Like a finely prepared tray of sashimi, Club Med has perfected the formula for the perfect ‘all-inclusive’ luxury family holiday. That’s no surprise considering the popular resort operator has been hosting family ski holidays in northern Japan for nearly 40 years.
Club Med now has four premium ski resorts across Hokkaido, each offering subtle differences in style, accommodation and activities, but all delivering on the company’s signature luxury family travel style.
To help you find the right resort for you, we’ve compared each of Club Med’s properties and highlighted some of the key differences.
Tomamu Hokkaido
Covering over 145 hectares, Club Med’s Tomamu resort is the biggest of the four, offering a more modern Japanese twist compared to its siblings. From the central lobby, two wings extend in opposite directions, with suites and restaurants on one side and kids club, shops, lockers and access to chairlifts on the other.
A Master Superior room (two single beds, a king and
a fold out sofa) can comfortably fit five, with ample wardrobe space to hang your clothes. You won’t need to worry about storing your bulky ski gear in your room as you can keep these in a dedicated locker.
One of Tomamu’s unique features is access to the indoor beach club (featuring a wave pool), where the kids can splash when they’re not enjoying Kids Club or Pyjama Club (the evening version of Kids Club). Some of the resort’s must-try experiences include a Yakiniku BBQ, whiskey and sake tasting in the cosy Nest Bar, and visit to the nearby ice village.
Sahoro Hokkaido
Compared to Tomamu, Club Med Sahoro offers a more boutique experience, with just 177 rooms compared to Tomamu’s 341, giving families and couples a more intimate experience from the slopes to the guestroom.
Sahoro is heavily inspired by Japanese culture, with artwork and furniture inspired by the indigenous Ainu people. Guests can also choose to stay in rooms that feature traditional straw tamari beds, which kids will love. Like Tomamu, Sahoro also has a pool (but no waves).
On the slopes, Sahoro features 23 runs and more advanced runs compared to Tomamu. Typically, there is less than 400 people on the slopes at the same time, making it ideal for advanced skiers.
Kiroro Peak
Being closest to the coast and Siberia, Kiroro Peak is a snow sports paradise thanks to its robust 21 metres of average snowfall per year. It also has the longest season (160 days in total) compared to the other resorts. Despite this, Kiroro Peak remains something of a secret to Australian families.
Unlike Tomamu and Sahoro, Kiroro Peak is only for kids aged 12 and up, making it ideal for families with teenagers. Compared to its siblings, the rooms at Kiroro Peak tend to be smaller, with less luggage space, although you’ll still have access to your own gear locker. Rooms with tatami beds are available here too.
Kiroro Peak is 500 metres away from sister resort, Kiroro Grand, and guests can use the facilities at both. The resort is also close to the nearby fishing town Otaru, where you can catch a taxi to visit the fish markets, explore snow-dusted streets, slurp steaming ramen in tiny shops, and tour a sake brewery.
Kiroro Grand
If Kiroro Peak is for families with teenagers, then Kiroro Grand is for younger families, featuring facilities for kids aged two and above. Like its neighbour, Kiroro Grand enjoys premium snow and a longer season compared to elsewhere.
The resort’s younger focus is reflected in the resort’s offerings, which includes utilities for infants and a handful of different kid’s clubs aimed at kids aged two to 17. While there are three specialty restaurants offering Japanese cuisine, these offer kid-friendly menus and there is always the international restaurant available if the kids aren’t in the mood to eat Japanese.
Getting there
Flights
The nearest airport to all four Club Med resorts is New Chitose International Airport. Club Med Tomamu is also accessible from Tokachi-Obihiro Airport.
All Nippon Airways (ANA) fly from Melbourne via Sydney.
To see more of Japan on your trip, Qantas and Japan Airlines both fly regularly from Melbourne to New Chitose International Airport via an overnight stopover in Tokyo.
Or experience more of Asia by flying with Singapore Airlines and Scoot via Singapore and Taipei, Cathay Pacific via Hong Kong or Thai Airways via Bangkok.
Transport
Club Med offers family holiday packages that include flights and collective transfers, however the transfers only service certain flight arrivals.
Club Med Japan ski resort inclusions
Club Med specialises in all-inclusive holidays, which includes:
Room and mini bar.
Dining at all in-house restaurants, including speciality restaurants, where chefs prepare new meals every day.
An open bar serving barista-style coffee, soft drinks, signature cocktails, wines and beer. Charges may apply for more premium spirits and wines.
Kids Clubs for children aged 4 months to 17 years old, led by specialist early childhood educators and club leaders.
Ski equipment and locker. These are collected and waiting for you in your locker before you arrive, so you can hit the slopes immediately.
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