Mountain ski retreat with bar/lounge and free ski shuttles
Snow lovers will appreciate Happy Talk's complimentary ski shuttle, as well as other onsite amenities such as a bar/lounge and complimentary wireless internet access.
Happy Talk offers 7 accommodations with slippers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Happy Talk, you're just a quick walk from Hakuba Valley Ski Area. Features include free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free ski shuttle.
Free WiFi
Free self parking
Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
Services include luggage storage
Steps from Hakuba Valley Ski Area and a 2-minute drive from Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area
Free ski shuttle service
Getting to the slopes is a breeze with the bed & breakfast's complimentary ski shuttle. At the end of the day, order aprÚs-ski drinks at the bed & breakfast's bar.
Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.
This Hakuba bed & breakfast is smoke free.
Languages
Japanese
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free ski shuttle
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas
Conveniences
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
No lift
Room amenities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property does not have a front desk. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.
We should mention
As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Property is also known as
Happy Talk B&B Hakuba
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Happy Talk Bed & breakfast
Happy Talk Bed & breakfast Hakuba
Happy Talk Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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The owners were lovely. Made an effort to chat and help out during the stay. The room size was also great for Japan, featuring two single beds and a couch (I was travelling solo).
Unfortunately, the thing that will stop me from ever going back was the smell. There was a broken urinal in the men's bathroom and it made the entire place smell horrendously. I went to the supermarket to buy a big can of deodorant to use every time I walked through the place. Sadly no amount would fix the bathroom though.
The place is very old and consequently it just doesn't feel clean at all.
Hakuba itself is very spread out. The bus stops are all over the place, the timing is highly irregular and missing the one or two close stops means a 10-15 minute walk to the other ones. Make sure you get your hands on both of the bus schedules. Took a couple days to understand this.
The accomodation was perfect for a solo ski trip to hakuba. The location is alright, a shuttle bus bound for happo one leaves right next door. Most restaurants and convenience stores are within a 1km walking distance. The room was clean and comfy, although a bit old. Shared toilets bathrooms. Hosts were really kind and helpful. Be prepared to reserve time to find restaurants in the evening especially in Jan/Feb. Most restaurants were fully booked for a week in advance and walk in restaurants had long queues
I arrived to Happy Talk before the check in time so I dropped off my luggage around 12:30pm. I was in a hurry to get to Happo-ike pond by the cable car. At the end, the own drove me from Happy Talk to the Happo Gondola station so I could start hiking ASAP. That's very kind of him to do that ððð. His wife offered me an apple as a snack the following day.
Yes, Happy Talk is a bit outdated but I was treated kindly. I would recommend this place to everyone.
Wai Wan
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Sarah
7 Mar 2023
Liked: Staff & service
For the price it was perfect. Close to the free bus stops and main bus loop. Little dated and musty but nothing worth complaining about.
Very relaxing property that has a great vibe, hosts were super helpful with everything from maps and advice, to snow rental.. even took me to pickup my snow gear :)
If your looking for an easy, chilled place to stay in a great location, this is it.
Be sure to check out Cherry Pub just around the corner.