Kumano Backpackers is located in Tanabe and features a shared lounge and a communal kitchen. The property is set 164 feet from Kumano Hongu Taisha shrine and just a minute's walk away from Hongu Taisha Mae bus stop. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Each room here is fitted with bunk beds, and bathroom and toilet are shared for all rooms. The shared kitchen includes a microwave, an electric kettle and a coffee machine. The property is set 2.5 mi from Yunomine Hot Spring, 27 mi from Nachi Falls and 50 mi from Koyasan. The nearest airport is Kansai International Airport, 51 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking

Hot spring bath


Availability

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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
10
High score for Tanabe
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  • M
    Margaret
    United States of America United States of America
    Great place! Hongu is a wonderful town. Staff were nice and location next to the Temple was a bonus. Rooms and common facilities were clean. Hostel is well run by a Buddhist monk.
  • Margrit
    Canada Canada
    Location, cleanliness, snacks and breakfast, helpful with shipping luggage, easy check-in at the café.
  • Ovchinnikov
    Russia Russia
    The host was very friendly and helpful. He speaks English very well, so we did not have any misunderstanig. It was very kind of him to provide us snacks and a little meal for breakfast. Also we could use the kitchen to cook our breakfast. Jam,...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Cafe Hongu
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • International • European

Amenities of Kumano Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
Food & Drink
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Lockers
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safe
    General
    • Adults only
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Spa
    • Hot spring bath
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules

    Kumano Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Until 9:30 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Cash only

    This property only accepts cash payments.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Kumano Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Kumano Backpackers

    • Kumano Backpackers is 23 miles from the center of Tanabe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Kumano Backpackers has 1 restaurant:

      • Cafe Hongu

    • The prices at Kumano Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Kumano Backpackers is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 9:30 AM.

    • Kumano Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Canoeing
      • Hot spring bath
      • Walking tours
      • Tour or class about local culture