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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
$56 nightly
The price is $62
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Mash Café & Bed NAGANO - Hostel
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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
$52 nightly
The price is $57
Nov 9 - Nov 10
YADOYA GONDO aioi
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a view of a garden through large sliding doors.

3. 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
$77 nightly
The price is $85
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Guest House Kura - Hostel
A kitchen with two people cooking, a chalkboard menu, and various cooking utensils.

4. 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
$44 nightly
The price is $48
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Dot Hostel Nagano
A cozy interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a traditional Japanese building.

5. 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
$78 nightly
The price is $88
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Snow Monkey Lodge - Hostel
A modern storefront with large windows, a wooden bench outside, and a sign that reads "Novels."

6. 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
$92 nightly
The price is $102
Nov 16 - Nov 17
NOVELS
A wooden table with a floral teacup, a plate of cookies, and a vase with flowers.

7. Matsubaya Guesthouse - Hostel

Matsubaya Guesthouse - Hostel
1.0 star property
Omachi
6.0 out of 10, (12 reviews)
"👍"
Japan
YASUSHI
$72 nightly
The price is $80
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Matsubaya Guesthouse - Hostel
A modern building with a concrete facade, a wooden door, and a visible interior with a sink and countertop.

8. 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
$52 nightly
The price is $57
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Sai no tsuno Guesthouse - Hostel
A tatami mat room with a low table, a cushion, and a window with a view.

9. 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
$45 nightly
The price is $49
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Little Japan Echigo
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
$69 nightly
The price is $76
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Couch Potato Hostel
A person reading at a wooden table with a green umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery.

11. Kaido Yuzawa Onsen Hostel

Kaido Yuzawa Onsen Hostel
2.0 star property
Yuzawa
$31 nightly
The price is $34
Nov 5 - Nov 6
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 22 hours ago
Nagano Tokyu REI Hotel

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Nagano Hostels information

Number of reviews
303
Accommodation
23 Hostels
Lowest Price
$34
Highest Price
$102

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Nagano?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for going out. 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 exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Nagano?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our travelers and might be a good place to start looking: Mash Café & Bed NAGANO - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Nagano Station and Nagano (QNG). You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with hair dryers, free WiFi, and free toiletries. YADOYA GONDO aioi - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Zenkojishita Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi. You'll find towels, hair dryers, and free WiFi in all rooms. Dot Hostel Nagano - Located within a 10-minute walk of Zenko-ji Temple. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets. WORLDTRECK DINER & GUESTHOUSE - Pise - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Zenko-ji Temple. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers.
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 want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 32°F. The rainiest months in Nagano are July, December, January, and August, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Nagano?
Overall, Nagano is known for its skiing, hot springs, and temples. Major attractions include Shiga Kogen Ski Area. Get out into nature with places like 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 Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ), 36.6 mi (59 km) away from the city center. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Metro stations nearby include Nagano Station and Shinonoi Station. Train stations like Nagano (QNG) and Zenkojishita Station make it easy to explore more of the area.

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