The owner was very friendly The overall atmosphere of their hotel was nice and homey We loved the private hot bath and sitting by the fire place

Stayed in April 2024

This truly is a fantastic and cozy forest cabin. The entire cabin has a two-story structure above the ground. The interior is very large and spacious, with a generously sized common area where you can find almost everything you could think of, including laundry and drying facilities which are a significant plus. The cabin's indoor space is ample and adequate. I believe even if you don't ski, you could easily spend an entire day here. All the structures inside have been carefully designed by the owners, Neomi and Koki, and are very eco-friendly. After a day of skiing or outdoor activities, you can also book a free session to enjoy the "BIG BATH," a very special private bath experience. The location is very close to the GoRyu ski resort, within walking distance. Furthermore, Neomi kindly drove us to Happo-one on the days when the shuttle service was not available, which was truly great. Moreover, there's no need to worry about transportation between the station and the accommodation, as there's a pickup and drop-off service for check-in and checkout. The custom breakfast was fantastic; we really liked it and highly recommend it. I hope to have the chance to visit this beautiful cabin again in the future.

Stayed in April 2024

Its very far from any shop or convenience store. So you have to have dinner either at the hostel or ski restaurant. (But the breakfast and dinner they offer was super nice!) And it's not really a ski-in/out hostel because first its not too friendly for snowboarders due to some flat slopes, second when the snow melts you can see the road in the middle of the way, and when it gets too dark its easy to get lost and I think its kinda dangerous because of the poor cellphone signal in the forest.

The owners were very nice and helpful. They pick us up from the bus station when we arrived, and drove us there when we were leaving. The room was nice and big, and I love the 24-hour onsen! The shuttle bus stop is just right in front of the hostel (but only 1 bus on 8:30 each day, what a pity) It takes about 10-15 minutes to walk to the ski resort though.

Stayed in March 2024

Suggest dressing gowns are provide to go down to the big bath.

Koki was an excellent host and very attentive and helpful with our needs. Room was large warm and comfortable with a good view into the forest. Easy access to Goryu plaza ski lift with the bus stop just outside at 8:30. Possible to ski back to the property through the forest. Breakfast with lovely freshly baked bread, fruit, cereal and tea/coffee all you need for a great start to the day. Big bath after a days skiing was great. Cannot recommend highly enough.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing, keep doing what your doing!

The hosts were amazing, always happy to help and were so kind! That made us feel extremely welcome, cooked a beautiful breakfast and dinner!!

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

Cozy atmosphere Comfy rooms In-house onsen Healthy breakfast with home made bread Morning and evening fires Ski trail back in Exceptional, devoted hosts

Stayed in March 2024

Everything, the room was perfect and warm, koki and Naomi give us excellent service..koki also cook very good dinner and bake a very niceeee bread.. the most delicious bread I ever had in my life.. his bread is a must!!

Stayed in March 2024

Loved everything. 😍

We absolutely loved everything about Il Bosco. Being so far away from home, this truly beautiful place felt just like home. Koki and Naomi were the most hospitable hosts, along with taking so much pride in providing a sustainable approach in their accommodation. Their renovations have decreased their carbon footprint by 70%. The rooms were beautiful and clean and large, and the public bath was very nice after a long day, along with a warm tea by the fire with plenty of books to read. Each morning, there was homemade hot fresh bread right out of the oven with homemade spreads. The choice to order also from the egg menu which was cooked to your liking. There was also fresh fruit and cereals to choose from. Dinner was served most nights at a very affordable price. You never walked away hungry. Very close to Goryu ski fields and many local restaurants. We were very sad to leave as Koki and Namoi made us feel right at home along with the other guests. We will be back in a heartbeat. Highly recommend!

Stayed in March 2024

Koki and Nomei could not have been more lovely to me. They were both so welcoming and kind

Stayed in March 2024

The big bath was amazing and the staff were very friendly and accommodating. Dinner has a home-made touch and is delicious! A shuttle leaves from the front door step to take you to the slopes but if you miss the shuttle it's only a 10 minute walk.

Stayed in February 2024

Gorgeous, authentic Japanese alpine chalet with spacious bedrooms overlooking the forest. Amazingly friendly and genuine hosts who provide a sumptuous breakfast with homemade spreads and condiments, and daily fresh-baked bread. Cannot recommend more highly. Thank you Koki, Naomi and Cliff!

