AYA NISEKO

5 customer reviews

US $207

Upper Hirafu – Hotel / Apartments
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Bedrooms

AYA Niseko combines Japanese style with contemporary Western ski-in/ski-out luxury.

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Description

Allow the ski valet to retrieve your gear, stroll out onto the piste, glide onto the Ace Family Lift and start your journey up the mountain and Niseko’s famous powder snow. AYA Niseko sets a benchmark in style and exclusivity, coupled with Japan’s famous quality and hospitality.

Sleeps: 2 – 9 guests (10 max)
Size: 20 – 373m²
Built: 2016

AYA Niseko
Overview

Ski-in / Ski-out
Mt Yotei views
Ski-slope views
24-hour reception
Concierge
In-house ski rental / lessons

In-house ski shop
Ski valet
Restaurant & bar
Art gallery
Conference room

Indoor & outdoor onsen
Three private family onsens
Select in-room onsens
Spa
Gym & yoga studio
Guest lounge

“Aya” weaving – an ancient form of fabric used for imperial and Buddhist clothing – was the architect’s inspiration for the building. Interlocking weaving decoration and design themes can be seen throughout the building – it’s essentially a work of art itself. Inside the architect has and taken every opportunity to showcase art and artistic design, and there’s even an art gallery in the building.

The Penthouse apartments and ground-floor Residences are among the biggest and most extravagantly appointed apartments in Niseko. Ranging from 3 to 5 bedrooms (all with ensuite maid’s rooms) across 220-370sqm, all these premium apartments have real onsen hot spring-fed baths. The residences are literally the closest apartments to a ski lift in Niseko.

AYA’s apartments are wonderfully spacious and exquisitely furnished with bespoke furniture and luxe-level kitchens and bathrooms. Floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall windows amplify the beauty of the surrounds while underfloor heating keeps the apartments wonderfully warm and cosy.  All rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows and views of either the ski slopes, Mt Yotei or the snowbound forest alongside.

AYA Niseko
Features

COMFORT / CONVENIENCE
  • Centralised heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Gas fireplace
  • Private onsen bath
  • Balcony
  • In-room safe
  • Ski storage
  • Drying room
  • Washer/dryer
  • Housekeeping daily
  • Linen change/clean every 4 nights
INTERNET / ENTERTAINMENT
  • High-speed WiFi
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Apple TV (for rent)
  • Netflix (requires Apple TV and own account)
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • Games (available – limited)
KITCHEN / DINING
  • Equipped kitchen
  • Dining Table
  • Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Kettle
  • Toaster
  • Nespresso machine
  • Coffee/Tea/Milk/Sugar on arrival
  • Rice cooker
  • Cutlery/plates
  • Cooking utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishwashing powder
  • Dishwashing detergent
BEDROOMS
  • Western bedding
  • Closets
  • Hangers
  • Alarm clock
  • Cots (see “Extras” below)
BATHROOMS
  • Rain shower
  • Real onsen bath
  • Japanese washlet toilet
  • Towels
  • Shower products
  • Hair dryer

* See apartment-specific additional features under each individual room listing below
* Studios & Atelier Rooms do not have Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Bathtub
* Atelier Rooms do not have Fridge, Kitchen, Kettle, Coffee Machine or any Food or Drink Amenities

AYA Niseko
Apartment Types

1 BEDROOM ATELIER

Internal lighting window (not facing outside), en suite with shower, toiletries, high-speed WiFi, satellite TV, kettle, toiletries, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobe, towels, shared laundry, closet.

2 guests (2 max)
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
20m² (View indicative floorpan)

Bedroom 1 : 1 king double or 2 singles

1 BEDROOM STUDIO

Floor-to-ceiling windows, kitchenette, microwave, fridge, stovetop, toaster, kettle, sofa, coffee table, high-speed WiFi, wide-screen TV, cable/satellite TV, en suite with shower, toiletries, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobe, towels, shared laundry, closet, safe. Extra guest on sofa bed (see Extras below).

