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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Otaornai Backpacker's Hostel Morinoki in Otaru offers adults-only accommodations with a garden and terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Convenient Facilities: Guests can relax in the lounge or enjoy the full-day security. Additional amenities include a bath, hairdryer, shared bathroom, shower, and slippers. Carpeted floors enhance the comfort. Prime Location: Located 23 mi from Okadama Airport, the hostel is a 16-minute walk from Otaru Station. Nearby attractions include Otaru Canal Park (1.3 mi) and Otaru Museum (1.7 mi). Highly rated for its host, breakfast, and value for money.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Somjai
Thailand
“Nice location+good view at Balcony. Healthy breakfast in 500yen, Coffee and home made bakery are provided and ask for donation. Washing service with 300yen.” - Rosa
Italy
“This hostel is special. The place and people are really nice. Clean and relaxing place. Good area to stay. Everything was conformable. Thanks! I raccomand and I’ll come back!” - Camille
France
“This place is so cosy and comfortable, and everyone is super nice ! I really recommend reserving breakfast, it was delicious!” - Mercy
Japan
“It’s around ten minutes from the station and it’s located beautifully at a steep that really embraces the beauty of Otaru” - Sherin
United States
“Full spread local breakfast for ¥500, definitely worth it! Breakfast varied each day. It’s uphill to get to so prepare for a hike, place was a wonder full of books and surrounded by greenery. Would like to stay during winter to enjoy the snow from...” - Michelle
United States
“A homey and cozy hostel with tons of character - Hug the corgi, Momo the cat, the bric a brac everywhere, bean bags for chilling, beer and banana bread, and a lovely owner. I could have happily spent a whole day reading in the common room!” - Daphne
Taiwan
“The backpacker provides everything you need and the atmosphere is chill, just feels like home.” - Kah
Malaysia
“Everything is just good, nice and warm, makes you feel like the traditional Japanese House Inn feels and has plenty of books and comics collections!” - Thomas
Canada
“The breakfast was really good. Highly recommend! Friendly staff. The location is a short walk from the center. The room was good.” - Emily
Germany
“Super cozy atmosphere, you can get the best breakfast freshly made by the hostel owner, beds are comfy, they have the cutest dog and cat. Everyone there is so friendly and we made great friends, I really recommend staying for a few days!”
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House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Please be sure to let us know your arrival time (check-in time) at the hostel.
The property is not staffed before 4PM.
If you would like to leave your luggage at our hostel before the check-in time (4 pm), please contact us your expected arrival time one day before your stay.
If you leave your luggage before check-in without a preliminary, you will have to pay an extra fare (400 yen).
Guests arriving after check-in hours (9PM) must inform the property in advance. If the property is not informed, the booking may be treated as a no show. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
The hostel has a curfew at 0AM.
The shower can be used until 11PM.
Please note that guests using public transport are advised to get off at Otaru Station, not Minami-Otaru Station. The way from Otaru Station has better road conditions, there are no slopes, and guests will be passing through an arcade, which provides shelter from the snow.
This hostel has a dog and a cat.
The entire hostel is nonsmoking.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Otaornai Backpacker's Hostel Morinoki of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.