Yuzawa Grand Hotel, Yuzawa (Niigata)

Yuzawa Grand Hotel - A ski ryokan with hot spring baths, free ski shuttle, and mountain views

This 3-star ski ryokan offers a free ski shuttle service, ski equipment rentals, and ski storage facilities for winter sports enthusiasts. Accommodations include twin, triple, quadruple, and family rooms featuring tatami flooring, futon bedding, mountain views, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, tea/coffee makers, and private bathrooms with deep soaking bathtubs. Yuzawa Grand Hotel provides three public hot spring baths, a sauna, massage services, a seasonal outdoor pool, a karaoke lounge, and free WiFi throughout the property. The onsite Kasteria restaurant serves Western dishes, while Ryoubi restaurant offers Japanese cuisine. Located 10 minutes from Echigo Yuzawa Train Station, the property is a 10-minute walk from Alpe no sato and a 5-minute drive from Yuzawa Chuo Park, with proximity to Naspa Ski Garden, Yuzawa Highland Ski Resort, and Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park. Free parking is available at Yuzawa Grand Hotel.

Pros

Free ski shuttle service and ski equipment rentals

Three public hot spring baths and a seasonal outdoor pool

Multiple room types with tatami flooring and mountain views

Western and Japanese restaurants on site

Free WiFi and parking available

Cons

The seasonal outdoor pool is not available year-round

Some rooms feature traditional futon bedding instead of standard beds