Hakuba Skala Inn

The staff are very helpful and their service exceeded expectations! Breakfast had a good variety and a different daily hot dish. Plus, hotel is located walking distance from the food street in Echoland and very near the shuttle bus stop.

Minor inconvenience: Hot water pressure is inconsistent except in the basement (where the shared bath is).

A beautiful, traditional family run inn. Thank you to our hosts who were incredibly helpful and have made this an amazing place to stay. Delicious homemade breakfasts every day. In a quiet part of town but with a bus stop just next door. Bedrooms were cosy and comfortable. The onsen was great after a long day skiing, and it was so nice to have the lounge area to relax in during the evening.

The owner and all the workers go above and beyond for you

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Location, Hospitality

If I could give Skala Inn 100 stars, I absolutely would! This is, without a doubt, the most incredible place I have ever stayed. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with such warmth and kindness by the staff, instantly making us feel at home. Our room was spotless, incredibly comfortable, and the bed was wonderfully spacious—perfect for a restful night after a day of adventure. The bar and lounge area was a dream, with cozy couches and a heavenly massage chair that we appreciated so much after a long day. Enjoying a beer or a glass of their homemade plum wine after unwinding in the onsen after a big day at the snow was pure bliss. Breakfast was an absolute delight, with a delicious variety that changed daily. The freshly baked in-house pastries were the perfect finishing touch—such a treat! The location couldn't be better, right by the free shuttle to the resorts and within walking distance of fantastic restaurants. But what truly sets Skala Inn apart is the incredible hospitality of the family who runs it. Their warmth, generosity, and genuine care for their guests make this place so special. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and we felt completely at home. Saying goodbye was truly difficult, but there is no doubt—we will definitely be returning!

My husband and I loved our stay at Skala Inn. The owners and the entire staff were wonderful and go out of their way to make your stay worth it. The breakfast is lovely, there are 3 shuttle buses for the ski lifts all within a 5 min walk from the Inn. And plenty of restaurants and bars within a 15 minute walk. The hospitality was top notch and we would stay here again for sure!

We liked everything!

Everything was great! The couple that owns it is incredible, they go above and beyond to make the stay nice. They were always around to help and make recommendations! We will definitely be staying again when we return to Hakuba!

From the moment we were picked up from the bus station, to the time we were dropped back off our stay was incredible. The family run inn was the perfect mix of a traditional Japanese stay and modern comfort. The other guests mingled well - there were no kids, and was all adult guests. The morning breakfasts were so fresh and delicious. The bus stop to the ski resorts were just a few seconds walk, and about a 8 min walk to restaurant row. I would absolutely stay here again.

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We had a lovely time at Skala Inn, the owners were so lovely and accomodating. Great location to the shuttle bus for skiing. Delicious breakfast everything morning! We will be back next year

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Absolutely lovely and very accommodating staff. Made us feel extremely welcome. Room was very clean and comfortable facilities. Breakfast was good and three train/bus station transfers to choose from each morning

Location was a little bit out of the way in echoland. Relatively close to bars/shops