My family and I had a great experience staying at the Vale this winter season. The shuttle bus was easily accessible and just made the stay so much more comfortable. Not having to walk to places within rusutsu or carry ski gear in the cold was greatly appreciated. The international staff made us feel very much at home, and welcomed all questions and request.
Our 2br was extremely comfortable, and ski in ski out made the experience very much enjoyable.
Note: the shuttle bus to the hotel from Sapporo only comes at set times.
Sheon
Google
Just had a visit to Rusutsu for a ski week staying the Vale for the second time which is an excellent hotel with all the amenities. Comfortable rooms, prompt and helpful service and usefully connected to the main hotel.
Andrew Heggieon
Google
A beautifully equipped and located condominium on the foothills of the Rusutsu ski resort. The cafe was excellent for our daily breakfast, a great mini grocery shop and the pizzas made there were delicious. The staff there were excellent, especially the three ladies. Stunning rooms with all you need and the onsen on site was a great end to a powder-filled fortnight. Rooms were serviced around every other day. The staff on reception tried their best to accommodate needs of guests, more local knowledge of where to eat, grocery shop etc, would have made it 5/5 for this category.
Jenny Craigon
Google
We normally stay in hotels however this trip stayed in a luxury 2-bedroom apartment which was excellent. The whole unit was spacious and well equipped. The bedrooms and bathrooms very spacious and comfortable. Ski in / ski out. Staff very accommodating. Recommend highly.
Tony Frazeron
Google
Very tourist friendly with good portion of staff fluent in English. All personnel enthusiastically helpful. Dropped my action camera on the slopes second last day of my trip, lady at the reception counter and hotel’s speedy shuttle service helped us retrieve the device before check out!
My family and I had a great experience staying at the Vale this winter season. The shuttle bus was easily accessible and just made the stay so much more comfortable. Not having to walk to places within rusutsu or carry ski gear in the cold was greatly appreciated. The international staff made us feel very much at home, and welcomed all questions and request.
Our 2br was extremely comfortable, and ski in ski out made the experience very much enjoyable.
Note: the shuttle bus to the hotel from Sapporo only comes at set times.
Sheon
Google
Just had a visit to Rusutsu for a ski week staying the Vale for the second time which is an excellent hotel with all the amenities. Comfortable rooms, prompt and helpful service and usefully connected to the main hotel.
Andrew Heggieon
Google
A beautifully equipped and located condominium on the foothills of the Rusutsu ski resort. The cafe was excellent for our daily breakfast, a great mini grocery shop and the pizzas made there were delicious. The staff there were excellent, especially the three ladies. Stunning rooms with all you need and the onsen on site was a great end to a powder-filled fortnight. Rooms were serviced around every other day. The staff on reception tried their best to accommodate needs of guests, more local knowledge of where to eat, grocery shop etc, would have made it 5/5 for this category.
Jenny Craigon
Google
We normally stay in hotels however this trip stayed in a luxury 2-bedroom apartment which was excellent. The whole unit was spacious and well equipped. The bedrooms and bathrooms very spacious and comfortable. Ski in / ski out. Staff very accommodating. Recommend highly.
Tony Frazeron
Google
Very tourist friendly with good portion of staff fluent in English. All personnel enthusiastically helpful. Dropped my action camera on the slopes second last day of my trip, lady at the reception counter and hotel’s speedy shuttle service helped us retrieve the device before check out!
An award-winning ski-in/ski-out experience – enjoy Rusutsu's most luxurious hotel this season
Voted the World’s Best New Ski Hotel in 2021 and Japan’s Best Ski Hotel in 2024, The Vale Rusutsu is one of Japan’s most sought-after mountain-side resorts. This ski-in ski-out gem features condotel amenities that include ski storage, a café, spa and physiotherapy clinic; restaurants and the famous Kotobuki Onsen are just a short walk away.
