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17 Jul - 19 Jul
In two weeks
24 Jul - 26 Jul
In one month
7 Aug - 9 Aug
In two months
4 Sept - 6 Sept

Our top choices for Otaru hostels

Basic Shared Dormitory | Interior

Tug-B Bar&Hostel

Tug-B Bar&Hostel
2.0 star property
Otaru
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"とても過ごしやすかったです！また泊まりたいです！"
Japan
Sayaka
The price is NZ$73
13 July - 14 July
Tug-B Bar&Hostel
Exterior

Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi

Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi
1.0 star property
Otaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay! Loved our relaxing time there and the city was beautiful. Went on a lovely hike. Hug and Momo were so sweet and such a great treat! The hosts were so welcoming and also had great recommendations for our trip going forward! Would love to stay again! "
Canada
Jared
The price is NZ$86
22 July - 23 July
Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi
Shared bathroom

Guest House Otaru WANOKAZE - Hostel

Guest House Otaru WANOKAZE - Hostel
2.0 star property
Otaru
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (60 reviews)
"Check in was great. Staff was lovely. Facilities were better than expected. The rest area was amazing."
Canada
Reiner
The price is NZ$84
13 July - 14 July
Guest House Otaru WANOKAZE - Hostel
Beach

Otaru YaDo - Hostel

Otaru YaDo - Hostel
1.5 star property
Otaru
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (141 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
Canada
MICHELLE
The price is NZ$111
23 July - 24 July
Otaru YaDo - Hostel
Exterior

R230

R230
1.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"周辺は静かで近くにコンビニやラーメン屋、バス停があり便利です。スタッフの方の説明も丁寧でした。バスタブがあるのがとても良かったです"
Japan
sadajiro
The price is NZ$73
7 Aug - 8 Aug
R230
Courtyard

Untapped Hostel

Untapped Hostel
2.0 star property
Kita Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (157 reviews)
"I had a wonderful experience staying here. Good people good food. Easy access to anywhere."
Japan
Reiko
The price is NZ$124
21 July - 22 July
Untapped Hostel
Lobby lounge

SappoLodge - Hostel

SappoLodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Chuo-ku
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (114 reviews)
"Very friendly atmosphere from the moment I walked in"
Australia
Michael
The price is NZ$51
15 July - 16 July
SappoLodge - Hostel
Front of property

HOTEL POTMUM - Hostel

HOTEL POTMUM - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shiroishi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (227 reviews)
"Clean room, great coffee. Comfortable beds. The only downside was the cold rooms- especially on the floors"
Canada
Sara
The price is NZ$152
22 July - 23 July
HOTEL POTMUM - Hostel
Public bath

Hatagoya Jyozankei Shoten - Hostel

Hatagoya Jyozankei Shoten - Hostel
1.0 star property
Jozankei
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (97 reviews)
"Beautiful space, excellent service & delicious dinner with a wonderful array of sakes."
Singapore
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$229
8 July - 9 July
Hatagoya Jyozankei Shoten - Hostel
Japanese-style Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

GRAND HOSTEL LDK ODORI PARK

GRAND HOSTEL LDK ODORI PARK
1.0 star property
Sapporo City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (161 reviews)
"The staff were lovely."
Australia
Cristina
The price is NZ$83
13 July - 14 July
GRAND HOSTEL LDK ODORI PARK
Exterior

Arura Sapporo - Hostel

Arura Sapporo - Hostel
1.0 star property
Chuo-ku
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"So glad I stayed here. Srsly great hostel. "
United States
Madeleine
The price is NZ$241
17 July - 18 July
Arura Sapporo - Hostel
Property amenity

Grand Hostel LDK Sapporo

Grand Hostel LDK Sapporo
2.0 star property
Sapporo City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (551 reviews)
"The location was great easy access to many areas around the city "
United States
Royal
The price is NZ$74
13 July - 14 July
Grand Hostel LDK Sapporo
Exterior

HELIO HOSTEL SAPPORO

HELIO HOSTEL SAPPORO
2.0 star property
Sapporo City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (66 reviews)
"OK to stay at "
Japan
Chie
The price is NZ$162
20 July - 21 July
HELIO HOSTEL SAPPORO
Lobby lounge

Hotel Plus Hostel SAPPORO

Hotel Plus Hostel SAPPORO
1.0 star property
Sapporo City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (196 reviews)
"Easy stay in a great location. "
Australia
Avi
The price is NZ$39
28 July - 29 July
Hotel Plus Hostel SAPPORO
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Top Otaru Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Sapporo

Hotel Gracery Sapporo

10/10 Excellent
"Room and location was perfect, check-in was smooth and breakfast was great. The ambience is very soothing and calm. It was a great hotel, would definitely recommend! "
Sonja 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hotel Gracery Sapporo

Find out more about Otaru

Otaru Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,755
Accommodation
44 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$39
Highest Price
NZ$241

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Otaru?
By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and use more of your trip funds for exploring during your holiday. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the sea views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few forms, but all of them have a few qualities in common, including budget prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Otaru?
Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Otaru YaDo - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Otaru Canal. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Tug-B Bar&Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Otaru Canal. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You'll find showers, hairdryers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Minami-Otaru Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Guest House Otaru WANOKAZE - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Otaru Canal. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as an indoor pool. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
How many hostels will I find in Otaru?
If you're in the market for an affordable place to stay in Otaru, one of Expedia's 9 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Otaru?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of -5°C. The snowiest months in Otaru are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 77 cm of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Otaru?
Generally, Otaru is known for its museums, seafood and live music. Major attractions include Odori Park. Get out into nature with places such as Asarigawa Hot Spring, Zenibako Beach and Otaru Kihinkan. Cultural attractions include Otaru Music Box Museum, Otaru City Art Museum and Bank of Japan Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Otaru while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Otaru on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Sapporo (OKD-Okadama), located 20.3 mi (32.7 km) away from the city centre. Another option is New Chitose Airport (CTS), which is 44.7 mi (72 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you may want to use public transport during your trip. Take advantage of metro transport at Otaru Station, Minami-Otaru Station and Otaru-Chikkō Station.

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