SKI-IN SKI-OUT
HAKUBA NORIKURA
& CORTINA
From $270 per night
The closest place
to Hakuba’s snow.
Everything
your winter stay needs,
in one hotel.
Ski-in, ski-out access to Hakuba Norikura, with slope connection to Cortina. Natural hot springs, spa, heated pool, and two saunas—designed so your entire stay flows effortlessly from first run to final soak.
& Two SaunasHeated Pool & JacuzziOpening December 2026
Special Early Booking Offer
All Inclusive.
Ski. Soak. Dine.
A complete Hakuba winter stay,
all in one place.
Direct access to Hakuba Norikura, with the slopes continuing through to Cortina. Natural hot spring, dining, and restful guest rooms come together in one seamless stay. No extra transfers, no extra planning—just more time to enjoy Hakuba.
Ski in, Ski out.
Two mountains, with no transfers.
The hotel is directly connected to Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort. Get ready, step outside, and you are already on the slopes. From there, the runs continue through to Cortina, so you can enjoy two ski areas in a single stay.
Relax in a natural hot spring,
then unwind in a refined guest room.
After skiing, return to the hotel’s onsen. Once the day’s fatigue has eased away, retreat to a calm and comfortable room to rest. Wake the next morning refreshed and ready for the slopes again—the ideal rhythm of a Hakuba stay.
From morning to night,
dining is part of the reason to stay.
Start the day in the clear mountain air with a breakfast buffet of freshly baked bread, coffee, seafood, and local ingredients. Lunch is a satisfying break between runs, with simple favorites such as curry and burgers. At dinner, a buffet inspired by the flavors of Nagano is joined by charcoal-grilled dishes and an à la carte menu to suit the mood of the evening.
A new ski hotel arrives in Hakuba Norikura
in December 2026.
Located in the quieter Norikura area, away from the busier parts of Hakuba such as Happo, the hotel combines direct slope access with a full range of in-house facilities—bringing a new level of ease and comfort to the ski stay.
For those looking for
this kind of ski trip
as quickly as possible
and enjoy powder in a more natural setting
two connected ski mountains in one stay
including onsen, sauna, pool, and spa
whether with friends, family, or as a couple
to experience its new chapter
Opening in December 2026.
A new ski hotel in Hakuba Norikura.
to feel easy as well
Around three hours by Hokuriku Shinkansen and bus,
with area shuttle service also planned within Hakuba.
A STAY AT THE ALPSA one-night, two-day ski stay
at THE ALPS HOTEL HAKUBA.
From check-in to the first runs the next day, everything flows effortlessly in one place. An ideal ski stay with no unnecessary movement.
A one-night, two-day ski stay
at THE ALPS HOTEL HAKUBA.
From check-in to the first runs the next day, everything flows effortlessly in one place. An ideal ski stay with no unnecessary movement.
SKI BEOFRE CHECK-IN
DAY 1
Leave your luggage at the front desk and make the most of your first afternoon on the slopes before check-in at 15:00. With the hotel ski lockers offering direct access to the slopes, your ski trip begins the moment you arrive.
in a natural hot spring.
DAY 1
Wakaguri Onsen, a natural spring in Hakuba Norikura, is known for its brown sodium bicarbonate-rich waters, which gently ease the body after a day of travel.
the reward for the day.
DAY 1
A thoughtfully prepared dinner of carefully selected mains and a side buffet centred on fresh vegetables. Sit around the table, talk about tomorrow’s runs, and let the anticipation build.
longer at the bar.
DAY 1
Take a moment to unwind in a warm and welcoming space. Talk through tomorrow’s plans, then turn in early for the day ahead.
waking up for.
DAY 2
A full breakfast buffet featuring seafood rice bowls, freshly baked bread, and fresh juice—a morning spread that lifts the mood before the first run.
then head straight to the slopes.
DAY 2
Leave your bags with us and check out with ease. With in-house ski lockers and direct access to the slopes, you can make the most of your final morning on the mountain. And the experience doesn’t end at Norikura—Cortina is there to be skied too.
for lunch.
DAY 2
At midday, stop by the hotel’s slope-connected terrace for the signature SKI IN SKI OUT BURGER, then head back out for the afternoon.
the recovery continues at the spa.
DAY 2
Even after check-out, you can still unwind in the onsen, jacuzzi, outdoor pool, and two saunas. A slow, restorative end to two days on the mountain—one that quietly makes you want to come back and ski again.
FACILITYEverything beyond skiing,
all within the hotel.
Natural hot springs, indoor sauna, spa, outdoor pool, and outdoor sauna. After skiing, everything you need to fully reset is already here.
Everything beyond skiing,
all within the hotel.
Natural hot springs, indoor sauna, spa, outdoor pool, and outdoor sauna. After skiing, everything you need to fully reset is already here.
framed by snowy views.
Wakaguri Onsen, a natural spring in Hakuba Norikura, is known for its brown sodium bicarbonate-rich waters, which gently warm and relax the body after time in the winter mountains.
in the indoor jacuzzi.
Sink into the warm bubbles and let the body unwind. The snowy mountain views from the jacuzzi make the experience even more special.
a white winter landscape.
With snowy mountains in the background and steam rising from the water, the scenery makes the stay feel even more special.
of the winter mountains.
Move between the heat of the sauna and the cold winter air, with a cold bath and outdoor jacuzzi included. A deeply satisfying sauna experience that can only be found in Hakuba in winter.
in the indoor sauna.
After a full day on the slopes, the heat of the sauna sinks deep into the body. Sweat slowly, unwind fully, and feel completely restored.
DINNERDinner becomes
part of the stay to look forward to.
