Budget Hostels from S$60

By going with a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and use more of your budget for sightseeing during your stay.

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

Ready to book a hostel? These ones get the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start: Matsubaya Guesthouse - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Shinanoomachi Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Guest room Furusatomura Kogeikan - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a bar. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. The rainiest months in Omachi are July, August, September and June, with each month seeing an average of 239 mm of rainfall.

In general, Omachi is known for its skiing, parks and museums. Major attractions include Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area. Get out into nature with places such as Omachi Onsen-kyo, Lake Kizaki and Lake Aoki. Cultural attractions include Omachi Energy Museum, Shiki Theater Museum and Sake Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in Omachi on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Matsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto), located 24.9 mi (40.2 km) from the city centre. Another option is Toyama (TOY), located 34.2 mi (55 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. If you're hoping to check out more of the surrounding area, head over to Shinanoomachi Station to take a train.