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The 10 Best Homestays in Matsumoto, Japan

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Offering a garden and garden view, 松本はなれ is set in Matsumoto, 1.4 km from Matsumoto Station and 4.9 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum. This guest house offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. The guest house has family rooms.

Very cozy place, perfect location

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9.2
Wonderful
383 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

Located 1 km from Matsumoto Station and 3.8 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, Nawate Guesthouse in Matsumoto provides air-conditioned accommodation with views of the city and free WiFi. It is situated 30 km from Canora Hall and offers a shared kitchen. The guest house features family rooms.

It was amazing, in a perfect location right in the heart of the hip, tourist area of Matsumoto, with excellent facilities and a great chill lounge. The owners were super friendly and run a café/bar downstairs. Plus, there is free (real, high quality) coffee available all the time.

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9.1
Wonderful
645 reviews
Price from
$26
per night

Tabi-shiro is located in Matsumoto, 2.7 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

The rooms have a shared bathroom. Tabi-shiro features free WiFi .

There is a shared kitchen at the property.

It was delightful to chat with the staff and I can’t speak Japanese.

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9.3
Wonderful
230 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

Guest House Raicho offers accommodation in Norikura Kogen in Chubu Sangaku National Park. Mt. Norikura Ski Resort is a 3-minute drive away, and pick-up service to and from the resort is provided every morning. Free WiFi and free parking is available on site. Guests can also enjoy bathing in the sulfur hot-spring, which makes use of pure spring water. Towels and toothbrush are provided at a fee.

The backpacker feeling, relaxed and kindering spirits. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

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9.1
Wonderful
371 reviews
Price from
$38
per night

Located in Matsumoto, 3.9 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and 30 km from Canora Hall, Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88233 offers air conditioning. The property is around 500 metres from Matsumoto Castle, 33 km from Suwa-Lake and 36 km from Kamisuwa Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Matsumoto Station is 1 km away.

Staff, location, cleanliness, everything!!!

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9.6
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
$72
per night

Located in Matsumoto, 3.9 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and 30 km from Canora Hall, Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88243 offers air conditioning. The property is situated 500 metres from Matsumoto Castle, 33 km from Suwa-Lake and 36 km from Kamisuwa Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Matsumoto Station is 1 km away.

the rooms were spacious and very clean, nice common areas and clean toilet & bathroom. very central

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9.1
Wonderful
17 reviews
Price from
$85
per night

Set in Matsumoto, 3.9 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and 30 km from Canora Hall, Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88241 offers air conditioning. The property is situated 500 metres from Matsumoto Castle, 33 km from Suwa-Lake and 36 km from Kamisuwa Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Matsumoto Station is 1 km away.

The offer of toiletries to take to the onsen, bikes to cycle round the city and free washing facilities made it such an easy place to stay without hidden extra costs. The kitchen was well kitted out. Staff and other travellers very friendly.

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9.7
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
$78
per night

Hostel みんか松本, a property with a garden, is situated in Matsumoto, 3.7 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, 29 km from Canora Hall, as well as 700 metres from Matsumoto Castle. It is located 1.1 km from Matsumoto Station and features a shared kitchen. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Very traditional building, and room. Everything was functional and comfortable. The location could not have been better! 1 min walk to the castle and the city is also very much accessible!

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9.1
Wonderful
39 reviews
Price from
$62
per night

Located just 1.2 km from Matsumoto Station, Guesthouse Azumaya provides accommodation in Matsumoto with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a housekeeping service. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house features family rooms.

The host was amazing, Friendly and willing to help with everything. The facilities were good and clean, The common space was comfortable, The price was really good

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9.5
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
$18
per night

Situated in Matsumoto, less than 1 km from Matsumoto Station and 4.1 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, 一組限定の貸切空間 Guest House Engiya offers a garden and air conditioning. This guest house provides free private parking and a shared kitchen. The property is non-smoking and is located 28 km from Canora Hall.

