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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Phat Packers in Otari offers 2-star hotel rooms with private check-in and check-out services, a lounge, and a 24-hour front desk. Each room includes a washing machine, hairdryer, free toiletries, and a wardrobe. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy Australian cuisine at the on-site restaurant and unwind at the bar. The hotel features a sun terrace, ski-to-door access, and free WiFi in public areas. Additional amenities include live music, evening entertainment, and ski storage. Location and Activities: Located less than 0.6 mi from Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area, the hotel is 46 mi from Matsumoto Airport. Nearby attractions include Hakuba Cortina Ski Area (3.7 mi) and Tsugaike Nature Park (8.1 mi). Winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy skiing and snowboarding in the surrounding area.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Hale
United States
“The Phat Packers is a great hostel, especially for its value! The staff are amazing, all of them are so friendly and great people to grab a beer with after hitting the slopes. The food is good and fairly priced, and the location is amazing, just a...” - Craig
Singapore
“Perfectly located and equipped for those doing winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding. Shuttle buses bring you ti and from the various resorts in the area.” - Souza
United States
“A one of a kind accommodation you'd want on a ski trip. The atmosphere and people were great. Location is awesome and a quick walk over to the lifts at Tsugaike. Definitely coming back!” - Ramnarayanan
Singapore
“+ FOREMOST: GREAT STAFF super friendly and helpful + Good breakfast which is included in the price, good variety for vegetarians + Ski Room and dry room, ski-in/ski-out and Rhythm returns on premise. + Good prices in the restaurant and bar...” - Wolfgang
Japan
“The Phat Packers is located perfectly nearby the gondola to the skiing area. They offered the best service making transfers to nearby cities for diner, making reservations etc.” - Rosielyn
Australia
“All in one accomodation, has 2 very good restaurants inside. Free shuttle bus that takes you anywhere around the area. Very good continental breakfast. Staff was very helpful and accommodating. Ski gear rental place reception inside that will...” - Pang
Hong Kong
“Breakfast is quite standard without much variety but quality is fine. Different choices of Coffee are available without extra cost but the quality is good as well. Shuttle services is also a plus to stay in this hostle” - Melanie
Israel
“Very social, young atmosphere. If you like to party, this hostel is for you. The staff are very welcoming and responsive, and the shuttles and pick up drop off on arrival/departure were very much appreciated! Good value for money and a pleasant...” - Jamie
United States
“such a great location, great staff, great everything.” - Tetuskun
Japan
“Location is good,good environment and good staffs. convince for skier/snowboarding.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Miso Phat
- CuisineAustralian
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



