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Anchor Site

3.0 star property

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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4-61 Honmachi, Takayama
  • Place, Miyagawa Morning Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Takayama Yatai Kaikan
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Takayama Tourist Information Center
    ‪7 min walk‬

About the area

Takayama

Anchor Site puts you in the heart of Takayama, within steps of Morning Markets and Miyagawa Morning Market. Highlights at this guest house include free self-parking and a free area shuttle. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, multilingual staff and a television in a common area. Additionally, you'll find a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free train pick-up service. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Hida Takayama Onsen guest house include Kusakabe Folk Museum and Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area.
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What's nearby

  • Miyagawa Morning Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Takayama Yatai Kaikan - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Takayama Tourist Information Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Takayama Jinya - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Takayama Station - 11 min walk
  • Matsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪大衆割烹 寿楽久 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪日々是好日 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Al Brewer’s Beer Stand - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪bar mellow - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪飛騨高山餃子総本山 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Anchor Site

As a guest of Anchor Site, you'll find multilingual staff, a television in common area, and a microwave in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. An area shuttle within 2 kilometres, A train station pick-up shuttle and A train station drop-off shuttle are free. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Takayama guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Air-conditioned accommodation at Anchor Site offers minibars and complimentary bottles of water. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Microwaves and fridges can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 2 kilometres
  • Free 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers shuttle pickup service from Takayama Station only.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

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ANCHOR SITE House Takayama
ANCHOR SITE Takayama
ANCHOR SITE Guesthouse Takayama
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ANCHOR SITE Takayama
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Anchor Site?

Anchor Site offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Anchor Site?

Yep, Anchor Site has a free self car park.

Is Anchor Site family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free local area shuttle and children's books, it's no surprise that Anchor Site is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Anchor Site?

No, Anchor Site does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Anchor Site?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Anchor Site?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Anchor Site Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, excellent space and Taga-San is a wonderful host. Strongly recommended Anchor Site for a great Takayama visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yee Teck

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very artistic arrangement

It was nice with two floors. Nonetheless the toilet and the bath were on different floors, will be a good exercise to go up and down between toilet and bath/ bedroom. Overall very happy. The host was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful host! Anchor site was the perfect location for exploring Takayama. Our host was so gracious and welcoming. Our family of 5 was very comfortable and would definitely stay here again when we visit Takayama. Thank you for making our stay so enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking distance to the old town across the river. Plenty of space for a family with two teenagers.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property. You don't really need to look any further if you are staying Takayama. Being an old shopfront it was quite unique and offered a different experience to regular hotels. Host Taga knows exactly what international guests are looking for. It was very spacious and had everything we needed. The kids (8 and 3) loved watching movies via the projector. With sleeping and a separate lounge upstairs pretty much have two living areas in this place. When booking we had concern that the stairs may be too dangerous for out three year old, however Taga has a baby gate on hand. Taga was a great host picking us up and dropping us off at the train station, supplying us with fresh bread and drinks in the fridge and also helping us plan our stay. Just book it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place to stay.

Tag is a perfect host. The suite is in the perfect location, very close walk to everything. The drinks and warm bread on a rival was wonderful. Pickup and drop off at the train station. Was definitely our favourite place to stay on our trip. I had read about the steep stairs and yes, they are steep. I had my 16 yr old son carry up my suitcase but could have left it on the lower level and just brought up a couple outfits instead. Wasn’t really a problem. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Anchor Site was a great experience. I communicated with the host multiple times before arrival and he was very responsive and helpful. He was kind enough to pick us up and drop us off at the station. Anchor Site is a beautiful townhome in the center of Takayama within a 5-10 minute walk to the most popular areas in town. The place was very clean and it provided very thoughtful items, such as umbrellas, indoor slippers and even free beverages. The kitchen had a coffee machine, fridge, toaster, microwave, and dinnerware. There were tvs in the living room downstairs and in the bedroom sitting area upstairs. The place is very comfortable and spacious. We would go back and definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

HR, Sydney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were travelling as a family of 3 and loved this spacious, comfortable, quiet character apartment in the heart of Takayama. Very clean and stylish. The host was top notch and responsive, we loved the fresh bread and station pickup. There is a tiny kitchen area with fridge, coffee maker, microwave and toaster (no hot plate). Do be aware the stairs to the sleeping level are very steep and not suitable for small children or anyone with mobility issues. Also toilet only on ground floor so hard to navigate at night! We had a great stay and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hospitality shown was fantastic. We were treated so kindly by the host who also gave us tips for things to do in the local area. The location was ideal for exploring Takayama. We also liked the beautiful decor which was modern industrial in style.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and artistic looking apartment.

