James M.
Yelp
I decided to stay at PH Niseko Hanazono bc...
1) it was my first time visiting Niseko
2) PH Niseko's "crown jewel" reputation
3) ultra modern decor, immaculate grounds, PREMIUM EVERYTHING
4) ability to experience the Residence 1BR King Suite + Onsen (A815)
Booked via Amex Platinum FHR (Fine Hotels & Resorts)
Room rate: ~$2,100/night (incl. T&F)
Amex FHR Benefits
* early (12pm) check-in (if avail)
* late (4pm) check out (guaranteed)
* suite upgrade (if avail)
* breakfast for 2 (buffet)
* $100 property CR (F&B, spa, etc.)
Residence 1BR King Suite + Onsen (A815)
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/japan/park-hyatt-niseko-hanazono/ctsph/rooms#rooms-1BRX
Suite Highlights
* 109 sqm corner unit residence 1BR suite (on second highest flr) w panoramic views of basecamp + Mt. Yotei
* private semi open-air onsen! (hot spring) filled w mineral-rich Mt. Annupuri water, known for healing properties + ability to improve general well-being
* fully equipped marble island kitchen + fridge
* in-unit washer/dryer
* marble dining table for 6 (mt yotei view)
* (1) king bed + (2) sofa queen beds
* (2) full baths (master, guest)
* deluxe master bath w deep soaking tub + double vanity
* (2) 55-in flat-screen TVs (BR, LR) + mirror TV (master bath)
* (2) in-room safes
* super comfy slippers, Japanese robes (Yukata!)
* Le Labo bath products
* pillow menu
* Hokkaido milk!
* QR code easily allows you to: order complimentary items / in room dining, make restaurant reservations, borrow items https://www.hyatt.com/content/dam/hotel/propertysites/assets/park/ctsph/documents/en_us/home/Hyatt-Has-It.pdf
Property Highlights
* resort is divided into (2) sections (residence, hotel), residence side is a lot quieter. 100 rooms (incl. 28 suites), over 60 residences
* ability to access residence fitness ctr and hotel fitness ctr but not the residence lounge
* 11 restaurants, lounges, bars + private dining, wine cellars, karaoke
* Pierre Hermé (aka "Picasso of Pastry") EVERYTHING (def try the Ispahan croissant!)
* 25m heated indoor pool (similar to PH NYC layout, incl. underwater music) but w ~5 jetted tubs (private, separated by marble columns), + steam sauna (accessible via locker room)
* onsen hot springs (hotel side, reservation required, 50m session), dry sauna, cold plunge pool
* Hanazono 308 bldg: indoor children's playground, F&B, merchandise, ski rental, etc.)
* free hot chocolate at F&B station (residence side, lower level, near retail ski shop)
* multilingual staff
* ski valet service (incl. rentals), residences ski valet service
* fast/stable Wi-Fi connection throughout entire resort
* free outdoor residence self parking (used)
* Globalists get free shuttle service (for 2) from/to CTS (did not use)
Spa | Fitness | Onsen | Swimming Pool | Wellness
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/spas/the-spa-park-hyatt-niseko-hanazono/home
Huge shout out to GM Paul Wright! Thank you so much for the experience and gracious hospitality!