Hostels in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan

Had a wonderful time at this hostel! It’s quite social and the people working there are kind and fun to hang out with :) The kitchen facilities and common space are great. I loved the close proximity to Lawson, a supermarket and also the lake! I didn’t have time to rent a bike, but I like that they have bikes for rent. I also did laundry while I was there and that was very easy and the dryer was effective unlike some machines I’ve used elsewhere in Japan. The hostel is about a 20-min walk from Kawaguchiko station. There are bus stops nearby but the buses stop running quite early in the evening. I stayed in a 9-bed dorm on the second floor and one thing that’s lacking is curtains for each bed. I think that would really help everyone’s sleep quality since the room curtains often aren’t closed at night (by other guests) and it would give everyone more privacy. Overall, I’d definitely recommend this hostel to anyone visiting the area!

This is probably the best capsule hotel I've ever stayed in. The front desk staff were incredibly kind and attentive, making every guest feel truly at home. The night shift staff also seemed very capable and strong, ready to handle any issues, and their English was excellent. I felt very safe staying here. The hotel cleans from 10 AM to 3 PM every day, even for consecutive stays. When I returned to my capsule, the bedding was always fresh, clean, and fluffy. Both hygiene and safety were top-notch. I'm incredibly satisfied and will definitely return if I get the chance.

The owner was excellent! While the hotel's location was a bit remote, the overall experience was fantastic. We contacted the owner, and they even arranged pick-up and drop-off for us. A truly wonderful stay, highly recommended!

The accommodation exceeded our expectations. Clean, airy and conveniently located to many places to visit. The hostess was super friendly, gave us instructions on how to get around cheaply and even gave us gifts!

Approximately 11 min walk from the station which isn’t too bad. However, it might be quite a walk if you have 2 big luggages. Booked a private room on the 2nd floor and thankfully the staff (male) helped us carry our bags up the stairs. The shower was well equipped with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash and lots of hot water and good pressure. Walls are rather thin so you can hear people walking up and down the stairs or even opening their bags. Hotel view was amazing from the room

Everything was good about this hotel. They serve fresh homemade bread every day — and it's free! The amenities were great, including a stove so we could cook. The only thing I think could be improved is the host’s friendliness. I only got to speak with him during check-in. Every day when we bumped into him, he seemed to avoid speaking with me. It would have been a perfect score if the host had been more friendly and made us feel welcome at the guesthouse.

It was my mistake, but the bathroom and toilet were not private but shared, and the kitchen was the same. I was initially disappointed, but since there were few guests, it didn't bother me too much. Also, the shared space that served as the kitchen was quite spacious, which made me feel very relaxed. In particular, regarding the kitchen, unlike most hotels which don't have such kitchen facilities, it had a refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, and dishes, chopsticks, spoons, etc., and there was also a large table space, making it very convenient for preparing dinner and breakfast. There is also a large supermarket within easy driving distance, so I think it is a very convenient place for people who use it that way.

The hotel is tastefully decorated - very comfortable, from the window of the room a stunning view on Fuji. Next to the bus stop there are places where you can eat even after 9:00, which is surprising for such a area! From the downsides - the road to the hotel is laid out of grave, the day before we on the same stone road broke the suitcase, to look for a new in such a area very expensive and uncomfortable, so here it was necessary to carry it in hands, it is very tired, In the house itself there are also many porosh and steps, so travelers with big and heavy bags will be extremely uncomfortable in this hotel, the second time would not stop, only if to go on the light.

静かにのんびりできました。

A really great hostel! We slept on futons. The lake is a 20-30 minute walk away. There's no sound of passing cars nearby; the forest is very peaceful; we fell asleep to the sound of the rain. The hostess was very kind; she drove us to the bus stop since we had suitcases, thank you so much ☺️