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Cocomock House, hotel in Takayama

Situated in Takayama, within 24 km of Takayama Station and 26 km of Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village, Cocomock House features accommodation with ski-to-door access and as well as free private parking...

The place was great and better than expected. I was expecting hostel conditions, but it's more comfortable, intimate and spacious than your regular hostel. Baths are shared and for showering you put your name on a list for a time slot. It works out smoothly, since there aren't that many rooms actually in the whole place. The people are very friendly and it was a great one-night pitstop while exploring the mountainous Gifu prefecture!
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
167 reviews
Price from
£57
1 night, 2 adults
K's House Takayama Oasis [2nd K's Hostel], hotel in Takayama

Only a 2-minute walk from JR Takayama Station, K's House Takayama Oasis offers free WiFi throughout the property.

very good location nice staff very clean and comfy
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
654 reviews
Price from
£52
1 night, 2 adults
Sakura Guest House, hotel in Takayama

Sakura Guest House is a 10-minute walk from Hida Takayama-mura Folk Village, and offers private and dormitory rooms with free Wi-Fi and shared bathrooms.

Location is a bit far from the center but the hostel offers free rides in the morning that are very convenient to go to the station and walk from there. Good showers and shared kitchen.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
620 reviews
Price from
£40
1 night, 2 adults
Hostel Miyagawa by Murasaki Ryokan, hotel in Takayama

Featuring a shared lounge, Hostel Miyagawa by Murasaki Ryokan is located in the centre of Takayama, less than 1 km from Takayama Station.

Lovely room with a nice view over the Takayama river and basically 2 mins walking from the old city. Nice decoration in the room and the futons were comfy. Was also great to rent bikes during the day
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
220 reviews
Price from
£35
1 night, 2 adults
Natural Onsen Hostel Hidamari no Yu, hotel in Takayama

Boasting spacious hot spring baths for a fee, Natural Onsen Hostel Hidamari no Yu is hostel accommodation located in Takayama.

Clean, staff super nice, this is a small town so do not expect they would speak English but they try really hard to explain themselves using the translator and super nice and helping in everything they can
Scored 5.6
5.6
Rated okay
Above average
144 reviews
Price from
£45
1 night, 2 adults
Tomato Takayama Station, hotel in Takayama

Situated in Takayama, 2.1 km from Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village, Tomato Takayama Station features views of the city. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

We were accomodated in different place than was advertised, so I cannot review anything. Price was high, but it could be because of the autumn festival that was happening that day.
Scored 6.7
6.7
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
21 reviews
Price from
£557
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.
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  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 863 reviews
    Very friendly, helpful and kind staff - they contacted the police for me when I left my wallet full of money at a market stall (and it wasn’t there when I returned to the stall). My wallet was never found in the end but I’m grateful for their efforts. The hostel is a great location - ~10 min walk from train/bus station and main hub of Takayama. It is also kept very clean! Personal lockers in dorm rooms were also a bonus!
    Lucy
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 863 reviews
    Great location ~10min walk to bus/train station and city center. Right next to 7/11. Very spacious dormitory, great kitchen with free coffee and great common room with extras.
    Cappie.P
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 410 reviews
    Good for backpackers or solo travellers who enjoy meeting new people in a guesthouse as there will be other people around.
    Eugenia
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £229.63
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 3,532 reviews
    Great cheap stay with washing machines in the room, close to the station, great view.
    James
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £192.01
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 597 reviews
    Great location just near the train station and the bus terminal to various locations like Kamikochi, Shin Hotaka Ropeway just to name a few. Super clean rooms with charging points on the Sofa, nice balcony facing the train track (but we couldn't hear a thing with the glass doors closed. We got the 2 x queen size + 2 bunk beds combo for 3 persons. It will be great for families.
    Yew Cheong
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £40.20
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 620 reviews
    It's like a youth hostel of an higher grade. We'll facilitate kitchen. Shared Toilet is clean, spacious with basket available to put clothes. You don't need to bring a bag
    Gloria
    People with friends
  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 211 reviews
    This was such a fabulous hostel. Great location, 5 mins from the station. Such a nice chill area and kitchen inside. I had the most fabulous sleep in their super-comfy bed! Very well priced single room - such a luxury! First mattress in Japan that was soft enough for me as a side sleeper. Helpful, friendly staff. Lots of info provided. Can't fault it
    Francesca_Walton
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £40.20
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 620 reviews
    The staff is so nice and the location on the hill is very cute. There is a direct bus going into the city just 2 minutes downhill. The bed was really cozy with a big blanket and curtains. The hostel is in an older style but all so clean and I instantly felt safe and cozy there.
    Clarissa
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,298 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've stayed at in Japan. Lovely traditional style building/rooms and it was clean with good facilities. Great location and staff gave good tips for food etc. Super sociable hostel - group of us chilled out drinking the (free) hostel sake in the tatami room!
    Piers
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 211 reviews
    Great location close to JR Takayama station and walking distance to lots of shops and restaurants. K’s House has the friendliest staff who have a lot of knowledge of the area and are always happy to help. The communal areas (kitchen, dining and living areas) are great - a lot of newer hostels we went to didn’t have this! The rooms and bathrooms are basic but fine for the price (we had a private bunk bed room). Overall we liked staying here!
    Sonja
    Young couple

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