Stayed in February 2024

I think it would be great if there were bidets installed in toilets. But we don't have any other complaints

Naomi picked us up from Kamishiro station which was very helpful and also dropped us at the bus stop on our check-out day. The breakfast and dinner are great. Koki-san and Naomi-san are very friendly and happy to help us if we have any questions. There is a bus stop in front of the hotel that can drop us into Goryu ski resort. If you want to go to the other resorts, you need to take another bus.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing against the property but worth mentioning: Getting around was harder than I thought. As I was travelling with a child, after skiing all day we were quite tired so we didnt venture out even into Hakuba as it would have been quite an effort to arrange. Taxis are difficult to get and we heard people say restaurants in Hakuba were booked out. Even getting to and from Iimori by bus (if you’re not confident to walk/skii) took about an hour even though it’s super close. In saying that, Koki did offer to drive us one day. Just something to be aware of, but still worth it to stay here I think.

Staying at Il Bosco was like staying with family. You immediately feel like you’re home. Koki and Naomi were lovely, and really helpful with anything you needed. We made lots of friends with the other guests too. The food Koki makes is absolutely delicious. Fresh bread every morning was delicious and more than satisfying. After a long day skiing it was nice to be able to go downstairs, take a big bath, then get into your track suit pants and have dinner and a red wine. Everything is clean and well organised. Koki and Naomi picked us up and dropped us back to the bus stop when we arrived/departed. Plus they dropped us down to the snow monkey tour. They also bought us free ice cream when they had friends over for dinner one night even though none of us guests had been bothered at all. Cannot fault Koki and Naomi for their work in running this place. They are really lovely and work so hard to keep everyone happy.

Stayed in February 2024

Amazing home like feel super relaxed with outstanding service and nothing was a problem.

Stayed in February 2024

The bed was a touch firm for our liking but that’s personal preference. Hardly a negative worthy of being a deal breaker!

Koki and Naomi made it feel like home.. fire was always lit and they created at cosy environment throughout the lodge. Convenient location for Goryu and 47 and Koki was always willing to offer assistance to get you elsewhere. A welcome little paradise in the crazyness of Hakuba

Stayed in February 2024

Really nice and cozy place to stay. Koki is very nice and friendly and will always try to answer our queries. Also love their private bath after a day of snowboarding. Morning and evening shuttle bus between hakuba goryu ski resort and Il Bosco, makes the it easier to get to and back from ski resort (otherwise it will be a 15mins walk).

Stayed in February 2024

Was an amazing place. Koki and his wife were amazing and very helpful. I will 100% stay hear only the next time I'm in hakuba

Stayed in January 2024

Breakfast, free coffee/tea. Desk and chair in the room for working. Nice quiet common area and fireplace. Great wifi

Stayed in January 2024

Firstly, consider this the warmest lodge you can find in hakuba during winter. The insulation is top notch. You will see an explanation on how they did it in the laundry room with words and images. Laundry, coffee, tea, biscotti, muffin, drinks available for you. Help yourself with that. You pay a small amount of money for using the dryer but the washing machine is free to use. Helps us alot while traveling n having fresh clothes to wear. Breakfast is basic with the best baguette I've ever tasted. Order in advance if you would like the hot breakfast which consist of different types of eggs. We dined out every night but spent 1 dinner here with a delicious homemade pasta. Mostly pasta dishes for dinner. Private onsen available and you can book it on the board hung to the wall. There are 2 living rooms for you to relax just outside the room and the other near the firewood. Very cosy, humble lodge. A bunker to your ski gears with space to store them. Access to the outside/ground floor conveniently after wearing and taking your gears at the bunker. Convenient location, gets a free shuttle after skiing in Hakuba Escal plaza. Eco friendly lodge. Sustainable living environment with a lifestyle of recycling, reuse and reduce. It shows in this place. Friendly and helpful host. A cosy and happy stay. We are grateful to have found this place

Stayed in January 2024

Xero

We all absolutely loved our stay. Staff were amazing and food was even better. We all mentioned we would defiantly come back on our next trip.

Stayed in January 2024

Our stay at Il Bosco was so wholesome. They use eco friendly and organic products throughout and have a conscious eco friendly way of running it. Naomi and Koki went above and beyond. My husband is a coeliac and so they made a delicious rice bread to cater for his dietary needs. They were happy to help with lifts to the bus stop and ski fields. It felt like nothing was too difficult or an imposition. We would happily go back to Il Bosco. Thank you!

Stayed in January 2024

A little isolated at night which didn't bother us as we were tired from skiing.

Amazing hosts who are focused on sustainability, lovely place, quiet and peaceful and easy access to Goryu Escal Plaza ski lifts. A few good restaurants in the area within 15 min walking distance but dinner on site also recommended.

Stayed in January 2024

Our stay at Il Bosco was comfortable and pleasant! Kiko was a lovely host - he was friendly and accommodating, and offered numerous suggestions to all our queries and questions. The rooms were lovely and comfortable, and the common areas were cosy and had everything we needed!

Stayed in January 2024

Location was a bit out of the way but Kiko san went above and beyond to send us to places which more than made up for it

The owners were so welcoming and friendly, breakfast was amazing with homemade spreads and overall just really comfortable

Stayed in January 2024