Budget Hostels from

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for exploring. You’ll find local tours and other activities to enjoy, and the mountain views create an appealing natural setting.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but they have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to start: Sakura Guest House - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Hostel Murasaki Ryokan - You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities at this property. You’ll find showers, hairdryers and free WiFi in all rooms. Guest House Ouka - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Takayama Station. Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities and a computer station. You’ll find towels, linens and free WiFi in all rooms. K’s House Takayama Oasis - Quality Hostels - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Takayama Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a rooftop terrace, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, hairdryers and coffee/tea makers in all rooms.

If you’re searching for a low-cost place to stay in Takayama, one of Expedia’s 13 hostels might be a great choice.

Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -3°C. The rainiest months in Takayama are July, September, August and June, with each month seeing an average of 333 mm of rainfall.

Depending on what interests you, you might like to discover some places near Takayama. Get out into nature with places such as Fukuji Onsen, Mount Norikura and Hirayu Waterfall. Cultural attractions include Takayama Jinya, Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Hida-no-Sato. Visit landmarks such as Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area, Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village and Kusakabe Folk Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in Takayama on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Toyama (TOY), 34.9 mi (56.2 km) away from the city centre. Another option is Komatsu (KMQ), which is 50 mi (80.5 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you might want to use public transport to get around. If you’re hoping to see more of the surrounding area, make your way to Takayama Station to catch a train.