85%Nikko Park Lodge

I can recommend this place. It is quite a walk from the stations, but a cosy place once youre there

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by goodwillh – posted on Dec 20, 2008

1

Lovely little lodge up the mountain, a bit of a walk with the luggage, but apparently there is a shuttle bus. Very cosy!

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by rach-hirst7004 – posted on Dec 6, 2008

6

A little out of the way but still good value for the price - very clean, safe and friendly, hence nothing to complain about at all.

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by glennayre7307 – posted on Dec 5, 2008

1

The internet is the slowest and the most expensive I've encountered in Japan, but the French toast with maple syrup is very delicious and very welcome at this cold time of the year (as is the electric blankets. The commonroom is very homely and nice with it's sunken fireplace. This place feels... more The internet is the slowest and the most expensive I've encountered in Japan, but the French toast with maple syrup is very delicious and very welcome at this cold time of the year (as is the electric blankets. The commonroom is very homely and nice with it's sunken fireplace. This place feels much more like a lodge rather than a hostel. The staff are also very warm and helpful too.close

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by jacobjac – posted on Dec 4, 2008

2

Wonderful place to stay, about 20minutes walk (uphill) from the Tobu-Nikko station. Be sure to try the Zen-Menu (Vegan) for dinner and Yoga class in the morning! Very friendly staff, speaks English really well. Always happy to help, and the Japanese movies during the evening where wonderful.... more Wonderful place to stay, about 20minutes walk (uphill) from the Tobu-Nikko station. Be sure to try the Zen-Menu (Vegan) for dinner and Yoga class in the morning! Very friendly staff, speaks English really well. Always happy to help, and the Japanese movies during the evening where wonderful. There is a shuttle service back to the station in the morning if you like at 9:30am. I would definitely come back here.close

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by mattijs – posted on Dec 1, 2008

2

Nice hostel with very good atmosphere and friendly staff. In the evening most guests have dinner together and hang around since there is nothing much to do in town anyway. I stayed in the dorm which was a bit humid.

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by marckie – posted on Nov 25, 2008

17

An awesome Japanese feel to the place. One i would defo recommend.

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by omliebscher3633 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

4

Was surprised to see they leave room keys in a basket on the unmanned reception. Breakfast was good value and staff were nice.

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by adambbuc – posted on Nov 23, 2008

10

It is very far away from the station. At least half an hour up hill. The only other gripe would be the thin mattress. But otherwise, loads of character and easy to socialise. Still highly recommended.

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by james1115 – posted on Nov 17, 2008

7

Hotel location's is far.Not actually map

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by tussanee5888 – posted on Nov 17, 2008

1

Great place to stay but not really a hostel. The common room is also used as restaurant for the guests so if you arrange your one breakfast you'll have to eat it in your room or outside, Or you can buy breakfast there but its 400 yen for coffe and toast.. Otherwise great place, very friendly and... more Great place to stay but not really a hostel. The common room is also used as restaurant for the guests so if you arrange your one breakfast you'll have to eat it in your room or outside, Or you can buy breakfast there but its 400 yen for coffe and toast.. Otherwise great place, very friendly and helpfull staff that gave us great tips on where to go. Even dropped us of at the station on the way out.close

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by mekkel – posted on Nov 14, 2008

7

Free WiFi, but no free Internet at the Destop-PC. 1 min = 10 Yen

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by alexcbachmann1995 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

3

A beautiful lodge with nice quaint rooms. it is a bit of an uphill walk from the station but pickups are available and there is a 9:30am shuttle to the station. there are morning yoga classes available and the zen vegan dinner, while a tad exxy is very worth it for the experience (and... more A beautiful lodge with nice quaint rooms. it is a bit of an uphill walk from the station but pickups are available and there is a 9:30am shuttle to the station. there are morning yoga classes available and the zen vegan dinner, while a tad exxy is very worth it for the experience (and yumminess). Hosts are english speaking and are full of advice on the best places to go around nikko. Definitely stay more than one day to see the best of Nikko. Will stay here argain.close

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by meph4559 – posted on Oct 28, 2008

8

Good place if you want a fun backpacker-y experience, not if you want to be embedded with Japanese folks, though, as most guests are gaijin. Price might have been on the high end for the area/experience, but nit by much. Owner was great, really helpful with lots of info and a lift to the station!... more Good place if you want a fun backpacker-y experience, not if you want to be embedded with Japanese folks, though, as most guests are gaijin. Price might have been on the high end for the area/experience, but nit by much. Owner was great, really helpful with lots of info and a lift to the station! Overall, a very nice base in Nikko. I read great things about the food, but we decided to eat in Nikko, as we were out and about at dinner time.close

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by Sldri – posted on Oct 27, 2008

1

this was a great place to stay, very affordable, very close to the shrines, the staff were very friendly

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by k-mcfarland10351 – posted on Oct 21, 2008

1

very friendly staff, nice surrounding and we really didn`t want to go back to the big cities...

