10 Hostels hotel in Japan: Best hotel deals for 2023

May 4, 2023 Rebbecca Marino

In the Land of the Rising Sun, ancient temples sit alongside neon wonderlands and shinto shrines offer pockets of peace amid metropolises. Add tea ceremonies, snow monkeys, sushi, kimonos, and karaoke to the mix, and you’ve got one of the world’s most fascinating countries.
Things to do in Japan

1. K's House Mt. Fuji

6713-108 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsuru-gun 401-0301 Yamanashi Prefecture
Excellent
60%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 378 reviews

K's House Mt. Fuji

K's House Mt.Fuji is the first backpackers hostel in the Fuji Five Lakes area. 1.2km from Kawaguchiko Station, It is located within walking distance of a convenience stores, supermarket and restaurants. It is also only 3 minutes walk from Lake Kawaguchiko. While staying K's House Mt.Fuji, guests may enjoy free access to the common lounge and fully equipped kitchen. Spacious lounge with sofas, tables and tatami area represents a mixture of Japanese and Western design and provides a space for relaxing and cultural exchange. K's House Mt.Fuji offers both Japanese-style private rooms as well as dormitories. Since opening, every year over 15,000 guests coming from more than 70 different countries have stayed with K's Hosue Mt.FUji.

Best place for groups

Reviewed By giulianjung

It’s a really nice place to come with a group of 5+ people, you’ll pay less then ¥5000, and it’s really comfortable, you’ll also have a little view of Mount Fuji but not completely. People on the balcony are nice and they speak English. You’ll have to share a bath and toilet area but it’s clean and organized.

2. Emblem Flow Hakone

1320-179 Gora, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun 250-0408 Kanagawa Prefecture
Excellent
69%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 95 reviews

Emblem Flow Hakone

"Upscale Budget" Hotel in Gora

Reviewed By BrandrB

Excellent stay in modern upscale budget hotel in the heart of Gora. Outsized value and incredible staff. Pros: - Modern, clean, "upscale budget" hotel property in the heart of Gora (1 min from Gora Station). Very impressed with the quality of rooms for the price. Booked a twin room with private bath- and thought it was clean, comfortable, and very spacious by Japanese Budget hotel standards. Loved the unexpected Malin+Goetz amenities in the bathrooms and onsen! - Onsen was perfect for a relaxing bath after a day of hiking around Hakone. Currently limited to 6 persons due to COVID-19, but that was not an issue for an after-dinner soak. - Fantastic staff - despite the language barrier everyone here was incredibly friendly and personable. - Restaurant- very nice and reasonably priced morning breakfast buffet and good cocktails in the evening. Very friendly bar staff. Cons: - Strict check-in time (as is common in Japan). Despite arriving at 2pm, was not permitted to check-in until 3pm. Front desk happily watched my bags while I explored Hakone Gora Park in the meantime. - Long checkout wait. Had to wait approximately 20 minutes to checkout at 10am due to limited front desk staffing. I'm looking forward to staying here again!

3. Osaka Guesthouse Nest

2-4-14 Teradacho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka 543-0045 Osaka Prefecture
Excellent
59%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 144 reviews

Osaka Guesthouse Nest

Osaka Guesthouse Nest is born as the second hostel in our company. The name “nest”, comes from the words ‘next hive’ which means more advanced hostel than guesthouse hive. Thereby, we will support the guest’s trip as a cozy rest place. Our goal is to be a joyful ‘next hive’, a place where our guests will want to come back to

Very good ambient

Reviewed By davidsantana2020

Nice place to stay Aline ir with Friends. The owner and staff are very much kind and helpful. The room is confortable. The comun area has everything that you need. The location is very good. Very close yo train station.

4. Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel

29 Uzumasanakayamacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto 616-8191 Kyoto Prefecture
Excellent
64%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 113 reviews

Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel

Located in peaceful location with rich green yet in the city. Easy to access to must see places such as Kinkakuji temple, Ryouanji temple, Bamboo forest, Movie village, etc. We promise you a wonderful stay with our heartwarming staff.

Still the best youth hostel I've ever been

Reviewed By jojopeng

Been here once in 2015 during my solo trip. After staying here , I feel that I must bring my family here someday. And I did! My family of 5, 2 A and 3C aged 13,10&9 stayed in the Japanese style room from 09-11 June. It's off peak timing so not many ppl are staying here. We get to enjoy the peace and quiet. What's good abt this hostel ? Cleanliness is at its best. The shared bathroom, toilets areas are in top notch cleanliness. You can't find in other youth hostel. The communal onsen area is well maintained and clean. Everyone who use the area has the responsibility to keep it clean and tidy. And am glad that everyone is doing it well. Everyday between 10am to 3pm, u cannot stay in your room as the staff has to clean your room. Common area: kitchen and living area is shared and very cosy place for us to hang around. U can rent games like Uno, jenga from the front desk for free to play with your family. There is also an outdoor balcony area where u can just sit there and enjoy the breeze. The whole compound is at a residential area. So it's serene , peaceful and quiet. A very zen place. I was originally afraid that my kids who are city kids would be bored here... But they actually loved it. Especially making their own cup noodles dinner at the kitchen. There is no TV at the room we stayed , so we went to the kitchen area to watch TV and snack. Like all other YHA, u will be given bedsheets and pillowcase to make your bed and have to return them back to the front desk upon check out. The nearest JR station is abt 5-7mins drive away. It's so nice to come back again.

