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018-5501 Aomori, Towada, Towadakohan Yasumiya 16-201, Japan

#2 of 16 hotels in Towada

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Review Score

Based on 111 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free Wifi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: August 18, 2025

    8.0
    Good for a touring trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds in the dorm were not super comfortable, the curtains were semi broken

    Good location, got everything you might need

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2025

    9.0
    Authentic well-located hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing in particular.. :)

    Dinner was super!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2025

    9.0
    I will definitely choose this property for my next trip to Towadako.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only thing that concerned me was I noticed the air conditioner was a little dirty. Since guests will be using it regularly during the hot and cold seasons, I think they will appreciate a clean air conditioner.

    The property is very charming and spacious with plenty of facilities for guests. Plus it’s located just a short walk from the lake and onsen. The staff were very attentive and friendly.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2025

    9.0
    Great hostel with really fair prices and great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing :D

    Really nice big hostel, with private parking and really great location. Short walk to the lake and also not too far from Oirase Gorge for a day of walking along the river. Also free breakfast which is always nice! Would recommend it and definitely come back!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely gorgeous location. A little bit offside but that adds to it's charm. Nice rooms and comfy lounge to meet other travellers. Breakfast and launch were simple but delicious.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Toilet can be better

    Staff,localisation, price

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The facilities/building is very old, so the bathrooms weren't very nice, though clean enough, though I went to the nice onsen in the hotel next door instead, as is only 500yen, but bring a towel.

    The dinner of barayaki was very good. There was also a little breakfast of toasts and cereal.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beds were quite worn out. Not many sockets. You have to do your own bed. A bit cold in the common areas, the bedrooms had heaters. Maybe a bit expensive for what you get.

    In general clean, the basic breakfast was ok. Beds had curtains that were ok, not ideal though. Staff was ok friendly. Everything has a bit of a camping vibe, it's not the typical neat japanese hotel or hostel.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2025

    9.0
    Awesome place close to the lake
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    Very nice hostel, with delicious dinner :)

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: December 31, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was fine.

    Simple room in a rustic guesthouse in Yasumiya. The location is great, close to Lake Towada with its restaurants and sights, and the bus station around 5 minutes on foot. The barayaki set dinner was also good value, especially given the lack of dinner options nearby.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: November 11, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I would take a bit more care of the sharing aerea/kitchen.

    Location is very close to the lake and to the main bus stop. Breakfast was very satisfying considering the price I paid for the night.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 10, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room and beds are clean but the common facilities such as sinks and bathrooms need a bit of tidy-up.

    It has high spirit of backpackers. Many who stay come to walk the Oirase trail. Staff are helpful but have rather limited English. Good cheap dinner meet our requirement as no restaurants open in the evening. Food from convenient store is no better option.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 9, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only one bathroom on the second floor was not enough.

    Delicious traditional dish. Great staff.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 30, 2024

    9.0
    Best to stay around here
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing didn’t like.

    Owner is very good. You have to come before 6 pm. The owner will have time to prepare your dinner.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2024

    8.0
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I mean, it's just a basic dorm with bunkbeds. Not tons of privacy. It is what it is!

    Great to have an affordable option near Oirase Gorge! Very friendly staff.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2024

    8.0
    One gets to meet people from various nationalities. Business owners speaks only Japanese.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    A male latrine is not working. A notice written in Japanese was pasted on the unserviceable latrine. The toilet is too small. Bathroom is located next. Can only accommodate 2 persons at any one time.

    Breakfast is provided free consisting of hard boiled eggs, cereal, milk, coffee, bread, jam and margarine. Breakfast starts serving at 6.45 am although officially it is stated that breakfast starts at 7 am. Service is provided by the lady owner done with a ready smile.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2024

    9.0
    Friendly staff and great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was good :) English translations on signage weren't great but talk to the staff and you'll have no issues. Breakfast is toast and eggs which is fine but nothing fancy.

    Everything.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2024

    9.0
    The price is really worth it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The wooden floor is more or less noisy while somebody is walking by.

    Spacious house with many rooms. Clean and tidy. They have slippers for everyone at the entrance. Well-equipped kitchen is free to use. Only 3mins walking distance to Onsen which costs ¥500. Location is not far from the lake.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: November 29, 2023

    9.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Owner and wife are very helpful. Thanks the owner's wife for sending my old family members to bus stop.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2023

    8.0
    Simple stay at Towadako
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The ladder to the upper bunk should be located at the most right or left side of the bed instead in the middle which made it difficult for person at lower bunk bed to go in and out.

    Simple and value for money stay. The free bicycle usage.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Good Dinner

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 26, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There's a guy in the next bed who snores all night. He must have sleep apnea. It's best to see a doctor for a checkup.

    Onsen nearby

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 21, 2023

    8.0
    Overall it was good to stay here
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No. of shower room is too little.

    Staff was very helpful. Location is very good close to Towada lake with only 10 minute walk.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 17, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Japanese-Style Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower room only on ground floor

    Location,good value and dinner set

    Stayed in October 2023

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