506-0026 Gifu, Takayama, Hanasatomachi 6-18, Japan
#31 of 96 hotels in Takayama
Guests' ChoiceBased on 238 hostel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 14, 2024
Kyra
AustraliaLift smelt like feet
Great full kitchen, bikes to hire and cool rooftop with amazing views. Very friendly staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Nuttawut
ThailandNothing
Everything is so nice and clean and comfortable
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 9, 2024
Maureen
AustraliaCheck-in counter is on level 2 where there is no lifts to get to. Lifts are only available from level 2 to get to your floor you're staying in.
The staff were very warm and welcoming. The location of the hostel was only a few minutes walk from the JR Takayama station. We stayed in the Japanese-style room with futon. The futon was very warm for the chilly nights we had during our stay. Use of the shared kitchen and fridge was also kept neat and tidy by other guests as well. The balcony on the top level also has a very nice view of the mountains.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Allan
AustraliaNo issues.
Centrally located and good value for money.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Lorenzo
ItalyJust two toilets for many people
Great location. Friendly staff. Comfortable beds
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Emma
United KingdomCOMFY BEDS 🙌 (unusual in Japan in my experience so far, but my back and hips are recovered after 3 nights here!) So so clean. The privacy of a capsule with a curtain and cosy bed 'compartment', but a lovely lovely shared space where I met lots of people. Fab kitchen facilities. Great location (5 mins walk from train and bus station, right in the town). Good bathroom facilities.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 5, 2024
Sandra
ColombiaThe amenities were so good and the staff at the reception so helpful and polite
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 4, 2024
Alice
JapanNothing, everything was perfect!
The staff is efficient and kind; the hostel has a lot of equipment and a big kitchen, it's clean and comfortable! There is everything you need. Bonus point: it's VERY very well located!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 21, 2024
Paula
SpainThe place was so cozy and clean, and staff was very kind. We could let our luggage before check-in. Its location was perfect, very close to the station and to the main attractions.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Charlotte
GermanyFor some people the atmosphere at the hostel might be to calm. Everybody did their own stuff and it was very quite there.
The hostel was super cosy and very clean. We felt comfortable. They have a big kitchen were you can find all you need. The staff was super friendly and helped us with all our questions. They will also give you good recommendations what to do. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 9, 2024
Marcelo
BrazilNothing.
Everything! Very confortable bed, great social spaces, lovey staff and amazing location (right next to the station, restaurants and close to the old town)! recommend 100%
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Samuel
AustraliaIt was a cosy environment with friendly staff. Great access to the station/bus terminal.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Shaik
SingaporeBeds opening from side would be better, rather than from the foot
Good location, in front of train station, nice dining and lobby area
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 29, 2024
Zainol
Japanlocation
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 28, 2024
Henri
GermanyDorms are very small with only little space for suitcases
Great and very helpful staff, I had problems with another booking in a hotel and they even tried to call them and clarify the issue. Dorms are heated and clean
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 27, 2024
Axelle
New CaledoniaSuper nice ! Staff are super nice. All commun places are clean. Idealy place near the station and restaurants.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 9, 2024
Melissa
AustraliaThe pillow is really flat (for me). We had the double bunk bed room with private bathroom and the room is a little small for us (but typical of Japanese hostel/hotel).
The location is good, about 3-5min walk to the Takayama train station. The kitchen and lounge area are open 24/7. You can use the laundry facilities (washing and drying) for 500 yen each time. There is a small elevator to help bring the luggages up to your floor (which can be a god-send) but the reception is at level 2 so you will still need to carry the luggages up one level first. Staff are friendly and most of the facilities are well thought of.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 8, 2024
Vincentia
IndonesiaThere is no bidet in the toilet :( The bathroom is quite small for a 4-person room.
A beautiful Japanese style hotel, we got the Japanese room! It's definitely one of the best experience we had in Japan! Staff was amazing, super friendly, spoke english very well. The common area was great to hangout at, and the kitchen is spacious and well-equipped. There's washer and dryer if you need to wash your clothes. The rooftop was great, we went up there twice a day. The room is nice and clean, everything works perfectly.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 29, 2023
Chris
BruneiCleanliness and distance to train station
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 26, 2023
Sara
GermanyNo space to leave the luggage during your stay (I left in in the middle of the room just like everyone )
Staff is very friendly, beds have a lot of privacy, clean bathrooms, great location
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: December 22, 2023
Ben
United KingdomNothing
The staff are extremely welcoming and helpful. Common area is very clean and comfortable, kitchen is well stocked and free (good) coffee in the morning is a definite bonus. Room (private) is clean and well proportioned with a decent bathroom.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 13, 2023
Lavinia
MalaysiaThe fact that the reception and lounge area was on the first floor, we had to carry our heavy luggage up the stairs. You only have access to the lift from first floor onwards.
We booked a double private room with private bathroom. The room was very spacious and everything was in good condition. The person attending to us was very friendly and provided us with good information to go about the town. We particularly love that we could go to the roof to enjoy the weather and see the mountains from far away during a clear day. It was really fun to have a beer out in the cold on the roof too. They provided a lot of amenities that made a budget stay really convenient. They even have shoe dryer and bicycle rental. The location is only less than 10 min walk from Takayama Station and very near to Nohi Bus Center too where you join the bus tours to surrounding cities.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: December 4, 2023
Amanda
JapanThere were not many toilets or showers. If the place had been fully booked that might have been a problem.
The beds were really comfortable. I also enjoyed the capsule style rooms. It felt quite private with the curtain closed. After a chilly day outside, the hostel itself was an all around cozy place to come back to. It also had a really convenient location near the station, a convenience store, and some restaurants.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 29, 2023
Gerard
SpainVery clean rooms and common areas. Excellent and friendly service. Very well located, next to the bus and train station.
Stayed in November 2023
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