Reviews of Dot Hostel Nagano 1 stars
380-0852 Nagano, Nagano, Higashinomon Cho 379, Japan
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Reviewed: 17 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat location, had access to a washing machine for cheap and friendly host.
Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe host was really kind and we could leave our baggage there after checkout.
Reviewed: 11 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewEverything was great! We stayed two nights. We had a car so the slight distance to the station wasn't a problem for us. And there was public parking in the same street that cost only ¥600 per day. The host was super friendly, the hostel is built in a 100 year old house and has a lot of charm. We met various other guests and one of the nights stayed all up until late sharing stories of our travels and talking. Super great. The location is also superb. Close to Zenkoji temple and the Museum. It also has a bus stop close by.
Nothing!
Reviewed: 4 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 31 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewGreat location, great staff, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen. I couldn’t have asked for more.
Reviewed: 31 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 30 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe hostel itself is a beautiful Japanese house, I really enjoyed staying here. It's super close to the Zenkoji temple, which is a convenient location to other sights / kombini nearby. Staff are really friendly and helpful.
The mattress is super thin, which made it really hard to sleep comfortably.
Reviewed: 22 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewStaff were lovely, very welcoming, helpful. Generally probably pretty good value for money
Bed pretty uncomfortable, obviously there is a standard of solid bed, good for your back etc. but tbh even by Japanese standard could do with a bit more padding. Also you are sharing a single shower and single toilet between 12? Maybe 14 people? Not the end of the world but means there's a bit of a wait sometimes
Reviewed: 22 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe hostel is so cute and cosy and also super clean - I really enjoyed my stay There are limited bathroom facilities but I never had a problem with this.
My only issue was an exit light shining in my eyes at night but otherwise it was lovely!
Reviewed: 20 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewA typical old house case, nice wood, locations is perfect for morning walk or evening walk around the best area
Reviewed: 1 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe host. Baggage possible to leave there after check-out
Reviewed: 22 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewOwner was really nice and helpful, location is very central and cozy.
Reviewed: 12 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewA little far from nagano station, but right next to zenkoji temple - convenient to view the morning ceremony. Has full kitchen and fridge. Had a lovely stay here
The stairs to the rooms are a bit steep, warning for those with mobility issues
Reviewed: 13 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewVery clean, has everything you need.
Reviewed: 7 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 November 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewClose to Zenkoji temple and transit
I found the bed was a little uncomfortable
Reviewed: 15 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewGreat location if you are going to visit Zenkoji temple and Nagano museums. The staff Hara san is very helpful to advise nice restaurants and tourist spots near Nagano.
Nope
Reviewed: 31 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewWell located near the temple & the center Very nice host with good recommendations Fairly social - but up to you to make it so Nice old traditional house Access to an equipped kitchen
Incredibly noisy from the road & you could feel your bed shake when buses pass by as of 6am Only one shower - if the house is full could be an issue
Reviewed: 14 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
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