Nagano

Blue Dragon Hakuba, is an exciting Australian-owned & operated art~hotel in a fantastic location.

Blending contemporary Japanese design with western service and facilities, Blue Dragon Hakuba delivers a fusion east meets west experience.

Whether its on the mountain, dining out, or finding that great photo-opportunity, Blue Dragon Hakuba keeps you one step ahead of the usual tourist trail.

Blue Dragon Hakuba is an easy 5 min walk from the main apre area of Echoland, and has spectacular views across the rice fields and mountains of Hakuba.

Ski shuttles servicing all main ski areas go past the front door, and the closest ski resorts are Happo One, Hakuba 47, Iwatake, and Goryu.

There is a 7-Eleven nearby (with an ATM that handles international cards), and a host of great dining and drinking options are within easy walking distance.

Room rate includes café-style western breakfast including a hot selection; concierge service for dining out, ski & snowboard lessons, and local sightseeing; first tracks ‘pick of the day’ guest shuttle; Hakuba orientation tour.

Each of our 8 fusion style rooms features:
- spectacular mountain views;
- timber floors with underfloor heating;
- en-suite bathroom with western toilet, hairdryer & toiletries;
- digital entertainment console;
- yukata bathrobes;
- Swedish doonas with quality white cotton bed linen

Six well appointed chalets sleeping up to eight guests in a combination of western and Japanese style accommodation. All boasting lounge area and cooking facilities and also just minutes walk to bars and restaurants in the Echoland Nightlife district these chalets are excellent for extended stays.

Our small hotel Grove Inn Skala is located in the center of
Japan's main island, in Hakuba village in Nagano prefecture.

Many people already know about Hakuba,
as it was the sight of the 1998 Winter Olympic events:
Giant Slalom, Downhill,Nordic Combined,
Cross-country and Jumping.

The Jumping Stadium is just 5 min's walk from our hotel.

Hakuba is about 300km north west of Tokyo.
It takes approximately 3½　hours　by train and 4 hours by car.

We are located in the beautiful surroundings of Hakuba. Come to find a peaceful, relaxing and friendly atmosphere with great service.

General daily conversation in English is also OK, so please contact us and we look forward to welcoming you to Grove Inn Skala soon....