This review is very much overdue yet my family still has fondest memories of this place.My family of 6 stayed in Skala for a few days in Feb. Right from the pick up at the train station and the warm reception at the lobby we were made to feel right at home. Since we had booked 3 rooms,Miwa (the owner)... More

My adult daughter and I stayed in Skala for a week. It was outstanding service from the moment Osamu picked us up from the bus station. Miwa and her family are sincere, friendly and hard-working people who would bend over backwards for their guests. The breakfast is a treat and dinner is exceptional. Both Miwa and Asako are gourmet cooks.... More

Highly recommend Skala. Gracious and warm hosts, comfortable room and stunning food. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would stay there again quite happily. Location was slightly out of the way from main road, which made it quiet but also further to walk at night in the dark and snow if wandering for food. But then it was difficult to find... More

Pros - food to die for, service out of this world, family friendly, people orientated and fair. You'll never feel ripped off! Free bus to snow fields, pick up shuttle from happo one. Did I mention the food? Atmosphere after dinner that evokes pleasure and conversation amongst fellow travelers. The food!! Ok, joking apart i've just stayed at The Grove... More

My two coworkers and I came up with idea to go skiing while in Japan (from the US) during our 3-4 week stay. We found Grove Inn Skala thru the snowjapan.com website (great site) and decided to give it a try. We were NOT disappointed! Miwa, Asako, and Osamu were absolutely fabulous. From the moment we were picked up at... More

We feel very lucky to have come across this guesthouse which is run by an extremely friendly Japanese family in a perfect location right near Happo-one ski resort in Hakuba. The double room was very large, comfortable and spotlessly clean. The room also had a DVD player and there was a large library to choose from. The common areas were... More

Grove Inn Skala is a warm and cosy escape for skiers and travellers searching for a comfortable home away from home. Excellent hosts and food, well appointed rooms, inviting lounge and fireplace guarantee a relaxing sojourn. The food was skilfully prepared by Miwa and her daughter, Asako, two excellent chefs, and we looked forward to the variety of each night's... More

We thoroughly enjoyed our family vacation at the Skala Inn. The accommodations were comfortable, the fireplace lounge room cozy, the bar inviting, and the food fantastic. The service by the Ishida family is over the top. They wear many hats...driver, chef, concierge...and do it all with grace.

I have read the other review posted here so I will not repeat all the praise they offer but I will confirm it is all true! I have traveled around Japan for several years now and, without question, staying with the Ishida family at Grove Inn Skala was the most pleasant experience I've had. It does bear repeating the hospitality... More