Tabi-shiro Guest House - 日本

Overall a very nice place in a pretty good location (6 min walk from the castle, 15 min walk from Matsumoto station). Nice vibe. However 1. walls are very thin. You should use earbuds (provided by the place) if you are a light sleeper. 2. You cannot get a drink from the bar after 22:00.

The tabi-shiro hostel was one of the most hearth warming places I have been to. The staff is extremely helpful with every question you have and they will try their best so you feel like at home. And if you break down your english a little bit, they will be grateful to learn more english by talking to you, while you get a deep dive in japanese culture ; The hostel is very good located with 10min to the train station and 5min to the castle. Big recommodation. Big thanks to the awesome team at tabi-shiro for one of my favourite experiences in japan!!

A cozy traditional Japanese-style house run by a wonderful staff. The rooms are plain and simple but cozy, futon bedding is comfortable, there is ample storage space. Even though the bathrooms and showers are shared, this was not a problem at all because everything is kept spotless clean (which is no wonder and just par for the course, I guess, this being Japan). And if you want to stay home for a while, there is an atmospheric lobby and bar where you can relax and chat with the staff or other guests. Oh, and the complimentary houji-cha tea was great, I couldn't stop helping myself to it. All in all, this house is a great value for the money.

Cheap, clean, cozy and beautiful! Very good guest house with everything you need and near to the castle. Also the building seems an old house from the Showa but super well kept. Also the staff has been really nice and helpful. Highly recommended!

Overall a good stay. Staff are really helpful with sightseeing tips and a good restaurant to find in Matsumoto. Interior looks really neat, i loved sitting at the bar on the 1st floor. The walls and floors are really thin so a bit of advice here is to be careful, you'll make a noise easily and disturbing other room.