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Guesthouse Matsushiro Walkers, hotel in 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.

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 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
213 reviews
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$50.02
1 night, 2 adults
Mash Cafe & Bed NAGANO, hotel in 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.

Only good thing is the location 5 minutes walk from train station.
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
2,096 reviews
Price from
$90.55
1 night, 2 adults
Guest House Kura, hotel in Nagano

Located in Suzaka, within 1.2 miles of Suzaka Zoo and 8.6 miles of Zenkoji Temple, Guest House Kura has accommodations with a shared lounge as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

Super charming hostel, very friendly hosts, great neighborhood and very fun to walk around
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
110 reviews
Price from
$79.78
1 night, 2 adults
Yamanouchi sekisan chi, hotel in 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.

Friendly owner. Somewhat private room, instead of usual hostel setting. Comes with free ticket to the onsen in front of the station. 30 mins stroll to Shibu Onsen. If going to Shiga-kogen, load up with necessities at Lawson Yudanaka Station, as there is not much at Shiga-kogen.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
146 reviews
Price from
$94.03
1 night, 2 adults
ZEN Hostel, hotel in Nagano

Located in Yamanouchi, 2.7 miles from Jigokudani Monkey Park, ZEN Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

Nicely located to transit station. Old school type of place. Cool/ cold in hallways in winter but nice Japanese style rooms. Great showers. The one staff person was very nice, great person and so helpful.
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
109 reviews
Price from
$85.48
1 night, 2 adults
NOZARU ONSEN HOSTEL, hotel in 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.

The hostel is traditional ryokan which I really liked, it has separate indoor onsen and small outdoor bath. The owner is very friendly. I’m a remote worker and internet worked really well. Close walk or a bus ride to both Monkey Park and the station.
Scored 5.6
5.6
Rated okay
Above average
389 reviews
Price from
$45.72
1 night, 2 adults
1166 Backpackers, hotel in 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.

The staff were incredibly friendly, and I absolutely loved the tea they served. The traditional Japanese house is stunning, and the hot water bottle was such a thoughtful touch. I’ll definitely be back—thank you so much!
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
591 reviews
Local Knot Backpackers -Moritomizu-, hotel in Nagano

Located within a 11-minute walk of Nagano Station and 1.9 miles of Zenkoji Temple, Local Knot Backpackers -Moritomizu- provides rooms in Nagano.

It was my first time staying at a hostel and I was just hoping the room I would be staying in would have enough things to keep me warm from the cold winter season and it did. The bathroom was clean and even has a heater inside. I'd totally book here again when I'm back
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
218 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 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 591 reviews
    Best Hostel/Guesthouse ever.
    Rebekka Fröhling
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 591 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
    Rubik3141
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,096 reviews
    Great well run hostel with large mixed capsule dormitory and some smaller private rooms right next to Nagano Station - ladies dormitory avail.
    Vincent
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 591 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.
    Erica
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 591 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
    Cameron
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $107.91
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,740 reviews
    Great location, safe and central, only a short walk from the train station. Beautiful views of the mountains, clean and spacious rooms
    Milly
    Family with young children
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 591 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.
    Arthur
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 591 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!
    Sandro Bernardinello
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,096 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.
    Sally
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 591 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
    Eden Levin
    Solo traveler

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