The Shakespeare Hotel: A Gateway to Hakuba’s Slopes and Culinary Delights
Set in the picturesque Hakuba Valley, the Shakespeare Hotel is more than just a place to rest between runs on the slopes—it’s an experience, a retreat, and a culinary hub all in one. With cosy accommodations, a prime location minutes from Hakuba’s world-renowned slopes and an impressive variety of on-site dining options, the Shakespeare Hotel has crafted an ideal setting for travellers seeking both adventure and relaxation.
Rooms Designed for Comfort and Warmth
The Shakespeare Hotel offers 39 guest rooms thoughtfully designed to be a warm, inviting space after a day of outdoor pursuits. With a range of room configurations, from single rooms perfect for solo adventurers to family suites for larger groups, each room combines comfort with convenience. Guests can unwind in spaces that exude cosiness, equipped with modern amenities and subtle nods to traditional Japanese design, creating a welcoming blend of east and west. Every detail, from plush bedding to practical amenities, has been curated to ensure that guests feel refreshed and recharged each morning, ready for a new day on the slopes.
Relaxation and Rejuvenation at Komorebi Yoga and Asian Healing Tamamido Spa
To complete its holistic guest experience, the Shakespeare Hotel offers a haven for relaxation and rejuvenation at Komorebi Yoga and Asian Healing Tamamido Spa. Nestled within the hotel, the yoga studio and spa are spaces designed to help guests unwind, restore, and balance both body and mind. After a day on the slopes, guests can enjoy a soothing massage or a restorative yoga class to relieve any tension and refresh tired muscles, making it the perfect complement to the hotel's active offerings.
A Prime Location For Winter and Summer Activities
Location is everything for travellers looking to make the most of their time on the slopes, and the Shakespeare Hotel delivers with its prime position near Hakuba’s most popular resorts. The hotel provides easy access to the world-class ski resorts that the region is famous for, making it a top choice for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts who want to maximise their time on the mountain. Situated just minutes from several major resorts, including Happo-One, Iwatake, and Tsugaike, the Shakespeare Hotel acts as the perfect base for guests to access the area’s best runs each morning and to spend more time enjoying Hakuba’s stunning landscapes and famed powder snow.
The Shakespeare Hotel in Hakuba has teamed up with Lion Adventure and the Global Enrichment Programme to bring guests closer to the natural wonders of Hakuba through expertly guided outdoor activities and immersive summer camp experiences. This partnership offers exclusive access to some of the region’s most thrilling nature excursions—from mountain treks and scenic cycling to adventure sports—catering to all ages and skill levels. The summer camp programmes focus on personal growth and outdoor education, ensuring that every participant leaves with unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation for the beautiful landscapes of Hakuba.
A World of Flavour—All Under One Roof
The Shakespeare Hotel takes pride in offering an unmatched culinary experience with seven diverse dining establishments, each catering to different tastes and moods. It’s a rare find in Hakuba to have such a range of food options under one roof, making the hotel a standout choice for those who appreciate the convenience of dining in, without sacrificing quality or variety.
Kin Kitchen is the heart of Shakespeare's dining scene, where guests can enjoy a vibrant Asian and Continental breakfast buffet, or savour the flavours of Southeast Asia for lunch and dinner. This eclectic dining spot transports diners with each plate, capturing the spices, aromas, and boldness of Southeast Asian street markets.
After a day on the slopes, unwind at Hamlet Bar, a relaxed venue featuring wood-grilled meats with an Asian twist. Its cosy ambiance and flavour-packed menu make it the perfect place for casual gatherings over drinks. For a slice of Italy, Tomatito offers up authentic pizzas and homemade pastas, while The Pit brings Texas-style barbecue with hearty, slow-cooked meats.
For a taste of Japan, the hotel offers both Oden and Kyoto. Oden serves up comforting traditional Japanese stews, ideal for a chilly evening, while Kyoto showcases the region’s fresh flavours and seasonal ingredients with beautifully crafted sushi and sashimi. This array of dining options turns the hotel into a culinary destination, eliminating the need to search for restaurants after an active day.
Comfort, Convenience, and Value in Hakuba
The Shakespeare Hotel goes beyond providing just a room and a meal—it’s designed to be a place where comfort, convenience, and value intersect to offer an exceptional guest experience. The hotel’s holistic approach to hospitality includes not only its prime location and diverse dining options but also an atmosphere that encourages guests to feel at home.
Every detail has been considered to ensure that visitors can immerse themselves in the Hakuba experience without having to worry about the logistics of travel or the challenges of finding quality dining nearby. It is rare to find such an all-encompassing experience in one location, where everything from the convenience of slope access to the diversity of food options is crafted with the guest in mind.
In short, the Shakespeare Hotel is more than just a stay. For visitors to Hakuba Valley, it offers the best of both worlds: the thrill of Japan’s top ski slopes and the ease of returning to a warm, welcoming environment with a world of flavour just steps away. For those planning a trip to Hakuba, the Shakespeare Hotel is an essential stop, combining the perfect blend of comfort, culinary variety, and ski-ready convenience that elevates any mountain getaway.