[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse in Kutchan with free parking ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/4faf932b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/94fb6837.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/a2e006f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/003427b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Traditional Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109750000/109745500/109745455/8fa37fed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Winter Whale Lodge provides laundry facilities and more. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKutchan-Hotels-Winter-Whale-Lodge.h109745455.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKutchan-Hotels-Winter-Whale-Lodge.h109745455.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Kutchan, Winter Whale Lodge is in the city center. Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and Niseko Hanazono Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Noasc and Niseko-Shakotan-Otarukaigan Quasi-National Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing and snowboarding. [Visit our Kutchan travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kutchan.dx6126709) [View more Guest houses in Kutchan](https://www.expedia.ca/Kutchan-Guest-Houses.d6126709-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C42.89781%2C140.75000&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qqMtwC-7kiRsAElQIiaNXnoXH6Q=) 2-chome-2-58 Minami 4 Jonishi, Kutchan, Hokkaido, 044-0034 ### What's nearby - Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area - 2 min drive - 1.7 km - Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu - 9 min drive - 7.1 km - Niseko Hanazono Resort - 10 min drive - 5.7 km - White Isle Niseko Snowmobile Park - 11 min drive - 11.1 km - Niseko Annupuri Gondola - 23 min drive - 18.9 km ### Getting around - Kutchan Station - 9 min walk - New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 123 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪雪庭 - ‬3 min walk - ‪Rikka - ‬6 min walk - ‪SPROUT - ‬8 min walk - ‪大仁門 - ‬4 min walk - ‪cafe creperiz - ‬9 min walk ## About this property ### Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse near Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu Winter Whale Lodge provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self parking - Coworking spaces, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Winter Whale Lodge feature perks such as heated floors and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and dining tables. 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TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Dining table - In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer - In-room microwave - Laundry facilities - Separate in-room dining area ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Virtual front desk ### Business services - Coworking space ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Handrails in stairways (40 inches high) - Hardwood flooring in room - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - 2 shared bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dining table - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Separate dining area - Shared kitchen access - Stovetop ### More - Desk - Heated floor - Heating - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests ### Access methods Access code, host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - An effective city/local tax rate of 2.00 percent will be charged We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 Property Registration Number M010044389 ### 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 Winter Whale Lodge Kutchan Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse Winter Whale Lodge Guesthouse Kutchan ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Winter Whale Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Winter Whale Lodge? > Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Winter Whale Lodge? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Winter Whale Lodge? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Winter Whale Lodge located? > Located in the heart of Kutchan, this guesthouse is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Kutchancho Asahigaoka Ski Area and within 3 mi (5 km) of Noasc and Shikotsu-Toya National Park. Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu and Niseko Hanazono Resort are also within 6 mi (10 km). Kutchan Station is 9 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Winter Whale Lodge Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 7.0 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Diane Mar 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The property was not what we were expecting. It was a five bedroom home. It was very clean and when we had trouble with our door knob to our room, he came over and fixed it right away. When the outside door would not lock, no one came and fixed it ##### Diane Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cameron Feb 6, 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities ##### Cameron Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Tokyo Disney Celebration Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-Tokyo-Disney-Celebration-Hotel.h21163232.Hotel-Information) > > [Fuji Marriott Hotel Lake Yamanaka](https://www.expedia.ca/Yamanakako-Hotels-Fuji-Marriott-Hotel-Lake-Yamanaka.h17705474.Hotel-Information) > > [HOSHINOYA Okinawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Okinawa-Hotels-HOSHINOYA-Okinawa.h40226148.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Chariot Hokutoshichisei 135°](https://www.expedia.ca/Awaji-Hotels-Grand-Chariot-Hokutoshichisei-135.h34745847.Hotel-Information) > > [Yumotokan](https://www.expedia.ca/Otsu-Hotels-Yumotokan.h7028149.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard By Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Kyoto-Shijo-Karasuma.h20518950.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ritz-Carlton, Okinawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Okinawa-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h5117262.Hotel-Information) > > [Kawaguchiko Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Kawaguchiko-Hotel.h12991356.Hotel-Information) > > [ASO Farm Land](https://www.expedia.ca/Aso-Hotels-ASO-Farm-Land.h11868090.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Clad](https://www.expedia.ca/Gotemba-Hotels-Hotel-Clad.h38381266.Hotel-Information) > > [Fujisan Onsen Bessho SASA](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Fujisan-Onsen-Bessho-SASA.h14626817.Hotel-Information) > > [Fuji View Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Fuji-View-Hotel.h2333483.Hotel-Information) > > [Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention](https://www.expedia.ca/Niseko-Hotels-Rusutsu-Resort-Hotel-Convention.h3948188.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Tokyo Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Tokyo-Bay.h35893302.Hotel-Information) > > [Fuji Speedway Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.ca/Oyama-Hotels-Fuji-Speedway-Hotel.h82927328.Hotel-Information) > > [Wakakusa no Yado Maruei Ryokan](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Wakakusa-No-Yado-Maruei-Ryokan.h6136631.Hotel-Information) > > [Fufu Kawaguchiko](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-FUFU-KAWAGUCHIKO.h33760212.Hotel-Information) > > [Highland Resort Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Highland-Resort-Hotel-Spa.h990130.Hotel-Information) > > [Fujisan Onsen Hotel Kaneyamaen](https://www.expedia.ca/Fujiyoshida-Hotels-Fujisan-Onsen-Hotel-Kaneyamaen.h14626290.Hotel-Information) > > [Oriental Hotel Tokyo Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-Oriental-Hotel-Tokyo-Bay.h1041843.Hotel-Information) > > [Ooike Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Ooike-Hotel.h5620879.Hotel-Information) > > [La Vista Fuji Kawaguchiko](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-La-Vista-Fuji-Kawaguchiko.h15976788.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeland Hotel Mizunosato](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Lakeland-Hotel-Mizunosato.h10608801.Hotel-Information) > > [Konansou](https://www.expedia.ca/Fujikawaguchiko-Hotels-Konansou.h9145049.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Aruba](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Aruba-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d9-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Fuji Onsenji Yumedono](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Fuji-Onsenji-Yumedono.h9635420.Hotel-Information) > > [Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan](https://www.expedia.ca/Hayakawa-Hotels-Nishiyama-Onsen-Keiunkan.h37148164.Hotel-Information) > > [HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-HOTEL-MYSTAYS-Fuji-Onsen-Resort.h16114229.Hotel-Information) > > [Kasuitei Ohya](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Kasuitei-Ohya.h13002262.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to London (YXU)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yxu/toronto-to-london)