「We are happy with the place, especially the view of Mt Yotei in the living room. V clean and bright, fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, bathroom is spacious and clean. Although there r no AC in the bedrooms, the temperature in the night was just right during mid August and we slept well. The surrounding area is quiet and a short drive to many attractions, cafes and restaurants.」
Everyone at Maples are friendly and helpful. Rendering their assistance from fetching us at Hirafu Welcome centre, Rhythm for our ski rental, sending us to dot base for ski class. Even to the restaurant nearby.
Ski in ski out and snow play are just a stone away.
Pizza restaurant there are fabulous too
Right at the centre of Hirafu - you have to walk a bit upslope to the ski lifts. Check in is at another building / hotel so beware if you're not driving.
The space is well equipped with a full kitchen and washing machine, as well as heaters. There is also a ski locker on the ground floorwhere you can pit your ski equipment. However we noticed a smell of fresh renovating works once we entered the room - though we're not sure where that came from.
If you're driving, beware they only have 2 parking spaces in front of the building which are not designated for guests. So if someone else parked that space, you have to find somewhere where you're not considered a hassle. Note you are not supposed to park behind the building nor the space next to the 2 parking spaces.