1166 Backpackers

The staff at 1166 backpackers were incredibly friendly. As a solo traveller I felt very welcomed chatting to them. The staff also recommended great places to visit in the local area. The hotel has a really cosy atmosphere where there is fresh coffee and tea provided every morning. Will definitely come back next time I am in the Nagano region.

I just had two amazing nights in the Hostel. The staff is so friendly and tries to make the extra step! Thank you for the warm welcome! It is not a Hotel so be prepared to hear the other guests. However, the guest also tried to be very mindful and quiet!

A hidden gem hostel in Nagano city - clean, good location and neighborhood. I had a cozy and comfortable stay. Above all, what make this place special is the people who work there. (shout out to them!) They're very warm, friendly, and willing to support you with any information you need. This place is one of the reasons I decided to linger in Nagano one more day. You won't regret staying here :)

This is one of the nicest hostels I have stayed in. The staff — Yurina, Sakura, Yuhie, and Etsuke — were very welcoming and shared many useful tips: which places to visit, what to eat, and where to go in Nagano itself.||The hostel provides bicycle rentals, warm and cold barley tea at any time, and guidebooks about the area.||A highlight for me was that I began speaking Japanese here. Although the staff speak English very well, they encouraged me to use Japanese and helped me to feel the local atmosphere.||Orie, the owner, responded quickly to all my messages, which made communication smooth and easy.||Overall, a comfortable stay with great hospitality!

My most favourite place I have ever stayed. The rooms were so cosy and I felt so at home in the living and work spaces there. The best part was the kindness and warmth of the hosts - I hope to return one day!

I stayed here for two nights and I’m so glad I did! It’s a 95 year old house with a lot of love and care from its staff and owner. I felt well taken care of there, the staff made sure I knew all the local routes and perfect spots for food and onsen’s. The room itself is small but perfect for a short stay! It’s comfortable and with the air con it’s the perfect temperature. Thank you for your kindness!! I will stay again the next time I visit Nagano.

Amazing hostel. Best in Japan, been here twice already and I can't wait to visit again when I'm back in Nagano. Staff is amazing, very good recommendations for hikes and quite nice chat. Don't hesitate to stay here, lovely place.

Etsuko was amazing 😭 she gives wonderful recommendations and goes out of her way for you. The owner was so nice, passed me some camping pegs which I really needed. It’s a home away from home truly!