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The Setsumon

Highlights

  • Modern apartments with designer interiors & luxe furnishings.
  • Central location in Upper Hirafu.
  • Only a 5-minute walk to the Ace Family Quad Lift.
  • On-site reception for guest needs during the winter season.
  • Explore The Area

    Ace Family Quad Lift 350 m Hirafu Welcome Center 550 m
    Holiday Pair Lift 1 750 m Hirafu Gondola 750 m
    New Chitose Airport 111.0 km

    Key Features

    Bedroom
    1-3

    Bedroom

    Bathroom
    1-3

    Bathroom

    Child Friendly

    Child Friendly

    Concierge

    Concierge

    WiFi

    WiFi

    Private Parking

    Private Parking

    At a Glance

    • Who. Perfect for couples, families, and groups looking for a sleek & stylish getaway in Niseko.

    • What. Discover the ultimate winter retreat at The Setsumon's contemporary apartments. Conveniently situated in the heart of Niseko's vibrant Hirafu Village, The Setsumon is surrounded by renowned dining and nightlife hotspots. With the Ace Family Quad Lift just a brief five-minute stroll away and convenient in-house ski storage facilities, hitting the slopes is as easy as hitting the après-ski bars.

      From beautifully crafted studios to spacious 1- to 3-bedroom apartments, and two luxurious penthouses (one featuring a balcony spa!), adorned with an array of amenities and generous floor-to-ceiling windows, this boutique apartment hotel offers breathtaking views of the majestic slopes and bustling village in most of its rooms. Seamlessly blending timeless architecture with meticulously designed interiors, The Setsumon invites you into your perfect sanctuary, embraced by the allure of Niseko.

    • Why. Situated in the heart of vibrant Hirafu village, The Setsumon embodies the epitome of comfort and accessibility for those looking to immerse themselves in the ultimate Niseko experience. Perfectly positioned just a short stroll away from the ski lifts, this boutique property provides easy access to Niseko's famed slopes and an array of acclaimed dining establishments, bars, onsen, and shops, promising a world of convenience right at your fingertips.

    Good to Know

    • Reception:

      • Summer: 01 Jul to 30 Nov 2025 at Intuition.
      • Winter: 02 Dec 2024 to 31 Mar 2025 at the property; 01 Dec 2024 and 01 to 14 Apr 2025 at The Vale Niseko.
    • Housekeeping:

      • Service Clean every 2nd day (includes light clean of rooms, replacement of towels and garbage removal).
      • Mid Clean every 4th day for stays over 5 nights (includes service clean plus change of linen and vacuum-cleaning of rooms).
    • Nearest Ski Lifts: Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU.

      • Open from 30 Nov 2024 to 31 Mar 2025.
      • *Schedule is subject to change. For real time updates and more information on this and other Niseko ski areas, please click HERE.
    • Onsen: Located at The Vale Niseko.

      • Available to The Setsumon guests for a fee of JPY 1,500 for adults; and JPY 1,000 for children.
      • Summer: 01 Jul to 30 Sep 2025.
      • Winter: 30 Nov 2024 to 14 Apr 2025.
    • BBQ Grill: 27 Apr to 30 Nov 2025 (summer only).

      • Available for Penthouse units only.
    • Parking: Free of charge for the first two vehicles.

      • Parking spaces are limited, and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
    • For complete winter and summer operation hours, please see HERE.

    Amenities and Services

    • Air Conditioning
    • Baby Cot & High Chair
    • Cable TV
    • Coffee Machine
    • Concierge Service
    • Heating
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Non-Smoking Rooms
    • Safety Deposit Boxes
    • Ski Concierge Service
    • Ski Storage
    • Smart TV

    The Fine Print

    Details

    • Complimentary Concierge Service with our Guest Experience Team including arrangement of Airport Transfers, Ski & Snowboarding Essentials (Lift Passes, Lessons, Gear Rental), other Snow Activities, Car Hire, and Restaurant Reservations.
    • Upon check-in, there will be complimentary tea, coffee, sugar, body soap, hand soap, conditioning shampoo, dishwasher powder, washing powder, tissues and cleaning products.
    • Complimentary in-resort transfers between the Hirafu Welcome Center and accommodation upon guests’ arrival and departure. Guests transfer details (bus company and number, number of passengers and estimated arrival/departure time) must be furnished to our Concierge team at least 1 month prior to arrival date and may be subject to availability. If details are provided less than 1 month, transfers will not be available.

