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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews
    From
    US$77
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
    From
    US$46
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,196 reviews
    From
    US$59
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews
    From
    US$64
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
    From
    US$54
    1 night, 2 adults
  • From
    US$69
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
    From
    US$64
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
    From
    US$64
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
    From
    US$103
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review
    From
    US$96
    1 night, 2 adults

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1166 Backpackers

Nagano

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.

J
Janina
From
Sweden
It’s a beautiful old house, close to a bus stop, convenience stores and Zenkōji temple. We stayed in a private room which was very charming and had all we needed. But most importantly, the staff - every single person - are so kind and welcoming. They helped me with so many things and played with my two daughters so much that they didn’t want to leave.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews
Price from
US$76.64
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Matsushiro Walkers

Nagano

Situated within 10 km of Nagano Station and 12 km of Zenkoji Temple, Guesthouse Matsushiro Walkers features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Nagano.

K
Kane
From
Canada
Excellent location for walking around Matsushiro.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
Price from
US$54.28
1 night, 2 adults

Dot Hostel Nagano

Nagano

Set in Nagano, within 500 metres of Zenkoji Temple and 2.5 km of Nagano Station, Dot Hostel Nagano provides a bar.

S
Simthesquid
From
France
Nice cosy place. The atmosphere is prone to meet people. The owner of the place was very friendly and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
Price from
US$45.98
1 night, 2 adults

Local Knot Backpackers

Nagano

Located within less than 1 km of Nagano Station and 3.1 km of Zenkoji Temple, Local Knot Backpackers features rooms in Nagano. This 1-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with a shared bathroom.

N
Nicolai
From
United Kingdom
I like everything about this place! Thanks to all the staff! This is one of the best and welcoming guesthouses I have ever been in all my travels around the world. Thanks to all! Unforgettable stay here. Really felt like home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews
Price from
US$63.86
1 night, 2 adults

Mash Cafe & Bed NAGANO

Nagano

Mash Cafe & Bed NAGANO has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Nagano. Located around 1.8 km from Zenkoji Temple, the hostel with free WiFi is also 13 km away from Suzaka City Zoo.

L
Lara
From
Brazil
Super well located, 2 min walk from the main station. The rooms are big, clean and silent, and there’s a nice cafe in the ground floor which I recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,196 reviews
Price from
US$59.39
1 night, 2 adults

Guest House Kura

Suzaka (Near Nagano)

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.

A
Antonio
From
Italy
Just one night, but it was an amazing staying. The place, the staff (Rio is an incredible person), the location. I wish to come back in the future if possible!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
US$63.86
1 night, 2 adults

Yamanouchi sekisan chi

Yokokura (Near Nagano)

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.

K
Karina eliane
From
Brazil
I just loved this place. All very well taking care, you feel very at home. The honer is really sweet and ready to help, she is fantastic. The place is clean, cozy , food is so good! You feel completely at home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
Price from
US$103.46
1 night, 2 adults

ZEN Hostel

Yamanouchi (Near Nagano)

Located in Yamanouchi, within 4.3 km of Jigokudani Monkey Park and 10 km of Ryuoo Ski Park, ZEN Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

T
Tammy
From
Australia
Location was perfect for the snow, the snow monkeys and it was a beautiful community. The restaurant recommendations from the zen hostel were perfect and we finished every dinner with local pudding.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
US$63.86
1 night, 2 adults

aouei

Myoko (Near Nagano)

Located in Myoko, within 28 km of Zenkoji Temple and 30 km of Nagano Station, 癒し宿 aouei provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

g
grit_osaka
From
Japan
Great shared space (living room & kitchen) and all recently renovated.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
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1166 Backpackers

Nagano

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.

J
Janina
From
Sweden
It’s a beautiful old house, close to a bus stop, convenience stores and Zenkōji temple. We stayed in a private room which was very charming and had all we needed. But most importantly, the staff - every single person - are so kind and welcoming. They helped me with so many things and played with my two daughters so much that they didn’t want to leave.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews
Price from
US$76.64
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Matsushiro Walkers

Nagano

Situated within 10 km of Nagano Station and 12 km of Zenkoji Temple, Guesthouse Matsushiro Walkers features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Nagano.

K
Kane
From
Canada
Excellent location for walking around Matsushiro.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
Price from
US$54.28
1 night, 2 adults

Dot Hostel Nagano

Nagano

Set in Nagano, within 500 metres of Zenkoji Temple and 2.5 km of Nagano Station, Dot Hostel Nagano provides a bar.

S
Simthesquid
From
France
Nice cosy place. The atmosphere is prone to meet people. The owner of the place was very friendly and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
Price from
US$45.98
1 night, 2 adults

Local Knot Backpackers

Nagano

Located within less than 1 km of Nagano Station and 3.1 km of Zenkoji Temple, Local Knot Backpackers features rooms in Nagano. This 1-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with a shared bathroom.

N
Nicolai
From
United Kingdom
I like everything about this place! Thanks to all the staff! This is one of the best and welcoming guesthouses I have ever been in all my travels around the world. Thanks to all! Unforgettable stay here. Really felt like home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews
Price from
US$63.86
1 night, 2 adults

Mash Cafe & Bed NAGANO

Nagano

Mash Cafe & Bed NAGANO has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Nagano. Located around 1.8 km from Zenkoji Temple, the hostel with free WiFi is also 13 km away from Suzaka City Zoo.

L
Lara
From
Brazil
Super well located, 2 min walk from the main station. The rooms are big, clean and silent, and there’s a nice cafe in the ground floor which I recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,196 reviews
Price from
US$59.39
1 night, 2 adults

Guest House Kura

Suzaka (Near Nagano)

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.

A
Antonio
From
Italy
Just one night, but it was an amazing staying. The place, the staff (Rio is an incredible person), the location. I wish to come back in the future if possible!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
US$63.86
1 night, 2 adults

Yamanouchi sekisan chi

Yokokura (Near Nagano)

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.

K
Karina eliane
From
Brazil
I just loved this place. All very well taking care, you feel very at home. The honer is really sweet and ready to help, she is fantastic. The place is clean, cozy , food is so good! You feel completely at home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
Price from
US$103.46
1 night, 2 adults

ZEN Hostel

Yamanouchi (Near Nagano)

Located in Yamanouchi, within 4.3 km of Jigokudani Monkey Park and 10 km of Ryuoo Ski Park, ZEN Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

T
Tammy
From
Australia
Location was perfect for the snow, the snow monkeys and it was a beautiful community. The restaurant recommendations from the zen hostel were perfect and we finished every dinner with local pudding.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
US$63.86
1 night, 2 adults

aouei

Myoko (Near Nagano)

Located in Myoko, within 28 km of Zenkoji Temple and 30 km of Nagano Station, 癒し宿 aouei provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

g
grit_osaka
From
Japan
Great shared space (living room & kitchen) and all recently renovated.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
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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 out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Nagano

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,196 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews
Best Hostel/Guesthouse ever.
Guest review by
Rebekka Fröhling
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 841 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
Guest review by
Rubik3141
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$152.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,196 reviews
Great well run hostel with large mixed capsule dormitory and some smaller private rooms right next to Nagano Station - ladies dormitory avail.
Guest review by
Vincent
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 841 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.
Guest review by
Erica
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 841 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
Guest review by
Cameron
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 841 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.
Guest review by
Arthur
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 841 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!
Guest review by
Sandro Bernardinello
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$152.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,196 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.
Guest review by
Sally
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 841 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
Guest review by
Eden Levin
Solo traveller