Budget Hostels from S$58

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for fun things to do.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but they have three main qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

While you're deciding on somewhere to stay, take a look at this top Hayashima hostel: Okayama Hostel Igusa - Property features include free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers.

The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 7°C. The rainiest months in Hayashima are July, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 196 mm of rainfall.

Overall, Hayashima is known for its parks. Get out into nature with places such as Fukazako Park, Korakuen Garden and Washuzan Hill. Cultural attractions include Ohara Museum of Art, Kurashiki City Art Museum and Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art. Locals like to shop at Mitsui Outlet Park Kurashiki and Aeon Mall Okayama.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Hayashima on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Okayama (OKJ), 10.6 mi (17.1 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Takamatsu (TAK), situated 29.2 mi (46.9 km) away.