Ski vacations in foreign countries are terrific, but sometimes after an epic day on the slopes all you want to do is retreat to a place that feels just like home. Although it might seem odd to travel across the world only to stay in a place that reminds you of home, it’s the little things that make it possible to truly relax. Don’t worry, we get it!
If this sounds like your style of holiday, Address Nozawa is the perfect place to stay. Featuring a laundry room, kids room, good coffee, TV with English language channels, Wi-Fi in your room and your own kitchen with milk in the fridge, this place has everything you need. Oh, and let’s not forget – the beds are incredibly comfy – a must for skiers!
The beauty of this place is that you can have all your creature comforts, but in an authentic village such as Nozawa Onsen. Address Nozawa is located right in the heart of this authentic Japanese Village, and only a short walk from the slopes. So you can enjoy all the excitement that comes from visiting a different country, but then come back to sleep in a place that feels familiar and is comfortable.
Address Nozawa consists of just 13 serviced apartments, ranging from standard studios (with a kitchen) through to the ‘Grand Suite’ that, at 82msq, can sleep up to six people.
The furnishings are modern and simple, and there’s a vibrant, generous use of colour throughout. (Not surprisingly, the design concept for the hotel was all about colour). There are Japanese influences here and there, and some rooms have tatami mats. It all adds up to a style that’s kind of a cross between Scandinavian and Japanese.
All rooms at Address Nozawa have a kitchen area with a fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle, rice cooker and Nespresso machine. Breakfast supplies (including yummy Japanese bread, jam, butter, milk and coffee) are replenished daily – which is a nice touch.
Our only real gripe is that the kitchen and dining area takes up space that could have been used to create a comfortable living space. Since Nozawa Onsen has so many great (and fairly cheap) restaurants all within a few steps of the hotel – you probably won’t be eating in very much anyway.
That said, there is so much that Address Nozawa does offer that it’s a definite ‘tick’ in our books.
