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ZEN Hostel

Hirao 3031, Yamanouchi, JP

8.8 guest rating· 54 reviews

About this hotel

Modern Accommodation with Nature Surroundings

Convenient Amenities for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Nearby Attractions and Easy Airport Access

Book your stay at ZEN Hostel today for a memorable experience in Yamanouchi!

Rooms & rates

Standard Family Room

Sleeps 6 · 38 m² · 6× Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating

8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 8 · 42 m² · 8× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Basic Suite, Japanese Futon

Sleeps 6 · 40 m² · Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Separate bedroom

Single Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 42 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed

Japanese-Style Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 18 m² · 2× Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Japanese-Style Triple Room

Sleeps 3 · 24 m² · 3× Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Japanese-Style Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4 · 37 m² · 4× Futon Mat

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Amenities

  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Parking
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Air conditioning
  • Ski storage
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Free wired internet
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  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Internet access
  • Invoice provided
  • Japanese garden
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snow sports gear
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property

Location

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Hirao 3031, Yamanouchi, JP

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.854 reviews

+ Friendly host+ Convenient location near attractionsFelt a bit empty due to sizeBack door lacked a lock
Cleanliness8.7
Service9.2
Location9.2
Room Quality8.2
Amenities8.7
Value for Money8.7

Guest review

9.0

Nice big property and very clean Staff were helpful And close to restaurants and station

alex · AU · 2026-03-17

Recommend for 1 or 2 nights if visiting snow monkeys

7.0

We stayed 2 nights in March, the hostel is very close to the station. The rooms are basic but fine, there are heaters provided to keep you warm. Small cupboard to hang things. Futons were surprisingly comfortable and the bedding was cozy. Toilets and shower room are kept clean, restocked and warm. Staff were kind and check in was very easy. Ideal for 1 or 2 nights to go see the snow monkeys, the hostel is in a great location so we walked all the way from the hostel to the snow monkeys to beat the crowds as the buses only run after it opens, highly recommend. There are a few restaurants and bars dotted around nearby.

Pillows are very thin. Bathrooms for both genders are not on every floor. Frustrating how there was no mirror above the sink by the woman’s toilets which made washing my hands and putting my contact lenses in difficult.

Regan · GB · 2026-03-10

Guest review

8.0

Zen Hostel was an intimately administered lodge that was close enough to a number of ski areas - we made use of the free shuttle to Ryuoo from the station five minutes walk away. The hostel rooms were warm, but lacked a heated communal area - perhaps due to the tail end of the season. The rooms and bathrooms were clean. There older fashioned tatami style.sleeping arrangements were a worthwhile change for our unaccustomed aging gaijin bodies. Our host was friendly and helpful.

Howard · NZ · 2026-03-09

Would love to stay here again in the future if i have the chance to

10.0

Me and my friends definitely loooove and enjoyed our stay here the most during our japan trip. The room size was spacious enough for us to open our luggages all the time. To be honest, we really don’t have any complaints at all during our stay at Zen Hostel. Everything exceeds our expectations in the best way. Totally recommended for adults (not applicable to elderly and babies though) to stay here.

Sarah Sabrina · MY · 2026-03-08

Guest review

10.0

Clean, friendly staff and great location.

Nothing.

Tammy · AU · 2026-03-05

Good to know

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any cots.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.