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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. In a prime location in the Yudanaka Onsen district, this hostel offers ski-to-door access, as well as a hot spring bath. The property is non-smoking and is set 10 km from Ryuoo Ski Park. Amazing place i enjoyed so much. It’s so cozy, very authentic, you get onsen tickets everyday, few minutes walk from the station, free drinks, and there is food available also. Just amazing

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9.3
Superb
237 reviews
Price from
US$28
per night

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. The property is around 3.9 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, 29 km from Canora Hall and 600 metres from Matsumoto Castle. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. The facilities were really nice, clean. The staff was super friendly, they recommendations for everything. This was the best hostel I ever stayed, it didn't feel like a hostel, but more as a hotel. Also there was common place for people to hang out and chat in the evening.

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9.6
Exceptional
781 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

Located in Nagiso, 4.7 km from Kotoku-ji Temple, MOUNTAinn Nagiso features views of the river. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Each room is fitted with a balcony with mountain views and free WiFi.

Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a bidet, a hairdryer and a desk. The rooms at the hostel are fitted with a shared bathroom and bed linen. My party of 5 total stayed only one night when hiking the Magome to Nagiso section of the Nakasendo. Proximity to train station and Nakasendo trail was the original selling point, but we fell in love with the place as soon as our host toured us around. It feels like staying at an artsy bed and breakfast, except you provide the breakfast and you get the entire place to yourself. There's small, delightful touches of personality and hospitality every where you look. We did not want for anything. Our sweet host met us at the front door to enter data from our passports and then gave us a walk through of the building. Two toilets and two showers was perfect for a group of 5. Fridge and other kitchen appliances work great. We listened to the CD disc player on the wall while reading the books and it was a lovely experience.The futons were placed very thoughtfully according to our parties needs. In addition to the trail and train station, there's a grocery store, a historic bridge and a cafe all within a couple minutes walk. The patios were a great hang out spot and we saw monkeys near the river around 7am. Honestly, I wish we had stayed longer but our plans dictated we move on. Next time we will try to book a few more nights so we can explore the area more!

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9.3
Superb
108 reviews
Price from
US$336
per night

At the hostel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe. With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at Starfall Lodge also offer a mountain view.

Hakuba Cortina Ski Area is 14 km from the hostel, while Togakushi Shrine is 41 km away. Matsumoto Airport is 67 km from the property. The staff and overall environment of the lodge was great. It was a nice communal space and community out there, with loads of help and great conversations to ease you in.

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9.3
Superb
119 reviews

Located in Hakuba, 8.3 km from Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area, The Bohemians' Shelter provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a concierge service. Guests can make use of a bar. The Bohemians Shelter is the place to go if you want to Ski in Japan. The house is surrounded by nature, and if your lucky, your greeted by snow monkeys on your way to the slopes. The house is clean and very cozy. Its a place to meet new people, make friends and new connections. Moreover the owner Gaspar is fantastic. Always ready to help you with whatever you need, and a super nice guy! Most nights they offer a delicious dinner to a very affordable price! Cant wait to be back!

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9.5
Exceptional
230 reviews
Price from
US$329
per night

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. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. I've stayed in a lot of different ski accommodation! This one is by far the best! The crew is second to none, such a nice gang of friendly and caring people! The shuttles to the ski resorts and free shuttles to the Onsen made it the perfect place to stay! Breakfast was perfect as well! Immaculate vibes! Will be back!

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9.2
Superb
101 reviews

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. With free WiFi, this 1-star hostel has a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, free shuttle service and luggage storage for guests. Best stay for nakasendo hike, very friendly hosts who gave us a hint for the alternative nakasendo trail that lead us through a marvellous bamboo forest

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9.7
Exceptional
577 reviews
Price from
US$168
per night

1166 Backpackers is located in Nagano, within less than 1 km of Zenkoji Temple and 2.5 km of Nagano Station. With a shared lounge, the 1-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. I liked everything there. Probably my most memorable place of the past 3 weeks of traveling, and the level was high in most of the places I've been. On top is the incredibly nice, helpful, and sociable staff. They gave a lot of advice on what to do, and what to eat around, they like conversation, and even organised a dinner together. It's the type of place that makes you want to stay longer, and regret you didn't book more nights. The house is perfectly designed to encourage social contact, with the main lobby as entrance, and a unique big table in the middle. It's the type of place where everyone knows each other from day 1. It really feels comfy, like a home outside of home.

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9.4
Superb
795 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

There are large sofas and a big TV in the lounge area, making it a perfect place to kick back and relax after spending a day on the ski slopes or hiking the trails. The property offers free luggage and ski storage services, and offers discount lift tickets. Laundry facilities can be used for free. The room is cozy and clean with a picturesque view outside. Further, the service is exceptional. The staff are nice and attentive to your needs.

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9.1
Superb
173 reviews

Situated in Suzaka, 1.9 km from Suzaka City Zoo, Guest House Kura features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a concierge service and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 14 km from Zenkoji Temple. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Nice quiet location and plenty of food options nearby. Only 14 minutes from Suzaka station and around 2 hours from the monkey park. If you're in the Nagano City area I can definitely recommend guesthouse Kura👍

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9.3
Superb
136 reviews
Price from
US$33
per night

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