About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: 1166 Backpackers in Nagano offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and tatami floors. Each room includes a kitchenette, washing machine, and free WiFi. Convenient Facilities: Guests can enjoy a lounge, shared kitchen, housekeeping service, and full-day security. Additional amenities include bike hire, luggage storage, and paid parking. Prime Location: Located less than 0.6 mi from Zenkoji Temple and 1.2 mi from Nagano Station, the hostel is 46 mi from Matsumoto Airport. Nearby attractions include Suzaka City Zoo (8.7 mi) and Jigokudani Monkey Park (20 mi). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly staff and excellent service support, 1166 Backpackers ensures a comfortable and convenient stay.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Daniel
    Israel Israel
    Everything is amazing the stuff is so nice helps with finding things to do bus times and even just a good talk Everything is clean and comfortable
  • Jan
    Germany Germany
    The staff is super friendly and helpful. They really care about their guests and try to make them feel at home. The common room is also cosy and lovingly decorated. I have met some really nice people at this hostel. So far my favorite stay in...
  • Louis
    United States United States
    The staff made the property the owner Orie was so kind, all the staff were, probably the best hospitality I’ve experienced in my entire time traveling.
  • Diane
    Canada Canada
    Cozy hostel with amazing staff. They go above and beyond to make sure you have a good time Nagano!
  • Szabolcs
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    1166 hostel is spotless and really cozy. The owner and staff speak really good English, so communication was easy. They were very helpful with signposting to relevant locations such some of the best food spots and how to get to the snow monkey...
  • Tilak
    India India
    One of the best hostels I’ve stayed at. Super friendly and helpful staff, makes you feel like home, and go out of their way to help out with things to see in and around nagano. Don’t miss this one even if you’re just passing by, or staying for a...
  • Piotr
    Poland Poland
    Great staff and atmosphere! Loved the time together before the sleep.
  • Dana
    Israel Israel
    The main thing that makes this place so wonderful is the staff. From the moment I got there they went above and beyond to make me feel welcomed. They gave me recommendations of where to visit in the city, and it was nice to come back in the...
  • Cara
    United States United States
    The staff were so lovely and helpful. I wanted to go hiking and the person working gave me really detailed information about multiple places to hike and helped me figure out all the buses/trains to get there. They also gave out maps and have bear...
  • Michal
    Israel Israel
    Very cozy and welcoming The staff was the best ever. The receptionist which unfortunately I can’t remember her name helped me with everything including cleaning my shoes and plan a whole day trip to togakushi. Feels that they love to help and host

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House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

You must inform the property in advance what time you plan to check in. If your check-in time changes, please update the property.

Bookings can only be guaranteed until 21:00. After 21:00, check-in is not allowed.

The entrance closes at 21:00, but at check-in guests are provided with a passcode for entrance after this time.

Luggage storage before check-in is available upon advance request.

Reception is closed between 12:00 and 16:00. Guests arriving outside check-in hours must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

For groups, each guest is required to check-in during check-in hours.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.