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by ladygo – posted on Oct 11, 2008

2

It was a great experience to stayin nikkoand another time I would certainly liketo arrive in the Fall. The trees are amazing

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by Deswe – posted on Oct 9, 2008

1

ok!!!

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by sewerynb4721 – posted on Oct 1, 2008

9

not the nices staff and not clean at all. there were few bed bugs inside the room.

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by ilanma – posted on Sep 30, 2008

13

nice staff, especially the owner who is awesome. Interesting, tasty, but expensive vegan dinner. Nice communal meals which most people in the hostel seem to go in for, since everything, including restaurants, seems to close around 6 in Nikko. Pricey for the cramped conditions I was placed in.

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by Dennis8525 – posted on Sep 27, 2008

2

It's a bit off the beaten path but well worth the walk. The staff were very welcoming and the owner spent a lot of time describing the best places to go in Nikko - which were really awesome.

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by fan-wan – posted on Sep 18, 2008

3

I loved my time here and really wish I could've stayed longer than one night. The atmosphere is amazing, as are the meals! Try the vegan zen dinner- I guarantee you'll love it! I felt more welcome and comfortable here than I had at any of the places I've stayed in Japan.

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by vlsmith – posted on Sep 16, 2008

1

The manager is amazingly helpful and took 20 min to explain what is good to see. this saved time and money. Internet = 100 yen / 10 min

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by maack9623 – posted on Sep 11, 2008

8

Had so much fun here, there is a really warm family atmosphere in the hostel. Everyone gathers in the common room to watch tv at nights. There was always something going on, and the staff were exceptionally helpful! Thanks!

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by calum-rob3018 – posted on Aug 31, 2008

10

On the hill around the city of Nikko...! Close a nice & beautifull "onsen" /cheap too...!

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by marionje – posted on Aug 29, 2008

7

They don't have a laundry room and this is too bad and you must pay for internet access

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by schullesc – posted on Aug 28, 2008

6

A bit too much western style but very friendly atmosphere! Breakfast not cheap but good!

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by oliver5781 – posted on Aug 27, 2008

5

For $70+ a night for a room I expected something better. The room was very well worn - the drapes faded in color and plenty of stains on the chairs. It also did not have a TV (as listed) and we had to rent towels. The lodge has character - probably not the type I'm looking for.

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by apalaghita850 – posted on Aug 24, 2008

1

Enjoyed our stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

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by wcwynn2301 – posted on Aug 23, 2008

1

the best hostel ever! everything was perfect and made with much love.

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by fubabe – posted on Aug 13, 2008

4

Zenryu San is a very kind person. Unfortunately I missed my yoga class as I had trouble getting up early. Eva was very helpfull and responsive too. I will come back again.

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by philipneri2329 – posted on Aug 11, 2008

3

What a retreat. After weeks of backpack hostels it was such a nice change of pace. Imagine an Alpine Lodge run by a Zen Buddhist monk in one of the most picturesque places in Japan. I could`ve stayed a week, actually I wish I had!

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by salves265473 – posted on Aug 3, 2008

2

A nice place but not as nice as the score indicates. The 4 bed dorms were small with not much spare room and the top bunks cop the aircon. The communal area was very nice. no laundry, wifi free, comuter 600y/hr

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by alan3052 – posted on Jul 28, 2008

5

Very nice place. Really liked the location in terms of it being out of the way, but not too far. Friendly and helpful staff

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by defmay – posted on Jul 26, 2008

5

room had a/c. breakfast or dinner included. secluded location by park with wild monkeys and deer- neato!

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by quanttran180 – posted on Jul 21, 2008

1

There is not so much to do at night as the town seems to shut down at about 8 PM. If nightlife is sought, go somewhere besides Nikko.

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by billmmartinez8759 – posted on Jul 17, 2008

1

Excellent place...the peace. the love. the woods. everything to relax. dont miss the onsen closeby. And dont miss Narabijizo...its wonderful.

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by corapa2530 – posted on Jul 17, 2008

6

The ambience was great, the staff friendly and very helpful, food was good, it was easy to meet other travellers.

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by patricia944 – posted on Jul 16, 2008

3

It was a lovely place to stay, the people made you feel welcome. If you are looking for a friendly and relaxing place with picturesc surroundings this is it. Its a nice walk to the shrines and has an excellent onsen nearby thats a must to try. Loved it and will deffinately be going back!!!

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by mposatre – posted on Jul 15, 2008

2

Nikko Park is charming. We had such a good time we stayed and extra night. Clean, peaceful and friendly. I would hightly recommend!

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by sarahjhartland6242 – posted on Jul 15, 2008

2