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Shakespeare Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Hakuba Valley Ski Area

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Mountain view
Interior
Front of property
Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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3020-682 Hokujo, Hakuba, Nagano-ken, 399-9301
  • Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Happo-one Adam Gondola
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, Annex Building | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Annex Building | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Hakuba

Echo Land stay.With a stay at this Echo Land hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Hakuba Valley Ski Area and 2 miles (3 km) of Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area. Happo-one Adam Gondola and Happo One Sakka Ski Lift are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Happo-one Adam Gondola - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Hakuba Iwatake Ski Resort - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Happo One Sakka Ski Lift - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hakuba Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪アンドマウンテン - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hakuba Taproom - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sounds Like Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪蕎麦酒房膳 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪深山成吉思汗 - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Shakespeare Hotel

3-star hotel near Hakuba Valley Ski Area
There are 7 restaurants on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Spa services, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Shakespeare Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Hakuba hotel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 7 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Shakespeare Hotel offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. 12-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. This Hakuba hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

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  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Microwave
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Jun 6 - Jun 7
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 7 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Games
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 12-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Shakespeare Hotel to the airport?

Shakespeare Hotel is 211 mi (251-min drive) away from the Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shakespeare Hotel?

As of Jun 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shakespeare Hotel on Jun 18, 2025 start from $135.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Shakespeare Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Shakespeare Hotel.

Does Shakespeare Hotel offer free breakfast?

Shakespeare Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Shakespeare Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Shakespeare Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Shakespeare Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Shakespeare Hotel have a pool?

Shakespeare Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Shakespeare Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 7 restaurants on site.

Does Shakespeare Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Shakespeare Hotel to downtown Hakuba?

Shakespeare Hotel is 1.1 mi away from Hokujo.

Shakespeare Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 82 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and staff friendliness was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Dated

Very old dated with limited amenities in the room. Old furnishings. Noisy. Comfortable bed and well heated. Very pricey for what you get.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I booked a stay here very last minute. For the price tag I was very underwhelmed, the carpet in the room has seen far better days and the bathroom was nothing more than the bare essentials. Everything was very outdated. This is the only hotel I have seen in Japan that didn’t have a bidet in the bathroom. The rooms are decently sized but a large amount of space is taken up by a weird array of furniture that isn’t super usable because of how much space they take up(ie the table in front of the couch that has to be moved outwards to use the couch comfortably, which then blocks the entrance and desk) The staff were very friendly and helpful though!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Maree

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Wai Chong

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Near eating place and bus stops to ski resort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Olivia and her team were very warm, welcoming and helpful. Shakespeare Hotel is very charming, has everything you need and it is located conveniently close to Base Camp where you catch the shuttle to the mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Tod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Well located in Echoland

I stayed for 3 days whilst my friends apartment had guests. The hotel staff were lovely, the room was small but clean and did what it needed. Location is very good. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Maverickluigi

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ji Ho

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matheus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

JEREMY

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

A good place for direct access to Hakuba

The Shakespeare is ideally situated for hitting the slopes and enjoying the local restaurants. Access to the buses at Hakuba base camp is a 1 minute walk across the street. There are a number of good restaurants nearby, but you should reserve early to get a seat. The Shakespeare can help, and they offer good recommendations on the area. We stayed in the annex building. The carpet in our room was stained and covered with a rug in one spot. There are a lot of early 20s tourists who come to party and hit the slopes, so I suspect the rooms get a lot of damage from this (drinking and snow gear). The beds were clean and comfortable and the heating was good. The included breakfast was good, it's provided by a couple who own a restaurant in the compound. They were really nice. They work pretty hard when there are a lot of guests eating, so it's best to come early or wait till the rush is over. The Shakespeare a good choice if you want easy access to Hakuba's main attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Hughes

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location, situated very close to the Hakuba Base Camp stop and in the middle of most restaurants. Bed was slightly uncomfortable, I think mainly because the mattress hung over the bed frame... Didn't eat breakfast at the hotel, can't comment there. Staff was super friendly, super helpful. Rooms were clean and big enough. Enjoyed the stay and would return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice staff, clean , helpful. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Shakespeare Hakuba

Great stay. The front desk had quick communication by email, spoke excellent English, and the shuttle service was excellent, even giving us a lift to the Onsen halfway through our stay. The location was as central as you can get in Echoland, right in the heart of the action and across the road from Hakuba Base Camp bus terminal. That being said, there is a bar out the front which was never an issue until Saturday night when there was a little bit of noise. The room was a decent size by Japanese standards, typical small basic bathroom but everything was clean. The bed was two singles or king singles pushed together, and we could feel the join in the middle. We had a mountain view room and the view to the mountains was beautiful. The building itself is very nice in an old English thatched roof style, and has food, massage and yoga facilities onsite, along with a well setup drying room. Side note about the area: Echoland has no ATM, the closest is in Happo about 15 minutes walk away. This is also where the closest slopes are, or short bus ride or taxi away. There are lots of places to eat but reservations are recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

Check in was easy, hotel is in a great location - close to lots of bars, restaurants and a central transport hub for the ski resorts!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well I owe the staff an apology. I left a not so great review because of the bed and pillows... The first night I did not sleep well because the mattress was way to hard for me. After I let the front desk know they told Olivia. She mostly manages the property. She went WAY above and beyond remedying the situation. She actually went and bought two pillows that were to the specifications I usually like AND she got a memory foam bed topper!!!!! Seriously amazing person and service. I feel like I’m a guest in her house. I also had a chance to explore the neighborhood and it has really great restaurants and stores close by. Another thing Olivia organized was a free car ride to a beautiful Onsen and pick up. I feel beyond pampered. At first the look of the hotel was a bit dated but the Aloha she gives and the homey atmosphere is really wonderful. I’m I’m lucky enough I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mr.West, Guam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close by everything, ( Bus stop, restaurant, shops and ski place )
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Many restaurants nearby the hotel but all are full in at night, we have to book it 1 day in advance to have seat. The hotel has only 1 staff in the morning, no elevator, check out early in the morning, so i have to carry my luggage from the 3rd to the lobby by myself.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good hotel

The Shakespeare Hotel is a good hotel with friendly, very helpful staff and close to several restaurants, bars and cafès. It was probably a little over priced for the condition of the hotel (or was when I stayed there in the high season - February - everywhere was expensive). The rooms are basic but there were stains on the carpets and furniture. If you are just there to ski or be outside in beautiful Hakuba and won’t be spending much time in your room, it’s a good, reasonably priced hotel compared to other hotels. The location is pretty far from the ski field. It’s about a 15-20 minute walk or there are hourly shuttles from he “base camp” which is very close by. There are restaurants, bars and cafès in the area which is convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019