Iwate Prefectural Forest Learning Center - 20 min drive
Shimokura Ski Area - 22 min drive
Toshichi Onsen - 40 min drive
Getting around
Akasakata Station - 3 min walk
Iwate-Numakunai Station - 30 min drive
Free local area shuttle
Free train station pickup
Free train station drop-off
Free ski shuttle
Free bus station shuttle
Restaurants
ふうせつ花 - 10 min drive
らんぷ - 17 min drive
レッドハウス
李朝苑 - 16 min walk
Terrace Cafe Brisa - 15 min walk
About this property
Life is Beautiful
Life is Beautiful features a free ski shuttle and puts you a short five-minute drive from Appi Kogen Ski Resort. Guests can indulge in massages, and Happy Life Cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden. Skiers will appreciate access to ski passes, storage and rentals.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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 staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Free train station shuttle from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM*
Free bus station shuttle
Off-site
Free area shuttle within 5 kilometres
Free ski shuttle
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Shared fridge
Travelling with children
Free local shuttle
What to do
Tennis lessons
Pool table
Mountain climbing nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Golf caddy on-site
Golf cart on-site
Ski equipment hire
Ski storage
Snow sports gear
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Adjacent to a golf course
15 outdoor tennis courts
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Wheelchair-width doorways
Ski
Free ski shuttle
Ski passes
Priority access to ski lifts
Ski storage
Ski hire
Downhill skiing nearby
Skiing lessons nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Room amenities
Be entertained
21-inch LCD TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Children's slippers
Window screens
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Memory-foam mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Heated floor (bathroom)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Hydromassage shower head
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Housekeeping (on request)
LED light bulbs
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Happy Life Cafe – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Time to Air – On-site bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1100 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Hot tub access is available for an extra charge of JPY 500 per night
Policies
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.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Does Life is Beautiful offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Life is Beautiful does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Life is Beautiful?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Life is Beautiful?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Life is Beautiful?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Life is Beautiful and nearby?
Have fun with winter activities such as skiing and in warmer months, improve your game at the on-site tennis courts. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Life is Beautiful?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Happy Life Cafe.
Does Life is Beautiful have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
What's the area around Life is Beautiful like?
Life is Beautiful is located by the river, a short 3-minute walk from Akasakata Station and 18 minutes' walk from Appi Kogen Ski Resort.
Life is Beautiful Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
10 Jan 2023
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.
Scott
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul 2022
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.
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Mar 2022
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb 2022
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.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jun 2018
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 May 2024
CHUAN YI
CHUAN YI, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
3 Jan 2024
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!