Active Life Madarao

Property class: 3.5
Mountain hotel with restaurant, near Madarao Kogen Ski Resort

Choose dates to view prices

Active Life Madarao puts you within a 10-minute drive of Madarao Kogen Ski Resort and Lake Nojiri. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Self parking
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Premium bedding
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Self parking (surcharge)

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a blue rug, and a white wall.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

A bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a door.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, a TV, and a bathroom.

Deluxe Room

  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, WiFi (free)

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Similar properties

Family Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri
Shinano
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 54 reviews
The price is $115
$127 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri
Compare similar properties
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Map
11492-175 Iiyama, Iiyama, Nagano Prefecture, 389-2253

What's nearby

  • Madarao Kogen Ski Resort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Madarao Kogen Picture Book Art Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lake Nojiri - 19 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Akakura Onsen Ski Area - 33 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort - 40 min drive - 26.7 km

Getting around

  • Iiyama Station - 20 min drive
  • Zenkojishita Station - 31 min drive
  • Myokokogen Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪富倉そば - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪レストラン ハイジ - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪おおぎやラーメン 飯山店 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪かっぱ寿司 新飯山店 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪トワサンク - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Active Life Madarao

  • Active Life Madarao puts you within a 10-minute drive of Madarao Kogen Ski Resort and Lake Nojiri. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 23 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (JPY 500 per day)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Ski runs nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2015
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1100 for adults and JPY 1100 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Self parking costs JPY 500 per day

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Active Life Madarao Hotel Iiyama

Active Life Madarao Hotel

Active Life Madarao Iiyama

Active Life Madarao Japan/Iiyama

Active Life Madarao Hotel

Active Life Madarao Iiyama

Active Life Madarao Hotel Iiyama

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Active Life Madarao?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Active Life Madarao?

Yes. Self parking costs JPY 500 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Active Life Madarao?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Active Life Madarao and nearby?

Have fun with onsite winter activities like skiing.

Are there restaurants at or near Active Life Madarao?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Active Life Madarao like?

Active Life Madarao is a short 4-minute walk from Madarao Kogen Ski Resort and 6 minutes' walk from Madarao Kogen Picture Book Art Museum.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Active Life Madarao Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Service staff
Onsen
Room
Technology

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Madaraos best family stay

Love Active Life its a fun family friendly venue with the best hostess your ever going to find Lisa does an awesome job, third time weve been always have fun
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

I have already rated this property. We could not have had a better stay. The room was spotless the staff were fantastic and the amenities very adequate.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

This is our second trip at the property, We found the staff help full and very accommodating. The property could do with a few upgrades, but generally its has all the facilities needed for a great snow holiday.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff, food, game room, bedrooms, outdoor hot tub, and amenities are over the top amazing and comfortable. Everyone was so kind and went above and beyond making our 4 night stay an epic ski week experience of a lifetime. We made new friends and had everything, and more even, than we needed. If we ever make it back to the area we would definitely stay here again.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in Madarao

Excellent base for a Madarao ski trip. Room was spacious enough for all our gear and had a very comfy bed. Staff were all brilliant and went out of their way to help us when we messed up our logistics. Outdoor Onsen was a major plus and excellent after a day on the hill. Loved Madarao too. Great ski hill and loads of fun places for the evening.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderfull family vacation with great hosts!

Our 3 night felt we had been there weeks. The staff, especially Lisa the manager and her husband Stuart, were so lovely and always available for any of our needs, they made us feel like family. Lisa had a saying that if a yes to your request wasn't available she would find a way around it to fulfill your request. The hotel was super clean and everything felt and looked new. The food was great and the service was impeccable. When we went to get our ski gear we noticed it was all brand new and some of the gear even had the tags in it. Loved the stay and would go there again. I Would 100% recommend staying there.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Property manager is outstanding.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is within walkable distance. Lifts were just a brisk walk away. Lisa was lovely & very knowledgeable.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Lisa and Stewart were amazing hosts. Went above and beyond for all guests. Really nice atmosphere, friendly little bar onsite. Ski/Board lessons & hire onsite. Great location. Short 5 min walk to ski lift. Great little bar/s and restaurants close. Madarao is very quiet ski town. The Mountain can get busy during weekends/holiday's.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay, the manager and the team were wonderful, going beyond the usual and we really enjoyed our stay. We are so grateful to the management for helping us when our car got stuck a few km from the hotel. The building is old but the location is good, being close to the top of a run down to the main lift area. Rooms are nicely renovated, and the public areas have a lot of space with really good facilities, including a games room, ski rental place, several lounge areas and a large dining area. There is also an onsen on site - remember to bring swimming things since it is mixed.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

