Stayed here as a solo traveler.
I was drawn to the fact that they had a women-only room, and that gave me the push I needed for my first hostel experience.

And honestly — if all guesthouses were like Hostel Knot, I’d definitely want to stay in one again! It was such a lovely place where I had a truly meaningful and memorable time.

I didn’t use the kitchen or showers, but the room, restroom, sink area, and common floor were all super clean and comfortable. I also really appreciated that there was a women-only restroom, and that the beds had a hair iron and a lockable shelf — such nice touches! (For the onsen, I went to Hakoyu, which is just a short walk away — and it was also really clean and lovely!)

Near the front desk, there’s a cozy common space with handmade travel guides — you can tell the staff put a lot of care into creating them. There’s also a message notebook and some board games. Next time, I’d love to spend more time relaxing there or up on the rooftop. The rooms and shared spaces were really quiet, and I was able to get a great night’s sleep. There are a few places to eat during the day, and at night, there are izakayas within walking distance that stay open until around midnight — so finding food wasn’t a problem at all. (There are also a few vending machines nearby.) And last but not least — the staff at the front desk were incredibly kind and welcoming.

I will definitely stay here again when I come back to Shuzenji. Thank you very much.