Hotel Soyokaze

Takao and his wife are the greatest of all time 👍🏻 He made us feel very welcome with our 12 year old. He was also very thoughtful and helpful with our travel around Hakuba and our trip to Osaka. The private onsen at the hotel was amazing - great for after the slow. The location to the main bus stop is less than 1min to walk. Handy for accessing all the slopes in Hakuba.

Nothing. Loved everything about it.

Great location. Excellent free/private onsen at the property. Host was super nice. Cute breakfast.

We had the absolute delight of staying at Hotel Soyokaze for our snowboarding trip in January. Our earlier accomodation hosts in Nagano knew Takao and his wife personally and spoke so highly of them - they are incredibly hospitable and make the hotel so homely, you look forward to coming back at the end of each day! They cook a banging breakfast, but it is continental rather than a traditional Japanese fish and rice set (which we would have preferred) - I would recommend booking that in early as there are limited numbers. There is an amazing private onsen that opens into the courtyard (beautiful in the snow), a huge, warm fireplace to enjoy an Asahi around and a drying room downstairs for your gear. The location in Echoland is arguably the best you could ask for - it is central to all of the restaurants and shops and a shuttle to the slopes stops within 100m. I can’t emphasise how generous, hard working and kind both Takao and his wife are - they cared for my very minor snowboarding injury, picked us up/drove us to the bus station and around Hakuba village and always had time to sit down around the fire to have a chat. We will stay with them next time we visit Hakuba for sure!

Hotel Soyokaze felt like a home away from home. We loved everything about this hotel, especially Taka (owner) and his wife. Taka was so helpful and really made our stay so great. We really appreciate how Taka went above and beyond in helping us out with getting to and from the bus terminal, day passes for the resorts, and just being the most happy helpful host ever! The private onsen was amazing. The drying room with the laundry facilities was really great. The hotel decor felt so cosy and homely, we loved it and it was a nice change from the modern hotels. Everything was so clean and well looked after. We had everything we needed in our spacious room. Thanks again for everything Taka!

Nothing! Everything was perfect.

The hosting couple were incredibly lovely and accommodating to us during our stay. Takao picked us up from the train station when we arrived and also dropped us off when it was time for us to leave. The room had its own bathroom, mini fridge, desk, coffee table, couch and plenty of space for luggage. There was also a storage room for snowboards and a laundry which you could pay 100 yen to use each time. Very generous price in my opinion and we were happy we had easy access to washing machines and dryers. The hotel also has its own private onsen which was incredible! We used it everyday after snowboarding. A perfect location too right in the heart of Echoland with bus stops and a wide range of restaurants surrounding. Would definitely stay there again.

The host is very friendly and welcoming. The hotel is very clean. And the outdoor onsen is superb.

Clean, Takao is super friendly and helpful, private onsen is awesome.

Excellent breakfast

My stay at Hotel Soyokaze was truly wonderful! Located in Echoland, the hotel is surrounded by restaurants, bars, and a convenience store, making it super convenient. Plus, the free shuttle bus to Hakuba’s top ski resorts is just a 1-minute walk away (some stops are about 3 minutes), making it incredibly easy to hit the slopes. One of the best surprises was the room—it looked even better than in the photos! Clean, cozy, spacious room, and well-maintained, it was a perfect retreat after a long day in the snow. The private onsen was another highlight, which you can book at your preferred time—a perfect way to relax after a long day in the snow. They also offer discounted ski lift passes, which is a great bonus for skiers and snowboarders. But what really made my stay exceptional was Taka’s hospitality. He was incredibly kind, helpful, and attentive, making sure everything was smooth from start to finish. His pick-up and drop-off service was a lifesaver, and he even helped carry my heavy luggage to my room and onto the car—something that not every hotel would do. His warm and welcoming nature truly made me feel at home, and his dedication to making guests comfortable is beyond impressive. If you're looking for a hotel with great location, excellent facilities, and outstanding hospitality, Hotel Soyokaze is the perfect choice. I would absolutely stay here again!