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Yamanouchi sekisan chi

Yudanaka Onsen, Yokokura

Located in Yokokura, 4.3 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park, Yamanouchi sekisan chi provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

S
San
From
Netherlands
Stayed here for one night to go to the snow monkey park the day after. Friendly and welcoming people, homey feel. Clean sleeping area and bathroom/toilet, spacious bedroom. Very close to the station.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews
Price from
US$103.48
1 night, 2 adults

Couch Potato Hostel

Matsumoto

Situated in Matsumoto and with Matsumoto Station reachable within 1 km, Couch Potato Hostel features free bikes, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

Y
Yuen Yee
From
Hong Kong
Take, the owner of the hostel, is a very welcoming, friendly nice guy. He apparently runs the hostel all by himself with help from friends sometimes. He lives there as well. The hostel is well maintained, very clean and spacious. There are two mixed dormitories downstairs, two single beds and two three-bed rooms upstairs. Two toilets and a shower downstairs, and one toilet and shower upstairs. The place feels very homely. I met quite a few other solo travellers that night during my stay and we all had a lovely chat. It was a great atmosphere. Take even goes out of his way to recommend me dinner options and next day itinerary recommendations. Guy has a drawn map for evening and morning food options, as well as biking and walking route for sightseeing. For the nearby onsen, take prepares a shower kit for guests to bring for use over there. Honestly I felt well taken care of, in a safe and comfortable location. The living room and kitchen is free to use for guests. Matsumoto felt like a safe town too and everywhere was easily accessible on foot or on bike. It is a hostel I will visit again for sure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 806 reviews
Price from
US$80.80
1 night, 2 adults

MOUNTAinn Nagiso

Nagiso

Providing free WiFi, MOUNTAinn Nagiso is located in Nagiso, 4.7 km from Kotoku-ji Temple and 4.7 km from Sekibutsu Kanzan Jittoku Statue.

S
Sue
From
New Zealand
We enjoyed having the whole house to ourselves and having lots of space to spread out. We had a very warm welcome from the lady who checked us in, she was fantastic and very helpful. The house is a beautifully converted old shop. It has been renovated exceptionally, and it was lovely and clean and spacious. The traditional Japanese style mattresses were the most comfortable we have had in Japan so far. The road below can be a little noisy at night with trucks but it did not affect us having a lovely stay, and there is a room upstairs on the other side that you could request if you wanted the quieter room. There is a supermarket 100m down the road, and the little restaurant next door was delicious for dinner. We would happily stay here again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
US$322.57
1 night, 2 adults

Hai Lodge

Otari

Set in Otari, less than 1 km from Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area, Hai Lodge offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

K
Katie
From
New Zealand
The location was perfect! We stayed in winter during the ski season so there were plenty of shuttle services to help everyone get around. the staff were all so lovely !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
US$117.53
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Yui-an

Nagiso

Situated in Nagiso, 8.4 km from Kotoku-ji Temple, Hostel Yui-an features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Y
Yvonne
From
Norway
I enjoyd everything. Such a treat in every way. The staff was so kind and helpfull. Good food, comfy japanese room - and esch guest got a bedwarmer to heat up the bed with, how nice is that? I highly recommend Hostel You-an. Yvonne
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 587 reviews
Price from
US$204.40
1 night, 2 adults

Kashiwaya Inn

Nagiso

Located in Nagiso, 5.6 km from Kotoku-ji Temple, Kashiwaya Inn provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

C
Chiara
From
Italy
This inn brings you back to another time. It’s perfectly located in the heart of a charming mountain village - quiet, peaceful, and very close to the Nakasendo trail, yet not in the overly touristy area. The building is a traditional wooden house, beautifully decorated with tasteful details that make it both authentic and cool. Our room was remarkably spacious, especially by Japanese standards, making it a very comfortable place to stay. But what makes the experience exceptional is the atmosphere: the surrounding neighborhood is wonderfully genuine, and the young owner runs the inn with great care and warmth. He manages to make the experience feel special and privileged. He even took the time to show us the nearby temple and prepared a delicious dinner, introducing us to a locally brewed and quite unique sake. We wholeheartedly recommend staying here and wish him all the best in this beautiful adventure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
Price from
US$181.09
1 night, 2 adults

白馬シェア Hakuba share

Hakuba

Located in Hakuba, within 43 km of Nagano Station and 44 km of Zenkoji Temple, 白馬シェア Hakuba share offers free WiFi throughout the property.