3 guests (3 max)
1.5 bedrooms
1 bathroom
47m² (View indicative floorplan)

Bedroom 1 : 1 king or 2 singles

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT

Floor-to-ceiling windows and a partitioned bedroom with a fold-out semi-double wall bed (murphy bed) in the living area, sofa, coffee table, dining table, kitchen, dishwasher, microwave, coffee machine, kettle, high-speed WiFi, satellite TV, en suite with bath, toiletries, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobe, towels, washer/dryer, desk, closet, safe. Extra guest on futon (see Extras below).

3 guests (4 max)
1.5 bedrooms
1 bathroom
69m² (View indicative floorplan)

Bedroom 1: 1 king or 2 singles

2 BEDROOM APARTMENT

Floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room, sofa, coffee table, dining table, full kitchen, dishwasher, coffee machine, high-speed WiFi, satellite TV, 1 x en suite with bath, bathing toiletries, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobe, towels, desk, washer/dryer, closets, safe. Extra guest on futon (see Extras below).

4 guests (5 max)
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
85-87m² (View indicative floorplan A / B)

Bedroom 1 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 2: 1 king or 2 singles

3 BEDROOM APARTMENT

Flagship rooms positioned on the corners of the building with floor-to-ceiling windows in most rooms, sofa, coffee table, dining table, full kitchen, dishwasher, coffee machine, high-speed WiFi, satellite TV, 1 en suite with bath, toiletries, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobe, towels, washer/dryer, desk, work space, closets, safe. Extra guest on futon (see Extras below).

6 guests (7 max)
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
154-156m² (View indicative floorplan A / B / C)

Bedroom 1 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 2: 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 3: 1 king or 2 singles

3 BEDROOM RESIDENCE A - 101

On the ground floor with the luxury of the penthouse. Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, private indoor onsen, high-ceilings, exclusive ski in entrance, boot room, underfloor heating, sofa, coffee table, dining table, full kitchen, dishwasher, coffee machine, high-speed WiFi, satellite TV, TVs in all bedrooms, gas fireplace, all en suite bedrooms with baths but one shower, toiletries, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes, towels, washer/dryer, desk, closets, safe. Extra guest on futon (see Extras below).

7 guests (8 max)
3.5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
225m² + 77m² private terrace (View indicative floorplan)

Bedroom 1 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 2 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 3 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 4 : 1 single

4 BEDROOM RESIDENCE B - 102

On the slopeside corner of the ground floor with the luxury of the penthouse. Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, private indoor onsen, high-ceilings, exclusive ski in entrance, boot room, underfloor heating, sofa, coffee table, dining table, full kitchen, dishwasher, coffee machine, high-speed WiFi, satellite TV, TVs in all bedrooms, gas fireplace, all en suite bedrooms with baths but one shower, toiletries, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes, towels, washer/dryer, desk, closets, safe. Extra guest on futon (see Extras below).

9 guests (10 max)
4.5 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
308m² + 163m² private terrace (View indicative floorplan)

Bedroom 1 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 2 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 3 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 4 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 5 : 1 bunk bed (sleeps 2)

4 + 1 BEDROOM PENTHOUSES A, B - 701, 702

South-facing with floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, Mt Yotei views, private outdoor onsen, balcony, sofa, coffee table, dining table, breakfast bar, full kitchen, dishwasher, coffee machine, high-speed WiFi, TVs in all bedrooms, gas fireplace, all en suite bedrooms with baths, toiletries, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes, towels, washer/dryer, desk, closets, safe. Extra guest on futon (see Extras below).

9 guests (10 max)
4.5 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
277m² + 191m² private terrace (View indicative floorplan A / B)

Bedroom 1 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 2 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 3 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 4 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 5 : 1 single

4 + 1 BEDROOM PENTHOUSE C - 703

North-facing with floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, ski slope views, private outdoor onsen, balcony, zen stone garden, tea room, sofa, coffee table, dining table, full kitchen, dishwasher, coffee machine, high-speed WiFi, TVs in all bedrooms, gas fireplace, all en suite bedrooms with baths, toiletries, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes, towels, washer/dryer, desk, closets, safe. Extra guest on futon (see Extras below).

