About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: 1166 Backpackers in Nagano offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and tatami floors. Each room includes a kitchenette, washing machine, and free WiFi. Convenient Facilities: Guests can enjoy a lounge, shared kitchen, housekeeping service, and full-day security. Additional amenities include bike hire, luggage storage, and paid parking. Prime Location: Located less than 1 km from Zenkoji Temple and 2 km from Nagano Station, the hostel is 74 km from Matsumoto Airport. Nearby attractions include Suzaka City Zoo (14 km) and Jigokudani Monkey Park (32 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly staff and excellent service support, 1166 Backpackers ensures a comfortable and convenient stay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Franziska
    Spain Spain
    Absolutely everything was fantastic in 1166 backpackers! We were received and welcomed so warmly and the staff gave us a great overview about things to do in Nagano and surroundings. Everyone is so friendly and caring, really exceptional and we...
  • Andrea
    Austria Austria
    I‘m not a big fan of hostels but this place is different. Amazing vibes, super friendly staff, just a great stay.
  • Simon
    Netherlands Netherlands
    the staff were so kind and helpful. they have very good reccomendations of things to do in the area. the whole house also had such a nice relaxing atmosphere that really makes it feel like home. greatly reccomend this place, I wish I had stayed...
  • Andrea
    Germany Germany
    The staff was brilliant, very helpful and friendly.
  • Nina
    France France
    Just Perfect! They truly want you to enjoy your stay in Nagano. They give excellent advice and suggestions. It's very clean and the common area is really nice. The localisation is also perfect. Two nights wasn't enough, I wish I had more time to...
  • Dagne
    Lithuania Lithuania
    It was definitely the most welcoming place I have stayed at recently. I extended my stay for one more night right after the first evening here. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and they truly manage to create a “back home” feeling. I like...
  • Leon
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The Staff was very passionate and gave amazing tips and recommendations. I felt like home immediately and met great people. It's also very clean and comfortable. Thank you! :)
  • Salvatori
    Italy Italy
    As everyone said, this is a very special place!! Not only is it beautiful, but everyone is super warm, and the staff is incredibly helpful and sweet. They helped me plan my trip to Togakushi (with the supply of a bear bell and an umbrella which...
  • Kim
    Sweden Sweden
    It’s a little bit away from the station but easily with a bus. Close to the temple. Extremely helpful and kind staff that can guide and inspire.
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous little place with some of the best staff I’ve come across over years of travelling. They cannot do enough to help you. Also meticulously clean and well equipped with lots of nice touches. Feels authentic but effectively modernised. You...

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

You must inform the property in advance what time you plan to check in. If your check-in time changes, please update the property.

Bookings can only be guaranteed until 21:00. After 21:00, check-in is not allowed.

The entrance closes at 21:00, but at check-in guests are provided with a passcode for entrance after this time.

Luggage storage before check-in is available upon advance request.

Reception is closed between 12:00 and 16:00. Guests arriving outside check-in hours must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

For groups, each guest is required to check-in during check-in hours.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.