The Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen is a solid option for anyone heading to Appi Kogen Ski Resort. It’s close enough to the slopes that you can be on the lifts within minutes, which is perfect for making the most of a powder day. When I spent a season at Appi a few years ago, this was one of those places I walked by often, and it always seemed to have a great mix of energy and comfort.

One of the standout features has to be the onsen. After a long day on the mountain, soaking in the hot springs with views of the surrounding snow-covered landscape is the kind of thing that makes skiing in Japan extra special