Black Diamond Lodge

–Excellent location - show map
+14 photos
Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.2

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Black Diamond Lodge in Niseko offers family-friendly rooms with private bathrooms, mountain views, and free WiFi. Each room includes a sofa bed, TV, and essential amenities such as a washing machine and free toiletries. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast with warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruits. The on-site restaurant serves dinner with American, Japanese, Asian, European, and international cuisines, accommodating vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. Convenient Facilities: The lodge provides ski-to-door access, a bar, shuttle service, tour desk, luggage storage, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a washing machine, hairdryer, refrigerator, microwave, and carpeted floors. Local Attractions: Located 105 km from Okadama Airport, the property is near Lake Toya (48 km), Hirafu Station (7 km), and Niseko Station (4.5 km). Other attractions include Lake Hangetsu Nature Park (9 km) and Lerch Memorial Park (13 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Skiing
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

  • Ski-to-door

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 futon beds
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
4 bunk beds
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1 sofa bed
3 futon beds
1 single bed
and
4 bunk beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
3 futon beds
Bedroom 4
2 futon beds
Bedroom 5
2 single beds
Bedroom 6
2 single beds
Bedroom 7
2 single beds
Bedroom 8
2 single beds
Bedroom 9
2 single beds
Bedroom 10
2 single beds
4 bunk beds
and
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Victoria
Australia Australia
“Amazing place! So close to the ski resort, the staff are so friendly and the daily shuttle to the gondola is great, but you can still walk to another lift.”
Yassir
France France
“The staff are incredible and very helpful, and the breakfast was very good. The restaurant offers incredible value compared to other restaurants in Niseko”
Liam
Australia Australia
“They picked me up from the train station and even dropped me past the ski hire place to get my gear! Then at the end they dropped me off for the 6:38am train!!! The location is good, but it's not an easy place to get around. The buses back from...”
Sorcha
Ireland Ireland
“Great restaurant in the lodge! Very good food and very reasonable. Right by a bus stop so convenient if you're coming from Kutchan station, and there's also some other restaurants and cafes nearby. Easy to get to the Hilton skiing area from the...”
Cameron
Canada Canada
“Its proximity to one of the chairlifts for the Niseko Village mountain is reason alone to stay here. On top of this unparalled perk (unparalled at the price, at least), the staff are friendly and helpful, and the free breakfast offered in the...”
Nicole
United States United States
“Staff was amazing and very welcoming! Food was delicious as well. Was nice to have breakfast included!”
Rhys
Australia Australia
“Comfortable lodge with an excellent community of staff. Dorm room had sufficient space for luggage & gear. The onsite restaurant was relatively cheap compared to the rest of the mountain.”
Antonia
Australia Australia
“Was super cozy and nice, the staff was super helpful and kind. Was a warm and friendly place to arrive after a full day ride”
Blackie
Australia Australia
“Breakfast included was great! The local Japanese staff had great English and we're extremely friendly.”
Bentall
New Zealand New Zealand
“Really helpful staff, awesome location. Great value for money. On site restaurant and bar nice.”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.2Based on 99 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Black Diamond Lodge is renowned as the powder hunters lodge in Niseko, Japan. For over a decade we have been honored to call ourselves home to powder nomads from across the globe. The lodge provides a casual atmosphere with a mix of Japanese tatami rooms, western style rooms, and dorm accommodations making it perfect for varying group sizes and budgets. The friendly staff are comprised of skiers and snowboarders who love Japan for the endless powder days; they are quick on suggesting the best resorts and touring areas around. A free pick up service from nearby bus stop and Niseko Train Station is provided with an advance reservation. We can arrange the shuttle buses from/to Chitose airport, other cities and resorts. The heated guest rooms have strong free wifi, TV and a DVD player. Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared for most rooms. Located a short distance from the base of Niseko Village resort Black Diamond Lodge is one of the only lodges in Niseko Village to offer a ski-to-your-door experience. We also provide free shuttles to Hilton Gondola at Niseko Village for our guests. And special guided packages and discount rates from our partner brands, Hokkaido Backcountry Club and Black Diamond Tours. No matter what your budget or preference is, from doing it on your own, to fully guided and catered adventures when you check in at the Black Diamond Lodge you can expect to find a place to call home. We can help you put together the trip of a lifetime. We are the only choice for serious powder travelers in Hokkaido.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Black Diamond Lodge Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    American • Japanese • Asian • International • European
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Black Diamond Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Skiing
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Black Diamond Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ¥10,000 is required on arrival. That's about US$65. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBNICOSUCCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests must pay 25% of the total reservation price to confirm the booking. Guests are required to pay the remaining balance by 30 days prior to arrival at the accommodation. This fee is non-refundable.

To reserve the pick-up service from Niseko station or Hotel Hilton Niseko, guests must inform the property at least 1 day in advance.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Black Diamond Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A damage deposit of ¥10,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: 後保生第52-8号指令