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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Backpackers Jinya in Takayama offers a hostel experience with free WiFi, bike hire, and luggage storage. Paid on-site private parking is available for guests. Modern Amenities: The property features a dining area, shared bathrooms, and a variety of amenities including a tea and coffee maker, bidet, hairdryer, tatami floor, refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, and toaster. Prime Location: Located in the city centre, Backpackers Jinya is a 9-minute walk from Takayama Station and close to attractions such as Fuji Folk Museum (400 metres) and Yoshijima Heritage House (less than 1 km). Toyama Airport is 84 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jack
United Kingdom
“The hostel is in a great location, right next to the historical centre of takayama. There are loads of restaurants, shops, landmarks, museums etc within a 5 minute walk, and even a morning market opposite. We had the double bed capsule which is...” - Dani
Ireland
“Amazing property! In the absolute best location and loved the remote check-in which was surprisingly more efficient than more traditional methods. It’s unfortunate I was only able to spend one night here as it was the best stay of my whole trip!” - Manon
France
“Very good value for the price and very clean. Staff was a video call but very convenient.” - Tim
Germany
“As written in most other comments, the doors don’t have doors but curtains and there’s a 30cm free space above the curtains, but for us it was fine. There weren’t any loud noises at night. You can go to the neighbouring rooftop for free as there’s...” - Jacques
Belgium
“An upgraded capsule hotel - very good price/quality ratio - well organised - efficient (very dependable two-way visible check-in process) - tidy and functional - well with walking distance of all major attractions - good tatami surface and ample...” - Anonymous
Japan
“Very nice stay ! The facility was clean and there is free tea and coffee available.” - Anonymous
Poland
“Great kitchen equipment (pots, utensils, microwave etc.) It was exceptionally clean and well-kept. The staff was lovely and helpful. The place was only 5-15 minutes walk from almost every tourist spot in the town.” - Li-ya
Taiwan
“位置不錯,對面就有朝市,同住的旅客們素質很高,非常安靜。雖說沒有早餐,但有簡單的吐司跟飲料,只是要走到另外一個據點,但早上能喝到咖啡感覺不錯。” - Maria
Spain
“A pesar de ser muy básico..me gusto su ubicación y el ambiente en general… lis chicos de recepción fantásticos y con buena disposición de ayuda” - Yamashita
Japan
“私はアルゼンチンカップルの友人の代理で予約したのですが、日本らしくてとてもよかったと言っていました。 あと、シャワーが良かったそうです。”
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.