Local Knot Backpackers vs Obasute Guesthouse Nakaraya

Same City · Nagano Distance: 17.6km

Overview

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Local Knot Backpackers

1-Star
8.2 111
Nagano
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Obasute Guesthouse Nakaraya

8.5 28
Nagano
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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

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Agoda
8.4 (539)
8.4 (31)
Booking.com
8.2 (400)
7.6 (103)
Expedia
8.2
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Trip.com
8.2 (24)
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Overall Average
8.2 (963)
8.5 (134)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Local Knot Backpackers Obasute Guesthouse Nakaraya
Strengths Strengths
+ Many reviews note the extreme convenience of being a few minutes' walk from Nagano Station + Owner's warm hospitality, local tips, and free food make trips special
+ Staff friendliness and good English communication repeatedly praised + Rice fields, night views, and nature provide healing and relaxation
+ Cozy communal lounge and cooking facilities great for mingling with travelers + Guest interactions and chats in common areas are enjoyable
+ Beds described as spacious, clean, and comfortable in multiple reviews + Walkable to Obasute Station for easy Nagano access
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Few and narrow showers/toilets lead to wait times in complaints - Remote location with no nearby stores or eateries; tough without a car
- No lockers or safes, and door locks feel insecure - Cold in winter with weak heating in some reviews
- Non-working elevator inconvenient for heavy luggage - Some note shower and amenity cleanliness issues
- Noise from upper bunk audible in lower bunk

Recommended For

Solo travelers Backpackers Groups

Recommended For

Solo travelers Couples Nature lovers

Guest Reviews

Local Knot Backpackers

Agoda 8.4 Solo

Toilets showers narrow but clean, staff fluent in English

Agoda 10.0 Solo

Friendly staff, shared coffee oven great value

Not for full privacy seekers

Booking.com 3.6 Solo

Great location next to station, clean hostel

Booking.com 3.2 Solo

Fantastic location cozy facilities journaling fun

Only 2 showers/toilets

Trip.com 10.0 Solo

Convenient transport tatami lounge comfy kitchen clean

Obasute Guesthouse Nakaraya

Agoda 8.8 Solo

Handled sudden extra guest well, prime location with stunning night views

Agoda 9.6 Couple

Beautiful scenery, great for onsen, warm owner and comfy bedding

Agoda 2.0 Solo

Remote, far to food, cold in winter, poor amenities

Booking.com 3.6 Solo

Friendly owner gave food, homely vibe, amazing night view

Small toilet, slippery stairs

Booking.com 3.6 Solo

Home-like, traditional Japanese style, hot shower, near station

Location Comparison

Distance: 17.6km

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