9 guests (10 max)
4.5 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
373m² + 297m² private terrace (View indicative floorplan)

Bedroom 1 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 2 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 3 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 4 : 1 king or 2 singles
Bedroom 5 : 1 single

AYA Niseko
Location

Setting / Atmosphere

AYA Niseko’s location is literally as good as it gets. Located right on the Ace Family Run, it’s just seconds to the lifts and metres from the heart of the village. It’s a lively spot during the day especially with ski schools, yet this pocket of Hirafu will be pleasantly quiet in the evenings as the main action is on the other side of the intersection.

Lifts / Transport

There is simply no comparison in terms of location – walk straight past the Front Desk and the ski valet will bring out your equipment. Gear up and the lifts are straight out the door. AYA Niseko also offers regular shuttles to the Welcome Center and Hirafu Gondola should you wish to circumvent the queues at the Family lift.

Restaurants / Bars

With Hirafu’s main intersection just on the other side of the Vale Niseko hotel, there is no shortage of restaurants, bars, shops and amenities just a few steps from your door. It’s a perfect base from which to dive into Hirafu’s gourmet culture, and the experienced concierge is also on-site to help guide you to all the best spots.

Need to Know

EXTRAS

  • Extra futon/bedding: ¥9000pp/night
  • Baby Cot: ¥3000 pp/night
  • Children aged 6 and under stay for free in existing bedding
  • Children aged 7+ count towards occupancy

STAY REQUIREMENTS

  • Min stay: Low Season: 1 night, Other: 3 nights
  • Non-smoking
  • Check-in time: 3pm
  • Check-out time: 10am
  • Late check-in OK

PAYMENT DETAILS

  • We offer the best rates online
  • Rates include govt tax and services (other sites may add this to quoted prices)
  • Rates quoted in Yen (JPY)
  • 20% deposit due at booking
  • 80% balance due 60 days before arrival
  • Pay by credit card / PayPal / bank transfer
  • See our full terms and conditions

Please note all information provided is representative and subject to change. If there are features or services that are imperative to your stay, please check with us and we can confirm.

4.80
Based on 5 reviews
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  1. Avatar for Ivy Yeo

    Ivy Yeo

    We had a wonderful 8 nights in our 2 room apartment , we don’t ski so we find that the apartment is very comfortable even for non skiiers like us. We love the cleaning of the garbage everyday and the replenishment of coffee and tea( though it would be nice to have 2 cups of coffee and tea instead of 1 would be nice) The receptiong staffs are very courteous and helper, it would be nice to have a mirror in the rooms and reading lights by the beds. Anyway, we are very happy staying there.

  2. Avatar for Nicola O

    Nicola O’Boyle

    We had the most amazing ski trip and it was helped by staying at Aya, gorgeous spacious and comfortable apartments, . The hotel staff were so helpful and polite nothing was too much trouble. The ski in and out was fantastic made life very easy. Ginger was lovely for lunch staff again fantastic. We all really enjoyed the Onsen. The whole family want to go back to Niseko and stay at Aya.

  3. Avatar for Sammie P

    Sammie P

    Ski in ski out, ski valet, great front staff
    I had made up my mind to dislike Aya. I was unable to get prompt replies to my emails before the trip and some emails were even ignored. My girlfriends who booked via an agent had better response.

    However, upon arrival, I was pleasantly surprised by the excellent staff- Bonny, Verity and Juan were especially helpful and welcoming. The convenience of the ski valet and the proximity of the chairlift and ticket office were also pluses. The outdoor Onsen was a nice addition too. Go after 5 and u will likely to have it to yourself.

    Don’t bother w Ginger as their buffet was rather limited. You are better off eating in or try the cafes located near the hotel.

    Tripadvisor Reviewed 20 March 2018

    Stayed in March 2018

  4. Avatar for TinkerC16

    TinkerC16

    We had a wonderful week at Aya – the perfect ski in ski out resort. Spacious apartments with good service and onsen! Will be booking our next trip back when we get home! Special thanks to Ade at concierge who manage to get us in to our dinner venues as most places were booked out! Perfect holiday!

    Tripadvisor Reviewed 25 January 2018

    Stayed in January 2018

  5. Avatar for Tony Jones

    Tony Jones

    Absolutely amazing!

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