Hostels in Niigata Prefecture, Japan

The room was clean and tidy, and the location is very close to Naeba Ski Resort. The guesthouse offers a shuttle service every day, but even if you miss it, it's only a 5-10 minute walk back. The owners are a Chinese couple who have lived in Japan for many years; they are very warm and provide excellent service, which is especially convenient for Chinese travelers who don't speak Japanese. Thanks again to the owners for their warm hospitality, and for the delicious food (Gochisousama deshita)!

I came here during summer for Fuji Rock. In all honesty, it’s alright, the room is clean & the beds were comfortable, aircon works. Don’t expect much from the room, as there’s only 1 power socket in the room, so we had to share. It’s really just for sleeping. The shower is an open bathroom common in Japan & shared toilet situation, so just take note for travellers who aren’t comfortable for that kind of thing. But the good thing is that the shower area was clean, water is hot & great. Towels are provided although it’s a really small and thin one. There’s a free large area for parking near the place so that’s good. I’d think it would be great for winter as it’s right next to the gondola, but we didn’t experience that.

Nestled in the mountains of Tokamachi, this onsen ryokan brews its own sake and offers stunning natural views. Guests can enjoy all their locally brewed sake during their stay. It's a perfect spot for travelers who love hot springs and Japanese sake. However, you'll need to drive yourself or arrange for a pick-up in advance as public transportation isn't readily available.