    Child Policy & Extra Bedding

    • Extra person (6 years old and above) counts toward maximum occupancy allowed for each unit.
    • A child 5 years old and below can stay for free in existing bedding. We strongly recommend for all infants to sleep in cots. We do not recommend for infants to share existing bedding with family or to exceed the maximum occupancy allowed. 
    • Extra bedding for infant (5 years old and below) is a baby cot/futon at JPY 5,000 per child per 4-night block. High chair is free of charge (advance booking is required).
    • Extra person (6 years old and above) fee of JPY 7,000 per person per night is applicable when occupants exceed the standard occupancy for the respective unit. An extra futon will be arranged in the living room and not in the bedrooms due to limited space.
    • In the situation that an extra guest stays for only part of the nights booked, the extra person fee still applies for the total nights of the group stay. 
    • No extra person is allowed in Penthouse Studio unit. Maximum of 1 extra person allowed in Studio unit. Maximum of 2 extra persons allowed in all other units.

    Bedding Preference

    • Bedding may be flexible in the accommodation, but varies bedroom to bedroom.
    • Bedding will be arranged in the standard bedding configuration (twin bedding) unless specified otherwise in writing to [email protected] at least 1 month prior to arrival date. 
    • Where bedding configuration is not supplied within the required time-frame or is incorrect on check-in and needs to be changed, an amendment fee of JPY 5,000 per bedroom will be charged. 

    Cleaning Service

    • Service Clean every 2nd day (includes light clean of rooms, replacement of towels and garbage removal).
    • Mid Clean every 4th day for stays over 5 nights (includes service clean plus change of linen and vacuum-cleaning of rooms).
    • Please note that the accommodation is to be tidy and all cutlery, crockery, kitchenware must be washed upon check-out. A fee will be charged if additional cleaning is required.

    Check-In & Check-Out

    • Check-in: 3 PM.    - Copies of passports and credit card details for security deposit are required at check-in.
    • Check-out: 10 AM.    - All luggage and personal belongings must be removed from rooms by the check-out time.
    • No late check-out is permitted during Peak Season. There will be a late check-out fee of JPY 15,000 for a check-out not later than 12 PM and a full nightly charge for check-out after 12 PM.
    • Early check-in/late check-out requests will be subject to availability on arrival/departure to the property.

    Property Regulations

    • Guests accept responsibility for damage to the property, the room (including common areas), fittings, furniture, keys and other properties caused during their occupation, including any consequential losses incurred.
    • No smoking is allowed in the property (includes balcony areas). Guests who smoke will be liable to pay a JPY 50,000 fine and additional damage charges may apply to compensate later guests who are affected by the smell of smoking or the owner of the property for bookings that need to be relocated to a different property.
    • No pets are allowed at any accommodation, either inside, outside or remaining in vehicles parked at the accommodation.
    • Parking spaces are limited, and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

    1 Bedroom Suite

    The 1-Bedroom Suites are ideal for families and groups as they each feature a kitchen and private balcony. Each suite also comes with the equivalent number of bathrooms to the number of rooms. All rooms have king beds that can be split into twin beds. They have chic boutique living spaces featuring Japanese cedar, plush carpets, large sofas and modern fireplaces. Maximum of 2 additional guest allowed at extra cost.

    Room Occupancy: 2
    Size (sqm): 67
    Bedroom 1: King/Twin
    Bathroom: 1
    Room Features:
    • WiFi Access
    • Bathtub
    • Dishwasher
    • Kitchen
    • Living & Dining Area
    • Fireplace
    • Heating System
    • Hair Dryer
    • Bathroom Amenities
    • Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
    • Ski Storage
    • Netflix
    • Balcony / Terrace
    • Separate Shower & Tub
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Smart TV

    Penthouse Studio

    The Penthouse Studio rooms have a separate living space with sofa and coffee table. There is also a full kitchen with premium appliances. No additional guests allowed.

