By the serene lake, Towadako Hostel offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy continental breakfast, unwind on the sun-kissed terrace, or explore shopping on site with helpful staff who have left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
6.66.6 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Bar
Gym
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Pool
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping on weekends
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Free area shuttle
Free train station pick-up
Free train station drop-off
Fitness center
Free use of bicycles
Children's pool
Coffee shop/cafe
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Feel at home (6)
Children's pool
Garden
Terrace
Laundry facilities
Housekeeping - weekends only
Barbecue grill(s)
Room options
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Mixed Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Bunk Bed)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
215 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed
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6 Persons Room (3 Bunk Beds and 1 Extra bed), Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
215 sq ft
Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds
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Standard Triple Room, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
107 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 3
1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Female Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
215 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Economy Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
107 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed
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8 Persons Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Sleeps 8
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Twin Room Single use, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Economy Triple Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds
View all photos for Basic Room, 5 Bedrooms, Non Smoking
Basic Room, 5 Bedrooms, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
5 bedrooms
In-room safe
193 sq ft
Sleeps 5
2 Twin Bunk Beds
Economy Quadruple Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Beds
View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking
Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
193 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
7 beds room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Sleeps 7
3 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom
Towada-Hachimantai National Park - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
Towada Shrine - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
Oirase Gorge - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
Oirase Boardwalk - 16 min drive - 18.4 km
Getting around
Aomori Airport (AOJ) - 61 min drive
Ikarigaseki Station - 47 min drive
Free area shuttle
Free train station pick-up
Free train station drop-off
Restaurants
十和田ビジターセンター - 7 min drive
子ノ口湖畔食堂 - 7 min drive
十和田湖マリンブルー - 1 min drive
信州屋 - 2 min walk
こもれび - 15 min drive
About this property
Towadako Hostel
At Towadako Hostel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Towada and Oirase Gorge. After getting a workout at the fitness center, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a children's pool, a snack bar/deli, and free bike rentals.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
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Hotel size
16 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets stay free (1 total)
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite extended parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
DONE
Transfers
Free train station shuttle*
DONE
Offsite
Free area shuttle within 600 meters
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 4 AM–noon
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Free local shuttle
Grocery/convenience store
What to do
Shopping
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Free bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
Lockers available
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Freshen up
Shower only
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Weekend housekeeping only
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for JPY 1000.0 per stay
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Does Towadako Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Towadako Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Towadako Hostel?
Yes, there's a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Towadako Hostel?
Yes, pets stay free, with a limit of 1 total.
Is parking offered on site at Towadako Hostel?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Towadako Hostel?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in is available.
What is there to do at Towadako Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center, a picnic area, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Towadako Hostel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Towadako Hostel like?
Towadako Hostel is located by the river, a short 20-minute walk from Lake Towada and 18 minutes' walk from Itmuca Cove.
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Towadako Hostel Reviews
Reviews
6.6
Good
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5.6/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
5.8/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Oct 23, 2016
Convenient to lake towada
Fair price for tourist resort
RAYMOND POW YOON
2/10 Poor
Apr 28, 2024
Run down hostel with false amenities
Hostel was not at the location provided in listing but 1.1 km away from the lake. Self-check in was fin but hostel was run down with many lights not working, cobwebs in hallways. Rooms were booked with private bathrooms but there was no private bathrooms. Bathrooms were communal and there was no shower just sinks with buckets. Sheets were clean but rooms had broken a/c, smelled of fumigation but there were still bugs, broken drawers and lights. It was the worst hostel I have stayed in. We booked three rooms across two reservations and one rooms was so bad that two people ended up sleeping in one room. Said there was free breakfast but it was only toast and coffee/tea. Do not recommend!
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 30, 2024
HUANG CHAO
HUANG CHAO, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 31, 2024
賛否両論の宿かと思います。
331
331, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 15, 2024
Une option économique mais l’auberge est dégradée.
Rooms are very basic and a lot of things are damaged and not working. We booked three rooms for three people and one was totally unserviceable so we ended up sharing one of the others. Rooms said they had private bathrooms but that was not the case. All rooms had to share a community toilet and there was only a Japanese washroom with no shower capability. No toiletries and no towels. Also map locations showed hostel along the lake but it was really over a 1km away up a slight hill. Feel this hostel misrepresented the rooms and location and will not be staying here again. There is another hostel called backpackers hostel that I would recommend over this run down option. It is closer to the lake and based on the way this hostel advertised, I actually had thought this hostel was backpackers hostel but it is not. Positives are: It was self checkin and they do offer bikes and moped for free use which is nice. I paid too much ($30) per person expecting private rooms and private bathroom and did not receive this. Lights did not work in two out of the three rooms. A/c was broken in one of the rooms. Power outlets were dangerous.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 4, 2023
のりみち
のりみち, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Oct 19, 2023
建物、施設内が清潔では無い。お湯も出ない。
しゅういち
しゅういち, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2023
Ryosuke
Ryosuke, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 7, 2023
ホテルの予約が出来ていなかった。
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 25, 2021
Masao
Masao, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 20, 2021
個室なのが良かったです
Manami
Manami, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 25, 2021
Akifumi
Akifumi, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2021
Great location near Lake Towada. The best aspect of this hostel is the flexibility. You are totally free to cook your own food, wash clothes, etc. They have almost everything you can think of for just a small fee of around 100 yen. Everything is self-service which is very nice. They also have 350 yen bath tickets you can purchase for the very nice bath at the hotel right down the road.
Good location
Owner willing to support
Feel like stay at friends’house
Ole
Ole, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 1, 2018
the best thing is the ‘secret’ lookout point! it was raining but still breathtaking!
the hostel needs a bit of cleaning and maintenance ti do though. but its super cheap, so i guess u get what u pay for.
hana
hana, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 31, 2018
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 30, 2018
ห้อวพักดี ห้องน้ำ น้อยไป แล้วไม่สะอาด
chainarong
chainarong, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 29, 2018
Towadako Hostel is affordable price with 24 hrs. accessible facilities. The owners are very nice and caring, there were bikes free for guests which you can ride to the lake and explore around. My booking was the last available room, so it might be the old one with smell of dust.
The Hostel area is large with a lot of rooms, and guests. I can see the hint of beauty of the place, but to be honest, it needs big cleaning and renovation and the place would be very nice again.