I stayed at the Lab Hakuba during christmas 2012. After a bit of an ordeal on our travels to Japan, we were welcomed by the friendly staff who were quick to hand us a beer and a hot meal after settling in. The rooms are good - clean and roomy. The bar area is great, cheap drinks and awesome vibe.... More

I stayed at The Lab during mid January 2013 and I can't speak more highly of the staff, Morgan, Nick, Herome, Lemon, Andy to mention some by name as excellent. Though well outside the "age" for this style of accom. my daughter and I were looked after with friendly, open and helpful people. The sleeping arrangements are what they are,... More

Couldn't stay the whole 7 days here. We were in a room with 10 others which consisted of late night drinkers that pissed on the floor, farted in each others faces and stunk. Imagine 12 people breathing and sweating in one room all night with no ventilation. On the up side the staff were so so so so great and... More

Going again this Summer to the Lab Hakuba (winter Japan 2013), better skiing than anywhere in Aust even better than Taos or Telluride, deep deep powder, great back country areas. The only place to stay is the Lab, comfortable and cosy and at the right price, can't wait to do it all again, the service including management is top notch.

The Lab was amazing from the moment I got there! The owner was really approachable and willing to help me out. Over the two weeks I stayed there everyone who came had a great attitude, as well as the lovely staff. I'll be saving up to go back ASAP. Also it's in the best location!

Stayed here in February 2012 with a bunch of mates and had a great time. The Lab is a 5 minute walk from Happo-One and a 5 minute walk to 2 bus stops which service most of the valley. There are numerous places to eat and shop which within walking distance too. At night, the majority of guests can be... More

The Lab is a really great lodge to stay at, especially if you’re on a budget! Walking distance to 7/11, lifts, ski hire etc. The best thing about it was the open and friendly atmosphere you can always find at the bar! Will definitely be going back!

I stayed at The Lab in late Jan and early Feb 2012. The snow was unreal, and the accommodation made it even better. The large bar and common room downstairs was always full of people having a drink or two and frothing about how good their day was. The rooms are exactly as you want from a hostel, clean, comfortable... More

Arrived to our room in the early hours of Sunday morning, the room was absolutely freezing. The room took a long time to warm up, it would have been nice to come into a room with the heater turned on. All our room consisted of was a bed and that was like sleeping on concrete. Honestly I think the lab... More