Title: Couch Potato Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Couch Potato Hostel Hostel in Matsumoto, a short walk to Matsumoto Castle ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/0eccec91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/ac557bbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Room, Non Smoking | Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/4af487eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/403248cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/956068d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Matsumoto Castle, Couch Potato Hostel creates a relaxed environment for visitors. Guests appreciate the practical amenities including laundry facilities and bikes available for rent. The hostel provides WiFi access in all rooms for staying connected. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 15 - Oct 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=50570769&PinnedHotelID=50570769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=50570769&PinnedHotelID=50570769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 16 - Oct 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=50570769&PinnedHotelID=50570769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=50570769&PinnedHotelID=50570769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=50570769&PinnedHotelID=50570769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=50570769&PinnedHotelID=50570769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=50570769&PinnedHotelID=50570769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=50570769&PinnedHotelID=50570769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/e65dfeb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Fan Down duvet Blackout curtains Bidet - 388 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/961e9264.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Portable fan Down duvet Bidet Hairdryer - 97 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ![Double Room, Non Smoking | Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/d3445833.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Fan Down duvet Blackout curtains Bidet - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Japanese Style Double Room, Non Smoking | Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/5edbdcdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Double Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Fan Down duvet Blackout curtains Bidet - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Futon ![Japanese Style Triple Room, Non Smoking | Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/29ffd1f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Triple Room, Non Smoking 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Fan Down duvet Blackout curtains Bidet - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Futons ![Family Room, Non Smoking | Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/4af487eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Non Smoking 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Fan Down duvet Blackout curtains Bidet - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed ![Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50580000/50570800/50570769/e65dfeb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Quadruple Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Portable fan Down duvet Bidet Hairdryer - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Beds OR 2 Large Single Bunk Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatsumoto-Hotels-Couch-Potato-Hostel.h50570769.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatsumoto-Hotels-Couch-Potato-Hostel.h50570769.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.23592%2C137.97124&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=b35YopC7WXYbzmC_COq-TnfyevM=) 4-9-3 Ote, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-0874 #### What's nearby - Matsumoto Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Matsumoto City Museum of Art - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Matsumoto Performing Arts Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Alps Park Matsumoto - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles - Asama Hot Spring - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles #### Getting around - Matsumoto Station - 16 min walk - Shin Shimashima Station - 25 min drive - Nagoya (NKM-Komaki) - 173 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪和食そば処 たかぎ - ‬2 min walk - ‪深酒 - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Storyhouse Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪Asian Station - ‬2 min walk - ‪バーデン バーデン (Baden-Baden) - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Couch Potato Hostel Hostel near Matsumoto Castle Couch Potato Hostel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free bike hire, books and smoke-free property Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Heating and portable fans - 2 bathrooms with showers and bidets - Communal kitchens, full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Premium Twin Room, Non-Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48610000/48604400/48604322/51ec8a3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### THE CELECTON Matsumoto Matsumoto - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Parking available 8.4 Very good 1,009 reviews £37 9 Nov - 10 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=48604322&PinnedHotelID=48604322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44220000/44218900/44218897/b47fbbe7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi Matsumoto - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 8.4 Very good 394 reviews £53 4 Nov - 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Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 619 reviews £91 9 Nov - 10 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=10630722&PinnedHotelID=10630722&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Things to do - Books - Free bicycle rentals ### Family friendly - In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer - In-room microwave - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Communal living room - Smoke-free property - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Down comforter ### Bathroom - 2 shared bathrooms - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Food and drink - Blender - Cleaning supplies - Coffee grinder - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Freezer - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Griddle - Hob - Microwave - Paper towels - Rice cooker - Shared kitchen access - Spices - Toaster ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Electrical adapters - Heating (climate-controlled) - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Laundry detergent - Portable fan - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Towels fee: JPY 100 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 Couch Potato Hostel Matsumoto Couch Potato Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Couch Potato Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Matsumoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Couch Potato Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Couch Potato Hostel? > Couch Potato Hostel doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Couch Potato Hostel? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Couch Potato Hostel? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Couch Potato Hostel located? > Situated in the historical district, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Yohashira Shrine and Matsumoto Castle. Nawate-Dori and Kurassic are also within 5 minutes. Matsumoto Station is 16 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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