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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. In a prime location in the Yudanaka Onsen district, this hostel offers ski-to-door access, as well as a hot spring bath. The property is non-smoking and is set 10 km from Ryuoo Ski Park. Great atmosphere. Nice family room. Free onsen tickets. Affordable tasty dinner. Easy parking in front. Close to monkey park. .

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9.3
Superb
256 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

Situated in Matsumoto and with Matsumoto Station reachable within 1 km, Couch Potato Hostel features free bikes, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around 3.9 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, 29 km from Canora Hall and 600 metres from Matsumoto Castle. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. Perfect experience. Vibe, staff, facilities all 10/10

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9.6
Exceptional
813 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

Providing free WiFi, MOUNTAinn Nagiso is located in Nagiso, 4.7 km from Kotoku-ji Temple and 4.7 km from Sekibutsu Kanzan Jittoku Statue. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a mountain view.

Otsumago is 6 km from the hostel, while Magome Observatory is 12 km away. Matsumoto Airport is 83 km from the property. My party of 5 total stayed only one night when hiking the Magome to Nagiso section of the Nakasendo. Proximity to train station and Nakasendo trail was the original selling point, but we fell in love with the place as soon as our host toured us around. It feels like staying at an artsy bed and breakfast, except you provide the breakfast and you get the entire place to yourself. There's small, delightful touches of personality and hospitality every where you look. We did not want for anything. Our sweet host met us at the front door to enter data from our passports and then gave us a walk through of the building. Two toilets and two showers was perfect for a group of 5. Fridge and other kitchen appliances work great. We listened to the CD disc player on the wall while reading the books and it was a lovely experience.The futons were placed very thoughtfully according to our parties needs. In addition to the trail and train station, there's a grocery store, a historic bridge and a cafe all within a couple minutes walk. The patios were a great hang out spot and we saw monkeys near the river around 7am. Honestly, I wish we had stayed longer but our plans dictated we move on. Next time we will try to book a few more nights so we can explore the area more!

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9.3
Superb
113 reviews
Price from
US$141
per night

At the hostel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe. With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at Starfall Lodge also offer a mountain view.

Hakuba Cortina Ski Area is 14 km from the hostel, while Togakushi Shrine is 41 km away. Matsumoto Airport is 67 km from the property. The staff was very friendly and helpful

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9.3
Superb
119 reviews
Price from
US$190
per night

Located in Hakuba, 8.3 km from Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area, The Bohemians' Shelter provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a concierge service. Guests can make use of a bar. This place is the best for a relaxing ski trip

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9.5
Exceptional
230 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

Set in Otari, less than 1 km from Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area, Hai Lodge offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. Amazing atmosphere, great staff. Couldn’t fault it

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9.2
Superb
101 reviews
Price from
US$48
per night

Situated in Nagiso, 8.4 km from Kotoku-ji Temple, 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. Extremely friendly staff, especially if you speak japanese. Delicious food, breakfast and dinner. Shuttle service for when you arrive in Nagiso is very good. Unbelievably comfy space, all traditional japanese style.

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9.7
Exceptional
598 reviews
Price from
US$109
per night

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. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. Oustanding staff. We met 4 ladies working there and they were all lovely and great to talk to. Very helpful recommendations and good social vibes.

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9.5
Exceptional
837 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

There are large sofas and a big TV in the lounge area, making it a perfect place to kick back and relax after spending a day on the ski slopes or hiking the trails. The property offers free luggage and ski storage services, and offers discount lift tickets. Laundry facilities can be used for free. The room is cozy and clean with a picturesque view outside. Further, the service is exceptional. The staff are nice and attentive to your needs.

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9.1
Superb
173 reviews
Price from
US$201
per night

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. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a concierge service and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 14 km from Zenkoji Temple. As someone whos stayed in over 50 accomodations while backpacking latin america and currently making my way through asia- guest house kura has to be one of my favorite. The guest house has all the feeling to it that you’d hope to experience on a trip to japan. The most beautiful combination of traditional Japanese architecture, paper walls, sliding doors, single pane glass windows, a garden in the back, Futons on the floor. Beyond the physical aspects, though, marina and momokas presence are what make the guest house exactly what it is. It feels more like a family than place you sleep. Their warmth and presence of sanctuary seep into the days that you’re there, and before you know it you’re saying goodbye not to strangers. Thank you for having me, and if not nothing else next time I’m in Japan I’ll return to Nagano solely for guest house kura

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9.4
Superb
148 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

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