Yufuin Country Road Youth Hostel

Location: Yufuin-cho, Kawakami 441-29, Yufu, jp

Star Rating: 1 Stars

Property Type: Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 04:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Family rooms
• Non-smoking throughout
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Board games/puzzles
• Evening entertainment
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• CCTV outside property
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Access to health care professionals
• Security alarm
• Thermometers for guests provided by property
• Free wired internet
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request

Rooms Available

• Standard Quadruple Room, Non Smoking (Private)

  1 Twin Futon

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - Digital channels

  Bathroom - Shared bathroom, slippers, a bidet, and towels

  Comfort - Air conditioning

  Need to Know - No housekeeping

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Slippers
  • Bidet
  • Free WiFi
  • No housekeeping

• Standard Room, Non Smoking (Private)

  1 Twin Bunk Bed

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - Digital channels

  Bathroom - Shared bathroom, slippers, a bidet, and towels

  Comfort - Air conditioning

  Need to Know - No housekeeping

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Slippers
  • Bidet
  • Free WiFi
  • No housekeeping

• Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room

  Price includes 1 bunk in a women-only room. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Has a TV and air conditioning, and towels, Yukata robes and toothbrushes are available for an extra fee. Private lockers and free Wi-Fi are provided.

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Bidet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain

• Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room

  Price includes 1 bunk in a men-only room. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Has a TV and air conditioning, and towels, Yukata robes and toothbrushes are available for an extra fee. Private lockers and free Wi-Fi are provided.

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Bidet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain

• Twin Room with Bunk Bed

  Private room for 2 people with a bunk bed. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Has a TV and air conditioning, and towels, Yukata robes and toothbrushes are available for an extra fee. Free Wi-Fi is provided. This room cannot accommodate an extra bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Alarm clock
  • Bidet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Key access
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain

• Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom

  Features tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Has a TV and air conditioning, and towels, Yukata robes and toothbrushes are available for an extra fee. Free Wi-Fi is provided. This room can accommodate 1 extra bed.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Alarm clock
  • Bidet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Key access
  • Reading light
  • Privacy curtain
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)

