92%Nagasaki International Hostel...

Great hostel that I would recommend to anyone!

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by marckie – posted on Nov 25, 2008

16

Amazing hostel, owners are amazing, so helpful, really cozy, great location, about 5/10 mins to main shops but loads of stuff you need really close by. Met some cool people here too and Nagasaki is lovely. Do the boat trip to Iojima and do an onsen.

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by lynnesharp134821 – posted on Nov 16, 2008

3

Avoid AKARI Nagasaki, at any cost, this was the worst place. We requested the burnt light to be fixed. It took us 30 minutes negotiation. The next morning, the owner(?) confronted us to demand to apologize. He said we were rude and threatening. Ha? He was not even there. He was there just to... more Avoid AKARI Nagasaki, at any cost, this was the worst place. We requested the burnt light to be fixed. It took us 30 minutes negotiation. The next morning, the owner(?) confronted us to demand to apologize. He said we were rude and threatening. Ha? He was not even there. He was there just to make money. The room was filthy and smelly. If he has time to argue with clients, go clean the room and bathrooms. The info at the train station has more places.close

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by chefkeith – posted on Nov 15, 2008

1

A very good deal at 4000 yen for a private room with Tatami floor (Japanese-style floor) for one person with a toilet, a bath and a shower. The bed was nicely firm, too. Staff was very helpful and facility was quite clean. There are two doors to keep out the noise from the corridor, which I found... more A very good deal at 4000 yen for a private room with Tatami floor (Japanese-style floor) for one person with a toilet, a bath and a shower. The bed was nicely firm, too. Staff was very helpful and facility was quite clean. There are two doors to keep out the noise from the corridor, which I found very nice. The only negative thing was that the bath tub may not have been cleaned thoroughly.close

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by yshib – posted on Nov 14, 2008

1

I love this place! Makes you feel like home, they have free internet computers, free coffee and tea and the owners are so kind and lovely! Too bad I only stayed for 2 nights.

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by lianne5943 – posted on Nov 11, 2008

1

Probably the best hostel I stayed in while in Japan, its almost like a second home - great place to meet people - staff very friendly.

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by graham-cahill4913 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

2

We have been travelling through Japan for 3 weeks and have had our share of hostels. Akari is defenitely the friendliest place we stayed at. The owners are very friendly and make you feel at home instantly. We enjoyed the octopus ball party with their japanese friend a lot.

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by annatrautmann4474 – posted on Nov 5, 2008

6

Lovely hostel, beautiful location and great staff - thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would go back there if I`m in Nagasaki again! xx

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by katewils – posted on Nov 4, 2008

2

Nana and Shingo are a charming couple and their hostel is easily one of the best in Japan.

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by keidaromer7419 – posted on Oct 31, 2008

8

A fantastic hostel, a short walk from the JR station with very welcoming staff fluent in English. All use of kitchen facilities and multiple internet. Very close to the main sights of Temple Street. Maybe the best hostel of our trip!

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by heatherbloo – posted on Oct 30, 2008

9

Overall I enjoyed my stay - the owners were great and the location & Nagasaki are amazing. The only slight thing to let it down was the cleanliness of the bathroom which I thought could be greatly improved. Other than that, best wishes to the owners with their venture!

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by joffun3061 – posted on Oct 27, 2008

2

I really loved this place. My friend and I stayed here, we got the twin bed room, and to my surprise there was a bathroom in the room as well. That was awesome because the price was only slightly higher than the dorm rooms. I thought the staff was helpful, the rooms were clean, and it was a great... more I really loved this place. My friend and I stayed here, we got the twin bed room, and to my surprise there was a bathroom in the room as well. That was awesome because the price was only slightly higher than the dorm rooms. I thought the staff was helpful, the rooms were clean, and it was a great place to meet new people. I would definitely recommend this place.close

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by travele – posted on Oct 24, 2008

3

Hostel was on a great location, very near the tram station and the Meganebashi bridge. The neighborhood itself was very secure and safe. A stone throw's walk away from food places and the coin laundry shop. The hostel was just a bit old though clean. may need some renovations and a change of... more Hostel was on a great location, very near the tram station and the Meganebashi bridge. The neighborhood itself was very secure and safe. A stone throw's walk away from food places and the coin laundry shop. The hostel was just a bit old though clean. may need some renovations and a change of sheets. Other than that, we had a very pleasant stay.close

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by kitbee – posted on Oct 13, 2008

1

So good, we stayed an extra night, and it's cheaper than some we've stayed in before :)

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by lumcs – posted on Oct 12, 2008

1

I had a great stay. The hostel is in a nice building in a great spot for sightseeing. It has a very comfortable common room where it's easy to meet other travelers. The owners are funloving and very kind and helpful. I'd certainly recommend it.

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by ambeu – posted on Oct 11, 2008

3

The owners were very helpful and friendly. The building itself seems a little old, but i really like the atmosphere of the common area.

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by lienwj1150 – posted on Oct 10, 2008

3

Very friendly and great location..Just opposite to a Temple and the river...

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by chenthil – posted on Oct 7, 2008

3

Nana and Shingo provided a friendly atmosphere and were very generous and hospitable. I would have liked to have a dryer though to do some washing.