The owner, Mr. Taga, was really prompt in his responses and made us feel really welcomed. He picked us up and dropped us off at Takayama train station. He also explained very carefully about everything in his apartment, how the appliances and heaters work, which restaurants to go, etc. There was a fresh bread loaf on the kitchen counter too - a very nice gesture. The location of Anchor Site is really convenient to walk to many restaurants, clothes shops, grocery stores, cafes. The only point to watch out for is the steep stairways to the futon beds on the second floor. While the bathroom is upstairs, the toilet is located downstairs. I just want to mention this last bit - when the coffee machine didn’t work, Taga came within minutes to fix the problem. We truly appreciate such service and we definitely recommend you to stay at his artistically decorated apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

LK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good location, very spacious, very clean and provide a lots of complementary items like drinks, coffee, sanitary pads, candy and others. The only con is steep staircase.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Host picked us up from Takayama Station upon arrival The property has 2 levels with bedroom on upper floor. The only downside is we are unable to carry up our luggages as the steps can be steep. Overall we enjoyed our stay. The property is cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Farah, Malaysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is super clean and comfortable. The host is very helpful just like how everyone had described. The service is excellent. The location is convenient. This is our favorite stay throughout our entire trip in Japan. We would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect, modern and very cool.

This place was amazing and perfect for our family of 4. Funky, modern, super clean, convenient and a fantastic owner who went above and beyond to ensure our comfort. There were a range of free drinks for our use during our stay and fresh bread on arrival. The owner picked us up and dropped us off from the train station. This made it so easy, especially when it rained on departure. Bike rental was only half a block away. This was great as we got to see so much of takayama. The Main Street is 5 min walk. Also look for places to eat in behind streets, as we found some fantastic lanes to eat. We loved our stay and I highly recommend this place to anyone going to Takayama.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding place to stay

This was a wonderful place to stay. The owner Taga picked us up at the train station and walked us through this amazing appartment. The location was perfect for walking to the sites and restaurants and quite at night. The living space was spacious, well decorated with beautiful modern furnishings and the cleanest place I have ever stayed in. There was freshly baked bread that was left for us. There was a coffee maker with fresh beans which was a real treat in the morning. I highly recommend this property. It has been the best stay we have had in all of Japan.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Henrik Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent location and service

Anchor site is a really lovely apartment in the center of Takayama. The host was really nice and he picked us up at the train station and as well drove us back after the stay. Location is literally in the center of city and in walking distance to shops and sights. Worked very well for a family of five.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My wife and I stayed at Anchor Site for three nights and had a great time. The property is located centrally but out of the busy tourist area so nice and quiet. In addition the property was incredibly spacious and suited our needs perfectly, the large entry was ideal for storing our bicycles. Our host was such a generous and helpful person, I'd certainly stay there again if in Takayama.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fantastic stay. Right next to old town. Spacious, clean and modern. Great ammenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very happy

We were picked up and dropped back from the train station, which was lovely. We enjoyed the use of the whole house which was in a great location, very clean and comfortable. Thank you to Taga for your help.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

elodie, France

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay!

Anchor site is located right in the center of Takamaya, a great mix of modern japanese style. The host (Taga) has been great! Dispite a booking issue on Expedia side, he has arranged everything from pick up to the train station up to delivering some fresh bread at the place. The place has been made with high quality material & it s really comfortable. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

SIE YI C.

Overall was good !

Takayama is a quiet place, Anchor site located near to morning market and walkable distance to many good restaurants ( Mr. Taga reccomended), convenient stores and tourist sites. Room was clean and tidy, mostly have what you needed. Overall was good, strongly recommended !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Very good and nice place in great location and the owner is very nice guy!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mike, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Takayama Loft

We had a great time at Anchor Site. The space is a fusion of loft apartment, shop front, and warehouse. It was very clean, and we were delivered hot bread and pastries every second day by our host Taga. The best part was having room to move - something uncommon in Japan. I would highly recommend if you are at all interested in unique and unusual living spaces.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Hok Shing E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

orhan, istanbul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great base in Takayama

Our host Taga-san was extremely helpful and thoughtful. His communication was spot on, picked us up from the train station and took us to Anchor site which was very pleasant. At the house, the fridge was stocked with drinks already and he also had brought us bread. The location was very central for exploring Takayama, and Anchor site itself was nicely renovated 2 storey house with a cool vibe. We felt very comfortable just like at home. Great choice for our family of 4. Highly recommended 100%.