5 Best Ryokans In Hakuba, Japan - Updated 2024

Mary
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Hakuba is nestled within the breathtaking Northern Alps of Nagano Prefecture. It features impressive natural landscapes and world-class winter sports facilities. This village became even more popular after hosting the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics.

This place boasts several must-visit sites for ski enthusiasts, including Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park and Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort & Snow Field. After challenging yourself on the white snow for days, you can enjoy a view of the Himekawa River by strolling along Oide Park. Also, take your chance to visit the famous snow monkeys in Hakuba Valley and watch them peacefully bathing in the hot springs. Make your trip even more relaxing by staying at a traditional Japanese accommodation. Check out this list of the best ryokans in Hakuba, Japan, for excellent options.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 03, 2024.

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1. Schole Hakuba (from USD 137)

Schole Hakuba offers various types of accommodation, including Japanese- and Western-style guest rooms. It also features excellent facilities, including a public and open-air bath with separate sections for men and women. If you’re visiting as a group and want a little privacy while bathing, you can book a private family bath for an additional fee of 1,050 JPY (7.22 USD) per hour. A separate sauna is also available! Additionally, the property provides a karaoke room and a banquet hall for added entertainment.

Other essentials, such as vending machines and laundry facilities, are also available on the premises.

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Schole Hakuba

7.9 User Rating Wifi Available

Address: Hokujo 12024
7.44 km (4.7 mi) from Roadside Station Hakuba

Parking Sauna Non-smoking rooms Skiing Family rooms Free parking Internet services Lift

2. Hostel Furuya (旅館FURUYA) (from USD 86)

This ryokan guarantees a hassle-free experience by providing rooms with an internet connection and air conditioning. It offers many Japanese-style units with futon beds and one Western-style accommodation. Staying here is also ideal for those planning an extended stay, as two washing machines are available. Enjoy tasty dishes on-site, and sip on the complimentary coffee provided here.

The property features an exclusive archery field with two spacious shooting ranges, providing guests with entertainment options during their stay.

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旅館FURUYA

7.8 User Rating Wifi Available

Address: 白馬村北城5080
5.37 km (3.4 mi) from Roadside Station Hakuba

Parking Skiing Free parking Internet services Safety deposit box Heating Luggage storage WiFi Available

3. Oomukou Ryokan (from USD 54)

Oomukou Ryokan offers spacious rooms that are ideal for couples and small groups. Each room has a comfortable yukata, a traditional lightweight robe, and a tea set for added convenience. To experience the authentic culture, book Japanese-style rooms with futon beds and tatami mats.

The property serves culinary delights, including excellent Japanese cuisine, made using fresh ingredients grown and harvested in Hakuba. If you feel too cold or experience muscle pains after trying out winter sports, you can head directly to Happo Onsen, one of the country’s leading hot springs with high alkaline properties.

Stayed at this property?

Oomukou Ryokan

8.6 User Rating Wifi Available

Address: Hokujo 5222
5.26 km (3.3 mi) from Roadside Station Hakuba

Parking Non-smoking rooms Laundry Skiing Family rooms Free parking Internet services Heating

4. Ichinokurasou

Look no further if you’re seeking an affordable vacation in Hakuba. Book a room at Ichinokurasou to take advantage of great deals on accommodation. This property offers only Japanese-style rooms with tatami mats to give guests a memorable experience. A shared bathroom is available to all guests, equipped with a toilet and shower featuring naturally sourced water.

Those visiting during the early spring to summer season can expect excellent seasonal delicacies served on-site. Moreover, if you’re arriving by car, note that free parking is available on the premises.

Ichinokurasou also offers a training camp package for group travelers, including accommodation, meals using homegrown vegetables, and a barbecue feast on the last day.

Stayed at this property?

Ichinokurasou

8.8 User Rating Wifi Available

Address: Hokujo 23930
2.96 km (1.9 mi) from Roadside Station Hakuba

Parking Restaurant Garden Fishing Skiing Family rooms Free parking Internet services

5. Bergtour Marukita (from USD 122)

If you want to experience authentic Japanese-style living, book a stay at Bergtour Marukita. It takes pride in its traditional accommodations with tatami flooring and futon beds, equipped with modern appliances such as TVs and air purifiers. Otherwise, you can choose one of the few Western-style units available here.

Guests can also indulge in a revitalizing soak in the public open-air and indoor baths, which have anti-aging effects and alleviate muscle pain.

Stayed at this property?

Bergtour Marukita

Wifi Available

Address: Hokujo 4995
5.49 km (3.5 mi) from Roadside Station Hakuba

Parking Sauna Non-smoking rooms Laundry Skiing Family rooms Free parking Internet services

Experience a unique stay in a ryokan

As a winter destination, there’s no better place to stay in Hakuba than inside a ryokan, which offers traditional facilities to keep you warm during the coldest seasons in the village. So, don’t hesitate to choose any of the ryokans listed above for your next visit to Hakuba.

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An onsen with a view from above the clouds and pure water Hakuba Yari Onsen Nagano

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