HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA
Modern alpine apartment-hotel with a serious Japanese wine program — clean Scandinavian-adjacent interiors, Shinshu craft objects throughout, and a deep commitment to regional gastronomy. More design-forward than traditional ryokan, without the fussiness of a big resort.
Book the FÛDO dinner course at least 2 days in advance — courses at 18:00 and 19:30 fill up, especially in peak ski season
Why It Matters
The only alpine resort hotel in Hakuba with a dedicated wine concierge and a cellar of 1,000+ exclusively Japanese wines. FÛDO has won back-to-back Gold awards at the Star Wine List of the Year Japan. Head Chef Yamato Imanishi trained at Michel Bras and Septime in Paris. Every room is a corner suite with Alps views and a full kitchen — making it feel more like a private apartment than a standard hotel room.
Opened in December 2024, Hotel La Vigne Hakuba is a purpose-built alpine resort hotel with 38 corner suites — every single one facing the Northern Alps. The name references the grapevine (la vigne in French), and the wine program is the real hook here: a cellar of over 1,000 hand-selected Japanese wines curated by a sommelier who once served world leaders at the Hokkaido G8 Summit. Restaurant FÛDO handles the food side with French-inflected bistronomy and live teppanyaki, drawing on Shinshu regional produce. It's a brand-new build with no onsen or spa, but the apartment-style rooms with full kitchens and washing machines make it a genuine base for both short ski trips and longer stays.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Deluxe Twin
One bedroom, one bathroom. Northern Alps view. At 65 sqm it's genuinely roomy — an open kitchen, living area, and a full bathroom. Some rooms have mirrored layouts. Great for two people wanting comfort without the multi-bedroom setup.
Twin · 65.89 sqm
Junior Suite
Two bedrooms with one full bathroom and one shower room. Still very generous at nearly 100 sqm — open living room, full kitchen, and Northern Alps views. Good for couples or small families wanting separate sleeping spaces.
Multiple (2 bedrooms) · 99.41 sqmLa Vigne Suite
The flagship room and the largest in the hotel. Three bedrooms, a view bath positioned to face the Northern Alps, two shower rooms, and a sprawling open-plan kitchen and living room that can comfortably host six guests. Think private chalet, not hotel room.
Multiple (3 bedrooms) · 144.89 sqmStandard Suite
Two bedrooms with a view bath — the soaking tub is positioned to face the mountains. One bathroom and one shower room. Considerably more spacious than what most alpine hotels would call a 'standard' anything.
Multiple (2 bedrooms) · 68.5 sqmStandard Twin
The entry-level room, and still 54 sqm with a kitchen and washing machine — which puts it firmly ahead of most hotel rooms anywhere. Studio layout (no separate bedroom wall), one bathroom, and Northern Alps views. Some rooms have mirrored floor plans.
Twin · 53.96 sqmSuperior Suite
Two bedrooms, one bathroom, one shower room. Some rooms have mirrored floor plans. A solid choice for two couples traveling together or a family that wants a proper separation of sleeping quarters.
Multiple (2 bedrooms) · 85.53 sqmSuperior Twin
One bedroom with a scenic bath — the freestanding soaking tub faces the Northern Alps through large picture windows. At 55.9 sqm it's the sweet spot for couples who want that dramatic bath moment without booking a multi-bedroom suite.
Twin · 55.9 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Access to Hakuba's extensive trail network. Iconic Happo-one Pond trail and routes into the 3,000m Northern Alps peaks are nearby. The hotel can assist with access information via concierge.
Mountain biking available in the summer season, with gear rental facilitated through adjacent SPICY shop (which handles ski/snowboard in winter and mountain bikes in summer).
The hotel regularly hosts events bringing together winemakers and guests for special tastings and dinners at FÛDO. Past events have featured the hotel's wine concierge alongside producers from across Japan. Check the events page for current schedule.
Adjacent rental shop SPICY Echoland handles gear rental for hotel guests. Two options: Basic Plan (reserve by noon the day before, pick up at SPICY) or Premium Delivery Rental (gear ready in hotel locker room at check-in, return at hotel). Pay at checkout.
Hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service (reservation required on the day) to Hakuba Happo-One (~6 min), Hakuba47 (~10 min), and Goryu ski resorts. Onsite ski locker room and shower room on the ground floor. Gear rental arranged through adjacent SPICY shop — either Basic Plan (pick up at SPICY) or Premium Delivery Rental (gear delivered to hotel locker room at check-in).
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property. Speed reported at 100+ Mbps.
On-site cellar housing over 1,000 hand-selected Japanese wines, primarily from Nagano Prefecture. Managed by a dedicated wine concierge.
All rooms include a full kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave (some rooms), electric kettle, and kitchenware. Washing machine and dryer in every room.
All rooms equipped with air purifier and humidifier — genuinely useful in the dry Nagano mountain climate.
Located on the ground floor, available for shuttle reservations, ski resort guidance, and general guest assistance.
Ground floor locker room for storing ski, snowboard, and bicycle equipment. Shower rooms for post-slope use. Accessible directly from outside the building.
Complimentary shuttle to ski resorts (Happo-One, Hakuba47, Goryu) during winter season. Reservation required through reception or concierge on the day. Also available from Hakuba Station and Happo Bus Terminal to the hotel.
53 on-site parking spaces, free for guests, no reservation required.
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