The Vale Rusutsu

Embrace Hokkaido’s picturesque landscapes at The Vale Rusutsu, a mountain retreat meticulously designed to harmonise with nature. With a selection of 10 distinct room types ranging from 1 to 4 bedrooms, this property ensures comfortable accommodation for groups of all sizes, without compromising on luxury. Each suite boasts awe-inspiring views, particularly the 4-bedroom penthouses offering stunning panoramic vistas.

The Vale Rusutsu: Luxury, Space, and Comfort - All Under One Roof.

The property provides seamless ski-in ski-out access that allows you to effortlessly immerse yourself in the glorious surroundings of Hokkaido’s powder snow.  Here you will find sleek design elements, state-of-the-art technology, and interconnecting units for added flexibility. From the 1-bedroom suites to the spacious 4-bedroom penthouses, each apartment or suite has been thoughtfully designed with nature in mind. Spectacular mountain and forest views will greet you as soon as you walk through the door of your elegant private accommodation where the impact is maximised by the vast windows.  The open-plan layout and abundance of natural light creates a sense of spaciousness, while the fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers, and coffee machines will cater to your culinary desires. Beds can be configured as twins or kings in each bedroom. Convenient laundry facilities, underfloor heating, Smart TVs with Netflix streaming, and high-speed Wi-Fi are among the many amenities provided to enhance your stay.

On-site facilities include convenient ski storage and a dry room to ensure your equipment is well-maintained and ready for your next adventure. Assistance is available at the reception desk and concierge service, where the staff are well-versed in English, Japanese and Chinese. Savour delicious meals at the numerous restaurants in the resort, and indulge in the ultimate relaxation at the tranquil onsen, providing a serene setting for rejuvenation. You will be conveniently interconnected by indoor walkways that will bring you to a wide choice of restaurants, hot springs, spa, shops and ski hire, within the Rusutsu Resort. The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport, 90 km from The Vale Rusutsu, which offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Room Types

Dining in Rusutsu

J A P A N E S E C U I S I N E

Authentic Japanese Cuisine at Wakasaimo Restaurant East Village

Indulge in Authentic Japanese Delights at Wakasaimo Restaurant East Village. With reasonably priced, heartwarming & authentic meals, this spacious, traditional Japanese eatery is a must-visit! Delight in the perfect winter feast of pork and beef hotpots, tempting tempura, and satisfying soba sets. Don’t miss the highly recommended prawn tempura set, served with salad, pickles, miso, and rice. You can also drop by next door for some delicious confections at the specialist Japanese pâtissier and dessert shop.

P A S T A

Pork Bowl and Seasonal Pasta at Setsugetsukarou 

Dig into the renowned “Rusutsu Pork Bowl,” featuring pot-roasted, tender Rusutsu pork alongside ample winter root vegetables. Another favourite is the “Seasonal Pasta,” prepared with a variety of locally sourced vegetables. Located in a revamped school building along the road from Rusutsu to New Chitose Airport, this café offers unique dining experiences that you can’t miss.

F R E N C H R E S T A U R A N T

Exquisite French Cuisine at Restaurant Maccarina 

Elevate your dining experience at this Michelin Guide-listed French restaurant. Featuring seasonal vegetables nurtured in the winds and spring waters of Mt. Yotei, the freshly harvested vegetables, meat, and fish present flavours resonant with Hokkaido’s changing seasons. Enjoy some of the area’s most delectable dishes, all while admiring Rusutsu’s scenic panoramas.

U D O N N O O D L E S

Enjoy Some of the Best Udon in Hokkaido at Meisui Udon Nonosan

Relish some of the finest udon noodles prepared with mineral-rich water from Kyogoku Town and 100% Hokkaido wheat. Patrons travel great distances to enjoy the savoury dishes here, with hot udon variations including mushroom, asparagus, and Chikuwa fried chicken, served in generous portions. Due to its popularity, it’s advisable to check availability before visiting this bustling eatery.

Activities

A winter holiday is not complete without a true ski and snowboard experience. The Vale Rusutsu offers the ultimate ski and snowboard experience with direct access to the slopes. Gear up in the ski locker, step outside, and glide effortlessly down a downhill slope leading straight to the West No. 1 Quad Lift.

