About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Local Knot Backpackers in Nagano offers family rooms with tatami floors and city views. Each room includes air-conditioning, a bidet, hairdryer, shared bathroom, shower, slippers, and a wardrobe. Shared Facilities: Guests can use the shared kitchen, bicycle parking, luggage storage, and ski storage. Additional amenities include a city view, tatami floor, and wardrobe. Convenient Location: Located less than 1 km from Nagano Station, the hostel is 72 km from Matsumoto Airport. Nearby attractions include Zenkoji Temple (3.1 km), Suzaka City Zoo (13 km), and Jigokudani Monkey Park (34 km). Activities: Skiing is available nearby, with ski storage provided.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Uria
Israel
“The staff is super nice! You can see they love the place- Gave me great suggestions (where to eat and travel) and had some great talks! The vibes were great and I had everything I needed, and the location is great and close to the station🫶” - J
Japan
“Excellent location. Walking distance to Nagano station. The hostel is located right next to the train line yet it was still very very quiet. The facilities at the hostel is clean and suffice. Highly recommend.” - Mimi
Poland
“The staff explained everything as well as they could’ve; there was free coffee in the kitchen, and the common area was pretty comfortable - the room was big as for the Japanese standard ( we all had space to open our suitcases ). And the best part...” - Soltan
Saudi Arabia
“Great place to stay and was close to the station which makes it the ideal place. Staff and owner provided great experience.” - Pal
United Kingdom
“I had such a wonderful stay here! The hostel itself is cozy, clean, and welcoming, but what really made the experience special were the hosts. They went out of their way to make me feel at home and shared so much about Japan and its culture,...” - Gabriela
Australia
“The staff was really lovely and helpful with any enquiries. I felt very welcomed. The communal area is very cute and cozy. The beds were exceptionally comfortable. 6 min walk to the train station and main centre of Nagano with plenty of...” - Mari
Japan
“Staff was kind and made me feel at home. Quiet place but right next to the station and bus stops. Hightly recommend for anyone who are solo travelers!” - Nahla
France
“Sad I only stayed for one night, but definitely one of the best experiences I’ve had!! Met wonderful people and staff members who welcomed warmly even before my arrival! Made my trip to Nagano way more enjoyable ❤️🩹” - Mitch
Japan
“it was just near the station which is very convenient” - Nicolai
United Kingdom
“I like everything about this place! Thanks to all the staff! This is one of the best and welcoming guesthouses I have ever been in all my travels around the world. Thanks to all! Unforgettable stay here. Really felt like home.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.






The fine print
Please note that guests staying for 2 consecutive nights or more must leave the room between 10:00-15:00 everyday for room cleaning purposes. Shared lounge area can be used.
Please note that children cannot be accommodated in dormitory rooms.
Please inform Local Knot Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.