Title: NORTHSTAR Loft - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # NORTHSTAR Loft Family-friendly lodge in Matsumoto with free parking ![Basic Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33340000/33330200/33330117/1c3c9dfb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33340000/33330200/33330117/ab571938.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33340000/33330200/33330117/fb07c08e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33340000/33330200/33330117/54ee4f31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33340000/33330200/33330117/6949890a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies NORTHSTAR Loft is near Ichinose Meadow and Mt. Norikura Snow Resort, ideal for cycling or rock climbing. Enjoy practical comforts like laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and a water dispenser for refreshment after active days outdoors. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 31 - Nov. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=33330117&PinnedHotelID=33330117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=33330117&PinnedHotelID=33330117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 1 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=33330117&PinnedHotelID=33330117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=33330117&PinnedHotelID=33330117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=33330117&PinnedHotelID=33330117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=33330117&PinnedHotelID=33330117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=33330117&PinnedHotelID=33330117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=33330117&PinnedHotelID=33330117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Basic Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33340000/33330200/33330117/534e1ab6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen ### Highlights Separate dining area Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Kitchen Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 753 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Basic Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33340000/33330200/33330117/5bb6dc67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ### Highlights Separate dining area Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Kitchen Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer - 1076 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - River view - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Futon ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatsumoto-Hotels-NORTHSTAR-Alpine-Lodge.h33330117.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatsumoto-Hotels-NORTHSTAR-Alpine-Lodge.h33330117.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.12019%2C137.62682&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YNvF7vmadM9eYiqnEbbJhr7QpsI=) AZUMI 4306-4, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-1513 #### What's nearby - Mt. Norikura Snow Resort - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Ichinose Meadow - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Hirayu Onsen - 23 min drive - 27.2 km - Taisho Pond - 24 min drive - 27.2 km - Shinhotaka Ropeway - 44 min drive - 48.5 km #### Getting around - Shin Shimashima Station - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪グレンパークさわんど - ‬13 min drive - ‪あんき屋 - ‬23 min drive - ‪アビーロード - ‬2 min drive - ‪福伝 - ‬18 min drive - ‪三本滝レストハウス - ‬7 min drive ## About this property ### NORTHSTAR Loft Family-friendly lodge near Mt. Norikura Snow Resort Located close to Ichinose Meadow, NORTHSTAR Loft provides a firepit, a garden, and a playground. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like rock climbing and cycling at this lodge. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - Bike rentals, barbecue grills, and a dock - A water dispenser, meeting rooms, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate dining areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Other amenities include: - Heating and portable fans - Sofa beds and free extra futons - Bathrooms with toilets with electronic bidets and shower/tub combinations - Wardrobes/closets, separate dining areas, and eco-friendly cleaning products ## Similar properties ![Public bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6430400/6430306/d77fd761.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ryokan Gizan Takayama - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 50 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=6430306&PinnedHotelID=6430306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2693400/2693345/9b8aa2e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Takumi no Yado Miyama Ouan Takayama - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 221 reviews CA $387 CA $431 total Nov 26 - Nov 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=2693345&PinnedHotelID=2693345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7100000/7098600/7098515/923dbd37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hodakaso Yamano Hotel Takayama - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Couples/private dining ### Things to do - Bicycle cleaning area - Bicycle rentals - Bicycle repair station - Bicycle tours - Playground - Rock climbing - Ski passes - Ski storage ### Family friendly - High chair - In-room kitchen - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - In-room sofa bed - In-room washer/dryer - Laundry facilities - Playground - Separate in-room dining area ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Garden - In a national park - On a river - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Banquet hall - Electric bike charging - Smoking not allowed - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Free extra futon - Single sofa bed ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 50-inch flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Freezer - Kitchen - Microwave - Refrigerator - Rice cooker - Separate dining area - Stovetop - Toaster ### More - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Desk - Desk chair - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Laptop workspace - Laundry detergent - Portable fan - Washer/dryer - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 5:30 PM to receive dinner. This property’s meals must be reserved by booking a Breakfast Included or Half Board rate category. Meal requests after booking are not permitted. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as NORTHSTAR Alpine Lodge Matsumoto NORTHSTAR Alpine Matsumoto NORTHSTAR Loft Lodge NORTHSTAR Alpine Lodge NORTHSTAR Loft Matsumoto NORTHSTAR Loft Lodge Matsumoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is NORTHSTAR Loft pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at NORTHSTAR Loft? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at NORTHSTAR Loft? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at NORTHSTAR Loft? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee. ### Where is NORTHSTAR Loft located? > This family-friendly Matsumoto lodge is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mt. Norikura Snow Resort and Ichinose Meadow. Mount Norikura and Taisho Pond are also within 16 mi (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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