This is a super cool hostel, one of my favorite places to stay in the henro trail so far. Only place so far that's had a "prefer not to say" option for gender on the check-in form, so I would assume the place is queer-friendly. Loved the cozy and chill vibe in the room, common areas and the attached pub. The owner is a young guy who speaks fluent English. There's a bike there too, which I borrowed for free to go to the onsen at the hotel by the sea, recommend that too.