttle, and equipment rentals. Practical amenities include in-room WiFi and laundry facilities for winter sports enthusiasts. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry - Air conditioning - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 23 - Sept 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-23&endDate=2025-09-24&selected=5362965&PinnedHotelID=5362965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-23&endDate=2025-09-24&selected=5362965&PinnedHotelID=5362965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 24 - Sept 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-24&endDate=2025-09-25&selected=5362965&PinnedHotelID=5362965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-24&endDate=2025-09-25&selected=5362965&PinnedHotelID=5362965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=5362965&PinnedHotelID=5362965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=5362965&PinnedHotelID=5362965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=5362965&PinnedHotelID=5362965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=5362965&PinnedHotelID=5362965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Family Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, w/ Toilet, w/o TV) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5370000/5363000/5362965/867555ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, w/ Toilet, w/o TV) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Down duvet Desk Daily housekeeping - 256 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ![Family Quadruple Room, Non Smoking (Western Japanese, w/ Toilet, w/o TV) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5370000/5363000/5362965/4b2585aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room, Non Smoking (Western Japanese, w/ Toilet, w/o TV) ### Highlights Air conditioning TV Desk Daily housekeeping - 256 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Futon ![Western Japanese Room or Japanese Style Room (Bed)(w/ Toilet, w/o TV) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5370000/5363000/5362965/da6cbe8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Western Japanese Room or Japanese Style Room (Bed)(w/ Toilet, w/o TV) ### Highlights Air conditioning TV Desk Daily housekeeping - 191 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNagano-Hotels-Villa-Alpen.h5362965.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNagano-Hotels-Villa-Alpen.h5362965.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%7C36.71629%2C138.48300&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mw2Y7fDGluMNSCMNraRVUaQkRSU=) 7148 Hirao, Yamanouchi-cho, Sun Valley, Shiga Plateau, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401 #### What's nearby - Maruike Ski Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles - Shibu - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles - Yudanaka Hot Spring - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles - Jigokudani Monkey Park - 16 min drive - 5.1 miles #### Getting around - Yudanaka Station - 22 min drive - Zenkojishita Station - 38 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪SHIGA BASE - ‬14 min walk - ‪猿座カフェ (ENZA Cafe) - ‬9 min drive - ‪レストラン ベル・ドール - ‬6 min drive - ‪山ノ内大勝軒 - ‬14 min walk - ‪横手山レストハウス あかり - ‬5 min drive ## 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, which offers ski-in/ski-out access, a free ski shuttle and ski equipment hire. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking and extended parking - A free local area shuttle, a lift and multilingual staff - A 24-hour front desk, 1 meeting room and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms at Villa Alpen have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Daily housekeeping, desks and phones ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free area shuttle - Free ski shuttle - Free extended parking on site - Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site - Limited on-site parking ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Things to do - Playground - Ski equipment rentals - Ski storage - Ski-in/ski-out access - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Free area shuttle - Laundry facilities - Playground ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station - Meeting room ### Spa - Public indoor bath (no minerals) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in hallways - Lift - 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 lift - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchairs on site ### More - Fireplace in lobby - Smoke-free property - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private or shared bathroom - Slippers - Towels provided ### More - 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 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. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 on-site public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as Villa Alpen Villa Alpen Hotel Villa Alpen Hotel Yamanouchi Villa Alpen Yamanouchi Villa Alpen Lodge Yamanouchi Villa Alpen Lodge Villa Alpen Lodge Villa Alpen Yamanouchi Villa Alpen Lodge Yamanouchi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa Alpen pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Villa Alpen? > 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? > Checkout 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 Maruike Ski Area and Hasuike Ski Area, and is convenient for winter sports, such as skiing lessons and snowshoeing. Shiga Kogen Ski Area is steps away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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