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Nozaru Hostel

Yamanouchi, Nagano

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 3 km to Jigokudani Monkey Park

Near shopping centersOnly 3.5 km to Kita Shinshu Yamanouchi Michi-no-Eki

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4.0/5

GoodFrom 6 reviews

4.8/52 Apr 2023

What does this hostel do wrong? 1 is run by a bunch of unscrupulous, often unhelpful individuals. The bedding doesn't smell clean and has many old hairs pinned to them and through them. Our room's bathroomshower 304 wasn't working, and we weren't told it was there, leaving us unable to wash our hands. With only the public shower at onset, so that meant you had to be naked two floors down to wash in! Our room had four bugs, five of very poor quality and a very poor maintenance. Wi-Fi was useless, seven of the building and facilities are generally underwhelming, eight very loud at night with customers and staff, and a late check in despite a sign on the entrance door stating that silence is closed after 10 p.m. And check in only between rp and 10 p.m. Somebody tried to check in to our room, claiming that at 12 a.m., they had to build a traditional futon-style bed. Which is correct? This is the cheapest town in town, this place has the potential to be lovely, but it has missed nearly every step of making a nice place to stay. This is a very pricey area, and they are clearly happy to just target the budget market, but this misses standards for even bargain-price

4.8/51 Jun 2022

I can't comprehend the negative reviews for this place. In August, I came with two buddies and it was, despite its actual status as a hostel, one of the greatest ryokanstyle accommodations I've ever remained in. This location is excellent value for money, being located in the heart of Shifu Beginning, on a lovely street dotted with vintage structures. Traditional Japanese style rooms are clean, comfortable, and beautifully designed. If you experience discomfort with slightly firm mattresses or sleeping on the ground, you shouldn't stay in a location like Shifu Beginning in a Japanesestyle room. The receptionist was lovely, even returning our shoes to us after we forgot them! I cannot stress enough how useful this location is as an affordable option right next to the monkey park.

4.6/523 May 2022

The notary is called a hostel, but the building appears to be an older Roman style hotel that is just in need of maintenance and upgrading, so it operates under hostel prices. The only youthful aspects were the young but very kind staff and the relaxed common area, but the rest was as luxurious as youd expect anywhere else. For around fraud, we had a private tatami room with a separate sitting area, toilet, tatami bedding and a kotatsu, access to a downstairs bathroom and wonderful indoor outdoor outlook which we were worried about after reading some of the reviews, but it was perfect. I was looking at facilities like this in other beginning towns for hundreds of dollars so I was really happy about this experience.

4.4/53 Jun 2023

We reserved a notary hostel because it was the cheapest around 40 in the area and one of the closest stays to the snow monkeys. That doesn't mean next door. To reach the park's entrance, either walk for 45 minutes or take the bus and walk for 25 minutes. The bus from the station to the notary hostel is about 7 minutes and departs once or twice an hour. You exit at Shibuwagobashi station and walk 4 minutes to the hostel. It is a pretty large building with 4 or 5 floors. Overall, the atmosphere is worn out, but with a bit of dedication, you could build a truly lovely hostel. They have an entrance on the ground level, which is also used for the shower, though it was not very busy. Our room was on the first floor and had a lovely view. Unfortunately, you couldn't open the taped windows. What we really didn't enjoy most was the chilly temperatures inside the room, especially when you have to turn the heater on every 5 minutes. The Japanese-style futon had decent sleep, but it was covered in duvets. And one truly beautiful aspect was that it was big! On the mattress, there is plenty of space for luggage and relaxation. The receptionist lady, who appeared to be the owner, spoke excellent English and was helpful with anything we needed. It's unfortunate that they didn't put more

4.2/525 Dec 2022

This is a great place to stay for the price we paid. The receptionist lady was very helpful and gave us great suggestions about what to do in Yamanouchi. The rooms were clean but a little outdated and the place was a bit dark but overall for the price of a private room it was good value for money. Onsite start is quite cool.

1.4/528 May 2024

LP • Family Trip

Tempat nya seperti tidak terurus . Untuk mandi di sedialan seperti onsen yang bersama dan terlihat kotor . Handuk , kimono , sendal tidak disediakan di kamar . Tapi di bawah lobi dan berbahar . Kita sudah sewa handuk bayar 200 yen tapi tidak terpakai karena melihat onsen begitu kotor

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Elevator

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Sports & Recreation

Table Tennis

Arcade/Game Room

Public Facilities

Elevator/Lift

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Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

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Hotel Policy

Smoke-free Property

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Free WiFi

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2034 Hirao Yamanouchi Shimotakai Gun

Nearby Destinations

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Accommodation Rules

Announcement

Self-check-in is standard except during busy periods.
Starting 1 June 2026, changes in local tax regulations will require guests to pay an Accommodation Tax at various updated rates, which will be collected separately by the property at check-in. The tax is determined based on the room rate and is charged per person, per night, as follows: 【Accommodation Tax from 1 June 2026, onwards】 For room rates less than JPY 6,000: None For room rates JPY 6,000 or more: JPY 300 (*JPY 200 for the first 3 years after the program starts) *For the purposes of the accommodation tax, the term “room rate” shall refer to the room-only rate, excluding meal charges and consumption tax. * Please settle the payment at the hotel upon check-in, even if you have paid by credit card in advance. *Applicable conditions for taxes, etc. are determined by each local government. For details, please check the official site of each local government or contact the hotel directly. *Taxes, etc. may change or be newly introduced without notice.

The property is located at an altitude of 680 meters, and extremely hot summer days are rare. While it may get warm during the daytime, the temperature usually drops at night, and guests can stay comfortably with a fan. Guests who are accustomed to air conditioning in daily life should take this into consideration. For winter heating, kotatsu, fan heaters, and hot water bottles are available. Guests can enjoy the natural breeze in summer and seasonal comforts in winter, including hot springs in the morning and evening and the occasional use of a hot water bottle, for a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of the Showa era.

Parking fees may apply on Saturdays and during peak periods. Guests are advised to contact the property directly for details.

The property does not provide the key for the Shibu Onsen public bath tour. Guests can enjoy the natural hot spring indoor bath at the property.

A bathing tax of JPY 150 per person per night will be collected.
Large towels are available for JPY 200, small towels for JPY 100, yukata sets for JPY 300, and toothbrushes for JPY 50.

Check-in Procedure

Check-in16:00:00

Check-out10:00

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

About Nozaru Hostel

Located in Shiga-kogen / Yudanaka, Nozaru Hostel is a perfect starting point from which to explore Nagano. The property features a wide range of facilities to make your stay a pleasant experience. Facilities like daily housekeeping, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas, family room, vending machine are readily available for you to enjoy. Some of the well-appointed guestrooms feature clothes rack, slippers, air conditioning, heating, desk. To enhance guests' stay, the hotel offers recreational facilities such as hot spring bath. Convenience and comfort makes Nozaru Hostel the perfect choice for your stay in Nagano.

Room Type and Price

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 - Mon, 27 Jul 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children