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title: "ZEN Hostel, Nagano: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "ZEN Hostel in Nagano: rated 8.6 by guests, 1-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-12
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Hostel · ★
# ZEN Hostel

Yamanouchi, Nagano, Japan

8.6 ·  Very good 156 reviews ·  #56 #56 of 186 in Nagano ·  4.2/5 on Google, 85 reviews ·  5.5 Location score
## About ZEN Hostel

ZEN Hostel is a hostel in Yamanouchi, Nagano, Japan. It holds a 1-star rating. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 156 reviews. Facilities include gym, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 2.6 km from the centre of Nagano. The nearest airport, Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport (MMJ), is 78 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 9

- **Floors:** 3

- **Last renovated:** 2016

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 30

3031 Hirao, Yamanouchi, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano [zenhostel.net](http://zenhostel.net/)

## How ZEN Hostel scores

Better rated than 71% of hotels in Nagano

-   Guest rating **8.6**
-   Location **5.5**
-   Public transport **9.3**

Nagano average

## Rating on Google

4.2/5

85 Google reviews

-   5★42%
-   4★43%
-   3★12%
-   2★1%
-   1★1%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

GymFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Gym

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   In-room safe

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **5.5**/10

- **Walk grade:** **50**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **34**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Yudanaka Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">280 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">78 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">175 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nagano</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.6 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

## ZEN Hostel: in detail

At ZEN Hostel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hostel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Chilly nights become more delightful than balmy ones, as you snuggle near the hostel's inviting hearth. At the hostel, utilize the convenient laundry service to maintain your preferred travel attire fresh, allowing you to pack lighter. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hostel. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. At ZEN Hostel, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. At the hostel, a wide array of leisure activities guarantees a fulfilling experience during your visit. Enjoy skiing every day as the ski slopes on the premises provides seamless access for your convenience. At the hostel fitness center, you have the option to engage in your daily exercise routine or simply alleviate your jet lag by breaking a sweat.

### Compare

## Compare ZEN Hostel with nearby hotels

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## Questions about ZEN Hostel

### How do guests rate ZEN Hostel?

ZEN Hostel has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10 from 156 reviews, which is better than 71% of rated hotels in Nagano.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at ZEN Hostel?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Is there parking at ZEN Hostel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is ZEN Hostel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport (MMJ), is 78 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does ZEN Hostel have?

ZEN Hostel has 9 rooms on 3 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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Source: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/zen-hostel-nagano/. Facts are compiled by StayVersus from partner data (Agoda), Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports, public Google Maps listings and hotels' own websites. Scores use one formula for every hotel. Methodology: https://stayversus.com/en/about/