A Great and unique place to experience a stay in Matsumoto in an authentic local house the way locals would live. Beautiful Zen gardens, easy access to walk into town, guest parking off street and beautiful details & decorations all over the house.

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9.7
Exceptional
24 reviews
Price from
$254
per night

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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
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  • Nawate Guesthouse
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 645 reviews

    Nawate Guesthouse provides free Wifi and rooms with air conditioning in Matsumoto. Providing a bar, the property is located within a 12-minute walk of Matsumoto Station.

    Perfect location, nice vibe, good facilities and really helpful hosts.

  • tabi-shiro
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 230 reviews

    Tabi-shiro is located in Matsumoto, 1.7 mi from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The rooms have a shared bathroom. Tabi-shiro features free WiFi .

    Very nice atmosphere and staff. Helpful and great bar!

  • Raicho Onsen Inn
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 371 reviews

    Guest House Raicho offers accommodations in Norikura Kogen in Chubu Sangaku National Park. Mt.

    Really lovely space overall, with good rooms, nice onsen, nice staff.

  • Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88233
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88233 offers accommodations in Matsumoto, 18 miles from Canora Hall and a 6-minute walk from Matsumoto Castle.

  • Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88243
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 17 reviews

    Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88243 is located in Matsumoto, just 18 miles from Canora Hall and a 6-minute walk from Matsumoto Castle.

    Close to the castle Very welcoming staff Quiet and clean, traditional Japanese style

  • Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88241
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88241 is located in Matsumoto, just 18 miles from Canora Hall and a 6-minute walk from Matsumoto Castle.

  • Hostel みんか松本
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 39 reviews

    Just a 12-minute walk from Matsumoto Station and 0.4 miles from Matsumoto Castle, Hostel みんか松本 features accommodations in Matsumoto, with a garden.

    Die Freundlichkeit der Gastgeberin war hervorragend.

  • Guesthouse Azumaya
    Budget options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews

    Just a 14-minute walk from Matsumoto Station and half a mile from Matsumoto Castle, Guesthouse Azumaya features accommodations in Matsumoto, with a garden.

    Accommodated in traditional Japanese style. Friendly and helpful host

Great access to the city center! Check these homestays in Matsumoto

  • Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88235
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88235 is located in Matsumoto, just 18 miles from Canora Hall and a 6-minute walk from Matsumoto Castle.

  • Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88228
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 88228 is located in Matsumoto, just 18 miles from Canora Hall and a 6-minute walk from Matsumoto Castle.

  • 一組限定の貸切空間 Guest House Engiya
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 24 reviews

    Just a 11-minute walk from Matsumoto Station and 0.8 miles from Matsumoto Castle, 一組限定の貸切空間 Guest House Engiya features accommodations in Matsumoto, with a garden and a shared lounge.

    Great Location, Responsive and flexible host, beautiful and clean property

  • 松本はなれ
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 383 reviews

    Just a 17-minute walk from Matsumoto Station and 0.7 miles from Matsumoto Castle, 松本はなれ features accommodations in Matsumoto, with a garden and a shared lounge.

    The house was perfect, we felt very welcome and loved everything about this place!

  • Hostel Minka Matsumoto - Vacation STAY 87678
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 34 reviews

    Hostel Minka Matsumoto - Vacation STAY 87678 is located in Matsumoto, just 2.3 miles from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and 18 miles from Canora Hall.

    Odległość do zamku, zaraz za rogiem, przestronne pokoje w stylu japońskim, parking

  • B&BTengallonhat
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 93 reviews

    A 5-minute drive from Norikura Ski Resort, Tengallonhat features Western-style rooms with mountain views, an on-site pub, spacious public baths and a hot tub.

    お部屋はとても清潔で、お風呂がゆったり気持ち良く、モーニングが美味しかったです。 観光の拠点にもいいです。

  • Guesthouse Shimashima
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 183 reviews

    Guest house Shimashima features free WiFi access and private parking. Shinshimashima Station and the local bus terminal are a 2-minute walk from the accommodations.

