“Was extremely happy with our choice to stay at Phat Packers”

I like that it was skiing and ski out location and was impressed with the resort for ski runs. I liked that the facility had its own restaurant and a communal pool table for those that were interested. Also really appreciated the included shuttle service to the other mountains and to the Happo bus terminal..

“Perfect!”

Perfect location, staff accommodated every need. They provided transport, breakfast, and 1 minute walk from best ski resort in Hakuba. If you’re early to late 20s travelling in a group, with a partner, or by yourself, it’s perfect.

“Great location and very social hostel”

The free breakfast and included shuttle buses to different mountains and into town at night was awesome and the location was top notch

“We loved it here so much, almost convinced us to do a ski season and work here. We will definitely return next time.”

I loved how close it was to the lifts, breakfast was really yummy and the bed were very comfortable.

Very near the tsugaike gondola and main chairlifts, has food options during the day and shuttle buses. Overall great value for a king room in the area

“Best part of my Japan trip!”

Loved everything about this place. Fell like home again for me. Bunch of Aussies 🥰

“Epic”

The staff and location as well as all the sub businesses connected

“There’s Hostels and then there’s the Phat Packers.”

Location was Superb. Breakfast, pizza restaurant and ramen 🍜 cafe all totemo oishi. Bathrooms very clean,Showers were hot with great water pressure . 3 bars, 2 free pool tables and a dart 🎯 board make for a very sociable environment and easy interaction with fellow travellers from all over the world. 90 % of the staff go above and beyond to make this a wonderful place. Rooms lovely and warm with super comfy beds 🛌.

“Worth it and great location.”

Great atmosphere and staff were happy to help in anyway. Great for solo and families and plan to come back with my kids who are older teens and young adults.

The entire check - in process went quite smoothly. And we are extremely grateful to one of the staff members named Tom. We had rented some skiing equipment from a place quite far away. When we were about to leave the hotel, we needed to return it. The driving distance was more than 20 minutes. He was so warm - hearted that he helped us transport all the equipment there. Then he even took us to the nearest station. This saved us a huge amount of trouble as we had a lot of luggage and a Child with us.

“Amazing”

The location was awesome and perfectly situated near food and gondola

“Good location”

Great location. Pick up and drop off to bus terminal/train station. Shuttle to slopes and various locations in town. Easy walk to chairlift. Hot breakfast included. 2 x on site restaurants

The hospitality of the Phat team is extraordinary. It's relaxed, calm, and cruisy. Facilities are great, the location is awesome, it's clean and very comfortable. Shuttle service a bonus and Miso Phat morning alarm ( cafe was above my room ) breakfast set up go me out for 1st runs every day. Staff at the Phat Packers give this place the best vibe in Hakuba.

Location

“Quieter nights and free coffee for breakfast needed please.”

Location is excellent and check in staff very nice and helpful. The breakfast is good and the rooms, showers and toilets are clean and well maintained.

Staffs here really nice and helpful. Best choice for snowboarding trips :)

“Great price but needs better customer service”

Location was great, with great shuttle service for the price. Cam the owner had great correspondence before coming down. Staff were all friendly but note there is a young college vibe here. They also gave us an upgrade which was really appreciated.

“Great experience”

Apart from the fact that the staff were very accommodating, here are the positive points I appreciated during our stay (as a couple): - our private room was very large and the king-size bed very comfortable. - everything was clean - copious breakfast included - free transport in the morning to go to the slopes or for dinner in town. - the staff is very friendly - there's plenty of space to leave your ski gear out to dry. - the hotel is located at the bottom of Tsugaike station (walking distance)

“Cant wait to come back.”

We absolutely loved our stay at the Phat Packers!! Rooms were clean and tidy, beds extremely comfortable, location excellent and a sick mountain right out the back door. Facilities, breakfast, bar etc all great! Staff were super attentive, helped us book restaurants in the main part of town, shuttle in and out was efficient and check in/out was breezy! We are planning to come back again for the next ski season and are planning to stay again. Cheers!

“Epic stay, amazing experience, will be coming back”

Breakfast was super fresh The coffee was delicious The staff are amazing The whisky bar was a great touch