Title: Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6128319&destination=Sagamihara%2C+Kanagawa+Prefecture%2C+Japan&selected=39171002&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel Travelers fuel up at the on-site restaurant before exploring nearby attractions with convenient bike rentals from this welcoming Midori Ward hostel ## Photo gallery for Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel ![Japanese Style Room for 4 People | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel (Sagamihara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39180000/39171100/39171002/5a7502db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Balcony - Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel (Sagamihara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39180000/39171100/39171002/4ce4056b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Staircase - Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel (Sagamihara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39180000/39171100/39171002/e11eb923.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel (Sagamihara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39180000/39171100/39171002/4c4af2ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel (Sagamihara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39180000/39171100/39171002/96dfb841.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel in Midori Ward offers amenities like supervised childcare and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests enjoy free WiFi, bike rentals to explore the area, and can relax in the peaceful garden after dining at the on-site restaurant. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Business services - Laundry room - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 28 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=39171002&PinnedHotelID=39171002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=39171002&PinnedHotelID=39171002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 29 - Mar 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=39171002&PinnedHotelID=39171002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=39171002&PinnedHotelID=39171002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=39171002&PinnedHotelID=39171002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=39171002&PinnedHotelID=39171002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=39171002&PinnedHotelID=39171002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=39171002&PinnedHotelID=39171002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39180000/39171100/39171002/923a40e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39180000/39171100/39171002/a45f2b5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Japanese Style Room for 4 People ![Japanese Style Room for 4 People | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39180000/39171100/39171002/5a7502db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Room for 4 People - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Sagamihara travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sagamihara.dx6128319) [View more Hostels in Sagamihara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sagamihara-Hostels.d6128319-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C35.63245%2C139.20350&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lsZrwsWk8GqnioGoMHMezB5nWZU=) 369-2 Midori-Ku Obara, Sagamihara, Kanagawa, 252-0173 ### What's nearby - ![Meiji Memorial Forest Takao Quasi-National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056332/17af27fe-7cfd-4562-982a-933613cc69a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Meiji Memorial Forest Takao Quasi-National Park 12 min drive \- 2.5 miles - ![The Buddhist temple on Mount Takao in autumn. It is known as Takao-san Yakuo-in Yuki-ji, and most commonly as Yakuo-in. ; Shutterstock ID 702063283; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6233417/1e1379a6-1f36-4ef7-b979-37a0c6c593b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mount Takao 23 min drive \- 4.9 miles - ![日米友好祭](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634016013380/669b4fc9-24b9-44d0-b642-f8828c89f74d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yokota Air Base 46 min drive \- 15.0 miles - ![Sanrio Puroland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6124989/9850fa50-2bf7-4d26-9163-88d602193c9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sanrio Puroland 57 min drive \- 17.5 miles - Lake Sagami Pleasure Forest 10 min drive \- 2.8 miles ### Getting around - Kiyotaki Station 25 min drive - Hachioji Takaosanguchi Station 26 min drive - Tokyo (HND-Haneda) 110 min drive ### Restaurants - 権現茶屋 33 min drive - 十一丁目茶屋 31 min drive - やまびこ茶屋 37 min drive - WILD DINING 12 min drive - 清水茶屋 ## About this property ### Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel Hostel near Mount Takao Consider a stay at Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel and take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and supervised childcare. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Bike hire, tour/ticket information and barbecues - Coffee/tea in reception and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel offer amenities, such as free WiFi. 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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 Cashless transactions are available 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 Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel Sagamihara Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel? ### Where is Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Vanguard Backpackers - Hostel Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 27 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 建物自体は古いですが、気兼ねなくゆっくりできます。 コンビニなどが近くにないので食料は自分で準備しておきましょう。 アルコールを含む飲料、カップ麺などは、当宿舎で販売されています。レトルト食品やパックライスの販売もあればと思います。(もし、あるのもかかわらず見落としてたらごめんなさい。) オーナーが海外体験豊富で興味深い話を聞かせてもらいました。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Na 15 Sept 2019 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities 海外スタッフの方が娘に英語を教えてくれました。また元プロボクサーのオーナーさんが、朝30分ほどトレーニングして下さいます。そのまま近くの川に飛び込みたいくらいでしたが、ちょっと冷たいのでやめました。笑 ##### Na Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel 13 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing! Amazing hospitality and cultured experience! Great for hikers, travelers, explorers and adventurous types of people. A 13 minute walk from a bus stop from Sagamiko station. ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ---