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# Find Cheap Hostels in Yamagata
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## Our top choices for Yamagata hostels

### [1\. Yumori Onsen Hostel](https://www.expedia.com/Fukushima-Hotels-Yumori-Onsen-Hostel.h44016442.Hotel-Information)

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- Location: Fukushima
- Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 143 reviews)
- Price: $71 nightly, $80 total, Nov 26 - Nov 27, for Our top choices for Yamagata hostels
- Review: Amazing, by Madison

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## Yamagata and related destinations

- [Yamagata](#)
- [Saitama](#)
- [Fukui](#)
- [Gifu](#)
- [Ueda](#)

Soak in natural hot springs at Zao Onsen after admiring the famous 'snow monsters' that form on winter trees. Taste the region's celebrated cherries and La France pears at Kajō Park's seasonal markets or sample local sake at centuries-old breweries downtown.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What are the best hostels in Yamagata?

You may be able to find reasonable prices at these Yamagata accommodations, which have positive reviews from our guests: [Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae](https://www.expedia.com/Yamagata-Hotels-DaiwaRoynetHotel-Yamagata-Ekimae.h68499809.Hotel-Information) \- Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. [Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata](https://www.expedia.com/Yamagata-Hotels-Hotel-Metropolitan-Yamagata.h428364.Hotel-Information) \- Located within a 5-minute walk of Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Guests can enjoy free parking and laundry facilities at this hotel.

### When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Yamagata?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 31°F. The rainiest months in Yamagata are July, August, September, and June, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of rainfall.

### What is there to see and do in Yamagata?

Depending on your interests, you might like to explore these things around Yamagata. Get out into nature with places like Kajo Park, Momiji Park, and Senshinan. Cultural attractions include Yamagin Kenmin Hall, Yamadera Basho Museum, and Yamagata Museum of Science and Industry. Visit landmarks like Yamagata City Local History Museum, Yamagata Castle, and Nanukamachi Palaca Weir.

### What's the best way to get to and around Yamagata while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Yamagata in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Yamagata Airport (GAJ), 11.4 mi (18.4 km) away from the city center. Another option is Sendai Airport (SDJ), situated 33.4 mi (53.8 km) away.

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