Grilled dishes centred on ingredients from Shinshu, paired with a flexible half-buffet. Simple, generous, and easy to enjoy in your own way, it is designed to satisfy both appetite and mood after a day on the mountain. A dining experience made for ski evenings in Hakuba.
Dinner becomes
part of the stay to look forward to.
Grilled dishes centred on ingredients from Shinshu, paired with a flexible half-buffet. Simple, generous, and easy to enjoy in your own way, it is designed to satisfy both appetite and mood after a day on the mountain. A dining experience made for ski evenings in Hakuba.
With views toward the slopes and a relaxed atmosphere, the full dining experience is right here in the hotel.
after a day on the mountain.
Dinner features grilled mains made with carefully selected ingredients—exactly the kind of dish you want after skiing. A satisfying way to restore the energy spent on the slopes.
to complete the meal.
Fresh vegetables and a wide variety of side dishes bring variety and ease to dinner. Choose what you like, take your time, and enjoy a lively evening with friends or family.
let the evening end at the bar.
A quiet drink, with tomorrow’s runs already on your mind—one of the simple pleasures of a ski trip.
STAYRooms you’ll want to return to.
Spacious, comfortable guest rooms designed to help you properly recover after skiing. Whether travelling with friends or family, each room type is made so everyone can stay in comfort.
Rooms you’ll want to return to.
Spacious, comfortable guest rooms designed to help you properly recover after skiing. Whether travelling with friends or family, each room type is made so everyone can stay in comfort.
with its own living room.
Two bedrooms plus a living room with three sofas. The hotel’s largest room, ideal for group stays and large family ski trips.
Up to 8 guests ｜ 100㎡
in every detail.
Two single beds plus one sofa bed. Includes a bathtub. A spacious room designed to help you fully recover after skiing.
Up to 3 guests ｜ 48㎡
for a comfortable stay.
Two single beds. Garden view and mountain view. A well-appointed standard room with everything needed for an effortless ski stay.
2 guests ｜ 27㎡
BREAKFASTBreakfast is one of the pleasures
of the stay, too.
From a fresh seafood rice bowl station with tuna, salmon, and ikura, to freshly baked bread, Shinshu jams, and a build-your-own miso soup, breakfast is designed to lift the mood before the first run.
Breakfast is one of the pleasures
of the stay, too.
From a fresh seafood rice bowl station with tuna, salmon, and ikura, to freshly baked bread, Shinshu jams, and a build-your-own miso soup, breakfast is designed to lift the mood before the first run.
seafood breakfast.
Plenty of fresh seafood, served just the way you like it. A breakfast that raises the excitement even before you reach the slopes.
and a thoughtful breakfast.
Croissants, granola, fruit, and more—a breakfast buffet designed to set the tone for the day ahead.
before skiing.
Fresh juice and coffee—just what you want before heading out to the slopes.
Around 3 hours from Tokyo.
Whether by Shinkansen or by car, Hakuba is closer than many expect. Hakuba Norikura is one of Japan’s iconic powder snow destinations, visited by skiers from around the world—and it can be reached from Tokyo in around three hours.
SHINKANSEN
By Shinkansen
Tokyo Station → Nagano Station (Hokuriku Shinkansen, approx. 80 min)
Nagano Station → Hakuba (bus, approx. 60–70 min)
Total: approx. 2.5–3 hours
CAR
By car
Nagano IC → Hotel (approx. 70 min)
Azumino IC → Hotel (approx. 70 min)
Itoigawa IC → Hotel (approx. 60 min)
Parking available on site
FLIGHT
Flying in from overseas
Narita / Haneda → Matsumoto Airport (approx. 55 min)
Matsumoto Airport → Hotel (approx. 90 min by car)
Convenient access from overseas as well
SHUTTLE
Hotel shuttle service
Complimentary shuttle service from JR Nagano Station and Hakuba Station is also planned.
FAQFrequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The hotel is directly connected to the slopes, offering a true ski-in, ski-out stay. You can also continue skiing after check-out.
Yes. The Norikura area has a relatively high number of gentle runs, making it a comfortable choice for beginners, children, and families.
The hotel features a natural hot spring known as Wakaguri Onsen. Its brown sodium bicarbonate-rich waters are one of its defining features. With mountain views from the bath, it is a place to spend a deeply relaxing post-ski moment.
Breakfast is offered in a buffet style, built around local ingredients and a flexible mix of Japanese and Western options. Guests can enjoy a seafood rice bowl station by choosing their preferred toppings and building their own bowl, along with a breakfast selection easy for both adults and children to enjoy.
Compared with busier main areas such as Happo, Norikura offers a calmer setting with easier access to nature and powder snow. It is especially well suited to guests looking for a quieter stay.
Hakuba can be reached smoothly from Tokyo in around three hours, either by Hokuriku Shinkansen and bus, or by car. Access from Narita and Matsumoto airports is also convenient.
Yes. Shuttle bus service or taxis are available. Details can be provided on request.
Yes. Rentals are available either within the hotel or through nearby affiliated facilities.
The largest rooms can accommodate up to 8 guests.
Yes. As luggage storage and changing facilities are available, guests can ski on both arrival and departure days.
Opening in December 2026. Reservations are now open.
ACCESS INFORMATION
Around 3 hours from Tokyo to one of Japan’s iconic powder destinations.
Getting Here
Take the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Nagano Station, then the direct express bus on the Nagano–Hakuba line. Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes.
From Minami-Otari Station on the JR Oito Line, the hotel is approximately 10 minutes away by shuttle.
By Car
From Nagano IC (Joshinetsu Expressway): approx. 70 min
From Azumino IC (Nagano Expressway): approx. 70 min
From Itoigawa IC (Hokuriku Expressway): approx. 60 min