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8.5

Excellent

133 reviews

133 reviews

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8.2

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location
Parking
FREE
Nearby landmarks
Kumano Hongu Heritage Center 140 m
Kokinosato Nursing Home 170 m
Kumano Hongū Taisha 200 m
Oyunohara 630 m
Tsubo-yu Onsen 2.0 km
Yunomine Onsen 2.6 km
Kawayu Onsen 3.0 km
Senninburo 3.0 km
Oku-Kumano Kodo Hongu, Michi-no-eki 3.1 km
Kumano Kodo Nakahechi, Michi-no-eki 5.7 km

Kumano Backpackers

Hongu 159-1, Tanabe, Tanabe, Japan, 647-1731 - See map

Conveniently situated in the Tanabe part of Tanabe, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options.

Highlights

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Hot spring bath

Air conditioning

Hiking

Safety deposit boxes

Facilities

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Restaurants

Safety deposit boxes

Tours

Wi-Fi in public areas

Shared kitchen

Smoke-free property

Value for money7.7
Location rating8.2

Rooms available at Kumano Backpackers

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Shower and bathtub
  • 1 bunk bed
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Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Shower and bathtub
  • 2 single beds
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Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 14 m²/151 ft²
  • Shower and bathtub
  • 2 futons
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Kumano Backpackers?

Check-in is from 03:00 PM, and check-out is until 09:30 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee.

How do I get to Kumano Backpackers?

For those who wish to drive their own cars, Kumano Backpackers has a car park available for guests. Parking is free for guests.

What is the smoking policy at Kumano Backpackers?

Kumano Backpackers does not permit smoking in any of its rooms or indoor areas.

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What people love about Kumano Backpackers

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "The homely house provides comfortable and clean stay experience."

    Jentzu

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    August 12, 2019

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "The owner was very welcoming and nice even though my check-in was delayed."

    Jentzu

    |

    August 12, 2019

  • 9.6

    Exceptional

    "I definitely would recommend for those who are looking for budget stay."

    Jentzu

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    August 12, 2019

Overall rating:

8.5

Excellent
133 reviews
Cleanliness
7.7
Facilities
8.0
Location
8.2
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More about Kumano Backpackers

More about Kumano Backpackers

Kumano Backpackers is located in Tanabe and features a shared lounge and a communal kitchen. The property is set 50 metres 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 4 km from Yunomine Hot Spring, 44 km from Nachi Falls and 81km from Koyasan. The nearest airport is Kansai International Airport, 82 km from the property.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Tours
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Restaurants
  • Shared kitchen
  • Snack bar
Swimming & soaking
  • Hot spring bath
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Elevator
  • Heating in public area
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
Access
  • Adult-only property
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Car park [free of charge]
Available in all rooms
  • Accessible by stairs
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathtub
  • Dining table
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free bottled water
  • Fruits/snacks
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Linens
  • Locker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Sleep comfort items
  • Smoke detector
  • Socket near the bed
  • Toiletries

Food and dining

Restaurants on site
Cafe Hongu
  • Cuisine: European, International, Pizza
  • Menu: Buffet

Location

Hongu 159-1, Tanabe, Tanabe, Japan, 647-1731
Excellent
Location

8.2

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

Minimum age of guests is: 18 year(s).

Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from15:00
  • Check-in until20:00
  • Check-out until09:30

Property announcements

Please inform Kumano Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews of Kumano Backpackers from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
7.9
/
10
Very good
Cleanliness7.7
Facilities8.0
Location8.2
Service8.0
Value for money7.7
High score for Tanabe
Rating
9+ Exceptional (2)
8-9 Excellent (0)
7-8 Very Good (2)
6-7 Good (0)
<6 Below Expectation (2)
Time of the year
Mar - May (0)
Jun - Aug (3)
Sep - Nov (3)
Dec - Feb (0)

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Showing 6 verified guest comments
9.6
Exceptional
Jentzu from Taiwan
Solo traveler
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 1 night in July 2019

comfy and value-worthy stay”

i stayed here for two nights after my Kumano Kodo hiking. the owner was very welcoming and nice even though my check-in was delayed. the homely house provides comfortable and clean stay experience. the attractions are all within walking distance. i definitely would recommend for those who are looking for budget stay.

Reviewed August 12, 2019

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8.0
Excellent
ka from Hong Kong SAR, China
Solo traveler
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Nice place!!”

Clean & comfortable room!!

Reviewed March 22, 2023

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2.4
nobuaki from Japan
Solo traveler
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 1 night in September 2022

Acceptable”

ゆっくりは、できないね

Reviewed September 18, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Masaaki from Thailand
Solo traveler
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

熊野本宮大社のすぐ近くです。”

熊野本宮大社のすぐ近く、一般の一軒家を改装した宿です。近くに格安の温泉もあり、ゆっくり過せました。

Reviewed June 30, 2022

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2.0
SACHIE from Japan
Family with young children
Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in September 2020

サービス悪い”

不親切、部屋も汚くサービスなし。これでこの値段は有り得ない。二度と使いません。

Reviewed September 23, 2020

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8.0
Excellent
noguchi from Japan
Solo traveler
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
Stayed 1 night in June 2020

静かなひととき”

時期も時期だったので、他の泊まり客もなく、のんびり過ごさせて頂きました。 翌日の軽食まで準備してもらえて、ありがたかったです。

Reviewed June 08, 2020

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