Ski-In, Ski-Out 

Unwind in the large outdoor bath at Rusutsu Onsen, Kotobuki, offering a panoramic view of the mountains. Immerse yourself in a sleeping bath lined with black silica, known for its exceptional hyperthermic effects. Kick back and relax, and let the pleasant sensation of jacuzzi bubbles soothe you.

Outdoor bath at Rusutsu Onsen, Kotobuki

Cave Bath & Sauna at Rusutsu Onsen, Kotobuki

Reinvigorate your mind and body in the indoor cave bath, a perfect retreat within Rusutsu Onsen, Kotobuki. The bath features large windows that invite the beautiful scenery indoors. Enjoy healing music and a mist sauna in the women’s bath, or a dry sauna in the men’s bath, offering a serene and revitalising experience.


The Fine Print

    • Complimentary Concierge Service available for guests with our Concierge team, including arrangement of Airport Transfers and Ski Lessons.

    • Upon check-in, there will be complimentary tea, coffee, milk, sugar, body soap, hand soap, conditioning shampoo, dishwasher powder, washing powder, tissues and cleaning products.

    • Parking is very limited where availability is on a first come first served basis and cannot be guaranteed during the winter season. Guests should submit request in advance.

  • Check-in: 3 PM

    • Copies of passports and credit card details for security deposit are required at check-in.

    Check-out: 10 AM

    • All luggage and personal belongings must be removed from rooms by the check-out time.

    • No late check-out is permitted during Peak Season. There will be a late check-out fee of JPY 15,000 for a check-out not later than 12 PM and a full nightly charge for check-out after 12 PM unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.

    • In case of an early departure before reception hours of 7 am, guests must check-out at reception the evening prior to their departure day. Room keys may be left on the kitchen bench and the front door of the unit closed.

    Early check-in/late check-out requests will be subject to availability on arrival/departure to the property. Luggage storage is available at the property.

    • Extra person (6 years old and above) counts toward maximum occupancy allowed for each unit.

    • A child 5 years old and below can stay for free in existing bedding. We strongly recommend for all infants to sleep in cots. We do not recommend for infants to share existing bedding with family or to exceed the maximum occupancy allowed.

    • Extra bedding for infant (5 years old and below) is a baby cot/futon and high chair at JPY 5,000 per child per stay.

    • Extra person (6 years old and above) fee of JPY 13,100 per person per night is applicable when occupants exceed the standard occupancy for the respective unit. An extra futon will be arranged in the living room and not in the bedrooms due to limited space.

    • In the situation that an extra guest stays for only part of the nights booked, the extra person fee still applies for the total nights of the group stay.

    • No extra person allowed in 1-bed Suite and 2-bed Suite.

    • Maximum 1 extra person allowed in 1-bed Deluxe, 1-bed Premium and 2-bed Premium Suites. Maximum 2 extra persons allowed in all other units.

    • Bedding may be flexible in the accommodation, but varies bedroom to bedroom.

    • Bedding will be arranged in the standard bedding configuration (twin bedding) unless specified otherwise in writing to guestexperience@theluxenomad.com at least 1 month prior to arrival date.

    • Where bedding configuration is not supplied within the required time-frame or is incorrect on check-in and needs to be changed, an amendment fee of JPY 5,000 per bedroom will be charged.

    • Service Clean: every second day of your stay, which includes towel change, bed making and garbage removal.

    • Mid Stay Clean: Service Clean including full linen change and vacuuming of unit for guests every fourth day of stay.

    • Extra cleaning is available on request at additional charge; advance booking is required at least 2 weeks prior to arrival date. Please contact our Concierge team for more details.

    • Please note that the accommodation is to be tidy and all cutlery, crockery, kitchenware must be washed upon Check-Out. A fee will be charged if additional cleaning is required.

    • Guests accept responsibility for damage to the property, the room (including common areas), fittings, furniture, keys and other properties caused during their occupation, including any consequential losses incurred.

    • No smoking is allowed in the property (includes balcony areas). If anyone in the group has smoked in the accommodation they will be liable to pay a JPY 50,000 fine AND additional costs incurred in compensating later guests who are affected by the smell of smoking or the owner of the property for bookings that need to be relocated to a different property. If guests smoke in the accommodation and continue to smoke after being requested to stop, the Management may evict the group or any individual from the accommodation without any refund.

    • No pets are allowed at any accommodation, either inside, outside or remaining in vehicles parked at the accommodation.