Budget Hostels from S$62

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for going out.

No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.

While you're deciding on a place to stay, have a look at this top Suwa hostel: Chambre d'hôte TATAMI - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Kamisuwa Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities at this property. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.

Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. Average annual precipitation for Suwa is 1515 mm.

Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to explore these things around Suwa. Get out into nature with places such as Suwashi Kohan Park, Tateishi Park and Lake Suwa. Cultural attractions include Sanritsu Hattori Museum of Arts, Taizi Harada Art Museum and Suwa City Art Museum. Visit landmarks such as Takashima Castle, Uehara Castle and Honjin Iwanami House.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Suwa on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Matsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto), 14 mi (22.5 km) away from the city centre. Once you're on the ground, you may want to make use of public transport. If you're looking to explore more of the surrounding area, head over to Kamisuwa Station to take a train.