5. Iriwa Guesthouse & Backpacker's Dormitory

599 Kabira, Ishigaki 907-0453 Okinawa Prefecture
Excellent
74%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 68 reviews

Iriwa Guesthouse & Backpacker's Dormitory

Lovely

Reviewed By gregl869

Most of what I can think of writing has already been covered in reviews by other guests. Yoko was a very helpful and knowledgable hostess. It’s in a very good location. The views are great. There’s a lot of space. There’s a hammock!

6. Hotel Toyo

1-3-5 Taishi, Nishinari-ku, Osaka 557-0002 Osaka Prefecture
Excellent
23%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
24%
Poor
6%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 241 reviews

Hotel Toyo

Hotel Toyo offers great value for travelers looking for a warm, friendly, inexpensive hotel in a convenient location for Osaka sightseeing. We're located in the center of the 'Minami' area of Osaka (Minami means south in Japanese). The location is also convenient for all your sightseeing in the Kansai region, including Kyoto, Nara, Kobe and Wakayama, making use of the 4 train lines available in the area. We are only 40min from Kansai Int'l Airport.

Best hostel for back packers

Reviewed By YukiL337

2ヶ月滞在しましたが、マンスリープランが月35000円でしかも共用部分はとてもきれいで、安心して使うことができました。 マンスリープラン専用の5階はエアコンなし、と聞いていましたが実際は廊下にエアコンがあり、思ったほどは寒くありませんでした。暖冬のせいかもしれませんが。 また、場所が便利すぎます。京都や神戸にも快速で1時間で行けます。 加えて長期滞在の外国人ゲストに濃い人たちが多いので、交流が楽しめます。 I stayed here for 2 months for this New Year and Chinese New Year period. The price for monthly plan is non refundable but cheap enough. (35000/m on the 5th floor) The place is too convenient to go anywhere around Kansai. You can go to Kyoto / Kobe / Ohtsu within an hour by normal train. And local food is cheaper and delicious. Moreover, the overseas guests are very “different” people from “normal Japanese” so you won’t be boring all while you are staying here.

7. Fon-Su Bed&Breakfast

3-11-20 Shimmachi, Nishi-Ku, Osaka 550-0013 Osaka Prefecture
Excellent
51%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 158 reviews

Fon-Su Bed&Breakfast

A hostel run by a family with homemade healthy breakfast. Located in a quiet residential area 15 min walk from downtown Shinsaibashi. The good-for-shopping Horie and the urban oasis Utsubo park are within a waling distance. Good for a solo traveller, a couple, a group and a family with small kids. Hope you like our decoration with a lot of green. It was originally HOSTEL 64 Osaka.

Convenient in a great location

Reviewed By attacom

This small B&B is less than 5 mins away from the subway which connects you with the rest of the city and major sites easily. Within walking distance of the B&B there are lots of little restaurants and shops. The staff took the time to explain what was nearby on their homemade map with their favourites marked on it. I chose a japanese room which was comfortable, clean & functional. Breakfast in the morning was good.

8. Yado Seven Beach

2310-19 Miyanoura, Naoshima-cho, Kagawa-gun 761-3110 Kagawa Prefecture
Excellent
29%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 41 reviews

Yado Seven Beach

Hotel

Great value accommodation!

Reviewed By general888

Very close to the Miyanoura port when you arrive. Friendly hostess who speaks English well. Clean, simple, tatami mat style rooms. Shared bathrooms and showers. Slippers (provided) only allowed upstairs! Simple toast breakfast with tea and coffee included.

9. Fujiyoshida Youth Hostel

Shimoyoshida 3-6-51, Fujiyoshida 400-0004 Yamanashi Prefecture
Excellent
82%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 22 reviews

Fujiyoshida Youth Hostel

Great value!

Reviewed By mobkk525

It's conveniently located, although a little difficult to find at the beginning. The owner is super friendly and helpful. The building is quite old but pretty clean. The owner has a very quiet and small dog.

10. Hotel Raizan South

1-3-3 Taishi, Nishinari-ku, Osaka 557-0002 Osaka Prefecture
Excellent
23%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 211 reviews

Hotel Raizan South

Our hotel near by station, only 3 min by walk. We have some kinds free service, free wifi, rent bike, amenities which are towel, gown, slipper, and tooth brash, coffee and tea. There is no curfew. Japanese style big bath tub space or shower room.

Best value for your money!

Reviewed By 371rnr

PERFECT position, very friendly overall athmosphere , staff very helpful and English speaking and the Onsen is a sure benefit!! Although there are many people coming and going, common toilets and restrooms were never crowded and always clean! I wouldn't like to do too good recommendations because I would like to keep this nice hotel a little secret... ;)

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