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by hiika – posted on Oct 7, 2008

1

Nana & Shinjo where wonderful hosts which enabled us to get the most out of our stay in Nagaski.

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by neilmcgarahan1412 – posted on Oct 6, 2008

4

Pleasant hostel with free internet a good perk (not always offered in Japan). Lack of flexibility over check-in times frustrating. Staff were annoyed that I`d locked my bag up to one of the doors, but there was nowhere else to put it.

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by michael6592 – posted on Sep 29, 2008

4

Lovely place, lovely couple, great location, very good value and the common area is really nicely designed. Stay here.

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by scdub9312 – posted on Sep 29, 2008

2

This is the only place you'll want to stay in Nagasaki. The location is great and the staff is excellent. You won't be disappointed.

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by Michaelai – posted on Sep 21, 2008

2

Clean linen, clean room and the largest double room we've had in Japan. There is nowhere secure to leave luggage though which isn't helpful. Also, check-in is only from 1500 so if you arrive earlier, as we did, you'll be a bit stuck. We arrived at 1300 and were told to come back at 1500 and did... more Clean linen, clean room and the largest double room we've had in Japan. There is nowhere secure to leave luggage though which isn't helpful. Also, check-in is only from 1500 so if you arrive earlier, as we did, you'll be a bit stuck. We arrived at 1300 and were told to come back at 1500 and did so, only to be met and checked in by the same lady who met us earlier! Didn't feel the staff were very eager to help us out.close

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by coopk2 – posted on Sep 16, 2008

16

very good hostel in a very good condition. good location.

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by ilanma – posted on Sep 14, 2008

13

we really enjoyed our stay here, it was very clean and the staff were very helpful

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by memill – posted on Sep 12, 2008

7

Excellent hostel. Great location, great facilities (excellent living room) and very pleasant, knowledgeable, English-speaking staff. Highly recommended!

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by alixjohnson4118 – posted on Sep 10, 2008

6

great location, near public transport, friendly staff, free and fast internet

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by planschi76 – posted on Sep 10, 2008

2

need an effort on the beds.

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by paulafcul5922 – posted on Sep 5, 2008

2

Great hostel, great people, great location, great price..

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by bored3317 – posted on Sep 3, 2008

12

Awesome hostel that combined traditional Japanese housing with modern conveniences. I definitely plan to stay again!

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by ehfulham4857 – posted on Sep 1, 2008

1

I can't believe that the hotel didn't even provide soap and towel. Well, no matter how high the cost of living in Japan, but I believe a soap won't cost that much until the state that the hotel can't provide it. For me, is the first time I am frustrated with a hotel.

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by sckhor – posted on Aug 27, 2008

6

The hostel was in a good location, but the bed was not the most comfortable. The staff is very friendly.

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by bos-mike – posted on Aug 27, 2008

9

Just plain awesomenss. Central, easy to find, friendly, pretty clean (a fiew stains on the blankets though), but apart from that just perfect.

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by Malte9281 – posted on Aug 27, 2008

3

This is a very welcoming hostel, I felt genuinely valued by the helpful lady who checked us in (Nana) She also suplied us with a charming hand drawn map. Good central location (two stops on the tram from the station or you could walk it if your not as lazy as me) but easy walking distance from... more This is a very welcoming hostel, I felt genuinely valued by the helpful lady who checked us in (Nana) She also suplied us with a charming hand drawn map. Good central location (two stops on the tram from the station or you could walk it if your not as lazy as me) but easy walking distance from the main part of town. Nice Kitchen and TV/Internet area too.close

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by maryannegee6228 – posted on Aug 25, 2008

21

A definite must! Free internet, great common room area and very friendly and helpful staff.

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by travelbat – posted on Aug 24, 2008

2

A very (!!) agreeable place to stay in, and for a reasonable (cheap) price.

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by reboonstra654 – posted on Aug 22, 2008

3

Beautiful location and friendly, helpful, English-speaking staff. Good value!

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by Milancla – posted on Aug 21, 2008

4

The only hostel in Japan I didn't get lost trying to find! Rooms are air conditioned, beds are comfortable, location is less than 5 minutes from the tram. Owners are beyond polite and are genuitnely friendly and warm. They also speak English very well, and can help you find/do anything you want... more The only hostel in Japan I didn't get lost trying to find! Rooms are air conditioned, beds are comfortable, location is less than 5 minutes from the tram. Owners are beyond polite and are genuitnely friendly and warm. They also speak English very well, and can help you find/do anything you want in the area. One of the best hosteling experiences I've had. Worth going to Nagasaki just to stay with them.close

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by keanenryan6643 – posted on Aug 14, 2008

8

Wonderful nicely located Hostel with very helpfull friendly owners.

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by edg88 – posted on Aug 14, 2008

1

The perfect place to stay! The rooms are simple but clean, we had a Japanese style room with Tatami mats. The couple who own it are very friendly, fun and helpful, there is a lovely homely atnosphere here and we`d definatly come again!

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by liamandhannah1539 – posted on Aug 14, 2008

8