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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.

L
Leah
From
Germany
The atmosphere and the people were extraordinary
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$55.28
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.

O
Oliver
From
Netherlands
The man was really nice, he helped us find the best route to snow monkey park and even help us make a schedule for the day to see multiple beautiful and interesting sites of Nagano. I really recommend this!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
Location 7.8
Price from
US$52.21
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.

I
Isabella
From
Australia
The cleanliness and overall atmosphere was great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,154 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$44.84
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.

S
Simon
From
Israel
Amazing stuff, very helpful with all. Well located, just few minutes walk from the station. Nice common area to hang around.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$64.12
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.

I
Ilya
From
Israel
We've never experienced such friendliness and care before. The staff did above and beyond by anticipating all our needs and helping us visit many local attracttions. Kura Guesthouse is unique in how it connects the travellers to the local community, so almost every night we got a chance to meet young local people who come to the guesthouse just to hang out and practice English. Marina-san and her staff are the most amazing hosts we ever had. Every night we talked for hours with them and with other guests. The guesthouse is very accessible, only 40 minutes from Nagano by convenient public transport, and the local towns Suzaka, Obuse and Yudanaka have so much to offer that we felt like we just want to explore more and more. We stayed at Kura for 6 days, did nature hikes, saw beautiful temples and waterfalls, visited art museums and nice cafes, and there's still so much more to see that we couldn't fit in 6 days!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$116.08
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.

T
Tara
From
United States
Friendly host, clean bathroom, laundry, coffee, option for breakfast and lunch.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
US$82.92
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 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$87.83
1 night, 2 adults

ZEN Hostel

Yamanouchi (Near Nagano)

Located in Yamanouchi, 4.3 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park, ZEN Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

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, 123 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$82.92
1 night, 2 adults

NOZARU ONSEN HOSTEL

Yamanouchi (Near 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.

E
Eva
From
Austria
Great onsen (better than the nine public onsens), fantastic facility (big room, heated table, balcony,...). We were very happy there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
Location 7.9
Price from
US$51.35
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
Scheer
From
Germany
The owner was very friendly and had some recommendations. The hostel is in a great location not to far from the main station and very close to Zenko-ji. Had a great time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
Location 9.0
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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 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Nagano

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,154 reviews

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  • Avg. price/night: US$81.89
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews
    Best Hostel/Guesthouse ever.
    Guest review by
    Rebekka Fröhling
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$81.89
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 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$97.59
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,154 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$81.89
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$81.89
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$81.89
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$81.89
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 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$97.59
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,154 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$81.89
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 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
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