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The best hostels in Otaru

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Little Barrel

Otaru

Set within 1.5 km of Otaru Station and 17 km of Otarushi Zenibako City Center, Little Barrel provides rooms in Otaru.

y
yossef
From
Israel
Great place And the best staff !!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,099 reviews
Price from
US$42.73
1 night, 2 adults

Tug-B Bar & Hostel

Otaru

Set in Otaru and with Otaru Station reachable within 1.1 km, Tug-B Bar & Hostel offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

A
Amelia
From
Australia
Staff were super friendly and helpful with lots of tips of where to go and good restaurants to try. Cool bar area and super close to the canal and main area of Otaru. 10min walk from train station
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Price from
US$45.55
1 night, 2 adults

Otaru YaDo

Otaru

Located in Otaru and with Otaru Station reachable within 600 metres, Otaru YaDo provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

O
Oon Khai Yue
From
Malaysia
The spacious room. Comfortable room. Security for female and the luggage storage even after we check out. Friendly staff, clean bathroom, good facilities and best environment. Definitely will come back again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 668 reviews
Price from
US$76.17
1 night, 2 adults

The Otaornai Backpacker's Hostel Morinoki

Otaru

Situated 1.4 km from Otaru Station, The Otaornai Backpacker's Hostel Morinoki offers 1-star accommodation in Otaru and has a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

C
Catrin
From
United Kingdom
I booked at this hostel based on someone's recommendation from another hostel. I have spent nearly a year in Japan and this is one of my favourite hostels I have stayed in! I met up with my friend in Otaru and we both stayed in the female-only dorm. The location is great, and we were lucky to see some fireworks from the veranda outside. The entire environment is very cosy, there is a whole wall full of DVDs that are free to watch, so we watched a Ghibli film nearly every night we stayed. There's also a huge selection of books, manga and games too, with lots of cosy spaces to enjoy. The host and staff members were very helpful, friendly and kind. And of course they have a dog and cat so that is the cherry on top!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews

Otaru Eminabackpackers

Otaru

Otaru Eminabackpackers is located in Otaru, within 2.8 km of Otaru Canal Park and 3.4 km of Otaru Museum.

M
Miao
From
China
The house is very cozy, and the host is very nice. You will definitely enjoy your stay here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

Otaru Tap Room & Hostel

Otaru

Otaru Tap Room & Hostel is situated in Otaru, within 17 km of Otarushi Zenibako City Center and 35 km of Sapporo Station.

B
Bernadette
From
Japan
The welcome drink was delicious! I came late and wanted to walk around the area before turning in, or I would have stayed and drank more. I wish the bar were open earlier because I wanted to get at least one more drink before leaving the next day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews

Guest House Ringo

Otaru

Set in Otaru and within 1.5 km of Otaru Station, Guest House Ringo has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

J
Julie
From
United Kingdom
The house had everything we needed. Having access to the kitchen to cook was great. The parking space was also very handy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews

Choine Hotel Sapporo Teine

Sapporo (Near Otaru)

Situated in Sapporo, 7.9 km from Otarushi Zenibako City Center, Choine Hotel Sapporo Teine features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and ski-to-door access.

W
Weiting
From
Taiwan
Super comfortable dining area and helpful staffs are awesome😍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews

琴似バックパッカーズ

Kotoni (Near Otaru)

Set within 4.9 km of Sapporo Station and 15 km of Otarushi Zenibako City Center, 琴似バックパッカーズ offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kotoni.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in Otaru and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Otaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Otaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Otaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Otaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Otaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 668 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Otaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Otaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,099 reviews

Hostels that guests love in Otaru

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  • Avg. price/night: US$77.59
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 668 reviews
    Great location, clean and big commun space
    Guest review by
    malo
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$59.68
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
    Good location and walk by 10 minutes to arrive from Otaru JR station. Also close to channel and warehouse tourist areas. The reception staff is friendly and patience to introduce hostel facilities. Very nice to offer a welcome drink after check-in. The facilities are well equipped and the common area is large which makes me feel convenient and comfortable to stay. The bed is comfortable as well. Recommend for budgeted travelers to stay here when traveling to Otaru.
    Guest review by
    Joe
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
    Great location, close to Otaru canal, lawson and restaurants nearby, cozy hostel, comfy bed, cut cat and dog in the house, owner is nice and allow me to store luggage after check out
    Guest review by
    Cheryl Shuk Man
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
    The best hostel I've ever stayed in, quiet, felt like home. Wonderful owner and staff, I got a nice Japanese breakfast, too. Will hopefully come back soon!
    Guest review by
    Aga
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$77.59
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 668 reviews
    Probably the best hostel i’ve ever stayed at that i decided to write review for the first time. Super cosy lobby and spacious toilets (even bigger than hotel toilets in japan). The whole hostel was also spotlessly clean and organised which really impressed me comparing to other hostels i’ve stayed at.
    Guest review by
    Ang
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$35.94
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,099 reviews
    I stayed in a dormitory room but I was surprised to find it wasn't a bunk bed but a narrow room with a curtain at one end. The high ceiling was very nice after staying in capsule or bunk beds for weeks. I liked the vibe of the place so much that I asked to extend my stay an extra night. Also the coin laundry is the cheapest I've seen.
    Guest review by
    Shane
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$77.59
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 668 reviews
    Well managed hostel. Big communial area. Clean and big shower area. Cheap laundry and direr.
    Guest review by
    Junhyeok
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$46.69
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
    Best hostel I’ve stayed at in Japan. Been to quite a few. The manager here, Daigo (I think it’s spelled) is the nicest and super friendly. Easy to stop early and leave bags, good location from the stations and walking to the canal and around town. Super nice bar and lounge, as well as the dorm! Wish I could have stayed longer. Will for sure be back
    Guest review by
    Devan
    Solo traveller