Guest Reviews

• Christian Phan (9/5): -
• Lauge Hjørnet (9/5): -
• Duangporn (7/5): - The house is Japanese tradition style in wood brought the nice atmosphere. The location is uphill quite far from the center.
• Susan (2/5): - Der Allgemeinbereich ist sehr schön. Das Hostel ist weit weg von dem kleinen Dorf und dem Bahnhof und es gibt keinen Bus. Entweder man läuft rund 45 Minuten steil die Hauptstrasse hoch oder nimmt ein Taxi. Das Check-in ist spät und man darf das Gepäck nicht im Hostel deponieren. Als ich angefragt habe, wurde mir mitgeteilt, dass ich mein Gepäck am Bahnhof deponieren soll. Je nachdem wie gross das Gepäck ist, zwischen 1'000 und 1'200 Yen. Ganz schön teuer für 2 Stunden. Immerhin wird um 17.15 beim 7-11 ein gratis Transfer angeboten. Ich hatte 3 Nächte gebucht. Beim check-in wurde mir mittgeteilt, dass das späteste check-out um 10.00 Uhr ist und deshalb auch ich spätestens um 10.00 Uhr das Hostel verlassen muss und frühestens um 16.00 Uhr wieder zurückkommen darf!!! Es war kein Missverständnis ich habe 2 x nachgefragt. Es dürfen in dieser Zeit keine Gäste im Hostel sein. Die Betten sind extrem unbequem. Eigentlich schläft man auf einem Holzbrett. Es ist auch sehr eng und schwierig das Gepäck im Zimmer hinzustellen. Um 8.15 werden direkt vor der Türe des Dorm, von den Eigentümer, lauthals und von einer Gitarre begleitet, Abschiedslieder gesungen. Ich bin dann nach 2 Nächten gegangen. Tipp: Falls du hier trotzdem übernachten möchtest und das Gepäck lagern musst. Einfach ca. 80 Meter Richtung 7-11 laufen , da kostet das Schliessfach nur noch 600 Yen und nochmals 20 Meter weiter 500 Yen.
• Ruxana (9/5): - Absolutely loved it.Calm and peaceful.Wonderful couple.The location is awesome,wish to spend few more days. Location is almost in the woods.Good to reach the place before it gets dark.
• tsutomu (10/5): -
• Dhruv (10/5): - They are very hospitable hosts. A great experience to stay there with homely vibes.
• Ichia (10/5): - 好喜歡客廳的景色跟滿滿的漫畫 可惜我不會日文無法閱讀
• YOKO (5/5): -
• Tsuyoshi (10/5): -
• Monika (10/5): - The owners were very nice, the rooms were clean, and the beds were comfortable. The owner even gave us a ride to the station in the morning. The hot springs are also a huge plus. I definitely recommend this hostel.
• きーちゃん (9/5): - 母と姉と3人で節約旅行でした。 高齢の母の為に1階のお部屋をわざわざ 準備していただきありがとうございました。 夕食もとても美味しかったです。 夕食後は近くの山にお散歩ツアーにオーナーさんが、連れて行ってくださり夜景をみれたり4月でしたがホタルが見れてとても貴重な体験をする事ができました。次の日の朝食も美味しく、お風呂は写真のイメージと少し違いましたが丁度良い温度で気持ち良かったです。 チェックアウト時もお見送りの歌をご夫婦で 歌ってくださり姉は感動して泣いてました。 ほんとうに心遣いが素晴らしくゆっくりできました。ありがとうございました。また、お邪魔したいホテルでした。 お風呂にいく時に急な階段が母には少し大変でしたがバリアフリーの設備がありましたので大丈夫でした。
• YOKO (5/5): -
• akira (9/5): - ロケーション
• SAYAKA (8/5): 良かったです✨️ - スタッフが親切でした(*^^*)
• KIYOKO (10/5): -
• Satoru (9/5): - スタッフ御夫婦のサービス良かったです!
• SUNGKYU (10/5): 最高の宿… - 食事,温泉,雰囲気,親切 余り無い
• Katsuma (9/5): - みんなで集うリビングルームには沢山の本や雑誌、ゲームなどがあり、とても楽しめて雰囲気も良かったです。宿を出発する時にペアレントのお二人がフォークギターを片手にカントリーロードを歌いお見送りして下さって感動しました。
• Yuki (8/5): - スタッフの方が親切丁寧に説明されていました。 ありません
• Lea (9/5): -
• JADE (10/5): - The food was amazing and good value, the staff were really kind and helpful. The location is a bit far though there are busses that run every one or two hours.
• HITOMI (8/5): -
• Jan Martin (10/5): -
• Michael (10/5): -
• taniguchi (8/5): -
• Kosta (9/5): - le wifi était top, il y a un onsen de disponible et le prix est correct pour la ville. il y a plein de manga a disposition mais uniquement pour les japonais. les propriétaires sont super gentil, sont investis dans leur hostel et jouent de la guitare à votre départ ce que j’ai trouvé super l’emplacement est loin de la ville et il faut monter vraiment beaucoup, pas l’idéal avec un bagage lourd, j’ai mis plus d’une heure depuis la gare. Le check in était tard aussi j’ai du laisser mes affaires dehors, pareil pour le check out qui est tôt. Les serviettes ne sont pas fournies il faut les acheter en supplément
• Wendy (10/5): Excelente experiencia - El ambiente familiar y los detalles de los anfitriones
• Lu (10/5): -
• Ophélie (10/5): - Déjeuner et souper délicieux (payant) La vue et l’espace commun et le Onsen sont vraiment agréables.
• Bastien (10/5): - Le gérant de l'auberge est top, super sympa, de bonne humeur et de bon conseil L'emplacement sans voiture est un peu difficiles d accès passé 17h30
• Kittiya (10/5): - พนักงานต้อนรับดีมาก มีบริการส่งที่สถานีวันเช็คเอาท์ด้วย ที่พักมีออนเซ็นบรรยากาศสงบดีมาก พื้นที่ส่วนกลางและห้องพักสะอาดมาก อยากให้มีผ้าเช็ดตัวผืนใหญ่บริการด้วย
• victor (6/5): -
• YIMIN (10/5): -
• atsz1980 (10/5): -
• kazuhiro (7/5): - 小高いところにあって、街を一望できて良かった。 出発時にはオーナーさん夫婦からの歌のプレゼントは他にはなかなか無いサービスだと思う。 隣の部屋が、うちの部屋を通ら無いと移動できないような構造だったのにはびっくりした
• CJ (9/5): - 小巧、溫馨的住宿。 雖然距離較遠，但周末可預約接送，早上也有送至車站的服務，不造成問題。
