Starwood’s newest brand, Tribute Portfolio, announced the debut of its tenth property in Asia Pacific with the opening of The Kiroro, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Hokkaido. Located in one of the world’s best powder skiing destinations, the 282-room hotel, owned by Kiroro Resort Holdings Co., Ltd is situated at the base of The Kiroro Resort with access to a number of trails and winter activities.
The hotel will undergo expansive renovation of its public spaces and guest rooms at the end of the current ski season, completing its refresh by September 2016.
The Kiroro, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Hokkaido features 282 spacious and stylish guest rooms and suites, as well as prime access to the ski resort mountain. In addition to a wide number of nearby dining options, the hotel features four different restaurant and bar destinations where guests can savor a variety of international cuisines, from authentic Italian dishes at the hotel’s signature restaurant, to casual buffet and a la carte dining at the hotel's cafe. The hotel also boasts over 15,000 square feet of function space, including a grand ballroom and four meeting rooms.
Situated in the heart of the Kiroro mountain resort area, The Kiroro, Hokkaido is only a few minutes away from the Sheraton Hokkaido Kiroro Resort, approximately 90 minutes from New Chitose Airport, the largest airport in Hokkaido, and a 40 minute ride from the city of Otaru via a free shuttle service. Known for its superb powder skiing with 21 well-groomed trails suitable for all levels, the Kiroro Resort features mogul courses, a children’s snow park, a ski academy, snow shoe tours and snow cat tours. The Kiroro Resort also boasts modern facilities, relatively uncrowded pistes and a wealth of year-round amenities, including hot springs and a gaming center.