The 1- to 4-bedroom residences offer refined alpine living, with each residence fitted with laundry appliances and a kitchen area. Enjoy the sheer vastness of space across 37 trails on the three peaks, plus an abundance of family-friendly facilities and activities for kids. From powder chasing in winter to golfing and amusement park access in summer, The Vale Rusutsu puts you at the heart of Rusutsu’s best attractions.
Key highlights
Ski-in Ski-out
Amusement Park
Café
Concierge Desk
Concierge Service
Free WiFi
All Amenities
Ski-in Ski-out
Amusement Park
Café
Concierge Desk
Concierge Service
Free WiFi
Golf Course
Luggage Delivery
Non-Smoking
Onsen
Parking
Reception Desk
Ski Locker
Award-Winning
Room Types
Some of our room types can accommodate additional guests up to maximum occupancy, at an extra nightly charge. Please click on the Details pop-up on each room category for more information.
Available to all guests for a fee of ¥1,500 for adults; ¥750 for children
Indoor Heated Pool (Rusutsu Resort)
14:00-22:00
Wave pool and aqua coaster
Available to all guests for a fee of ¥1,500 for adults; ¥750 for children
Pro-Peak Ski School
7:00-17:00 (1 Dec 2024 to 31 Mar 2025)
Snow sports lessons and guiding services
Located within the The Vale Rusutsu 2F Concierge Desk
Ski Rentals and Retails (Rusutsu Resort)
Salomon & Atomic Station
1F 8:15-18:00 (Dec 2025 to 31 Mar 2026)
6F 8:15-18:00 (Dec 2025 to 31 Mar 2026)
Premium Rental Station Westin Resort
1F 8:15-18:00 (Dec 2025 to 31 Mar 2026)
Parking
Available year-round
Free of charge for the first two vehicles
*Parking spaces will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Parking
Available year-round
Free of charge for the first two vehicles
*Parking spaces will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
*Operating hours and details subject to change
*Operating hours and details subject to change
Minimum Night Stay
Minimum stay varies depending on the dates. You may need to increase your stay length if you're unable to find availability.
01 Dec 2025 - 09 Dec 2025
2
10 Dec 2025 - 17 Dec 2025
3
18 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026
5
06 Jan 2026 - 28 Jan 2026
5
29 Jan 2026 - 18 Feb 2026
4
19 Feb 2026 - 08 Mar 2026
3
09 Mar 2026 - 26 Apr 2026
2
Reviews
My family and I had a great experience staying at the Vale this winter season. The shuttle bus was easily accessible and just made the stay so much more comfortable. Not having to walk to places within rusutsu or carry ski gear in the cold was greatly appreciated. The international staff made us feel very much at home, and welcomed all questions and request.
Our 2br was extremely comfortable, and ski in ski out made the experience very much enjoyable.
Note: the shuttle bus to the hotel from Sapporo only comes at set times.
Sheon
Google
Just had a visit to Rusutsu for a ski week staying the Vale for the second time which is an excellent hotel with all the amenities. Comfortable rooms, prompt and helpful service and usefully connected to the main hotel.
Andrew Heggieon
Google
A beautifully equipped and located condominium on the foothills of the Rusutsu ski resort. The cafe was excellent for our daily breakfast, a great mini grocery shop and the pizzas made there were delicious. The staff there were excellent, especially the three ladies. Stunning rooms with all you need and the onsen on site was a great end to a powder-filled fortnight. Rooms were serviced around every other day. The staff on reception tried their best to accommodate needs of guests, more local knowledge of where to eat, grocery shop etc, would have made it 5/5 for this category.
Jenny Craigon
Google
We normally stay in hotels however this trip stayed in a luxury 2-bedroom apartment which was excellent. The whole unit was spacious and well equipped. The bedrooms and bathrooms very spacious and comfortable. Ski in / ski out. Staff very accommodating. Recommend highly.
Tony Frazeron
Google
Very tourist friendly with good portion of staff fluent in English. All personnel enthusiastically helpful. Dropped my action camera on the slopes second last day of my trip, lady at the reception counter and hotel’s speedy shuttle service helped us retrieve the device before check out!
Chi Hang Tony Chowon
Google
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