• Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
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The Northstar Alpine Lodge has been closed and opened as a condominium's Northstar Loft since April 2022. The condominium has 2 rooms."Mountain View" (1LDK) and “River Side” (2LDK). Each room has a separate kitchen, bath and toilet, and Wi-Fi is also available.Guests are welcomed with a tea and coffee set. Located on the Norikura Highlands, the hotel is just a 5-minute walk from Mt. Norikura Ski Resort and a 1-minute walk from Yukemurikan hot spring bath. The North Star Loft's "Outdoor School" offers year-round activities such as guided mountain bike tours, snowboarding lessons and snowshoeing trekking tours. Guests can also rent equipment for outdoor activities. Located within the Chubu Mountain National Park, Northstar Loft is a 20-minute walk from Zengoro Falls and a 5-minute drive from Norikura Base Igaya Recreation Land.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 bunk bed
and
1 futon bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Matsumoto
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  • Ong
    Singapore Singapore
    Very cozy location, in the snowy region Comfortable and spacious ++
  • Justin
    Australia Australia
    Onsen literally next door! Don’t go to a fancy onsen place when this is much better. To address the confusion… (booking.com doesn’t explain well) we had an upstairs apartment with our own kitchen, lounge room and shower etc. Downstairs is an...
  • Choo
    Singapore Singapore
    The place was generously spacious with a very well equipped kitchen. The place exceeded our expectations and would highly recommend it! Thanks also to the staff for being so helpful!

Managed by NORTHSTAR Loft

Company review score: 9Based on 81 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are a bi-lingual, multicultural staff that is mostly Japanese and American, but we have short term staff from all over the world! We are not one of those normal hotels that sees you as just a body in a room, with us, you are family. We love food, beer, adventure and good conversation! We look forward to sharing our passions with you!

Property information

NORTHSTAR is a lodge in the Japanese Alps that focuses on outdoor adventure and education. We have a half Japanese, half Western feel to the hotel. We have an English speaking staff from all over the world, with Japanese style tatami mat rooms, and we serve food and beer from all over the world. Our location in the Alps is perfect for adventure. We specialize in Snowboarding and Mountain biking! We teach both and have rentals for both! Come stay with us and have an amazing adventure!!

Neighbourhood information

Mount Norikura is the southern most mountain in the Northern Alps range. The 3026 meter peak of Mount Norikura over looks Norikura Kogen (highlands) which sit at around 1500 meters. This plateau is perfect for easy access nature. If you don't want to take a 5 hour hike to the peak, there is a bus that takes you all the way up there. But it always more fun to ride your road bike. It is the highest paved road in Japan, after all. But if you want to just stick close to the hotel, then there are 3 different waterfalls that are very easy to access. Renting a bike and exploring the Highlands area is always an option. For whole the family, Norikura Base offers tons of fun, including a high ropes course and zip line.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of NORTHSTAR Loft
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski equipment hire on site
  • Ski school
    Additional charge
  • Ski storage
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Skiing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Transport
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Shops
  • Minimarket on site
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules

NORTHSTAR Loft takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:30

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 05:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted NORTHSTAR Loft accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

To use the hotel's 'outdoor school' facilities, please make a reservation in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please inform NORTHSTAR Loft 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

License number: 松福食指令第14号21005

FAQs about NORTHSTAR Loft

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at NORTHSTAR Loft (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 4 guests
    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at NORTHSTAR Loft (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at NORTHSTAR Loft may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • NORTHSTAR Loft offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Walking tours
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental

  • Yes, NORTHSTAR Loft is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at NORTHSTAR Loft is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • NORTHSTAR Loft is 18.6 miles from the centre of Matsumoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.