Yumoto Niseko Prince Hotel Hirafutei is located in the middle of Hirafuzaka, the main street of Niseko Hirafu, and it houses Niseko hot springs that are touted for their fantastic healing properties.

From muscle aches to fatigue, aching joints, nerve pain, and even chronic skin diseases, the hotel uses pure and unadulterated spring waters from a private source and keeps them at a suitable temperature using a special system, ensuring that guests can get the full benefits they have to offer.

Bubbling with carbon dioxide, the clear and colorless spring water here promotes blood circulation and warms up a body cold from winter chills quite nicely. Oh, and did we mention the view from the outdoor hot springs are just terrific? The men's bath area overlooks Mount Niseko-Annupuri's ski slopes, while women will get to bathe in the presence of the magnificent Mount Yotei.

Hilton Niseko Village has made their hot springs very accessible by offering packages that allow day-trip visitors to use the hot springs here without an overnight stay.

The onsen spring water comes from a private source and is known for its revitalizing properties, so it's a great place to soak your tired body in after you've had your fill of the area's famous powder snow!

As the refreshing Niseko onsen spring water melts away the weariness in your muscles, your mental faculties will be refreshed as well, as the outdoor hot spring baths here are in full view of the majestic Mount Yotei and its surrounding natural landscape.

Certainly a luxury many have come to expect from the Hilton brand, and their Niseko Village branch doesn't disappoint in this regard!

Hotel Kanronnomori features a distinctly Japanese-modern design that is enhanced by the beautiful forests of Niseko it finds itself in.

Onsen enthusiasts know the hotel's hot springs as "beauty baths" as they are packed with metasilicic acid, a compound that moisturizes the skin, leaving it fresh and supple at the end of a dip. The soft scent of sulfur peculiar to natural hot springs that lingers around the area adds to the relaxation.

Niseko Konbu Onsen Hotel Kanronnomori's Forest Sky Outdoor Hot Spring is a carefully crafted experience designed to make guests feel as if they were floating in the middle of the forest during their soak, thus allowing them to fully enjoy the natural sights in the area with all their senses.

We recommend getting the Onsen Lunch Package that comes with lunch and day usage of the hot spring baths for those who will be visiting on a day trip.

Yugokorotei boasts of baths with pure free-flowing spring water that was drawn from its source with no added chlorine or circulatory system processing. No wonder this beloved hot spring resort is frequented by both local residents and visitors from other areas!

Their sodium hot spring baths have a rejuvenating effect on muscle aches, sprains, and cuts and scratches.

When the area transforms into a pristine world of silver snow during winter, visitors can look forward to enjoying a nice soak in an outdoor bath that puts them in a fantastical mood.

Have children? No problem! The family-friendly resort stocks baby beds, baby bath chairs, and a kid's zone in the lounge area. Completely revitalize your body by unraveling those stubborn muscle knots after coming up from a relaxing bath with one of the massage chairs provided by the resort - free of charge for extra peace of mind!

Hotel Niseko Alpen is popular for being a short distance away from the main ski slopes of Niseko, which means it's very easy to simply drop by after playing your heart out on Niseko's fantastic powder snow.

The water used in the baths here contains sodium and magnesium, both elements that are helpful for soothing muscle soreness and alleviating fatigue. If that's what you're feeling after a vigorous session of skiing and snowboarding, definitely consider coming here for a nice, warm soak!

The outdoor baths feature a wooden theme that bring to mind the marvels of nature and allow guests to relax both in mind and body while taking their dip. Going for a walk around the Hirafu area after a refreshing bath is also an excellent way to get the most of your trip here!

Niseko Grand Hotel is the only accommodation in the area with large garden-style outdoor mixed baths that allow whole family groups to enjoy a nice, warm soak together.

To cater to all guests' sensibilities, bathrobes specially designed to be worn inside the hot springs are available for both men and women to borrow, should they need one. There's also a women-only outdoor bath for ladies who prefer that instead. No matter what you pick, rest assured that both outdoor bath zones are equally enjoyable!

The source of the waters used in these Niseko onsen hot springs here is quite special as well, featuring two elements known to reinvigorate the skin, earning them the moniker of "anti-aging baths". The waters also contain metasilicic acid, a natural moisturizing agent. The only way to fully appreciate the amazing effects of this bath is to try it for yourself!

Ki Niseko draws its bath waters from a mineral-rich source at the foot of Mount Niseko-Annupuri. Hot springs with more than 100mg of metasilicic acid are touted for their beneficial effects on the skin.

And would you believe - Ki Niseko's hot springs contain more than 189.2mg of metasilicic acid! No wonder they're known as natural skin lotion baths! Ladies and the elderly who may have easily parched skin should absolutely give this onsen a go.

Note that only guests staying overnight are allowed access to the hotel's hot springs. The outdoor bath is exceptionally comfortable as the pleasant breeze of Mount Niseko-Annupuri passes by here as well.

You may also make a reservation for a private bath with the receptionist during check-in for a more intimate and serene experience with the excellent spring waters here.

The word "goshiki" means "five colors." This name originated because the baths in this hotel change between five different colors day-by-day as the waters mix together with the sulfur in them.

Sulfur isn't the only thing present in the baths - the unadulterated spring water used here also contains magnesium, sodium, calcium, nitrate, chloride, and various natural minerals. The sulfur content gives the clear baths a moisturizing effect.

Because the evaporation residue here is much higher than other hot springs, many visitors to this onsen spot come in search of potential beneficial effects on conditions such as chronic eczema, nerve pain, and atopy.

The resort's large bath area is indoors, though there is also an open outdoor bath called the Karamatsu no Yu where visitors can take in the beautiful sights of Mount Niseko-Annupuri or Iwaonupuri during their soak. Both overnight guests and day visitors are welcome here!

Meisen no Yu is the name of the chloride bath here, something that is unique to Konbuonsen. Its moisturizing effects leave your skin feeling smooth and supple, and the bath is touted for having healing effects on conditions such as cold sensitivity, joint pain, and nerve pain.

Besides their hallmark chloride bath, the resort also comes equipped with a large bath area and Wasen no Yu, a private bath. Whichever type of bath you prefer, you're guaranteed a tasteful soaking experience here. There are also guest rooms with attached open-air baths offering a luxurious view of Niseko's natural sights.

This condominium-style hotel was built at the base of the ski resort, Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu, and features large indoor baths, outdoor baths, and private family baths (reservation required) that draw their bath waters from natural hot spring sources.

Note that the hot springs are only accessible to hotel guests staying overnight. Some rooms even come with their own natural hot spring bath attached. If having an entire onsen to yourself in the comfort and privacy of your own room is something you've always had on your bucket list, then definitely consider trying it out!

Text: Natsuko Saito
Additions: Minna no Kotobasha
Translated by: Huimin Pan
* The information in this article is as of December 2020. Please check the official website for the latest information.

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