Couch Potato Hostel vs Matsumoto Back Packers

Same City · Matsumoto Distance: 0.9km
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Couch Potato Hostel

9.5 82
Matsumoto
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Matsumoto Back Packers

★ 1-Star
8.4 224
Matsumoto
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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

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Agoda
9.6 (989)
8.3 (247)
Booking.com
9.5 (826)
7.8 (667)
Expedia
9.8 (72)
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Trip.com
9.5 (61)
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Overall Average
9.5 (1,948)
8.4 (914)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Couch Potato Hostel Matsumoto Back Packers
Strengths Strengths
+ Staff are very kind and give excellent local recommendations + Many reviews say it's a 5-10 minute walk from the station, convenient for travel
+ The traditional Japanese house style feels cozy and unique + Staff and volunteers are friendly and give local food and sightseeing recommendations repeatedly noted
+ Rooms and common areas are clean + Easy to mingle with other travelers in common areas
+ Practical facilities like free bikes, washing machine, and kitchen are available + Rooms are clean with comfortable traditional Japanese futons
+ Great location within walking distance of Matsumoto Castle
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Only two showers, so waiting may be needed during peak hours - Thin walls let noise through, earplugs recommended in reviews
- Some guests find the rooms small - Dorm spaces feel cramped and easy to disturb others
- About a 10–13 minute walk from the station - Limited communal space makes evening cooking or relaxing difficult

Recommended For

Solo travelers Families Short cultural stays

Recommended For

Solo travelers Backpackers Budget travelers

Guest Reviews

Couch Potato Hostel

Expedia 10.0 Family

Family of 4 stayed in bunk bed private room with plenty of space, super nice owner, and great location

Trip.com 10.0 Solo traveler

Very clean, good location, kind host who gave great recommendations for Matsumoto area

Booking.com 4.0

Cozy traditional house atmosphere, friendly staff, and detailed recommendation materials were impressive

Matsumoto Back Packers

Booking.com 7.8 Solo

Great location near station, friendly staff, good for meeting travelers

Dorm cramped and noisy

Booking.com 8.5 Solo

Convenient location, charming traditional building, comfy futons

Thin walls need earplugs

Agoda 10.0 Solo traveler

Friendly host, excellent location, great mingling with global travelers

Agoda 9.6 Solo traveler

Cool staff and wonderful house atmosphere

Location Comparison

Distance: 0.9km

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