Title: NOVELS - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # NOVELS Hostel in Komoro with a coffee shop and a restaurant ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114800000/114798000/114797924/b0cb0ad2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114800000/114798000/114797924/397c93d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114800000/114798000/114797924/9761067d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114800000/114798000/114797924/8c1938a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114800000/114798000/114797924/1abc4371.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and a bar at NOVELS. Be sure to enjoy a meal at NOVELS, the on-site café. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Bar - Kitchen - Laundry - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 19 - Nov. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=114797924&PinnedHotelID=114797924&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=114797924&PinnedHotelID=114797924&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 20 - Nov. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=114797924&PinnedHotelID=114797924&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=114797924&PinnedHotelID=114797924&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=114797924&PinnedHotelID=114797924&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=114797924&PinnedHotelID=114797924&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=114797924&PinnedHotelID=114797924&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=114797924&PinnedHotelID=114797924&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114800000/114798000/114797924/1f8b7376.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, City View 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator Hair dryer Microwave Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils - 226 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Futon ![Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114800000/114798000/114797924/0e4ae2bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator 2 bathrooms Hair dryer Microwave Stovetop - 474 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Futon ![Basic Triple Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114800000/114798000/114797924/6f87d111.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Triple Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator 2 bathrooms Hair dryer Microwave Stovetop - 110 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114800000/114798000/114797924/9761067d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator 2 bathrooms Hair dryer Microwave Stovetop - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Futon ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114800000/114798000/114797924/3c5359e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator 2 bathrooms Hair dryer Microwave Stovetop - 474 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Futon ![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.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKomoro-Hotels-NOVELS.h114797924.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKomoro-Hotels-NOVELS.h114797924.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%7C36.32765%2C138.42340&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MZZ3ffMXZuHtr3hzQ0YTXrEfHWk=) 2-1-3 aioichou, Komoro, Nagano, 384-0025 #### What's nearby - Komoro Community Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Kaikoen Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Ruins of Komoro Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Honmachi Machiyakan - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Koyama Keizo Art Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km #### Getting around - Sakudaira Station - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪亀や - ‬1 min walk - ‪山野草 - ‬2 min walk - ‪はらだ HARADA - ‬1 min walk - ‪天婦羅割烹 懐 - ‬1 min walk - ‪笊蕎麦 刻 - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### NOVELS Hostel in the city center At NOVELS, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at NOVELS, the on-site café. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - Coworking spaces and meeting rooms Room features All guestrooms at NOVELS feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - NOVELS ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Business services - Coworking space - Meeting rooms ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Laundry detergent ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: JPY 400 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 9 are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-in fee: JPY 400 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM 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, 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; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this 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 NOVELS Komoro NOVELS Hostel/Backpacker accommodation NOVELS Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Komoro ## Frequently asked questions ### Is NOVELS pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at NOVELS? > As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NOVELS on Nov 25, 2025 start from CA $116.88, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Komoro-Hotels-NOVELS.h114797924.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > This hostel doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at NOVELS? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM– 10:00 PM for a fee of JPY 400. ### What time is check-out at NOVELS? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is NOVELS located? > Located in the heart of Komoro, this hostel is steps from Toson Shimazaki Historic Sites, Komoro Community Garden, and Honmachi Machiyakan. Kaikoen Garden and Ruins of Komoro Castle are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## NOVELS Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Amenities ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Akira Jul 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel was a very nice stay with friendly staff, clean and new surroundings. I would like to go back again. ##### Akira Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### kanako Nov 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 全体的に清潔だった。他の口コミにもあるとおり、朝食が美味しい。 女子ドミしかわからないが、専用のトイレがあり、シャワーが２つあって、カーテンで仕切られているため安心できた。 残念なのは、２階の共有スペースは男性と一緒だが、寒い外のスペースが広くて座れる場所があまりなく、朝はカフェオープンまで混み合った。スリッパを脱ぐ場所が狭く、燃えるゴミのゴミ箱もないため、朝は脱ぎ捨てた使い捨てスリッパが散らかっていた。 カフェ利用と若者ならおすすめです。布団が薄く、部屋も圧迫感を感じ、ある程度稼げるようになったら駅近の温泉付きの宿がいいかなと思いました。 ##### kanako Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### 北野 Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities スタッフの笑顔が素敵でした ##### 北野 Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Myo Ma Ma Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 最高でした。 ##### Myo Ma Ma Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### RINKO Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 設備が新しく綺麗でした。また、布団が快適で寝心地が良かったことにも満足しています。ただ、貴重品を保管出来る場所がなかったので、鍵付きロッカーを利用できると良いなと感じました。 ##### RINKO Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 改善点はあるが、全体的には良い 駅から近く、オシャレな感じ。スーパーやコンビニにも近くて便利。洗面所やシャワールームも清潔で、シャワーベッドは3種類に変えられ、シャンプーなどもeco storeので身体に良い。キッチンもあり、無料の麦茶とおやつがある。スタッフもフレンドリー。 ただ、布団に数本髪の毛が落ちていた。布団は自分で敷かないといけず、枕カバーは、カバーではなく、ただ布を枕に置くだけ。 また、エレベーターがないので、大きい荷物はフロントで預かってもらえるが、必要なものを毎回取り出すのが面倒。しかも、フロントは21時まで。 また、ドミトリー内に棚はあるが、鍵付きのロッカーがない。大抵カプセルホテルでも、個人の鍵付きロッカーはあるので、これは直して欲しい。 軽井沢に日帰りで行くにも便利。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TOSHIAKI Aug 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### スタッフの対応がとても良い スタッフの対応がよかったです。 ただ、部屋のエアコンが寒すぎてよく寝られなかったです。布団を被ると暑いし、剥ぐと寒いと言う感じ。 朝、他の人がいなくなってから温度を少し上げたら快適でした。 ##### TOSHIAKI Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SACHI Oct 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### SACHI Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nakaki Sep 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities ##### Nakaki Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### yoshiyuki Aug 14, 2025 ##### yoshiyuki Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ? Aug 3, 2025 ##### ? Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### takao Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### takao Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### ?? Jul 8, 2025 ##### ?? Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Midori Jul 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Midori Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### yuta Jun 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### yuta Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025