A
Aithan
From
China
It is very close to Hakuba JR Station. You can walk a short distance each day to take the shuttle bus to the snow resort. The staff was very kind and the check-in process went very smoothly. The rooms are very large and feel perfect for 4 people, and the value for money is excellent. The view out of the room was excellent. There is a parking lot outside the hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Price from
US$76.65
1 night, 2 adults

Keimichi Guest House

Hakuba

Located in Hakuba, 9 km from Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area, Keimichi Guest House provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

G
George
From
Australia
Great staff great location great facilities
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews
Price from
US$53.97
1 night, 2 adults

UNPLAN Village Hakuba

Otari

Featuring 2-star accommodation, UNPLAN Village Hakuba is set in Otari, 500 metres from Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area and 6.1 km from Hakuba Cortina Ski Area.

V
Valerie
From
Hong Kong
Breakfast spread was very good, with local jams and a toaster for bread. The heating in the rooms is better than some of the local options and the bathrooms + shared areas were very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 328 reviews
Price from
US$287.06
1 night, 2 adults

ZEN Hostel

Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi

Located in Yamanouchi, within 4.3 km of Jigokudani Monkey Park and 10 km of Ryuoo Ski Park, ZEN Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

S
Santhosh
From
Japan
The place was at an ideal location, staff was nice. Helpful. Good value for money. You get all you expect from a tatami room for that price
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Price from
US$63.88
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$76.65
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Great location, love the spacious and traditional Japanese style room.
Guest review by
Yi Fang
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$66.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews
Self-service check in allow much flexibility. The facility is clean and comfortable. The hostel provide free bicycle rental services that are essential in moving in Hakuba without a car.
Guest review by
On
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Gaspard the owner/operator is fantastic! Great guy and very knowledgable about Hakuba. His backpackers lodge is great fun. Would definitely recommend this to people travelling to Hakuba. Great opportunities to socialise and meet new people! Liam and Bianca the staff were also very helpful and great fun.
Guest review by
Lawson
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 587 reviews
Probably the best hostel we’ve ever stayed at. Peaceful locations, stunningly restored and renovated building, great food. Could have stayed a few days, wish we had longer.
Guest review by
J
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$160.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
Very nice staff with very good command of English. Feels very safe and welcoming for backpackers.
Guest review by
Iola
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews
The best hostel I have ever been in. Great food and Sake in the restaurant and the Onsen is wonderful after a day of hiking. It is a bit old school but I love that. You can also easily reach Lake Misuzu by foot.
Guest review by
Matthias
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$51.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 672 reviews
The Hostel is near the train station so it's really convenient. The accommodation are great too. Nice to stay some nights and visit the Alps on low budget
Guest review by
Solenne
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$73.46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 806 reviews
All! The people who run the hostel have made a jewel out of this place. Nice, clean, lovely decorated with charm and vintage 👌 lots of tips. And smiles always for the guest. Thank you, dear Couch potato owners, you deserve the best of the ratings. Long live to backpacker stylish hostel
Guest review by
Ingrid
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$46.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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The location, 5 min walk from the Nagano station, was ideal to us. Nagano is a really small city, so you are at a quick stroll from everywhere. Another good point is that the hostel offers free of charge soft drinks and coffee from 4PM to 10 AM. The facilities were clean and in good shape, the bunk beds were confortable and with privacy.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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