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Life is Beautiful

3.0 star property
Ski bed & breakfast with a free shuttle to the slopes
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Life is Beautiful

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Exterior
Property entrance
Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated
Lobby
Property grounds

Overview of Life is Beautiful

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
The price is AU$111
Price available on 1/5/2024

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Appikogen 605-126, Hachimantai, Iwate, 028-7306
  • Popular LocationAkasakata Station3 min walk
  • Popular Location安比の、クレープ屋さん。4 min walk
  • Popular Locationザイラーレストラン4 min walk
  • Popular Location焼肉レストラン 李香11 min walk
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Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Hachimantai

Located in Hachimantai, Life is Beautiful is next to a golf course and on the riverwalk. Appi Kogen Ski Resort and Shimokura Ski Area are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matsuo Hachimantai Visitor Center and Kamibo Makino Cherry Tree. Fudo Waterfall and Iwate Prefectural Forest Learning Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing.
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What's nearby

  • Appi Kogen Ski Resort - 18 min walk
  • Iwate Prefectural Forest Learning Center - 20 min drive
  • Hachimantai Aspie Terrain Observatory - 31 min drive
  • Hachimantai Dragon Eye - 34 min drive
  • Toshichi Onsen - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Akasakata Station - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ふうせつ花 - 10 min drive
  • らんぷ - 17 min drive
  • レッドハウス - 4 min drive
  • 李朝苑 - 13 min walk
  • Terrace Cafe Brisa - 15 min walk

About this property

Life is Beautiful

Bed & breakfast rejuvenated in 2019 and located near Appi Kogen Ski Resort
Located close to Matsuo Hachimantai Visitor Center and Fudo Waterfall, Life is Beautiful provides 36 holes of golf, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this bed & breakfast, which offers a free ski shuttle, ski lift privileges and skiing privileges. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, Happy Life Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, continental breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle
  • 15 outdoor tennis courts, concierge services and snow sports gear
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and dressing gowns.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and hydromassage showers
  • 21-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and fridges

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 kilometres
  • Area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7 AM–9 AM for a fee: JPY 1,100 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Happy Life Cafe
  • Time to Air

Things to do

  • 15 outdoor tennis courts
  • 36 holes of golf
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - April 2019
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 21-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately JPY 1100 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Spa tub fee: JPY 500 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Life is Beautiful Motel Hachimantai
Life is Beautiful Hachimantai
Life is Beautiful B&B Hachimantai
Life is Beautiful Hachimantai
Life is Beautiful Bed & breakfast
Life is Beautiful Bed & breakfast Hachimantai

Frequently asked questions

Is Life is Beautiful pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Life is Beautiful?

As of 18 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life is Beautiful on 1 May 2024 start from AU$110.50, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Life is Beautiful?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Life is Beautiful?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Life is Beautiful?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Life is Beautiful located?

Located near the slopes, this Hachimantai bed & breakfast is in the mountains, within 9 mi (15 km) of Appi Kogen Ski Resort and Matsuo Hachimantai Visitor Center, and close to winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and skiing lessons. Kamibo Makino Cherry Tree and Fudo Waterfall are also within 12 mi (20 km). Akasakata Station is only a 3-minute walk.

Life is Beautiful Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was excellent room was satisfactory, parking was super convenient and access to the ski area is quick with a car. I wish there was more space to hang clothing and brighter lighting in the rooms as well as common areas.

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Life Is Beeeautiful
We had a very relaxed weekend at Life Is Beautiful. It was an excellent change of pace from camping/hiking, was definitely needed. We just so happened to find the perfect place for it. The room was two twins with its own bathroom and refrigerator. It was very clean and the beds were comfortable. We opted for the Breakfast and Dinner which we do not regret as the meals were delicious. The owners and staff were all extremely friendly and understanding especially with our skoshi Japanese speaking abilities. We would definitely recommend and would indeed stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience here! I chose to stay here because it was close to Appi and was priced better than any of the surrounding hotels and came with dinner and breakfast. I highly recommend paying the little extra for the meals. They were fantastic. Just what I needed after a long day. The rooms are quite cozy and the beds are very also comfortable. I plan on staying here next time I go to Appi Kogen.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

4/10 Poor

Lai Ping Stella

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Too small room to stay!
Our purpose for this trip was for ski and we stayed 8 days at Life is beautiful. The room is very small with a small toilet and very small sink where we can only sit on the edge of tub to brush teeth & wash face and our body was all wet! The owner of this hostel provided 8 sets of towel & teeth brush in the room at one time. Everyday we are having the same breakfast without any changed. I will not recommend you to stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023