Kumano Backpackers
647-1731 Wakayama, Tanabe, Hongu 159-1, Japan – Excellent location – show map
Kumano Backpackers
Kumano Backpackers is located in Tanabe and features a shared lounge and a communal kitchen. The property is set 164 feet from Kumano Hongu Taisha shrine and just a minute's walk away from Hongu Taisha Mae bus stop. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Each room here is fitted with bunk beds, and bathroom and toilet are shared for all rooms. The shared kitchen includes a microwave, an electric kettle and a coffee machine. The property is set 2.5 mi from Yunomine Hot Spring, 27 mi from Nachi Falls and 50 mi from Koyasan. The nearest airport is Kansai International Airport, 51 mi from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
Property highlights
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)
Free private parking
Hot spring bath
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Guests who stayed here loved
Eduardo
United States of America“Great location. One can say that is basically next to the Hongu Taisha (less than a minute walk). After a long day walking, all I needed was a peaceful place to sleep and although the dorm area was full, it was very quiet. I suppose we were all...”- MMargaret United States of America“Great place! Hongu is a wonderful town. Staff were nice and location next to the Temple was a bonus. Rooms and common facilities were clean. Hostel is well run by a Buddhist monk.”
- Margrit
Canada“Location, cleanliness, snacks and breakfast, helpful with shipping luggage, easy check-in at the café.” - Ovchinnikov
Russia“The host was very friendly and helpful. He speaks English very well, so we did not have any misunderstanig. It was very kind of him to provide us snacks and a little meal for breakfast. Also we could use the kitchen to cook our breakfast. Jam,...” - Arasaki United States of America“Enough bathrooms for all guests. A space for guests to mingle and get comfortable.”
- Connie United States of America“Host was great! Appreciated the bread to make PB&J (my dinner for the night), yogurt and bananas. Other travelers were quiet and respectful.”
Ranade
Japan“The stay was very comfortable and the staff was very helpful.”
Bryony
United Kingdom“Great value for money with a lovely host. This accomodation is ideal for kumano kodo trailers, with a washing machine available for use and other friendly walkers to chat to. Would recommend the ramen restaurant down the road 麺屋みつあし too, very...”- Karen
Australia“The dorm room was very private. The kitchen big. Very generous with basics tea coffee and a welcome gift of toast, yogurt and fruit. Wonderful.” - Ane
Spain“Great location, a lot fo facilities and nice staff, he showed us around the place and gave us some food for breakfast too! People say there is no food around but that is not true. The owners of the place have a cafe just across the street and...”
Property questions and answers
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Cafe Hongu
- CuisinePizza • International • European
Amenities of Kumano BackpackersGreat facilities! Review score, 8.2
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Toilet paper
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Linens
- Sun deck
- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
- Socket near the bed
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- HikingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Dining area
- Snack bar
- Restaurant
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Safe
- Adults only
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Fan
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Hot spring bathAdditional charge
- English
- Japanese
House rulesKumano Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Kumano Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about Kumano Backpackers
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Kumano Backpackers is 23 miles from the center of Tanabe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Kumano Backpackers is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 9:30 AM.
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The prices at Kumano Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Kumano Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Canoeing
- Hot spring bath
- Walking tours
- Tour or class about local culture
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Kumano Backpackers has 1 restaurant:
- Cafe Hongu
