Stays near Gala Yuzawa

Bullet-train pow with city-trip convenience

Gala Yuzawa's vibe: upbeat day-trip hub - based in Niigata with 11 lifts.

For the easiest mornings, stay close to the main base lift; for better value, zoom out and compare nearby areas on the map.

Extra tip: more listings sometimes show up using the Japanese name: 湯沢.

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