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Yamanouchi sekisan chi

Yokokura

Featuring a shared bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms will provide you with a mountain view. All units include bed linen.

Nagano Station is 32 km from Yamanouchi sekisan chi, while Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 31 km away. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 103 km from the hostel. this traditional japanese style house is being run by a lovely lady who made us feel very welcome. You really feel like at home. Perfect for a group of friends or a family. Great food. You should definitely eat here. We stayed during August

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9.3
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

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. The property is situated 43 km from Nagano Station, 44 km from Zenkoji Temple and 1.9 km from Happo-One Ski Resort. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also offer free WiFi. Guest rooms include bed linen. We love Keimichi. The staff are the most friendly in town, the rooms were clean and comfortable, and the price is unbeatable. Keimichi is the place to stay in Hakuba. 10/10 would recommend.

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9.1
Superb
577 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Couch Potato Hostel

Matsumoto

All rooms in the hostel are fitted with a coffee machine. The rooms include a shared bathroom, a bidet and a hairdryer, and some rooms at Couch Potato Hostel have a safety deposit box. All units have bed linen. What a place. Super friendly, huge kitchen, huge common area, lots and lots and lots of nice info about local restaurants, temples, onsens. Oh, and free bicycle to roam the city! 10/10 would totally come back here

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9.6
Exceptional
489 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Guesthouse Kazenowa 1 stars

Asahi

Set in Asahi, 19 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, Guesthouse Kazenowa offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 21 km from Matsumoto Station. Even though I made a last minute decision to visit Asahi the hosts were very nice and helpful! The atmosphere in the guesthouse was great.

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9.1
Superb
163 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

The Bohemians' Shelter 1 stars

Hakuba

Situated in Hakuba, The Bohemians' Shelter is located a 5-minute drive from Happo-One Ski Resort. This property is nestled in a quiet forest where guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and bar. Free WiFi is provided in all areas and private parking is available on site. A free shuttle service is available to take guests to nearby ski lifts. Everything was great. Gaspard is the most amazing host, shuttling us to and from ski resorts and around town and helping us with anything we needed Roy is a great chef and I miss his cooking already. Thank you guys for having us!

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9.3
Superb
154 reviews

Hostel Yui-an 1 stars

Nagiso

Situated in Nagiso, 36 km from Ōi, 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. Amazing traditional Japanese home surrounded by nature. A great place to chil and disconnect. The staff were super friendly and the food very tasty. Thanks!!!

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9.6
Exceptional
366 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

1166 Backpackers 1 stars

Nagano

Guests sleep in a bunk bed in a shared dormitory room, equipped with a curtain and a private light. Private rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor and traditional futon bedding. All rooms provide personal safes and complimentary green tea. Toilets and bathrooms are shared. Location, friendliness and helpfulness of staff, reasonable cost, exceptional cleanliness for an older facility.

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9.3
Superb
405 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Guest House Kura 1 stars

Suzaka

Guest House Kura offers affordable dormitory-style accommodations in a building that was formerly a traditional Kura warehouse for storing silk. Guests can enjoy looking out into the traditional garden and free parking is available on-site. Free Wi-Fi is available at the entire property and Suzaka Train Station is a 15-minute walk away. Yuki is so kind and hospitable. She has so much knowledge of where to go and how to get there. I enjoyed meeting other solo travelers in a cozy environment with complimentary tea.

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9.1
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

K's House Hakuba Alps - Travelers Hostel 1 stars

Hakuba

A 9-minute walk from JR Kamishiro Station, K's House Hakuba Alps features a common lounge area and rooms with free Wi-Fi. It is located in Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture.

Dormitories and Japanese style rooms are available at K's House Hakuba. Some dormitories offer shared bathroom facilities. This is my 3rd time staying at K's house Hakuba. Thank you Toshi san hosing and so happy to be here again. This time is the most memorable one ever. The first thing I must commend is the host; they are friendly and helpful, contributing significantly to making your stay more relaxing and comfortable. K's house is 5-10mins from Kamishiro Station, and 10mins walk to the Goryu snow resort. Daily shuttle bus available run by Goryu snow resort. It has got a well-Equipped Kitchen, with a fridge, toaster, microwave. The common area offers coffee and tea bags, as well as a snack area where guests can purchase quick and easy snacks. These amenities add to the convenience and comfort of the stay.

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9.5
Exceptional
151 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

MOUNTAinn Nagiso

Nagiso

Located in Nagiso, 32 km from Ōi, 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. It was crossing the street from the station! Very convenient and nice walking trail into Tsumago. The house is well equipped and the staff was super friendly.

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9.3
Superb
49 reviews
Price from
£216
per night

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