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Keimichi Guest House

Hakuba

Located in Hakuba, 9 km from Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area, Keimichi Guest House provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is situated 43 km from Nagano Station, 44 km from Zenkoji Temple and 1.9 km from Happo-One Ski Resort. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also offer free WiFi. Guest rooms include bed linen. Was so clean and staff were lovely

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9.1
Wonderful
573 reviews

Couch Potato Hostel

Matsumoto

All rooms in the hostel are fitted with a coffee machine. The rooms include a shared bathroom, a bidet and a hairdryer, and some rooms at Couch Potato Hostel have a safety deposit box. All units have bed linen. What a place. Super friendly, huge kitchen, huge common area, lots and lots and lots of nice info about local restaurants, temples, onsens. Oh, and free bicycle to roam the city! 10/10 would totally come back here

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9.5
Exceptional
472 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

Guesthouse Kazenowa

Asahi

Set in Asahi, 19 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, Guesthouse Kazenowa offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 21 km from Matsumoto Station. Even though I made a last minute decision to visit Asahi the hosts were very nice and helpful! The atmosphere in the guesthouse was great.

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9.1
Wonderful
163 reviews
Price from
$28
per night

The Bohemians' Shelter

Hakuba

Situated in Hakuba, The Bohemians' Shelter is located a 5-minute drive from Happo-One Ski Resort. This property is nestled in a quiet forest where guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and bar. Free WiFi is provided in all areas and private parking is available on site. A free shuttle service is available to take guests to nearby ski lifts. Excellent vibes, great staff, top value.

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9.3
Wonderful
154 reviews

Hostel Yui-an

Nagiso

Situated in Nagiso, 36 km from Ōi, 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 beautiful location and nature. Very friendly owners and staff. Ordered a tasty meal and some nice plum wine. Would like to come back again and do some more walking in the surrounding area.

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9.6
Exceptional
350 reviews
Price from
$122
per night

1166 Backpackers

Nagano

Guests sleep in a bunk bed in a shared dormitory room, equipped with a curtain and a private light. Private rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor and traditional futon bedding. All rooms provide personal safes and complimentary green tea. Toilets and bathrooms are shared. Homey vibe with very friendly staff. Location is also convenient. This is perfect for backpackers or short term travellers.

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9.3
Wonderful
391 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

K's House Hakuba Alps - Travelers Hostel

Hakuba

A 9-minute walk from JR Kamishiro Station, K's House Hakuba Alps features a common lounge area and rooms with free Wi-Fi. It is located in Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture.

Dormitories and Japanese style rooms are available at K's House Hakuba. Some dormitories offer shared bathroom facilities. It's walking distance to the resort, and the manager provide shuttle to some places for appointment in advance. A well equipment kitchen and dining area for cooking and socializing. Staffs are super helpful!

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9.5
Exceptional
149 reviews

Yamanouchi sekisan chi

Yokokura

Featuring a shared bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms will provide you with a mountain view. All units include bed linen.

Nagano Station is 32 km from Yamanouchi sekisan chi, while Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 31 km away. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 103 km from the hostel. Friendly host, clean bathroom, laundry, coffee, option for breakfast and lunch.

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9.3
Wonderful
97 reviews
Price from
$26
per night

MOUNTAinn Nagiso

Nagiso

Located in Nagiso, 32 km from Ōi, MOUNTAinn Nagiso features views of the river. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Each room is fitted with a balcony with mountain views and free WiFi.

Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a bidet, a hairdryer and a desk. The rooms at the hostel are fitted with a shared bathroom and bed linen. Rented full house. Everything was perfect: from location to music in CD player

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9.3
Wonderful
44 reviews
Price from
$276
per night

Hai Lodge

Otari

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. With free WiFi, this 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. I've stayed in a lot of different ski accommodation! This one is by far the best! The crew is second to none, such a nice gang of friendly and caring people! The shuttles to the ski resorts and free shuttles to the Onsen made it the perfect place to stay! Breakfast was perfect as well! Immaculate vibes! Will be back!

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9.1
Wonderful
78 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

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