    Room Occupancy: 2
    Size (sqm): 30
    Bedroom 1: King/Twin
    Bathroom: 1
    Room Features:
    • WiFi Access
    • Dishwasher
    • Living & Dining Area
    • Refrigerator
    • Fireplace
    • Heating System
    • Hair Dryer
    • Microwave
    • Bathroom Amenities
    • Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
    • Ski Storage
    • Kitchenette
    • Netflix
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Smart TV

    Superior Studio

    The Superior Studio rooms are ideal for couples or close friends as the king beds can be split into twins if desired. These units also have a separate living space with sofa and coffee table, a full kitchen with premium appliances, and for some units, a private balcony. Maximum of 1 additional guest allowed at extra cost.

    Room Occupancy: 2
    Size (sqm): 45
    Bedroom 1: King/Twin
    Bathroom: 1
    Room Features:
    • WiFi Access
    • Dishwasher
    • Living & Dining Area
    • Refrigerator
    • Fireplace
    • Heating System
    • Hair Dryer
    • Microwave
    • Bathroom Amenities
    • Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
    • Kitchenette
    • Netflix
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Smart TV

    2 Bedroom Penthouse Suite

    The 2-Bedroom Penthouse Suite is located across the top two floors of the Setsumon building. The bedroom on the ground floor features an ensuite bathroom with a luxurious bath and two rain showers. The master bedroom upstairs boasts expansive panorama views across the village and ski hills*. Within the room is a designer sofa with television. The ensuite bathroom has two rain showers and bath. The living area downstairs features dining seating for eight, a spacious sofa ensemble with seating for six, and a full-featured kitchen. There is an expansive terrace with an outdoor jacuzzi spa overlooking the lights of Hirafu’s ski slopes*. Maximum of 2 additional guests allowed at extra cost.

    Room Occupancy: 4
    Size (sqm): 126
    Bedroom 1: King/Twin
    Bedroom 2: King/Twin
    Bathroom: 2
    Room Features:
    • WiFi Access
    • Bathtub
    • Dishwasher
    • Kitchen
    • Living & Dining Area
    • Fireplace
    • Heating System
    • Hair Dryer
    • Jacuzzi
    • Bathroom Amenities
    • Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
    • Nespresso Machine
    • Ski Storage
    • Private Onsen Bath
    • Netflix
    • Balcony / Terrace
    • Separate Shower & Tub
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Smart TV
    • BBQ Facilities

    2 Bedroom Premier Suite

    The 2-Bedroom Premier Suites feature two bedrooms. The master bedroom connects to an ensuite toilet with shower. The second bedroom features an extensive closet space, and is next to a shared bathroom with shower and bath*. An open plan living area features seating for six on cozy sofas, and dining table with seating for eight. Each suite has an expansive, full-feature kitchen, and laundry nook with washer and dryer. Maximum of 2 additional guests allowed at extra cost.

    Room Occupancy: 4
    Size (sqm): 126
    Bedroom 1: King/Twin
    Bedroom 2: King/Twin
    Bathroom: 2
    Room Features:
    • WiFi Access
    • Bathtub
    • Dishwasher
    • Kitchen
    • Living & Dining Area
    • Fireplace
    • Heating System
    • Hair Dryer
    • Bathroom Amenities
    • Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
    • Ski Storage
    • Balcony / Terrace
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Smart TV

    2 Bedroom Suite

    The 2-Bedroom Suites feature two separate sleeping areas. The master bedroom includes sofa seating, a flat-screen TV and dining for two, as well as an ensuite bathroom with shower and full-feature kitchenette. The second bedroom features expansive closet space, and is next door to the second bathroom, which features a bath tub, as well as shower and separate toilet). Maximum of 2 additional guests allowed at extra cost.

    Room Occupancy: 4
    Size (sqm): 126
    Bedroom 1: King/Twin
    Bedroom 2: King/Twin
    Bathroom: 2
    Room Features:
    • WiFi Access
    • Bathtub
    • Dishwasher
    • Kitchen
    • Living & Dining Area
    • Fireplace
    • Heating System
    • Hair Dryer
    • Bathroom Amenities
    • Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
    • Ski Storage
    • Netflix
    • Balcony / Terrace
    • Separate Shower & Tub
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Smart TV

    3 Bedroom Premier Suite

    The 3-Bedroom Premier Suites are located across the 2nd to 4th floors of the Setsumon building. Each bedroom features an ensuite bathroom. The master bedroom on the upper level is accessible by staircase. It features its own kitchenette, dining seating for two, and a sofa, coffee table, flat-screen TV, and a private balcony. The other bedrooms have extensive storage space and access to balconies. The expansive living area downstairs features a large sofa, dining seating for eight, and an extensive full-feature kitchen. A laundry nook features separate washer and dryer machines. Maximum of 2 additional guests allowed at extra cost.

