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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: WhyKumano in Nachikatsuura offers a hostel with air-conditioning, a lounge, shared kitchen, coffee shop, and bicycle parking. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a dining area. Convenient Facilities: The property features a washing machine, bidet, hairdryer, dining table, wine or champagne, refrigerator, work desk, shared bathroom, minibar, microwave, shower, electric kettle, and kitchenware. Prime Location: Located 82 km from Nanki–Shirahama Airport, WhyKumano is an 18-minute walk from Nachi Beach and 1.2 km from Nachikatsuura Sports and Cultural Center. Nearby attractions include Fudarakusanji Temple (2.7 km) and Kumano Hayatama Taisha (16 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its public transport options, convenient location, and attentive staff.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Adam
Canada
“Really convenient location in a wonderful town. I stayed during August, and even though the hostel wasn't full I met some great people here! The staff can speak english well, they were all super kind and helpful. Facilities were all clean. I...” - Willems
Slovakia
“Perfect location, very cheap, could do reservation day before. Overall very solid place with amazing staff.” - Keith
Australia
“Great location right across from the train station with lots of delicious food options a short walking distance away.” - Luka
Australia
“So close to the train station! Great kitchen, beds, showers etc! Looks new and is clean. Loved the small fan and humidifier in the capsule. Thanks staff of why Kumano!” - Amélie
Germany
“Employees were very helpful, breakfast and coffee were great, it was really nice, just be aware that Kiikatsuura is not a buzzing city” - Silvia
Australia
“Very central and close to everything. The rooms were cute and just the right size, and I'm a tall person. Comfortable bed. Staff very friendly and went way beyond to help me with anything I needed.” - Michelle
Morocco
“Friendly, clean and the most conveniently located hostel in the area - directly opposite the train station. Great for the weary hiker coming straight off the bus and close to an Onsen.” - Victoria
United Kingdom
“Very comfortable and perfect place to stay when just finished the Kumono Kodo hike. Loved the bed set up, felt really clean. Staff really lovely. Central to some nice local restaurants e.g amazing ramen place and ichiren izakaya” - Ella
United States
“It was awesome, late check-in, last minute booking, stellar location, great price, they even hooked us up with an e-bike rental and a bunch of local must-do maps. The breakfast is also delicious and the coffee is superb. Comfy, perfect space. It...” - Claudia
Netherlands
“The location was perfect, literally across the street from the train station and bus stop. Also very close to the sea so perfect if you want to go for a walk there. We had the private double room which was very spacious and everything was...”
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Child policies
Children older than 13 years are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.





The fine print
Please inform WhyKumano 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.