• Véronique (7/5): Bonne halte authentique - Bon accueil, bonne ambiance et maison authentique En hiver les espaces communs ne sont pas chauffés. Il faisait très froid aussi dans le Onsen au sous-sol
• Alfeli (7/5): -
• Rong Xuan (9/5): Lovely hostel - Value for money, owner are nice and place is clean. Free coffee and also there is onsen in the property which is free to use. You need to drive to get there as there is no buses around.
• Dana (10/5): - This was the best hostel I have ever stayed in. Very clean and very safe. Everyone was super nice and I really enjoyed the stay. Also, they had a free morning shuttle down to the station so that was tremendously helpful :)
• Antoine (10/5): -
• KOHEI (9/5): -
• Hugo (9/5): -
• Théo (9/5): -
• Sakaeda (10/5): またきたい！ - 親切！眺めがよかて温泉も最高！！
• Darmagnac (10/5): -
• Nidhal (8/5): Amazing atmosphere, free onsen! - I drove around Kyushu for a few days and this was my last stop before driving to oita airport for my flight back to Tokyo! - friendly staff! I had a big suitcase so one of the staff members helped me immediately no questions asked - late check in and check out which is always really convenient - beautiful common area with gorgeous calming music - gorgeous onsen for free!!! Definitely the best part if you like hot springs - apparently breakfast was delish (I didn’t have it but my dorm mate told me it was). - they also sing country road before to show you off and show you a good journey - you have to shower in the onsen room even if you’re not going to get in the hot spring which I thought was a bit embarrassing for me 🙈
• Alena (10/5): - Cozy and welcoming place, with private Onsen and traditional Japanese rooms, good location. I would come back there and stay longer! The soundproofing is a bit weak, so you can hear the neighbors, but it’s not a big issue since the hostel has quiet hours after 10 p.m.
• KIYOTAKA (10/5): - フレンドリー 無し
• Rochelle (9/5): I felt incredibly refreshed from this little town and recommend this hostel. - The view from the lounge area was incredible. The perfect view to drink tea, journal, write poetry, or plan your next stops. Nice dining area. Comfy beds. Cute onsen. Close to mount yufu which is a great climb, highly recommend. There were some limitations on hostel access that I wasn’t clear about which disrupted my planned activities one day. Staff were able to communicate with me and we sorted it out. But do check with staff before booking re: access to all spaces in hostel.
• Rachel (10/5): -
• Taylor-William (9/5): - Yufuin Country Road Youth Hostel feels less like a hostel and more like a warm, welcoming mountain retreat. The couple running the place have clearly poured a lot of heart into it—you can really sense their personalities through the thoughtful decor, communal touches, and overall atmosphere. One of my personal highlights was flipping through their collection of vinyl records, which added a lovely nostalgic charm. The use of a loudspeaker for announcements was surprisingly inventive and gave the place a bit of character. The onsen is fantastic, and the setting makes you feel properly tucked away in nature. The climb up the hill to get there is no joke—especially in the summer heat—but it somehow added to the feeling of escape, like conquering your own little Everest. As someone who tends to keep to themselves, I spent most of my time in my room, but I get the sense that more extroverted travellers or those in a group would really thrive here. That said, after chatting with the hosts, I’d definitely consider returning—it’s the kind of place that stays with you.
• Milan (9/5): -
• Jan (10/5): -
• ISIBASI (10/5): -
• Delphine (10/5): - Le personnel est vraiment accueillant et propose plusieurs services : petit déjeuner et/ou dîner (payant), prêt de serviette pour la douche/onsen (gratuit), promenade nocturne à la recherche des lucioles (gratuit), navette jusqu'à la gare le matin (gratuit). Le dortoir est petit mais cosy avec tous les équipements nécessaires. Les espaces communs sont très spacieux et conviviaux. Le matelas manque un peu d'épaisseur
• Didhdbsg (9/5): - 夜間導覽很不錯 入住時沒有接送服務，沒有自駕的話要用走得上去
• Martínez (9/5): - Es dorm fantàstic! El menjar, però això és per que era molt japonés, Suposo menjar tradicional de zona rural i jo soc molt difícil per menjar
• 饒辰書 Jao Chen-Shu (10/5): -
• Yoshida (6/5): -
• Weng Khiong (9/5): Great hosts ! - Breakfast was great value for money. Maybe coffee could be included.
• JS (9/5): - とても親切に対応してもらえました
• Camille (10/5): - Superbe auberge, avec onsen privatif. Nous avons passé un très bon séjour.
• 木戸 (9/5): -
• Takayuki (4/5): -
• masato (10/5): -
• CHIHIRO (9/5): -
