The place is awesome. If you are looking for a hostel, this is, definitely, the place to stay in the Hakuba Alps. It is located 5 min walking from the mountain and about 10 min walking to either the train station or bus stop. As expected, it is a hostel, therefore you may find terrible company in your room. But besides that, the staff is incredible, common room is very good, great kitchen and free internet. Furthermore if you are looking for skiing mostly all information can be gathered on the hostel as the staff is, once said, very efficient and friendly.