    Room Occupancy: 6
    Size (sqm): 145
    Bedroom 1: King/Twin
    Bedroom 2: King/Twin
    Bedroom 3: King/Twin
    Bathroom: 3
    Room Features:
    • WiFi Access
    • Bathtub
    • Dishwasher
    • Kitchen
    • Living & Dining Area
    • Fireplace
    • Heating System
    • Hair Dryer
    • Bathroom Amenities
    • Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
    • Ski Storage
    • Netflix
    • Balcony / Terrace
    • Separate Shower & Tub
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Smart TV

    3 Bedroom Penthouse Suite (S501)

    The 3-Bedroom Penthouse Suite features three ensuite bedrooms and bathrooms, and an open terrace with outdoor jacuzzi spa bath. An open-plan living area features designer furniture including a sofa with seating for six, dining table with seating for eight, a flat-screen TV inset into a wood-panel wall, and a gas fireplace. Maximum of 2 additional guests allowed at extra cost.

    Room Occupancy: 6
    Size (sqm): 155 + 50 (balcony)
    Bedroom 1: King/Twin
    Bedroom 2: King/Twin
    Bedroom 3: King/Twin
    Bathroom: 3
    Room Features:
    • WiFi Access
    • Bathtub
    • Dishwasher
    • Kitchen
    • Living & Dining Area
    • Fireplace
    • Heating System
    • Hair Dryer
    • Jacuzzi
    • Bathroom Amenities
    • Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
    • Nespresso Machine
    • Ski Storage
    • Netflix
    • Balcony / Terrace
    • Separate Shower & Tub
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Smart TV
    • BBQ Facilities

    3 Bedroom Penthouse Suite (S502)

    The 3-Bedroom Penthouse Suite features three ensuite bedrooms and bathrooms, and an open terrace. An open-plan living area features designer furniture including a sofa with seating for six, dining table with seating for eight, a flat-screen TV inset into a wood-panel wall, and a gas fireplace. Maximum of 2 additional guests allowed at extra cost.

    Room Occupancy: 6
    Size (sqm): 155 + 50 (balcony)
    Bedroom 1: King/Twin
    Bedroom 2: King/Twin
    Bedroom 3: King/Twin
    Bathroom: 3
    Room Features:
    • WiFi Access
    • Bathtub
    • Dishwasher
    • Kitchen
    • Living & Dining Area
    • Fireplace
    • Heating System
    • Hair Dryer
    • Bathroom Amenities
    • Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
    • Nespresso Machine
    • Ski Storage
    • Netflix
    • Balcony / Terrace
    • Separate Shower & Tub
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Smart TV
    • BBQ Facilities

    Promotions

    • Winter Luxe Getaways Special Offer: 30% to 40% off for stays from 19 Feb to 31 Mar 2025, and 10% off for stays from 06 Jan to 18 Feb 2025 and 01 to 14 Apr 2025. Season's minimum nights required apply.

    • Winter Long Stay: Additional 5% off for all stays from 01 Dec 2024 to 14 Apr 2025 lasting 9 nights or more. Kindly email [email protected] for a quotation.

    • Returning Guests: Additional 5% off for previous guests returning for the 2024-2025 ski season. Kindly email [email protected] for a quotation.

    • Summer Early Bird Offer: 5% off for 1-night stays when booked 7 days or more before check-in; 10% off for 2-night stays or more when booked 7-29 days before check-in; and 15% off for 2-night stays or more when booked 30 days or more before check-in. Valid for stays from 19 Jul to 30 Nov 2025.

    • Winter Early Bird Offer: 10% off for stays from 01 to 17 Dec 2025 & 19 Feb to 26 Apr 2026; and 5% off for stays from 29 Jan to 18 Feb 2026. Season's minimum nights required apply.

    • All promotions are subject to availability on request and can be withdrawn at anytime without prior notice. Terms and conditions apply. For enquiries, please kindly e-mail [email protected].