About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: ZEN Hostel in Yamanouchi offers a 1-star hostel experience with free WiFi, air-conditioning, and tatami floors. Guests can relax in the lounge or store their ski equipment in the on-site storage. Convenient Location: Located 64 mi from Matsumoto Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Jigokudani Monkey Park (2.7 mi), Ryuoo Ski Park (6.2 mi), and Mt. Kusatsu Shirane (19 mi). The surrounding area features a hot spring. Guest Services: The property staff provide excellent service support, ensuring a pleasant stay. Free on-site private parking is available for guests. Local Attractions: Nearby points of interest include Suzaka City Zoo (14 mi), Zenkoji Temple (17 mi), Nagano Station (21 mi), and Mt. Kusatsu Shirane (19 mi).
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Anitra
United States“It was traditional Japanese style in an historic building. The location was a beautiful old town. The historic walk to view the statue of Kannon was memorable.” - Weston United States“Very friendly staff and great location, the old building was fun to be in and traditional bedding was nice as well”
Peter
Croatia“Great location and awesome staff that were super friendly!”- Pascal United States“- Spacious dorm room, we were a large group so we had booked the entire room for us. There was plenty of space to pack and unpack stuff, as well as hanging out. - Showers were warm - The staff were some of the kindest people we met in our entire...”
- Andrea
Canada“We had a great stay here. The property very close to the train station. We had our own 3 person traditional Japanese room, that was very clean and warm. Beds were mattresses on the floor and comfortable. Shared bathrooms were also very clean and...” - Thomas
New Zealand“Very great staff. The room is spacious and very close to the shuttle for shiga Kogen and the snow monkeys. There are good restaurants nearby as well. The rooms are a little cold as it is an older building but I do believe it's good value for what...” - Tinaan
Philippines“beautiful wooden building with a unique charm. there was a small garden inside the buildong that we could see from our room on the second floor. we got the 6-person family room and it was very spacious with enough space outside the main sleeping...” - Dave United States“Nicely located to transit station. Old school type of place. Cool/ cold in hallways in winter but nice Japanese style rooms. Great showers. The one staff person was very nice, great person and so helpful.”
- Steven United States“The building is over 250 years old and the owner is super nice.”
- Michal
Israel“Close to train stop there are a lot of nice places to sit around , a tatami room to eat in with the basic facilities to make food and a nice view to a little pond”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
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.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
