Wadano Forest Hotel And Apartments

3.0 star property
Hit the slopes then unwind in style. Explore nearby attractions, relax by your own pace or get active at this haven for snow lovers.

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Nestled near Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area, Wadano Forest Hotel And Apartments offers an inviting vibe with a garden and arcade/game room. Unwind after a day on the slopes at the spa tub or explore nearby attractions using the free area shuttle. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy convenient amenities like laundry facilities and multilingual staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
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About this property

Wadano Forest Hotel And Apartments

  • Hotel near Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area
  • You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a garden, and an arcade/game room at Wadano Forest Hotel And Apartments. Hit the slopes at this hotel offering a free ski shuttle, downhill skiing, and ski storage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • A free area shuttle, concierge services, and multilingual staff
    • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Wadano Forest Hotel And Apartments include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with Netflix
    • Freezers and heating

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 9000 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 3000 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 3000 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 9000 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is Wadano Forest Hotel And Apartments pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wadano Forest Hotel And Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wadano Forest Hotel And Apartments?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Wadano Forest Hotel And Apartments located?

Located near the slopes, this Hakuba hotel is in the mountains and within a 15-minute walk of Wadanonomori Church, Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area, and Happo One Sakka Ski Lift. Hakuba Ski Jumping Stadium and Hakuba Mini Train Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Darrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the hotel and thought that the neighborhood was absolutely beautiful. The hotel was impeccably clean and the staff were so nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vania

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

Ski in and out

The best part was how close the hotel is to the Hapo One slopes. Also, the people working at the hotel were extremely helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matthieu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff and service. Shuttle was very convenient for mornings and evening dinner plans. Proximity to Happo hard to beat. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

James Crawford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet end of Happo one and a quick walk to the Sakka ski area is great for beginners.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

KA PO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good host and timely support from the staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really helpful and there was a free shuttle onsite. The room was spacious and clean. There is also a nice onsen at the hotel. The Sakka ski lift is within walking distance. Overall great comfortable stay! Thanks to Joanie and the staff for great service and warm hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay at Wadano Forest Hotel was as good, or better than expected. An escape, respite and adventure, in the Habuka winter wonderland. Joanie did a wonderful job of making us feel welcome and ensuring everything went smoothly.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

summerly

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property needs updating and deep cleaning. Walkable to some restaurants. Kind and helpful staff and drivers Ok breakfast and hot pot dinner
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kristin

Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s super close to a chair lift up Happo Mountain and a fantastic restaurant, The Rabbit Hole. Also close walking distance from other bus services. The Hot Pot meal was sensational! They’re very rigid with the hotel shuttle service, specifically if you’re not an “apartment resident”. It can be quite rowdy if people staying in room above. Was a bit unclean and not exactly value for money. Would suggest booking direct and packing ear plugs.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Wadano Forest Hotel was great. Everyone from the front desk staff, kitchen staff, and shuttle drivers were extremely polite and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Distance from skii areas and food establishments
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Teguh

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The location is a bit off, about 5 minutes walk up hill from the last shuttle bus stop, and the breakfast is disappointing.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Fong Ho

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Very disappointing stay. the website says they offer dinner so we booked dinner for every night, which was confirmed by the hotel. When we got there, the front desk told us that the chef wasn't free the first two nights so we don't have dinner for the those nights. They were not apologetic and just told us to go somewhere else.. bathrooms were also tiny. Almost impossible to help my toddler bathe. Room service was also non existent. We had to take out our own trash, which I've never had to do at a hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHIHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
大満足でした!!帰るのが勿体無いぐらい快適に過ごせました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was clean and modern.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnel chaleureux et serviable. Emplacement idéal et calme. Grande chambre confortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here 6 years ago under different owners so we came again this season. It's a lovely hotel with lovely staff. We love the onsen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Warm and spacious rooms. A few more breakfast option would be good. More hanging space in the room for the ski season a must. Good stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FionaRobinson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The chalet had a homey feel and unlike the big hotels staff were eager to make your stay enjoyable and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you Joanie and team we had a fabulous time! Fiona Robinson, Perth WA
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to all ski shuttles and the night bus. Super friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast selections daily. Overall seemless experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Great stay

great location near the Sakka ski lift
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a quite location. Block F of Wadano. Close to the Sakka chair (5-10 min walk) and close to Genki-Go bus stop (4-5 min walk). Hotel is new and is clean with an onsen. Negatives are that there is little to no dinner options nearby (walking distance) so you will likely need to go into Happo town to eat - dont forget to reserve. Only other negative is the hotel seemed to have an odd noise to do with either hot water or sewage draining not sure which. The noise is enough to keep you awake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, comfortable, roomy and clean. Bit far from the main area ( shops and grocery stores) but the lodge will take you around in their own vans, alternatively you can take the shuttle bus to the slopes. Walking distance to Sakke slope and spicy rental is down the street.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019