Xplore by Active Life | Hotel in Iiyama

| 7.4 (71 Reviews) |  8 Bathrooms  26 Guests
Madarao Mountain Resort Hotel | Xplore by Active Life

Hotel in Madarao Mountain Resort, Iiyama

Located 16 miles from Ryuoo Ski Park, Xplore by Active Life offers 3-star accommodations in Iiyama and has a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar. 19 miles from Jigokudani Monkey Park and 20 miles from Suzaka Zoo, the hotel provides ski storage space. The hotel has a hot spring bath and luggage storage space. Featuring a private bathroom with free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also have free WiFi, while some have a mountain view. All rooms in Xplore by Active Life are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Breakfast is available, and includes à la carte, continental and vegetarian options. The area is popular for skiing, and ski equipment rental is available at the accommodation. Zenkoji Temple is 20 miles from Xplore by Active Life, while Nagano Station is 21 miles from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 68 miles away.

Xplore by Active Life is located in Iiyama.

This 76 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Entertainment, Hot Tub, TV, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 71 reviews with the average score of 7.4 . Coming to Iiyama and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 76 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this Hotala.co.za place in Iiyama. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Xplore by Active Life in Iiyama is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Xplore by Active Life”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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1101-155 Tarumoto, Iiyama, 389-2261, Japan

Amenities

TV
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Skiing
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Activities
  • Game room
  • Hot spring bath
  • Public Bath
  • Skiing
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Heating
  • Wifi in all areas
Guest Services
  • Laundry
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storage
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Skiing
  • Ski school
  • Ski rental on site
  • Ski storage

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.69
Location:
9.07
Staff:
9.35
Facilities:
7.31
Comfort:
8.24
Cleanliness:
8.15
Rhett
Apr 13, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   5
Australia
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Explore Active life is in a good location, it offers good dining & breakfast. Make sure if you book a room its the Japanese rooms, not the double rooms (they are so small & tight with absolutely no hanging space of space at all for that matter)
Negative: I have stayed at different Active Life hotels in Madarao many times over the past decade, {The Original Active life opposite the Burger place, Hakken which they have sold, and Explore twice). Sorry to say but it seems to me that the owners are not interested in spending money which could make these places much more enjoyable with greater service & facilities. For instance 8 years ago the original Active Life has the main entry covered with a wall of snow so access is down & up the hill via a side entry. It was still covered this year, there could be a valid reason but keeping your main entry clear so guests don't have a treacherous walk up a hill would be a good thing. Active life Explore had some lifts that were broken when they acquired the property in 2024, the solution has been to cover them up with artwork so stairs are the only option. There is an access to the ski fields below the property, that used to provide direct ski out to the slopes, you now have a 200mtr uphill/downhill walk to & from the ski field, with a little effort it would not be hard to make this operational. They have a great bar/lounge area which i really enjoyed in 2024 where they played extreme ski/snowboard footage on a big screen, it was a great place to unwind, relax, & meet fellow guests. However this 2025 ski season the young bar operator seemed more intent on playing his own personal music preference at such a deafening volume that you could not hear yourself talk, hence every night the bar was empty. In all Active Life's with the exception of Hakken, the owner seems to have a preference for employing young travellers whose main focus is on their own holiday rather than providing professional customer service for guests (who pay hard earned dollars).
Summary: Would choose not stay at any Active life again unless they commit to improvements for paying guests
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Western-Style Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Western-Style Room with Private Bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Bathtub or shower, Bidet, Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Bathtub, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet, Bathrobe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

General

Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access

View

Mountain view, View

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Japanese-Style Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Japanese-Style Room with Private Bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Bathtub, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet, Bathrobe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa

General

Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access

View

Mountain view, View

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Room Amenities

Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring), Sofa bed, Socket near the bed
Twin Room with Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 16 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Twin Room with Bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Bathtub or shower, Bidet, Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Bathtub, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet, Bathrobe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

General

Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access

View

Mountain view, View

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 50 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Sofa bed Bed
Family Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Bathtub, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet, Bathrobe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa

General

Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access

View

Mountain view, View

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Room Amenities

Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring), Sofa bed, Socket near the bed
Standard Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 16 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Bathtub or shower, Bidet, Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Bathtub, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet, Bathrobe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

General

Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access

View

Mountain view, View

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Standard Queen Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Standard Queen Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Bathtub or shower, Bidet, Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Bathtub, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet, Bathrobe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

General

Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access

View

Mountain view, View

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Deluxe Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Bathtub, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet, Bathrobe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa

General

Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access

View

Mountain view, View

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Room Amenities

Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring), Sofa bed, Socket near the bed
Small Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Shower, Hairdryer, Towels, Shampoo, Body soap, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Bathrobe

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

Living Area

Sitting area

General

Heating, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Key access

View

Mountain view, View

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

FAQ's

Is this Xplore by Active Life pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Xplore by Active Life?

Check-in time for Xplore by Active Life starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Xplore by Active Life have a swimming pool?

No, this Xplore by Active Life does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Xplore by Active Life?

Best-rates for the Xplore by Active Life starts from $166 per night with includes Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Guest Services, Entertainment, Hot Tub, TV, Sports/Activities, Bar, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry, Security/Safety, Skiing with all other facilities. Hotala.co.za matches every traveler with their perfect hotel, resort, or rental and whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Xplore by Active Life a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Xplore by Active Life wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Xplore by Active Life has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Xplore by Active Life?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Xplore by Active Life indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Xplore by Active Life?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Xplore by Active Life are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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