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Mash Cafe & Bed NAGANO

Nagano

Mash Cafe & Bed NAGANO has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Nagano. Located around 1.1 miles from Zenkoji Temple, the hostel with free WiFi is also 7.9 miles away from Suzaka Zoo.

R
Rachel
From
Australia
Great capsule area, really comfortable and decent size, minimal noise heard from other guests. The hangout space downstairs was great, and the restaurant / bar onsite was fantastic. The staff were lovely and accommodating. Great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,156 reviews
Price from
$92.82
1 night, 2 adults

Yamanouchi sekisan chi

Yokokura (Near Nagano)

Located in Yokokura, 2.6 miles from Jigokudani Monkey Park, Yamanouchi sekisan chi provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

B
Boon
From
Singapore
Everything was great! It felt like you had your own room while visiting grandma's house. The traditional Japanese style house was very comfortable and cozy and it was a great place to rest after a long day out. All the basic necessities were available, and there was even a complimentary ticket to the onsen nearby. The host lady was very nice and caring, always ready to help if you needed something. Location was also great, a short walk from the nearby train/bus station terminal to get to wherever you need. There is also a convenience store if you need to get snacks, and if you're hungry the host also runs a local Snack Bar Kitchen that you can order food from! Will definitely stay here again when i return!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
Price from
$105.16
1 night, 2 adults

ZEN Hostel

Yamanouchi (Near Nagano)

Located in Yamanouchi, within 2.7 miles of Jigokudani Monkey Park and 6.2 miles of Ryuoo Ski Park, ZEN Hostel provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

S
Steven
From
United States
The building is over 250 years old and the owner is super nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
Price from
$64.91
1 night, 2 adults

NOZARU ONSEN HOSTEL

Yamanouchi (Near Nagano)

Featuring a hot spring bath and a terrace, Nozaru is a 7-minute drive from Yudanaka Station. It offers Japanese-style rooms, free WiFi at the lobby and a games room.

S
Simon
From
United Kingdom
Yes it's a bit old but for the money it's great. The Onsen is lovely too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 372 reviews
Price from
$61.67
1 night, 2 adults

1166 Backpackers

Nagano

1166 Backpackers is located in Nagano, within a 9-minute walk of Zenkoji Temple and 1.5 miles of Nagano Station. Featuring a shared lounge, the 1-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

N
Norma
From
Canada
Location, friendliness and helpfulness of staff, reasonable cost, exceptional cleanliness for an older facility.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 810 reviews

Guesthouse Matsushiro Walkers

Nagano

Located within 6.2 miles of Nagano Station and 7.5 miles of Zenkoji Temple, Guesthouse Matsushiro Walkers has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Nagano.

F
Fatma Aleyna
From
Japan
It was very clean and the manager was so kind. Matsushiro is a bit far from nagano’s center but you can get to this guesthouse by one bus from nagano station. Which takes 45 mins. And guesthouse is only 1 minute walking from bus stop
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

Dot Hostel Nagano

Nagano

Located in Nagano, within a 5-minute walk of Zenkoji Temple and 1.5 miles of Nagano Station, Dot Hostel Nagano has accommodations with a bar.

Y
Yuvaraj92
From
India
It's the best place for solo traveller's or backpackers
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

Local Knot Backpackers

Nagano

Located within a 11-minute walk of Nagano Station and 1.9 miles of Zenkoji Temple, Local Knot Backpackers has rooms in Nagano. This 1-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with a shared bathroom.

C
Chaiwat
From
Thailand
The staff are friendly and helpful. Good location near Nagano station, easy to access to Hakuba and Kamikochi.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews

Guest House Kura

Suzaka (Near Nagano)

Located in Suzaka, 1.2 miles from Suzaka Zoo, Guest House Kura has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

N
Nikki
From
Canada
Who wouldn’t want to stay in a 140 year old silk warehouse! This is probably one of the coolest hostels we have ever stayed in. Marina and staff, words cannot express how they went above and beyond, over and over. From accommodating the couple in our group to a shared location, to driving us to and from our car rental and suggesting the most amazing soba restaurant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

aouei

Myoko (Near Nagano)

Located in Myoko, within 18 miles of Zenkoji Temple and 19 miles of Nagano Station, 癒し宿 aouei provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
Best Hostel/Guesthouse ever.
Guest review by
Rebekka Fröhling
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
Best hostel I've been in Japan. The hosts are just the best, they are so nice and social, they really care and I had the best time there. The common area is very nice and the beds were comfortable too. They had free coffee and tea too. The washing machine was very cheap but it took a lot to dry. They give you so many nice recommendations for places to eat at and places to see. Overall a very good experience
Guest review by
Rubik3141
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $96.72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,156 reviews
Great well run hostel with large mixed capsule dormitory and some smaller private rooms right next to Nagano Station - ladies dormitory avail.
Guest review by
Vincent
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
Amazing staff give great recommendations and are always around for a chat! Facilities are clean and cosy, common room is really well set up to encourage hanging out and getting to know your fellow travellers. One of the best hostels I've ever stayed at.
Guest review by
Erica
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
The service is next level. We hadn't had such a warm welcome at a hostel for a while. The hot cups of tea and free snacks and scones made us feel so comfortable after a long travel day. The staff are so friendly and fun. The hostel is an old-style japanese inn so you can expect paper walls and same for the bathroom. You feel at home here and it's close to the temple and a cheap 100yr old bathhouse. A good place to connect with other travelers too
Guest review by
Cameron
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
Sweet sweet people! True backpackers vibes in that cosy hostel. I felt at home there, even though my stay in Nagano was short. If you’re backpacking the region, book there without hesitation.
Guest review by
Arthur
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
The atmosphere is very cozy, it feels like home! The staff was so kind and helpful! Thank you so much Hiroko-san for your kindness! Undoubtedly one of the best hostels I've been!
Guest review by
Sandro Bernardinello
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $96.72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,156 reviews
I needed somewhere to sleep on a tight budget as I had mis understood and booked elsewhere . This was the perfect solution. I have never used accomodation like this. I found it comfortable, exceptionally clean and safe.
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Sally
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
Best hostel I've stayed in in Japan so far. The hostess was SO sweet and kind, and the while place is very cozy and feels like home. Definitely worth the 20 mins walk from the train station
Guest review by
Eden Levin
Solo traveler