Nagano Region
This intimate, woody hostel is set amid older buildings one street back from Chūō-dōri near Zenkō-ji. Look for the beige building with a chalk signboard…
Must-see hotels in Japan
Hokkaidō
This popular spot has a mountain-lodge vibe, Japanese-style rooms to accommodate different sized groups and an onsen bath (which nonguests can use for …
Yaeyama Islands
Opposite the tiny post office, Takana consists of a basic youth hostel and an attached upmarket ryokan. Simple Western-style dorms in the youth hostel are…
Okinawa & the Southwest Islands
Overlooking a serene white-sand beach on Ikema-jima, this intimate high-end resort looks like a whitewashed Mediterranean retreat airlifted to Japan. The…
Around Tokyo
With a stunning mountain backdrop and spacious, grassy sites, this campground is a winner, and it's only about 10 minutes' walk to the beach. There are…
Shikoku
Decent Western-style hotel rooms more or less right in front of JR Kōchi Station. There's parking (¥700) and a good breakfast (¥900) in a convenient…
Takayama
Surrounded by the greenery of Shiroyama-kōen, this upscale hillside ryokan at the edge of town has wonderful outdoor rooftop hot springs with city views…
Dormy Inn Premium Nagoya Sakae
Nagoya
Located in the heart of Nagoya's Sakae district, this busy tourist hotel is that little bit more luxe than the usual offering in the popular Dormy Inn…
Hakone
This hostel on Miyanoshita's main drag is housed in a charming, Western-style heritage building with tall ceilings, shabby walls and a big communal lounge…
Nagano Region
Opened in 2016, Nagano's newest member of the Dormy Inn family is a stone's throw from the station and has all the plush comforts and electronic gadgetry…
Nikkō
A long-time favourite with spacious rooms, both Japanese and Western style, the Turtle Inn is a cosy, well-run choice in a quiet neighbourhood close to…
Northern Honshū (Tōhoku)
'Crab' Onsen is a delightfully unpretentious affair with a gorgeous mixed-gender onsen tucked back in the forest and superb Japanese cuisine. The rooms…
Kōrakuen & Akihabara
An academic air hangs over this retro hotel that's owned by seven major Japanese universities. It's a quirky place but the rooms are great value given the…
Kansai
This recently opened, surprisingly stylish capsule hotel is attached to JR Ōtsu Station; it's a good base for exploring the sights in Shiga Prefecture and…
Hokkaidō
Log Bear is right in the middle of Shikotsu-ko Onsen, and is run by a real character called Robin. There are only two simple rooms: one twin and one quad…
Northern Honshū (Tōhoku)
Right in the heart of the picturesque village, Notoya is a classical ryokan originally constructed in 1922, with three storeys complete with balconies,…
Fuji Five Lakes
The affable young couple running this guesthouse have amassed a wealth of sightseeing know-how on the wider Fuji area, and also offer bikes for hire (¥500…
Northern Honshū (Tōhoku)
A symbol of the reconstruction effort, the Capital Hotel 1000 was reborn in 2013 and is now a grey rectangular building in an industrial style with…
Kanazawa & the Hokuriku Coast
A hop, skip and jump from JR Fukui Station, this refurbished hotel has tastefully decorated rooms, free wi-fi, a coin laundry, and a variety of room types…
Ueno & Yanesen
More like a modern hotel than a traditional ryokan, the family-run Annex Katsutarō has spotless, thoughtfully arranged tatami rooms. It’s ideal for…
Osaka
Conveniently situated on Midō-suji, St Regis emits an atmosphere of old world elegance. Service is highly professional, rooms are comfortable and spacious…
Southern Higashiyama
This beautiful little ryokan is on a quaint, quiet cobblestone alley, just down the hill from some of Kyoto’s most important sights. The owner prefers…
Fukuoka
Ensconced amid the fountains of Canal City, this massive yet sumptuous property's warm, light-filled rooms synthesise traditional Japanese aesthetics …
Kanazawa
Kanazawa's most luxurious hotel has a wide range of spacious rooms, from singles to lavish suites, and an impressive selection of restaurants and bars…
Naha
Tucked into a small, quiet neighbourhood two minutes' walk from Kokusai-dōri, this spotless little minshuku offers secure, stand-alone apartments, some…
Asakusa & Sumida River
The riverside location, nicely designed dorms and rooms in cool blues with a Nordic feel and an on-site craft brewery and restaurant are all appealing…
Hokkaidō
Aimed at backpackers and run by a grandson of the first Ainu member of Japanese Parliament, this spic-and-span spot offers comfy dorm beds or private…
Nara
Japan's Nikkō chain always delivers a comfortable, smooth stay and this location is no different. It's conveniently connected to JR Nara Station by a…
Route Inn Azumino Toyoshina Eki-minami
Matsumoto & the Northern Japan Alps
This newer business hotel is located close to Toyoshina Station, two stops south of Hotaka Station – perfect for forays into the Azumino area. Rooms are…
Nikkō
Run by a lovely older couple, this small but well-maintained minshuku (guesthouse) offers spacious tatami rooms, generous meals and a pick-up service…
Hakone
Lower weekday prices make this cute ryokan with its tatami rooms an attractive proposition, especially as some have mountain views. There's also a small…
Western Honshū
Matsuekan offers Japanese-style accommodation, a short walk from the station. Most rooms have private toilets and washbasins, and there are shared…
Around Tokyo
While the second 'B' is no more (it doesn't offer any food), this simple inn is comfortable and friendly, with wood floors and a homely feel. The friendly…
Shikoku
This excellent business hotel near Kōchi Station is an astute alternative to the larger chains. Service is efficient and friendly, and the rooms are…
Western Honshū
The 100-year-old Ryokan Masuya, down the street towards the sea from the two public baths, has its own bath. A little English is spoken, and accommodation…
Kyūshū
Seven minutes on foot from Karatsu Station, this hotel doesn't win style points, but it has clean rooms and friendly, accommodating staff. Some singles…
Roppongi, Akasaka & Around
Stylish, modern and reasonably priced, this branch of a business-hotel chain offers 140cm-wide beds and a complimentary buffet breakfast. It’s close…
Matsumoto
Matsumoto's sharpest Western hotel recently undertook a makeover of its public spaces and rooms, leaving it looking quite the part. The executive rooms…
Western Honshū
This well-kept minshuku is on the main road south of the Tonomachi district. Bathrooms are shared. Walking from the station, look for the building with a…
Western Honshū
A great choice on Chiburi-jima, with balconied rooms featuring fabulous sea views. There's an open-air bath (open April to October) and free bicycle use…
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