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Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi

1.0 star property
Adults-only hostel in Otaru

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Property grounds
Property amenity
Terrace/patio
Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge
Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi provides a calm retreat surrounded by the natural beauty of the area. Guests appreciate the tranquil garden space and relaxing terrace, with WiFi available in all rooms for staying connected while unwinding from daily travels.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Laptop-compatible safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Laptop-compatible safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Laptop-compatible safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Laptop-compatible safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
4-15 Aioi-cyo Otaru-shi, Town Center, Otaru, Hokkaido, 047-0028

What's nearby

  • Otaru Music Box Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sakaimachi Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Otaru Canal - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Shin Nihonkai Ferry - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Minami-Otaru Station - 9 min walk
  • Teine Station - 21 min drive
  • New Chitose Intl. Airport (CTS) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪らーめん 西や 花園店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪小樽ジンギスカン倶楽部 北とうがらし - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪いか太郎本舗 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪coffee&dinningミレット - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪金太の金太 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi

Hostel near Otaru Canal
Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • 2 bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • 30 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1936
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 detached shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Portable fan
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Early check-in is not available. Luggage storage is not available prior to check-in time.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of JPY 4000 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: JPY 4000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi
Otarunai Backpackers' MorinoKi
Backpackers' MorinoKi
The Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel Morinoki Otaru Hokkaido
Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi Otaru

Frequently asked questions

Is Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of JPY 4000 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi?

Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi located?

Situated in Otaru, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Suitengu and Otaru Canal. Sakaimachi Street and Otaru Music Box Museum are also within 10 minutes. Minami-Otaru Station is 9 minutes by foot and Otaru Station is 17 minutes.

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Otarunai Backpackers' Hostel MorinoKi Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 104 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay! Loved our relaxing time there and the city was beautiful. Went on a lovely hike. Hug and Momo were so sweet and such a great treat! The hosts were so welcoming and also had great recommendations for our trip going forward! Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely homey. Wonderful kind staff and beautiful spaces. Genuinely my favorite hostel I’ve ever stayed in. Leaving made me so sad, I wish I can come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

HYEON WOO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was the best experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

????

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
フェリー乗り場から近く、 夜中までチェックイン対応してくれる為、 北海道初日の宿泊に最適です。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JinWook

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

혼자 여행하는 분이라면 추천드려요

최고의 숙소였습니다. 일본 가정집의 정취를 느끼시려면 꼭 여기에 숙박하세요! 숙소에 사장님 옛날사진들을 볼 수 있는데, 여기가 얼마나 시간이 흘러 추억이 쌓였는지 가늠할 수 있어요. 허그상과 모모상도 정말 귀여워요! 객실마다 공간이 충분히 넓고 샤워시설도 적당합니다. 그리고 아침식사 서비스 또한 아주 좋았습니다
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
家族的、朝ごはんも５００円でカレーうどんライスヨーグルトサラダと美味しかった。海外パッカー多し。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
小樽フェリーパートから近くてバイクも停められて、良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

SAETBYEOL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

즐거운곳

친구들과 하룻밤 묵었어요. 일본 특유의 감성이 곳곳에 잘 녹아 있었고 인테리어가 정말 아기자기해요. 아침에 비용을 조금만 추가해서 훌륭한 음식을 먹을 수 있었어요. 그리고 매우 친절해요. 드라이기나 소형 치약이 있었습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

EOJIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast really delicious I felt cozy in Kotatsu 아침밥 맛있고 든든해요 꼭 드세요! 아기자기한 그릇에 차려주시는데 너무 일본 갬성 그잡채 코타츠 있어서 좋았어요 강아지 고양이도 귀여워요 일본 가정집 난방이라 추울 수 있어요

10/10 Excellent

Megumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
宿泊当日、雨が降っていてキャリーケースが濡れた状態で到着しました。タオルを用意して下さり、また拭いて下さり感謝です。また、北海道に行く機会があったら利用したいです。ありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jieun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

또 가고싶은 숙소

관광지랑 거리도 가깝고 위치도 미나미오타루역, 오타루역 사이에 있어서 딱 좋았어요. 위생 상태도 좋고 숙소에 묵는 내내 친절하게 대해주셔서 편하게 지낼 수 있었어요. 그리고 강아지와 고양이가 특히 너무너무 귀여워요. 아침밥도 정말 맛있었습니다!! 다음에도 또 가고 싶어요
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aoi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方はとてもフレンドリーで、こたつやハンモックのある居間がとても心地よかったです。朝ごはんも温かい美味しいものをいただけました。とても満足のいく宿泊になりました！ありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
オーナーが気さくで良かった
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryuuichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
アットホームで快適な宿でした
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

YEWON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
정말 좋았습니다! 혼자 여행와서 쓸쓸하신 분들이 머무시기 좋은 숙소 입니다. 강아지 허그와 고양이 모모가 정말 귀엽고 마유미상의 아침밥이 정말 맛있으며 헬퍼님과 사장님은 친절하시지만 프라이빗한 시간을 매우 존중해주시기 때문에 편안하게 묵고왔습니다 단점이 있다면 목조 건물이라 바닥에서 소리가 나고 언덕 배기에 있어서 눈이 쌓이면 캐리어를 끌고 찾기가 어렵다는 것 정도
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little guesthouse in Otaru. Easy 20 minute flat walk from Otaru station, or a 10 minute walk up a slight hill from Miniami Otaru. Supermarket, convenience stores, and public bathhouse all within 10 minute walk from the hostel. Staff were super friendly and welcoming. Bunk bed was comfortable and spacious. Toilet was a little small and ceiling was quite low in some places, but nothing far from the norm of a traditional Japanese household. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
古民家を改装したホステル。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A warming experience

This was one of the best places I've stayed. The people here are so nice and friendly and make you feel like you're part of their little family in the house. It almost feels like a homestay experience. One time I missed the last train so I returned the next morning and they were all worried about me. The place is very clean and has all the amenities you need. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Luz A.

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

A cozy place

The hostel has "character" and I really liked it. I think a cup of tea in the morning would be great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

あっとほーむ

民家の中に普通にある民宅という感じ とても温かみがあり、よかったです
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Sangyup

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
혼자서 오타루에 1박묵었습니다 경험한 바로는 오타루관광지보다 여기가 더 기억에 남네요. 하코다테에서 오타루온다고 저녁늦게 도착해서 들어가자마자 주인분이 캐리어를 들어주시고 친절히 안내해주셨습니다. 인테리어는 너무 좋았고 일본가정집이었습니다. 여러 만화책도 있어서 좋았고 날씨 좋은 밤에 거실에서 보는 바깥풍경은 너무 좋더군요. 거기다 고양이 모모와 개 하쿠짱 귀여웠습니다... 뭔가 1박하기엔 아깝다는 느낌이 들더군요.(뭐 오타루 둘러보니 그렇게 크게 볼건 없었지만..) 난방이 좀 안되는터라 추웠습니다. 겨울엔 오는건 좀 별로일것 같네요. 마지막으로 주인장님 가실때 사진찍어주시고 아침 조식을 해주신 마유미씨 잘 먹었습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
本当にいいホステルです。おすすめです。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

HAEUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

최고의 숙소

남자친구와 같이갔는데 가장 기억에남는 장소가 될거같아요 조식은 꼭 드시길 추천드림
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

DKP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family house

Comfortable and very cozy cat and dog are very friendly i will be back again next time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

SangHyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

추천합니다!

오타루 시내와 상당히 떨어져 있음에도 불구하고 숙소가 일본 가정집과 매우 유사하게 꾸며져있어 충분히 매력적으로 다가오는 멋진 숙소였습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

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