The Bohemians' Shelter

The team was extremely hospitable. From arranging pick ups from check-in day/check-out day to daily visits to different fields by dropping us to the nearest bus stops. He also checked on us from time to time if everything was okay. As we chose a shared dorm, we were prepared for certain inconvenience, however, we were also fortunate that the people living in the shared dorm were real friendly and considerate, we even went skiing together. There was also a common room where guests were able to chill together. its not surprising why bohemians' shelter has an extremely high rating with repeated guests. the meals prepared by bianca & liam were great too!

From the moment we arrived Gas (the Host) looked after us. He was very organised and a great communicator. He also has a wealth of knowledge that he was more than happy to share guiding us on everything from bus times, where to rent equipment, supermakret locations, etc. We were a large group of 7 (4 adults & 3 children) occupying a private Triple room and 2 x private double rooms. The space was comfortable, spacious and warm. The kitchen was well equipped and there were additional services (at a small fee) that made the trip very convenient such as cooked dinners, laundry and even beer on tap! The meals were excellent (compliments to the chefs Bianca and Liam) and the shared areas were cozy. Breakfast consisted of cereal, toast, juice, tea and coffee - functional and met expectations. The transport to and from the snow fields was very convenient. Gas has a well organised booking system which is included in the price. Restaurant and Onsen reccomendations from Gas were excellent. Overall we had a wonderful week at the Bohemian's Shelter. Gas and his team could not do enough to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Thank you Gas, Bianca, Liam and Elena for being wonderful hosts and making our first trip to Hakuba very memmorable.

Nothing! It was perfect.

The room and the public spaces were always neat. The staff are pleasant and very accommodating. The general vibe was exceptional, including amongst other guests. I’m a solo female traveler and stayed in the mixed dormitory but I had 0 discomfort. The host runs several shuttles in the mornings to drop off patrons in the morning, so we can then take the town shuttle to get to different ski resorts etc, as well as evening shuttles to pick you up from town and take you back to the guesthouse.

First time skiing in Hakuba, first time in Japan ... I chose 'Bohemians' simply because of the good reviews – I had no idea where it was or how convenient it would be for our stay. I was travelling with the family and had so many questions, but Gas answered them all very patiently. He runs an amazing hostel/guest house and went out of his way to accommodate us. I loved the diverse mix of people who were there at the same time as us – breakfast and dinner times were in particular really social and there was a lovely communal vibe.

This was the best possible experience I could’ve had in a hostel. The staff were so incredibly helpful and kind, going out of their way to look out for me when they really had no obligation to. My stay really warmed my heart and I would come back in a heartbeat. The owner, Gaspard, and staff have built such a warm and hospitable environment that makes staying here feel so relaxed and positive. And while the vibe is very laid back, the place is extremely organised and well run. The free breakfasts were filling and energy dense; and the dinners provided were delicious and reasonably priced. The hostel also had a distinctly social vibe, with lots of chatter and card games during and after dinner. While the place is a little out of the way of the town, Gas runs regular shuttles to and from the hostel which make it super easy to get around the town.

Gas is a very accommodating and hospitable host. My stay with his place made my trip so much better than I expected it to be. The place is located in a very nice spot in the mountains with very good views. The staff were very nice and they provide really great meals for a very reasonable price. The vibe in the house is very friendly. It's my first time staying in this kind of accommodation and I really loved it. It's really nice to meet lots of people from different places and share stories and conversations with them. I travelled solo so I was also snowboarding alone during my trip, and it was really nice to have people to share your experiences in the mountains for that day, and hear their experiences as well. They also offer shuttle pick up/drop off for free in specific times, and if you want to request for a special pick up/drop off, Gas is willing to arrange it as long as it is within his set schedule, which helped me a lot since I made some miscalculations when I was preparing for my trip. Will definitely recommend this place and will definitely be the first option I will look for if I ever have the chance to come back to Hakuba in the future.

Was an amazing house with a traditional japanese interior. The staff (Gas and team) were super helpful and accommodating and went well out of their way to make our stay as nice as possible. Multiple shuttles from the house to bus station/resorts. And meals that they offered were also fantastic. Highly recommend, and thanks for an amazing experience Gas!

Little out of the way from bars/restaurants but didnt really matter because the staff did grocery/town runs!

The atmosphere and the service provided by the staff were both extraordinary. Without this, our stay in Hakuba wouldn’t have been so nice. Gaz, Liam and Bianca really made us - a family of five - feel at home.

Nothing. The Bohemians’ Shelter is a special place hosting very pleasant and easy-going people

I recently stayed at a guest house where Gas and the team were incredibly welcoming and helpful. Their local knowledge was impressive, making my stay even more enjoyable. The atmosphere was social, allowing me to meet a number of great people while still feeling relaxed. Gas provided shuttles to different slopes in the mornings, which was a huge plus. The family dinners were a wonderful way to connect with other like-minded travelers. Everything was clean and spacious, making it a perfect place to unwind. Highly recommend!