The Schneider Hotel
The Schneider Hotel in Nozawa Onsen is a family-run ski-in/ski-out lodge-style hotel located near the base of the Hikage Gondola.
It is an ideal location for families due to its proximity to the kids park and ski school and for those wanting first-tracks.
They have English speaking staff who are well connected with all that is happening in Nozawa Onsen.
Where is The Schneider Hotel?
The Schneider Hotel is located ski-in/ski-out at Nozawa Onsen, just a few steps from the Kandahar and Utopia lifts and a short slide down to the kids area and Hikage gondola station.
It is the highest hotel on the mountain making it ideal for those wanting to make the most of the morning powder. The hotel provides over-snow transport up and down to the hotel.
For those looking to party it up to the wee hours of the morning, whilst there are a couple of options in the area and a night shuttle down and back to The Craft Room (5 pm to 10 pm) near the Nagasaka gondola base, you might be better looking at staying in/near the village. There is however a cozy bar in the hotel which is open until midnight.
Accommodation Options
The hotel consists of 14 western rooms with en-suites and 12 traditional Japanese rooms with tatami mats and futons with shared (men's & women's) facilities.
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Japanese Rooms (Max 4 guests)
Rooms can have up to 4 futon beds on tatami plus a day-bed sitting area. There is extra capacity for children in the futon closets. Shared men's & women's bathrooms on same floor. Price includes a complimentary breakfast. |
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Western Rooms (Max 2-4 guests)
Most rooms have two single beds that convert to a king. Private en-suite with toilet, shower & basin (no bath). Two suites have separate Japanese tatami sitting area. Price includes complimentary breakfast |
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Western Family Rooms (Max 4 guests)
Renovated for 2017, private ensuite with shower, 2 beds in main floor & 2 beds in loft. Ideal for family/group of 3-4.
Price includes a complimentary breakfast. |
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Western Suites (Max 4 or 5 guests)
Renovated for 2017, private ensuite with shower, kitchenette, 2 beds on main floor & 2 or 3 beds in loft. Ideal for family/group 4 or 5. Price includes complimentary breakfast. |
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Bunk Bed Room (Max 4 guests)
Renovated for 2017. 2 &4-bed bunk rooms for groups or bigger kids in a family group. Shared men's & women's bathrooms on same floor.
Price includes a complimentary breakfast. |
Wifi is available in all rooms and a small fridge and/or crib can be put into the room upon request at the time of booking.
There are no interconnecting rooms however the hotel tries to put families together in adjacent rooms. Please request at the time of booking.
Hotel Facilities
The hotel has an indoor segregated men's / women's Japanese bathhouse (onsen) for hotel guests only.
Other facilities include a yoga stretching room, kids area (unattended), a drying room for skis and snowboards and free wifi is available throughout the hotel.
There are washing machines and dryers available for guests in the drying room; vending machines, rental shop and a small shop at reception are also on-site.
Restaurants & Bars
Breakfast (served 7 - 9 am)
The nightly rate includes a complimentary breakfast each day which is served in the hotel's restaurant. Choices include a hot food and a cereal bar plus tea & coffee.
Lunch (served 11 am to 3 pm)
The restaurant (The Schneider Curry Haus) serves delicious international curries and Classic Canadian Poutine for lunch. It also have a special kids menu even for the fussiest of eaters.
Dinner (served 6 - 9 pm)
In the evenings, the restaurant has a rotating menu so you don't get bored of the same old thing. They also have an a la carte menu featuring "Japan's Best Burger".
Base Camp Bar (7 am to 10 am - coffee lounge) and 3 pm - 11 pm (Bar)
Base Camp Bar is located on the first floor of The Schneider Hotel. The cozy fireside bar is a great place to relax after a day on the slopes, or start with a delicious mug of handcrafted coffee. The Base Camp Bar has a selection of fine wine, whisky and good beer and is open until midnight.
The Craft Room (Cafe & Bar) open from 8 am to 10 pm
The Craft Room is one of Nozawa's best apres cafe's and bars. It is located at the Nagasaka Gondola and is a great place to drop in for a coffee or a craft beer during the day. In the evenings (from 5 pm to 10 pm), the hotel runs an over-snow shuttle service to/from the Craft Room. From this drop-ff point you can also access the public onsen's around town and other restaurants and bars in the Nozawa Onsen village (about 10 mins walk).
Other Services
Ski & Snowboard Rentals
Schneider's Premium Ski & Snowboard Rentals is located in the basement of the hotel. They carry a huge range of quality top brands/gear for all levels of skiers and boarders including fat skies for riding Nozawa's deep powder and ski clothing for those that need the full kit. They offer discounts for multi-day rentals.
Ski & Snowboard Lessons
The Schneider Hotel also offers group and private ski & snowboard lessons in English for kids and adults.
Private Backcountry Tours
The hotel also offers private backcountry tours as well. Best to pre-book.