Arctic White Horse Hotel is the flagship of the White Horse Property Group in Hakuba, Japan. A concept of high end service, spacious, comfortable rooms, tasty hearty meals and a fusion of traditional Japanese and western culture combines to create your best option for accommodation in Hakuba. Hakuba is a resort town placed at the foot of the Japanese Alps in the Nagano Prefecture. Just 2.5 hours from central Tokyo, Hakuba offers many great options to partake in a vast array of outdoor activities. The region has very distinct seasons that are all favourable in their own rightWinterHakuba is the home of the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics. With an annual 12 meters of the legendary Japanese powder snow combined with 10 resorts throughout the valley, Hakuba has become a world renowned ski and snowboard resort. Skijapan with the Arctic Hotel showing you the way. Our Ski Mate program will help you with every aspect of your snow holiday. We will take you onto the mountains and show you all the best powder and corduroy on the slopes. We will advise you on all your equipment needs (rentals, repairs, tuning and waxing) and arranging for instruction, mountain guides, children's programs, clothing needs, day tours, dining recommendations and reservations, massages and spa services. Our personal shuttle service will deliver you to all ten of the resorts in the valley. Our hotel bar has a vibrant après ski scene and our chefs in the restaurant cook up hearty western style cuisine. There are many choices of magnificent Japanese restaurants in the main bar and restaurant district of Echoland just 100meters away.Friday at the White Horse is the Famous BBQ Night..SpringWith still masses of snow on the mountains and many sunny days, spring is a great time to experience more favourable conditions for the family and a more stable snowpack for those who will enjoy the endless backcountry touring options. Day trips throughout the region can be organised through our Ski Mate program which could include a trip to Kurobe Dam and Tateyama which can get up to 23 meters of snow collecting in its valley.SummerPristine spring fed lakes, and beautiful valleys greet our guests for the summer months. A huge selection of outdoor activities including world class mountain biking trails, kayaking, canyoning, fishing and swimming are just a few of the options for this time of year. A great place to escape the warmer city temperatures and enjoy a relaxing lifestyle in the countryside. AutumnAs the autumn colours cascade down the mountain, Hakuba is truly a beautiful environment as the seasons cool down. With the local produce harvested, the Hakuba restaurants offer many specialty culinary delights. A gourmet tour of the region is a fantastic way to experience the tastes of the ancient Salt Road. The Arctic Hotel will open its kitchen to teach some of the traditional cooking techniques by our experienced chef. A great selection of local and international wines, beers and high end spirits always welcomes the guests of the Arctic Bar.ArcticOur mission is to have the friendliest and most personable service in the valley and to compliment your Japanese experience with our local knowledge. Let us be your friends here in Hakuba.Hotel facilities includeRestaurantCocktail barBalcony with BBQKids play roomTraditional Japanese onsen style bathingDrying roomSourvenir shopFree shuttlesFree high speed WIFiFree use of PCs with internetFree washing and drying facilitiesEspresso coffeeMountain viewsRoom facilitiesSpacious roomsJapanese designWestern beddingInternational TVTea and coffeeFridge