• Daniela (10/5): incredibly magical - They stole my heart. I just can't stop thinking about this beautiful town and hostel. If I ever return to Japan, I definitely have to come back here. The staff are so friendly. It's an unforgettable and very Japanese experience. They're just fantastic.
• Mark (10/5): Exceptional -
• Verified traveler (10/5): なまのカントリーロードが素敵 - YHを４０年ぶりに利用しました。初老の夫婦にとってコスパももちろんのこと温泉のお風呂もヘルシーな食事でも大変満足なものでした。ペアレントがカントリーロードを生演奏で送り出してくださることも、思い出になりました。
• Jordyn (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful spot in a beautiful place. We can't say enough good things about the owners they were incredibly helpful and so so nice. :)
• Xiao (9/5): Superb - The owners were so accommodating and friendly Location
• Paul (10/5): Exceptional - Absolutely love this place and people!! Ryo and Tomo are top notch host with attention to details, professionalism and with full of positive energy. Place is impeccably clean, cozy and warm with super cool onsen. I've had two wonderful meals and enjoyed every bite of it. Also have enjoyed the after dinner 2000 hr walking under the star lights. Ryo is an expert on stargazing and thank you again. I'd love to return soon and wish you all the best. Cheers and Carpe diem! Paul Kim from Italy/Corea
• Eliška (8/5): Very good - Amazing service - dinner for 1.200, breakfast for 750 The host offers to drive you to yufuin station at 8 or 9, very appreciated The hotel has onsen downstairs, there's even music playing! This was great and relaxing The spaces are warm and cozy, super pleasant stay! There was also a parking lot It's a little away from the city, so plan in advance to get there (it's 30min uphill by feet by the road)
• Robert (10/5): Exceptional - Very nice Onsen inside the hostel and super friendly and helpful owners :) also the dining / living room has a super chill atmosphere
• Charlotta (9/5): Superb - The hostel is located in a beautiful area and is quite remote but they tell you what times you can catch a bus from the center and can give you a to the center in the morning. We enjoyed to evening walking tours and the onsen was nice too! The house was beautiful and we had nice chats with other guests. They do different announcements in the morning by megafone so it is not really possible to sleep in. You should also note that you are not allowed to stay at the hostel during the day while they clean even if you are staying for several days.
• Daniel (9/5): Superb -
• Sarah (10/5): Exceptional -
• Minh (10/5): Country road, take me home - Great view from the dining room, amazing onsen and super nice owners
• Aracely (5/5): No cleaning, lot of dust - The place was cool, nice onsen, lot of mangas It was so dirty! It looks clean in a superficial way, check behind the beds and everywhere, it's full of shit, like they haven't cleaned It in years. I have an allergy to dust, based on how much I was coughing and the irritation on my throat and eyes, I can swear that place was disgusting. Thanks God I stayed for only one night
• Yoon (9/5): Superb -
• Aliaksandr (5/5): Passable -
• Julien (4/5): Not a hostel, a bland guesthouse with a rude owner - - Clean - Nice hot spring - comfortable bed This place is not a hostel by any means. Yes there is a dorm but it is closer to a guesthouse with the mood of a retirement home. First I arrived in the afternoon, a bit before checking, there was nobody and the house was closed. I found an open backdoor to leave my luggage (it is located 20 mins from city center on a steep walk). I felt like a burglar… The mood inside is really boring. Cheesy « classical » music that made me wish the next song was not going to be a Christmas song. There is no kitchen you can use. When I asked for a plate and a fork I was given it but I felt like I was disturbing. In the morning you will get woken up around 7:15 with an alarm saying « breakfast is ready! ». Seriously… 🤯 Then the worst was after checkout. Checkout is at 10:00, so I was ready at 10:00 and asked if I could stay for a few minutes in the main room to prepare what I’m gonna do during my day (I always do that and there is never any problem). I was answered straight away: « no! We are cleaning! » Japanese people are usually very nice and polite, don’t expect that here! And when I left I couldn’t believe the owners insisted to play me a goodbye song. Wtf! 😬
• Elin (10/5): Exceptional - So cosy, sweet staff, good breakfast! A bit far from yufuin, but not a big problem
• Wright (8/5): Cosy and welcoming. - Kind and welcoming staff, who cooked very tasty food. The free onsen was a relaxing addition that helped me get a very good night’s sleep. The hostel is located at the top of of a hill where minimal buses run to, to my knowledge. It was a long walk since I do not have a car.