デラックスルームでした。お風呂が広めで快適でした！
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great

Stayed in a deluxe type room, very comfortable bed, really clean bath and new-looking appliances all around. The common areas were also very warm and comfy, and the staff nice and accommodating. Literally in front of the bus stop and 3 min. walk to the ski lifts. 10/10 would stay again. They have a drink vending machine, but also having some snacks available for purchase at the hotel would have been great.
Verified review

4/10 Fair

Very nice staff, but the place itself is dirty and stinks to humid all over the place. Also you need to pay extra for the onsen… Won't repeat.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

A real nice hotel, where customers are still taken for value. Easy access to the Madarao ski slopes (100 m walk). Decent breakfast made with care and possibility to have dinner as well. Attention to detail with bar, games area, children area and not to forget the possibility to rent the outdoor Onsen. With the snow on one side this was a real treat. Not to forget the excellent service minded staff !!!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

スタッフの対応が温かく、すごくくつろげた。 室内はまぁ汚くはないが清潔とは言えない。 お風呂やトイレはリフォームされており綺麗です。 その他不便はなくリラックス出来る施設でした。
Verified review

8/10 Very good

アットホーム

停電もあったけど、頑張ってココアを準備したり、すごいアットホームなホテルでした。
Verified review

8/10 Very good

The room I had was great, and large, judging by my previous Japan trips. The staff were very good. The included breakfast was a great way to start the day. The bar and restaurant were fine. And the drying room was good also nicely heated. If I am back in Madarao I would have no problems staying here again.
Verified review

4/10 Fair

我住入大門右手面樓下尾房共3晚。一開門已經嗅到濃烈殺蟲水味道，最初以為因為郊區要預防小昆蟲，但第2晚見到有蜘蛛絲由天花扳直到地下，後來在電視後牆身見到有隻手長腳長蜘蛛向上爬出來☹️嚇到我傻，最終我打死隻蜘蛛，但之後都瞓得不安☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️
Verified review

8/10 Very good

外国人スタッフのみで日本語対応出来るスタッフがいないので、日本の方が滞在されるときは英語対応でも苦にならなければ大丈夫だと思います。日本なのに海外にいるような感覚で過ごせます。大浴場も案内されましたが、外国人使用の水着着用のお風呂なので湯船につかるのを楽しむという感じです。
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

I loved all the amenities available to us here. The free yoga, free breakfast, hot Onsen. Bedding was super comfy and staff was always pleasant. The lifts are a short (but steep) walk away. Bus stop practically right outside.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

It actually feels cozy wherever you go within the property, the room, the welcoming desk, the bar, the lounge, the stockroom etc.! Of course, it's only minutes walk from the very pretty ski area!
Verified review

4/10 Fair

Glorified back packers.

For the price we were very disappointed, the property is really a glorified back packers. The bedroom was a reasonable size if not on small size, the bed was very comfortable and the linen was very good. However the staff and the foyer let the property down. The staff appeared to have little hospitality training and while some were lovely to deal with others left a lot to desired. The bar, foyer and common areas need renovation.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

A relaxing Madarao stay!

Snow condition was excellent when we arrived at Iiyama station. Although a clear direction from bus stop to the hotel entrance was informed, we took a Jumbo taxi which only cost 2-3k JPY more than the bus ride for 4 persons, a snowboard bag and 4 luggage. The room is spacious in size, with new comfy beds and towels, and has the nicest view. Very good breakfast and dinner, kids play area, relaxing bar. My girls love the brownie at coffee corner. The most valuable asset of the hotel is the staff. They are very smart, hard working, extremely helpful and friendly. Thank you all very much for taking care of our stay. Cheers!
Verified review

6/10 Good

Nice rooms but pics only show the nice half of the renovation However there were not many nice looking places to stay so we settled with this one Breakfast was ok They ran out of the dinner special at 7pm...
Verified review

4/10 Fair

The only thing saving this hotel is the fact that they have Netflix. Out room was filthy, with old slippers from the last people that stayed in the room left under the bed (along with bottles and dust). Our room had no towels, which we only realised once we got out of the shower (and by then it was too late). The staff are mostly immature and young kids with no experience, and hog the hotel amentinities such as the spa, meaning you have to wait ages before you can get in. Really didn’t enjoy this place.