Budget Hostels from S$52

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 top picks get the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start: Sakura Guest House - Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, free parking and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers 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 a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels, hairdryers and coffee/tea makers in all rooms. Guest House Ouka - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Takayama Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, lockers and linens in all rooms. Hostel Murasaki Ryokan - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen and laundry facilities. Rooms come with showers, hairdryers and desks. Hostel Miyagawa by Murasaki Ryokan - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as air conditioning. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers 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 Traditional Culture and Crafts Square and Takayama Yatai Kaikan. Visit landmarks such as Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village, Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area 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.