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ZEN Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, a short walk to Shiga Kogen Ski Area

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Basic Quadruple Room, Japanese Futon | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
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ZEN Hostel provides a peaceful retreat just steps from Yudanaka Hot Spring. Guests can relax in the garden after exploring the area, connect with free in-room WiFi, and handle laundry on-site. The helpful multilingual staff makes everyone feel welcome and well-supported.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Suite, Japanese Futon | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Suite, Japanese Futon

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Basic Twin Room, Japanese Futon | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, Japanese Futon

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Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Basic Quadruple Room, Japanese Futon | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Quadruple Room, Japanese Futon

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Basic Triple Room, Japanese Futon | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room, Japanese Futon

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Futon
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About the neighborhood

Yamanouchi is home to ZEN Hostel. Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Yudanaka Hot Spring are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jigokudani Monkey Park. Takayakushi Wakoan and Biande Shinshu Nakano are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing.
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3031 Hirao, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano, Yamanouchi, 3840401

What's nearby

  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shibu - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maruike Ski Area - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 15 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 4 min walk
  • Iiyama Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪HAKKO BEER STAND - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪HAKKO YAMANOUCHI - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪いさみ寿し - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Archies - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪福十拉 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

ZEN Hostel

Hostel near Shiga Kogen Ski Area
Close to Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu, ZEN Hostel provides a garden, laundry facilities, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at ZEN Hostel feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

ZEN Hostel Yamanouchi
ZEN Yamanouchi
ZEN Hostel Yamanouchi
ZEN Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
ZEN Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Is ZEN Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ZEN Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at ZEN Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at ZEN Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is ZEN Hostel located?

Situated in Yamanouchi, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Nishimiya Shrine and Yudanaka Hot Spring. Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Shibu are also within 10 minutes. Yudanaka Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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