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Next weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug
In two weeks
4 Sept - 6 Sept
In one month
18 Sept - 20 Sept
In two months
16 Oct - 18 Oct

Our top choices for Otaru hostels

Shared bathroom

1. Guest House Otaru WANOKAZE - Hostel

Guest House Otaru WANOKAZE - Hostel
2.0 star property
Otaru
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (61 reviews)
"Check in was great. Staff was lovely. Facilities were better than expected. The rest area was amazing."
Canada
Reiner
The price is NZ$82
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Guest House Otaru WANOKAZE - Hostel
Beach

2. Otaru YaDo - Hostel

Otaru YaDo - Hostel
1.5 star property
Otaru
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (144 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
Canada
MICHELLE
The price is NZ$113
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Otaru YaDo - Hostel
Basic Shared Dormitory | Interior

3. Tug-B Bar&Hostel

Tug-B Bar&Hostel
2.0 star property
Otaru
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"値段がお得だから仕方がないけど、壁が薄くて隣の客が騒いでてうるさくて寝れなかっただけが残念。"
Japan
hidenori
The price is NZ$64
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Tug-B Bar&Hostel
Exterior

4. R230

R230
1.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"何と言ってもコストパフォーマンスですね。個室で3,000円未満ですから、満足です。トイレの個室が一つしか無かったり、国道230号に面した窓から、走行車両の音が聞こえたり、色々とありますが宿泊代を考慮したら素晴らしい。受付のスタッフの方も丁寧で柔らかい物腰です。機会があったら又利用させていただきます。"
Japan
YUJI
The price is NZ$87
27 Aug - 28 Aug
R230
Courtyard

5. Untapped Hostel

Untapped Hostel
2.0 star property
Kita Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (159 reviews)
"Great location with easy access to public transport. The facilities were good and had everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The staff were also very friendly and helpful. Overall, a convenient and pleasant place to stay."
Australia
Miracle May
The price is NZ$115
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Untapped Hostel
Public bath

6. 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$228
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hatagoya Jyozankei Shoten - Hostel
Front of property

7. HOTEL POTMUM - Hostel

HOTEL POTMUM - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shiroishi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (229 reviews)
"Clean room, great coffee. Comfortable beds. The only downside was the cold rooms- especially on the floors"
Canada
Sara
The price is NZ$130
31 Aug - 1 Sept
HOTEL POTMUM - Hostel
Property amenity

8. Grand Hostel LDK Sapporo

Grand Hostel LDK Sapporo
2.0 star property
Sapporo City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (555 reviews)
"The location was great easy access to many areas around the city "
United States
Royal
The price is NZ$53
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Grand Hostel LDK Sapporo
Exterior

9. HELIO HOSTEL SAPPORO

HELIO HOSTEL SAPPORO
2.0 star property
Sapporo City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (68 reviews)
"Very clean and laundry is not required own soap."
United States
Yoko
The price is NZ$114
24 Aug - 25 Aug
HELIO HOSTEL SAPPORO
Exterior

10. 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$208
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Arura Sapporo - Hostel
Lobby lounge

11. Hotel Plus Hostel SAPPORO

Hotel Plus Hostel SAPPORO
1.0 star property
Sapporo City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (202 reviews)
"It did exactly what it needed to so i’m pleased w my stay. However the breakfast was not great it was just some voucher for Doutor Coffee"
United States
Jillian
The price is NZ$40
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Plus Hostel SAPPORO
Lobby lounge

12. 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$106
25 Aug - 26 Aug
SappoLodge - Hostel
Japanese-style Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

13. GRAND HOSTEL LDK ODORI PARK

GRAND HOSTEL LDK ODORI PARK
1.0 star property
Sapporo City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (164 reviews)
"The staff were lovely."
Australia
Cristina
The price is NZ$87
23 Aug - 24 Aug
GRAND HOSTEL LDK ODORI PARK
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Top Otaru Hotel Reviews

Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo

Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo

10/10 Excellent
"It was convenient to park. The location was good. Breakfast buffet was also good"
SeonHyeong 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo

Find out more about Otaru

Otaru Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,671
Accommodation
45 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$40
Highest Price
NZ$228

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. 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. Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Minami-Otaru Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Little Barrel Guest House - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Minami-Otaru Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers 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?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to discover the area around Otaru. Get out into nature with places such as Asarigawa Hot Spring, Zenibako Beach and Otaru Dream Beach. Cultural attractions include Otaru Music Box Museum, Otaru City Art Museum and Bank of Japan Museum. Visit landmarks such as Otaru Kihinkan.
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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