Review: Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

During a spring ski trip to Niseko, I had the privilege of enjoying the first two nights at the Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono,  a luxurious mountain resort situated in Hokkaido, Japan.
The hotel, which recently opened its doors in January 2020, is renowned for its breathtaking panoramic views spanning the Annupuri ranges and Mount Yotei.
Indeed, my anticipation for this stay was particularly high, especially as I’d planned this trip alongside friends and fellow travel creators: Jarvis from The Luxury Traveller , Albert from JetAlbert , and Manny from Flight Hacks .
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Booking
As a luxury hotel in a resort area, rates at the Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono lean towards the higher end. Given its prime location and status as one of the few luxury accommodations in the area, this resort certainly comes with prices to match.
A standard room at the hotel begins at around ¥45,000 ($310 USD, $420 CAD), and the rates go up from there, easily doubling those figures during the peak winter ski season.
If you dabble in the World of Hyatt loyalty program, this may be a good spot to use your points, depending on the going cash rates.
The Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono is a Category 8 property, which means that a standard room redemption costs 35,000, 40,000 or 45,000 World of Hyatt points per night, for off-peak, standard, and peak pricing, respectively. I managed to secure the off-peak rate of 35,000 World of Hyatt points for my stay.
If you’re booking a cash rate at the Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono, be sure to get in touch with a travel advisor with access to Hyatt Privé , Hyatt’s preferred partner program.
You’ll pay the same as the publicly available refundable rate, but you’ll get extra perks such as free breakfast, a $100 (USD) property credit, a room upgrade, and more.




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Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Location
The Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono is tucked into the woodland along the eastern perimeter of the Niseko Hanazono Resort. The hotel offers direct access to the slopes, which is one of the key selling features of the property in the winter months.





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Adjacent to the property lies the Hanazono Golf Course, which is just a 10-minute walk away.
Other popular attractions, such as Fukidashi Park and Mount Yotei, can be reached within a 40-minute drive from the Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono.
The hotel is just a brief 10-minute drive from Kutchan Train Station, which is the main railway station serving the Niseko area. It’s also the station at which you’d arrive when travelling from Sapporo New Chitose Airport or the city of Sapporo.
Lastly, a perk that’s exclusive to Hyatt Globalist members staying at the Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono is a complimentary shuttle-bus service from Sapporo New Chitose Airport, which is an approximately two-and-a-half hour journey. 
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Complimentary shuttle
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Complimentary shuttle
The bus itself is luxuriously appointed, featuring comfortable seating and ample space, as well as complimentary water. This is a remarkably generous perk for Globalist members, who can bring a guest with them, especially considering that transfers may otherwise be quite costly.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Complimentary shuttle tray table
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Complimentary shuttle footrest
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Complimentary water
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Check-in
We arrived at dusk, and I was immediately taken aback by how beautiful the property is.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Entrance
This is one of the only hotels at Hanazono, the easternmost resort out of Niseko’s four ski hills, which can all be accessed with a Niseko United ski pass. There are more hotels being built around Hanazono for the future, but at the moment, the Park Hyatt is like an exclusive snow bunker sheltered far away from the rest of the action.
The hotel is composed of four interconnected buildings, adorned with grey slated exteriors that elegantly meld into the rugged embrace of the mountainscape. The design boldly embraces a new era of modernity, breaking away from traditional alpine-inspired hotels.
Upon arrival, I was greeted by a cobblestone courtyard, which welcomed me into the minimalist entryway and hallways, exuding a feeling of luxurious simplicity.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Entrance
Stone walls, Japanese-inspired patchwork carpets, and a fireplace offered us a warm welcome amidst the snowy landscape.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Lobby lounge
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Lobby lounge
In the lobby lounge, there’s a lofty reception area, adorned in natural timbers and warm metals, as well as sculptured floor lamps.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Check-in area
During this particular stay, I was quite motivated to secure an upgrade on account of my Globalist status. However, the hotel was genuinely full due to the presence of a large in-house group, making it ultimately impossible for me to obtain any form of upgrade – even one offering a favourable view.
However, my friend Albert, who was checking in next to me, proved to be a greater force to be reckoned with on the “ suite-talking ” front, assertively pushing and pushing until he secured a suite starting from the second night onwards for his group’s three-night stay. I was highly impressed with his determination!
Following the check-in process, the front desk associate handed me the keys, and I proceeded to Room 628, located on the sixth floor.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Elevators
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room
The guest room hallways are minimalistic and warmly toned, and the soft ceiling lights and wooden accents collectively foster a very welcoming setting.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Hallway
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – Room 628
Immediately upon stepping inside, the King Guest Room stands out as an extremely impressive base-level accommodation. The colour palette is soft, combining neutrals with vibrant bursts of colour, which results in a luxurious yet highly comfortable space.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room living room
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room living room
Upon entry, the space seamlessly unfolds into a dining area, featuring a dark timber dining table with seating for four.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room dining area
Waiting on the dining table was a modest amenity of a few oranges provided to Globalist members. While somewhat limited, it’s still a thoughtful gesture.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room welcome amenities
Hooks and a slipper rack are thoughtfully placed near the entrance, providing a designated spot for hanging ski gear, and to facilitate easy transitions throughout the hotel’s public areas.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room hooks & slipper rack
To the right, a combination minibar/pantry can be found, equipped with a Nespresso coffee maker, tea station, and water.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room minibar & pantry
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room pantry
Continuing deeper into the room, a cozy seating area consists of a sofa, armchair, ottoman, and side table.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room living room
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room seating area
A shoji -inspired glass wall elegantly divides the dining area and living room from the bedroom.
The bedroom is quite spacious, housing a plush king bed adorned with a luxurious leather headboard. Positioned on the opposite wall is a flat-screen TV, while a generously upholstered bench spans the window.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room bedroom
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room bed
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room bench
Remarkably, the base-level rooms here at the Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono offer two full bathrooms, both equipped with showers – a virtually unparalleled luxury. Indeed, this base room could easily be classified as a junior suite at other hotels due to its size and layout!
The main bathroom is truly stunning, boasting dark marble-clad interiors that perfectly complement the expansive LED mirrors, creating a striking contrast.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room main bathroom
The bathroom features a double vanity, followed by a walk-in shower concealed behind a glass door to the right. The shower is equipped with both a rain shower and a handheld shower wand.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room dual vanity
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room dual vanity
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room shower & bathtub
Positioned directly beneath a window within the shower area is a luxurious bathtub, adding an extra touch of opulence to the space.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room bathtub
Additionally, there’s an expansive walk-in closet, with stunning weathered grey wooden walls, providing ample storage space.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room walk-in closet
The secondary bathroom is in keeping with the room’s luxurious design. While it’s quite a bit smaller, it’s still well-appointed.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room secondary bathroom
The Japanese-style toilets with automated covers is noteworthy – while not a standard across all Japanese hotels, the Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono certainly takes pride in offering this feature.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono – King Guest Room secondary bathroom toilet & vanity
Overall, the King Guest Room presents a meticulously designed space with a refined and sophisticated ambiance. It boasts ample room and an air of elegance, making it an ideal choice.
Indeed, one of the room’s greatest strengths is that it could comfortably accommodate families of four with ease, making sure both parents and children have their own distinct areas and