    Cheap guesthouse, friendly staff and near an onsen

  • Minka House
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 259 reviews

    Minka House in Matsumoto provides adults-only accommodations with free bikes and a garden. With free Wifi, this 1-star guest house offers a shared kitchen. Every room has a patio.

    room is very comfortable and the staff is very friendly

  • Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 28455v
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 7 reviews

    Couch Potato Hostel - Vacation STAY 28455v offers accommodations in Matsumoto, 2.4 miles from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and 18 miles from Canora Hall.

  • Guesthouse Hoshizora no Akari
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 115 reviews

    Guest house Hoshizora no Akari offers accommodations in Matsumoto. All rooms have a flat-screen TV. You will find free toiletries. The area is popular for skiing and fishing.

    ・24時間入り放題の源泉掛け流し貸切風呂 ・清潔な施設、客室 ・ゲストハウスのためセルフサービス主体を楽しめるなら快適

  • Guesthouse Tomoshibi
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 157 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Guest house Tomoshibi offers a self-catering accommodations in Matsumoto. Private parking is available on site.

    The hosts were very caring and dinner was excellent.

  • Amaterrace
    Central location
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 93 reviews

    Amaterrace features free Wifi and rooms with air conditioning in Matsumoto.

    Quarto grande, organizado… roupa de cama confortável

  • guest house komoriya
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 190 reviews

    Guest house komoriya enjoys a location in Matsumoto, 2.6 miles from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and 17 miles from Canora Hall.

    Conveniently located, nice shower room, comfy bed.

  • Matsumoto - House - Vacation STAY 14149

    Matsumoto - House - Vacation STAY 14149 is located in Matsumoto, just 11 miles from Matsumoto Station and 13 miles from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum.

  • Matsumoto - House - Vacation STAY 14148

    Matsumoto - House - Vacation STAY 14148 is located in Matsumoto, just 11 miles from Matsumoto Station and 13 miles from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum.

  • Matsumoto - House - Vacation STAY 14147

    Matsumoto - House - Vacation STAY 14147 offers accommodations in Matsumoto, 13 miles from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and 29 miles from Canora Hall.

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Homestays That Guests Love in Matsumoto

  • Avg. price/night: $74.39
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 471 reviews
    A hostel filled of music and culture, with great hosts, and cozy ambience.
    Carlos
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $79.48
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 230 reviews
    Warm atmosphere. Great hosts
    FRANK
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $74.39
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 471 reviews
    lovely hostel with a very joyful host!! super close to the Matsumoto castle by foot and overall the centre of the town. beautiful place to stop at if you’re in the middle of a long trip
    Noemi
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $79.48
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 230 reviews
    Great hostel. Nice atmosphere, very comfy beds, good location close to train station and other points of interest. Lovely and helpful staff.
    Anita
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $74.39
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 471 reviews
    Super nice japanese style house, almost feels like a Homestay. Good vibes in the place and the owner is very helpful and friendly. Would definitely come back.
    Jelle
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $79.48
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 230 reviews
    The atmosphere was awesome, and both the staff, locals and other travelers were extremely friendly. The place was clean and the beds very comfortable. The place is walking distance from most touristic spots you want to visit in Matsumoto, and the provide an extensive map with great spots to visit, eat, drink and so on.
    Jeroen
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $194.24
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 869 reviews
    Wonderful property close to the Matsumoto station. The staff were really lovely and even the locals said that this hotel had the best English speaking staff. The interior of the communal areas of the hotel were lovely.
    Jessica
    Young couple
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 502 reviews
    Good hostel with aso private room. Very clean. Close ti the centre. Great value for money
    annj1983
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $74.39
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 471 reviews
    Great host, great location, great atmosphere. Great place !!!
    Laurent
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $54.17
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,290 reviews
    Good place, just behind the castle, and others tourists places. Our room was very clean, there is a great free onsen. There s a parking for your car. Everything you want for a good hostel.
    c
    Family with young children

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