Title: Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=39809227&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain Travelers can enjoy hot drinks in the lobby or celebrate a successful day on the slopes with cocktails at this mountain retreat ## Photo gallery for Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain ![Living room - Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain (Iiyama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39809300/39809227/8f2d7342.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain (Iiyama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39809300/39809227/c23132bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain (Iiyama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39809300/39809227/525459b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Spa - Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain (Iiyama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39809300/39809227/9b54818f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets - Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain (Iiyama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39809300/39809227/e40bbcc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in the center of Madarao Mountain Resort, Snowball Chalet offers a warm haven for skiers. Enjoy free coffee and tea in the lobby, evening drinks at the bar, and on-site laundry facilities. Free WiFi and self-parking make your stay even more convenient. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Bar - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 27 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=39809227&PinnedHotelID=39809227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=39809227&PinnedHotelID=39809227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 28 - Dec. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=39809227&PinnedHotelID=39809227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=39809227&PinnedHotelID=39809227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=39809227&PinnedHotelID=39809227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=39809227&PinnedHotelID=39809227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=39809227&PinnedHotelID=39809227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=39809227&PinnedHotelID=39809227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Room with Ensuite Bathroom ![Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39809300/39809227/a3ad4c96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room with Ensuite Bathroom ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Toilet with electronic bidet Hair dryer Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, Shared Bathroom ![Standard Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39809300/39809227/d1a32a72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Toilet with electronic bidet Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family Room with Ensuite Bathroom ![Family Room with Ensuite Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39809300/39809227/4173c83e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room with Ensuite Bathroom ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Toilet with electronic bidet Hair dryer Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 5 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe 2 Room Suite, Private Facilities with Lounge Area ![Deluxe 2 Room Suite, Private Facilities with Lounge Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39809300/39809227/be864caf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe 2 Room Suite, Private Facilities with Lounge Area ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Toilet with electronic bidet Hair dryer Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Luxury Suite with Private Facilities, Ofuro and Fireplace ![Luxury Suite with Private Facilities, Ofuro and Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39809300/39809227/c9a03532.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite with Private Facilities, Ofuro and Fireplace ### Highlights Fireplace Air conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Toilet with electronic bidet Hair dryer Daily housekeeping - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNagano-Hotels-Snowball-Chalet-At-Madarao-Mountain.h39809227.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNagano-Hotels-Snowball-Chalet-At-Madarao-Mountain.h39809227.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%7C36.85015%2C138.29129&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aV1H8CBHKoEtJPflIwj0KrZ3L-M=) 11492-331 Iiyama, Iiyama, Nagano, 389-2253 #### What's nearby - Madarao Kogen Ski Resort \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Madarao Kogen Picture Book Art Museum \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Tangram Ski Circus \- 5 min drive \- 2.7 km - Shiga Kogen Ski Area \- 35 min drive \- 26.1 km - Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort \- 37 min drive \- 22.1 km #### Getting around - Iiyama Station - 16 min drive - Kaesa Station - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪かっぱ寿司 新飯山店 - ‬12 min drive - ‪食堂きらく園 - ‬11 min drive - ‪富倉そば - ‬13 min drive - ‪ぽむ - ‬9 min drive - ‪レストラン ジグザグ - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain Lodge near Madarao Kogen Ski Resort Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain provides amenities like laundry facilities and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Express check-out, express check-in, and a front-desk safe - Luggage storage and coffee/tea in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Toilets with electronic bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers - Wardrobes/closets, children's slippers, and heating ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5680000/5674900/5674829/67867426.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Condominium Excel Hakuba Hakuba - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 7.2 Good 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=5674829&PinnedHotelID=5674829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31530000/31524100/31524037/c0972e44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Altitude Madarao Madarao Mountain Resort - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=31524037&PinnedHotelID=31524037&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42060000/42054800/42054780/72ded10f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apple Inn Takasaka Nozawaonsen - 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Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Spa - Yukata (Japanese robes) ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Children's slippers - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Slippers - Toilet with electronic bidet - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Electrical adapters - Heating (climate-controlled) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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 This property accepts credit cards and cash ### We should mention 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 Snowball At Madarao Mountain Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain Lodge Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain Iiyama Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain Lodge Iiyama ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain? ### What time is check-out at Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain? ### Where is Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Snowball Chalet at Madarao Mountain Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence Feb 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Awesome Stay!!!! It was a great stay. I love the vibe and everything about the Snowball Chalet. ##### Lawrence Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gene Feb 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The Hottest Chalet at Madarao Mountain Our stay at Snowball Chalet was absolutely fantastic. In fact it was one of the highlights that made our snowboarding trip to Japan so special. 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