• Sanhanut (10/5): Wonderful hostel with an onsen - The property is very nice. I felt like I was staying at home, and the owner was both amiable and disciplined. The onsen was wonderful and relaxing, and the mountain view in the morning was spectacular. The food prepared by the owner was delicious, and they even performed a farewell song. The owner also provided a ride to the station at 8:20 in the morning (they offer rides to the station twice in the morning, at 8:20 and 9:20). If I have the chance, I would definitely stay here again.
• Rami (10/5): Tucked safely in the mountains, with great views and company - Ideal location, especially considering the shuffle to/from town. Clean, delicious and presentable food, and the staff are pleasant. The onsen is an incredible addition that rounds out the place as a gem.
• Jiun (10/5): Exceptional - Good view, comfortable beds, quiet and calm environment. I was here 7 years ago, so I'm so surprised that they maintain the high quality of the accommodation for so long time. Everything is as nice as 7 years ago. Appreciate the great effort by the owner. The location is really far from the center. I went there by car, so it was okay for me. But if you go by public transportation, and you didn't reserve a meal there, you'd better buy your own food before you go to the hostel. The owner also provides free rides twice a day as I remembered.
• D (6/5): Pleasant -
• Methinee (9/5): In the heart of nature - It feels like home. You get everything there. Clean room and toilets. There is no separate shower but there are a few in the onsen room. The onsen for male and female are entirely separate. The entrance has a separate door so the safety is guaranteed. Dinner and stargazing are excellent. The owner gives you a lift to the train station at 8:20 and 9:20 every day. It’s quite far from the centre so please travel light or take a taxi.
• Krisztina (9/5): Superb - It is a typical hostel with a lot of Japanese guests. Really cool. They offer dinner and lunch as well. It is served as if all the guests were a big family. Nice staff. Onsen. Though not in the city, car is useful, the mountain location is great.
• Nualwan (8/5): Valuable - Valuable and cleanliness Time for cleaning 10.00-15.00 is not good. We are family and stayed 2 nites. We want to take a rest and go out late but the cleaning time forced us to wake up early and have to go out the hostel in the morning.
• Sally (10/5): Exceptional - I had a lovely stay! The atmosphere is very nice, the staff are kind and helpful and the food is delicious. The space is very comfortable and feels homely. The walk to see the stars was very fun! It’s a bit of a walk from town, but if you go on the back roads from the lake, it is a beautiful walk with good views of the mountain and some nice Japanese houses. The shuttle bus in the morning was useful and I enjoyed the goodbye song. Thank you!! Nothing
• Suchanart (10/5): Excellent and peaceful <3 - Very homey hostel with onsen bath. Also has free parking area for guests who drive a car like us. Location even not in the city but not too far. If have chance, would like to go back again. Breakfast was tasty Actually, everything is excellent for us. But if may need to mention one thing, there is no private or separately shower room (only in the onsen area). :)
• Victoria (10/5): Exceptional -
• Hsu (9/5): Affordable Hostel with a free Onsen! - Excellent host! Has an onsen inside too, free! Far from the main shopping area, but they offer pickup at 6pm from the main Yufuin Station (which I didn't know, I walked so far, but it's ok, exercised!) Also offers breakfast for $5! Other than that, everything is great! Host has been hosting for 18 years now with his wife! So you also have a native host! When you leave, they sing you a country song, how unique!! Only bad thing is I got the top bunk-- it's quite difficult to climb up the ladder, it's not at an angle, but straight up 90 degrees. Especially if you need to use the restroom in the middle of the night. I would NOT recommend getting the top bunk--avoid if you can.
• Kodama-forget (9/5): Superb - Everything was clean and the common room is very cozy. The onsen was wonderful and relaxing as well. I was lucky enough to stay on a Friday, which every Friday the owner brings a van of guests and workers who want to participate to the local gymnasium that is open to the public and we played a bunch of sports and games together which was the highlight of my stay--would definitely recommend.
• Ryan (10/5): Exceptional -
• Hannah (10/5): Exceptional - Very clean, nice onsen attached, very kind hosts A little out of town quite the trek up recommend ordering dinner before

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