Hostels in Takayama

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for exploring. You'll find local tours and other activities to enjoy, and the mountain views create an appealing natural setting.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but they have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start: Backpackers Jinya - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Takayama Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Komorebi hostel-your cozy place- - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Takayama Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi at this property. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi. Backpackers Hida Takayama - Property features include free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Hostel Murasaki - Property features include free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Rooms come with showers, hairdryers and free Wi-Fi. K's House Takayama Oasis - Quality Hostels - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Takayama Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You'll find hairdryers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

If you're searching for a low-cost place to stay in Takayama, one of Expedia's 12 hostels might be a great choice.

Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -3°C. The rainiest months in Takayama are July, September, August and June, with each month seeing an average of 333 mm of rainfall.

Depending on what interests you, you might like to discover some places near Takayama. Get out into nature with places such as Fukuji Onsen, Mount Norikura and Hirayu Waterfall. Cultural attractions include Takayama Jinya, Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Hida Folk Village. Visit landmarks such as Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area, Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village and Nakabashi Bridge.

Keep this information about transit options in Takayama on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Toyama (TOY), 34.9 mi (56.2 km) away from the city centre. Another option is Matsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto), which is 37.7 mi (60.7 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transport to get around. If you're hoping to see more of the surrounding area, make your way to Takayama Station to catch a train.