Risonare Tomamu review – Hoshino Resorts Tomamu ski hotel accommodation

The Hoshino Resorts Tomamu Risonare hotel is the ultimate in ski resort family comfort and luxury in Japan – take a look around our beautiful hotel suite…

The twin towers of the Risonare hotel, Tomamu, Japan

Your accommodation choice can often be the key to a happy and successful family holiday. During our family holiday in Tomamu we stayed at the luxurious Hoshino Resorts Risonare hotel and found that it is perfect choice for families.

The best Tomamu hotel location

The Risonare hotel is distinguished by its two elegant towers rising out of beautiful Japanese forest. It’s elevated position means that it has commanding views across the entire Tomamu ski resort.

A ski in – ski out hotel, the Risonare offers direct access to an easy ski run leading down to the chair lifts at the base of the mountain. This makes it the perfect ski resort accommodation base in Tomamu.

The Risonare is a ski in- ski out hotel

From the moment you enter Risonare, you feel welcome. We were guided by bowing staff members from the moment we stepped off our coach, and our bags were whisked away to our room straight away. There’s no standing around waiting at the hotel reception desk here either – guests are seated comfortably by the cosy fireplace whilst staff come to you to check you in.

A beautiful scent fills the air – it is the signature Risonare scent. You can even buy a bottle to take home with you, to remind you of your stay. Staying at the Risonare hotel is indeed a beautiful experience.

The Risonare suites

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Hoshino Resorts Risonare suites are large and luxurious

The Risonare hotel layout is just four suites per floor, which are serviced by hotel staff daily.

Each suite is very large, measuring a minimum of 100 square metres, and is ultra-modern, and elegantly furnished throughout. Climate control keeps the suite at a comfortable temperature, regardless of the often freezing temperatures outside during winter. There are large picture-windows to take advantage of the sweeping views of both the ski resort below, and the surrounding mountains. 

The spacious floor plan includes a large living room, complete with lounges and armchairs. Both parents and children have plenty of room to spread out for a comfortable stay.

The living room also features a television, a safe, and a tea and coffee station.

The bedrooms have large, comfortable beds made up with fine linen

The bedrooms are accessed via a hallway, and have large, comfortable beds made up with fine linen. There are power points and light switches beside each bedhead – very handy for checking or charging your phone or laptop last thing at night!  There is also a stylish dressing table with mirror and drawers, plus a large storage wardrobe in the hallway.

The bathroom has everything you’ll need

The bathroom is large, and well equipped with everything you could possibly need. There are twin vanities with mirrors, and in the generously-sized shower you’ll find shampoo and conditioner pump dispensers. There’s also a wood-lined sauna, plus a step-in spa bath.

The spa bath in our suite was a gorgeous feature, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views. The bathroom also has a hair dryer and a good range of complimentary accessories, including disposable toothbrushes and hair brushes. 

There is a toilet with electronic bidet, plus another vanity located in a separate bathroom across the hall.

The views from the spa bath were stunning

Mamarakusa – a suite choice for parents of babies and toddlers

Families with babies and toddlers will love the Mamarakuda Suites in particular. It features a substantial wooden cot and large wooden toys for toddlers – you must even remove your shoes before entering . Limited numbers of Mamarakuda are available, and so require booking by name, in advance. 

Risonare hotel services

The Risonare reception area lounge is a cosy spot to relax

The Risonare hotel offers a range of excellent on-site services. The ground floor links the two accommodation towers, and houses a variety of convenient guest services. These include the centrally located reception area, adjoining log-fire lounge area, and a souvenir shop.

Tomamu ski hire shop onsite

You can ski right up to the Risonare entrance

Designed to work seamlessly with the ski fields the Risonare also has its own ski hire shop to supply all your skiing and snow needs, plus a large ski locker room. There is also a convenient ski valet area to leave your skis in near the ski-run exit door.

Risonare restaurants

Have a beautiful breakfast in the Risonare Platinum restaurant

Breakfast or dining at the Risonare is a very enjoyable experience thanks to the beautiful Platinum breakfast restaurant and the Wagyu and seafood Shabu Shabu dining restaurants. Both offer excellent food, service, and stunning views with every meal.

A delicious breakfast with a stunning view

A system of enclosed walkways also conveniently link the Risonare with the large buffet Nininupuri Forest Restaurant and the Hotalu Street restaurant precinct. The walkways continue all the way down to The Tower and ski lift areas.

For more on family restaurants near the Risonare, read our Best Tomamu Family Restaurants blog here.

The Risonare Book Café

The Book Cafe is also located on the ground floor and is a free facility for guests. There you can serve yourself a hot drink, juice or water. This is a very convenient place for a quick break off the ski slopes, or an evening coffee as you read a book or chat.

The Risonare Book Cafe is perfect for a ski-break

Children’s Indoor Play Area

Perfect for parents with toddlers and small children, opposite the Book Café you’ll find a large a glassed-in indoor play area complete with a fun wooden climbing structure. Shoes must be removed before entrance to this picturesque play area.

The glassed-in indoor play area has a fun wooden climbing structure

Do I need to bring anything for our Tomamu hotel stay?

Before you leave home, you’ll need to purchase a Japanese electricity adaptor plug. This is to convert the plugs of any electric accessories or device chargers (such as phones and cameras) that you bring with you from Australia – or any other country outside of Japan. Japanese adaptor plugs to suit are readily available at most international airports in your country of origin.

To plan your own Hoshino Resorts Risonare stay, book your accommodation or find out more please go to the official website here.

Are you thinking about visiting Japan on a family ski or snowboard holiday, or have you already visited? Tell us in the comments below…

*All information and prices are correct as at March 2019 – please check the official website link above for relevant, up to date information.

Let’s go Mum were hosted guests of Hoshino Resorts Tomamu Risonare, however all opinions remain firmly our own.