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Our top choices for Nagano hostels

A spacious conference room with a long wooden table, surrounded by chairs, and a central potted plant.

1. Mash Café & Bed NAGANO - Hostel

Mash Café & Bed NAGANO - Hostel
2.0 star property
Minaminagano
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (241 reviews)
"Nice bed, new and spotlight clean."
Canada
Danielle
The price is Rp915.200
Rp1.120.861 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mash Café & Bed NAGANO - Hostel
Room

2. YADOYA GONDO aioi

YADOYA GONDO aioi
1.0 star property
Nagano
7.6 out of 10, Good, (4 reviews)
"It was very easy to access, checking in checking out. I did not realize that it was a self check-in service and there is no staff with booking. This should be made more clear however a very easy affordable and convenient stay for one night."
United States
Monica
The price is Rp887.935
Rp976.728 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
YADOYA GONDO aioi
A kitchen with two people cooking, a chalkboard menu, and various cooking utensils.

3. Dot Hostel Nagano

Dot Hostel Nagano
1.0 star property
Nagano
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"スタッフ最悪"
Japan
ふみお
The price is Rp788.608
Rp867.469 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Dot Hostel Nagano
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a view of a garden through large sliding doors.

4. Guest House Kura - Hostel

Guest House Kura - Hostel
1.5 star property
Suzaka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Great stay, thank you so much!"
United States
Kedar
The price is Rp1.523.921
Rp1.676.313 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Guest House Kura - Hostel
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a towel rack, and a mirror.

5. UNPLAN Village Hakuba – Hostel

UNPLAN Village Hakuba – Hostel
1.0 star property
Otari
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (32 reviews)
"Great place to stay and fantastic location. My only complaint is that the bathroom was very cold."
United States
Dominic
The price is Rp2.345.070
Rp2.579.577 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
UNPLAN Village Hakuba – Hostel
A cozy interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a traditional Japanese building.

6. Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel

Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hirao
7.6 out of 10, Good, (4 reviews)
"The room is clean and the place is so quiet. Is convenient to travel to the park."
United States
Arturo
The price is Rp1.512.325
Rp1.697.979 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel
A modern storefront with large windows, a wooden bench outside, and a sign that reads "Novels."

7. NOVELS

NOVELS
2.0 star property
Komoro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"This hotel was a very nice stay with friendly staff, clean and new surroundings. I would like to go back again."
Japan
Akira
The price is Rp1.774.395
Rp1.951.835 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
NOVELS
A modern interior with wooden panel walls and a visible door leading to another room.

8. Guest room Furusatomura Kogeikan

Guest room Furusatomura Kogeikan
1.0 star property
Omachi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19 reviews)
"Overall really great experience "
United States
Joseph
The price is Rp1.685.130
Rp1.853.643 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Guest room Furusatomura Kogeikan
A wooden table with a floral teacup, a plate of cookies, and a vase with flowers.

9. Matsubaya Guesthouse - Hostel

Matsubaya Guesthouse - Hostel
1.0 star property
Omachi
6.0 out of 10, (12 reviews)
"👍"
Japan
YASUSHI
The price is Rp1.411.234
Rp1.552.357 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Matsubaya Guesthouse - Hostel
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a view of a garden with a stone lantern and a rock.

10. Couch Potato Hostel

Couch Potato Hostel
1.0 star property
Matsumoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, great location, comfy beds"
Canada
Richard
The price is Rp1.247.100
Rp1.371.810 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Couch Potato Hostel
A modern building with a concrete facade, a wooden door, and a visible interior with a sink and countertop.

11. Sai no tsuno Guesthouse - Hostel

Sai no tsuno Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ueda
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"イベントがある日は賑やか イベントがある日は賑やか イベントがある日は賑やか イベントがある日は賑やか イベントがある日は賑やか"
Japan
秋桜
The price is Rp1.016.878
Rp1.118.578 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Sai no tsuno Guesthouse - Hostel
A tatami mat room with a low table, a cushion, and a window with a view.

12. Little Japan Echigo

Little Japan Echigo
2.0 star property
Yuzawa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay in Little Japan Echigo"
Japan
Abhijit
The price is Rp1.213.999
Rp1.335.445 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Little Japan Echigo
A person reading at a wooden table with a green umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery.

13. Kaido Yuzawa Onsen Hostel

Kaido Yuzawa Onsen Hostel
2.0 star property
Yuzawa
The price is Rp568.328
Rp625.161 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Kaido Yuzawa Onsen Hostel
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Top Nagano Hotel Reviews

Nagano Tokyu REI Hotel

Nagano Tokyu REI Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location and helpful, courteous staff."
Eric 6-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Nagano Tokyu REI Hotel

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Nagano Hostels information

Number of reviews
303
Accommodation
23 Hostels
Lowest Price
Rp625.161
Highest Price
Rp2.579.577

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Nagano?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for fun things to do. You can check out the temples and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like skiing.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Nagano?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start: Mash Café & Bed NAGANO - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Nagano Station and Nagano (QNG). You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with hairdryers, free Wi-Fi and free toiletries. YADOYA GONDO aioi - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Zenkojishita Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi. You'll find towels, hairdryers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Dot Hostel Nagano - Located within a 10-minute walk of Zenko-ji Temple. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. WORLDTRECK DINER & GUESTHOUSE - Pise - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Zenko-ji Temple. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers.
How many hostels are there in Nagano?
If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Nagano, one of Expedia's 5 hostels could be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Nagano?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 0°C. The rainiest months in Nagano are July, December, January and August, with each month seeing an average of 255 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Nagano?
Generally, Nagano is known for its skiing, hot springs and temples. Major attractions include Shiga Kogen Ski Area. Get out into nature with places such as Lake Kagami-ike, Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Chausuyama Dinosaur Park. Cultural attractions include M-Wave Olympic Memorial Arena, Nagano City Museum and Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Nagano while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Nagano in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Matsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto), 36.6 mi (59 km) away from the city centre. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transport to get around. Nearby metro stations include Nagano Station and Shinonoi Station. Train stations such as Nagano (QNG) and Zenkojishita Station make it easy to explore more of the area.