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Towadako Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Towada with free parking

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Shared Dormitory, Women only | Balcony
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Delicatessen
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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16-201 Yasumiya, Towadakohan, Okuse, Towada, Aomori-ken, 018-5501
  • Place, Towada-Hachimantai National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Towada
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Statue of Maidens
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Aomori (AOJ)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 7 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese style Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese style Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese style Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Towada

At Towadako Backpackers you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lake Towada and Statue of Maidens. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, free self-parking and karaoke. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli, free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. .In proximity to this Towada hostel you'll find Oirase Gorge.
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What's nearby

  • Towada-Hachimantai National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Towada - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Statue of Maidens - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Oirase Gorge - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Hakkoda Ski Area - 44 min drive - 43.4 km

Getting around

  • Ikarigaseki Station - 47 min drive
  • Aomori (AOJ) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪十和田食堂 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪きりたんぽ茶屋いっぷく - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪十和田湖マリンブルー - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪みずうみ亭 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪お食事処 かえで - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Towadako Backpackers

Hostel in Towada with free parking
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and karaoke are also featured at Towadako Backpackers. Self parking is free.

This Towada hostel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Towadako Backpackers offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. This Towada hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Karaoke
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 5 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Towels fee: JPY 50 (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPay
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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, mobile payments and PayPay. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Towadako Backpackers
Towadako Backpackers Hostel
Towadako Backpackers Towada
Towadako Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Towadako Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Towada

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Towadako Backpackers?

Towadako Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Towadako Backpackers?

Yep, Towadako Backpackers has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Towadako Backpackers?

No, Towadako Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Towadako Backpackers?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Towadako Backpackers's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Towadako Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Towadako Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

Towadako Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 64 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great and quiet hostel in the beautiful countryside. There is an onsen 2 minutes walk down the road which is well worth a visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elena

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Super cute little hostel, though I’m sure it’d be way better in the summertime! We came in what was off-season (early April), so we basically had the place to ourselves. It was quiet, and very cold, and a lot of the businesses in the area weren’t quite open at regular hours yet, but we still enjoyed our time! It is a little far from any cities, so accessibility is slightly difficult without a car (there is one or two buses a day? or every other day I believe?), but we managed to rent a car and get around to other parts of Aomori easily enough. The staff were lovely. Ready to help us during their opening hours. Breakfast was provided and while small, is always appreciated as a traveller! They offer the areas specialty dish for dinner at a very affordable cost as well, we didn’t get the chance to try it but it always looked good when we’d walk by! There is a lovely onsen hotel right down the road that is very affordable, and, while simple, is essentially all you need for some relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Changhan

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

Great stay, Great owner and Great view

Overall, it was satisfactory for staying a night. The twin room was cozy with wide two soft beds and a balcony, which was great for having morning tea. 5 min. walk from the Towada Lake, JR bus station. Owner & Owner's family was so kind and considerate that I would like to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Great stay!

Great little place with simple accommodations. The owner is such a friendly guy, we felt very welcomed. The room was simple but comfortable. Great kitchen facilities and nice breakfast included. Would definitely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

aaron

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

Solo Stay

Great service, clean room. Nice hostel.

6/10 Okay

Wai Ming

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good for rider stay

no convenient due to no washroom n bathroom within the room

10/10 Excellent

RUEN NING, Taiwan

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

more than you expect...

super high c/p ratio...

6/10 Okay

DORIS, Singapore

Disliked: Room comfort

Towadako Backpackers

I have not stayed in any backpackers lodge before. Towadako Backpackers will be the next alternative if you cannot book a decent hotel nearby.

10/10 Excellent

Grace, Singapore

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

Very nice Autumn colors!

enjoyed our stay here. Location is convenient. General store is nearby. Towadako Lake is beautiful. Good hiking trails around.

8/10 Good

Family Traveller, Bangkok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Japanese style room with beds.

I stay in a twin rooms. Room decorate in japanese style , but have beds to sleep with japanese blanket which very soft, (not sleep on floor like other japanese styles rooms). Breakfast served in "bento" and good taste.

8/10 Good

Denise G, Rokkasho.

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

Fall in Yasumiya

Hotel staff is very friendly and most helpful. Onsite food is very reasonably priced and very good.Rooms are clean and efficient. It is not fancy but very nice. It is more like staying at a friend's house rather than at a hotel which creates a lovely atmosphere.

10/10 Excellent

laurence, hong kong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved the place as it gives a lot of freedom, people can order food or cook on their own, it is very friendly and I would go back anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Ming Wah Sammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
地點好，床舖整潔，價格也很好。晚餐雖然沒選擇。但味道很不錯。
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

進

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
　朝食付きのリーズナブルな価格で、整備された自転車も無料で借りることができた、奥入瀬の子ノ口までサイクリングしたがとても助かりました、ただヘルメットは自身で持参のようです。 　他のゲストが美味しそうな肉の陶板焼きを食べていたので、次回は夕食も注文したいと思います。 　追伸　男性シャワー室が一か所のみのようだったので夏場は大丈夫か気になりました。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toshifumi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
寝心地の良い布団でした。
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

隆司

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
バックパッカーの為の施設、助かりました ありがとう
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
距十和田休屋非常近，CP值高
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

H

Travelled with family and small children
布団にカバーがあるのと無いのがあったのが気になりました。 夕飯のバラ焼き定食が美味しかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TOSHIKATSU

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

?????

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
本当に十和田湖が近くにあり、美しい景観でした。この宿に向かう道はどれも山道なので夜には霧が立ち込めますので運転には注意が必要です。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Minako

Liked: Room comfort

コスパが良い

大人3人、小学生2人、幼児2人の計7人で滞在。 シングルベッド4台でしたが十分でした。 民宿って感じです。建物は古いけど不潔ではないです。 朝食(食パン、ゆで卵、コーンフレーク)も付いて1万円はかなりコスパよし！
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ゴウ

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
素泊まりしたい方には相当コスパが良い。 料理ができる環境もあり、お風呂、シャワー設備もあり。 歩いて数分の旅館の大浴場も大人500円で利用できる。 無料の朝食、パン、ゆで卵、牛乳、コーヒー、シリアルも、食堂でゆっくりといただけます。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

???

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
出迎えしてくれたおばあさんが話しやすい感じの人で良かった。近くにお店は木村ストアしかなく夜食は到着する前に購入しておいた方が良いです。宿泊料金に対してお得感がとてもありました。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

HIROMI

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022