Guesthouse U-En - Hostel puts you in the centre of Osaka, 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Orix Theater and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Kyocera Dome Osaka. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Fukushima hostel include Tsutenkaku Tower and Universal Studios Japan.
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Guesthouse U-En - Hostel also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.
This Osaka hostel is smoke free.
1 building
8 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Built in 1910
Deli
Coffee in lobby
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
No smoking on site
Microwave in a common area
Fridge in a common area
Locker space
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Guesthouse U-En - Hostel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. Beds feature down duvets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Languages
English, Japanese
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Lockers
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Down comforter
Bathroom
3 shared bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Air conditioning
Electrical adapters
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Laundry detergent
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property does not allow late check-in or late check-out.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–300 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. The tax does not apply to nightly rates under JPY 7,000. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB International. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
What is the cancellation policy at Guesthouse U-En - Hostel?
Guesthouse U-En - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Guesthouse U-En - Hostel?
No, Guesthouse U-En - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Guesthouse U-En - Hostel?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Guesthouse U-En - Hostel?
Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are pets allowed at Guesthouse U-En - Hostel?
No, pets are not allowed.
Guesthouse U-En - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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A fantastic hostel to start my trip on. The staff were friendly, helpful, and spoke decent English. They have maps and guides for the surrounding area, so you’ll know all the restaurants and train stations around you. Very accessible, as it is within walking distance of a train station, even with a large suitcase. It’s also handy having the cafe on the main floor with a great breakfast and coffee!
This cozy hostel was perfect for my trip to Osaka. The manager was so obliging and caring. The bed was cozy and comfortable - showers were great. No complaints.
It's a short 5 min walk from the train and subway stations. This place is in the heart of where all the delicious small Japanese restaurants that are frequented by locals. Staff was helpful and friendly - often ready to help.
The staff were so amazingly friendly and accommodating. And genuinely interested in what I had planned around Osaka. They also had some nice tips and advice for traveling the area. The room/bunks were decently sized, the only downside was it can get a bit warm in those bunks, but there was a window we opened which helped. The location and staff and accommodations of the hotel itself are all incredible. I’ll be coming here again on my next trip for sure!
This hostel was not a good fit for me. The bottom bunk was so low that I was unable to sit up in it. The sinks were in an open space in the middle of the hostel. There were many low beams throughout the hostel. Towel rental is 100 yen a towel. However, the showers were hot and it was approximately a 15 minute walk to Osaka station, so those things were nice.
The staff really make the stay, they are incredibly friendly and helpful. i was able to leave my bags after I checked out and even came back early afternoon to charge my phone. The capsule I stayed in was nice and clean. It was quiet at night, so I didn’t have any problems sleeping.
This hotel is in a quiet area with no much to do around but it's perfectly connected to the action, so definitely recommended to save some money.
The staff is super friendly and the hotel and room have everything you need. It's a small guest house though, so don't expect a super spacious place but it gives you that warmness kind of feeling due to its size, you feel like at home.
Wifi is not good at all, I struggled the whole day but the rest of the amenities are quite good.
Eduardo
8/10 Good
Mark, Australia
14 June 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice guest house
Typical guest house, clean tidy, basic and small. Staff were good, if you want dinner in the cafe/restaurant make sure you book.
Mark
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
21 May 2016
Liked: Staff & service
Very well situated location
The private room we had didn't suit a person with any form of dust allergies. There was no windows and the tatami matting in such a situation doesn't air well. The space overall was really good - though the over-enthusiastic eco-timer on the toilet lights meant you had to wave a hand above your head about every 15 or so seconds or else contemplate in the dark.
Had a blast here. The staff is super helpful and the feel of this place is so cool. Highly recommend it. The downstairs cafe is meh but the hostel is smack in the middle of one of the best food scenes in Osaka so getting a bite ain't no thang. Great place to meet new friends as well. Super conducive to conversations with fellow travelers. book it!
Verified traveller
8/10 Good
Cleaver2016, England
17 Mar 2016
Liked: Staff & service
Good hostel
The room was sized as per their website which was good. The common room was large and had tea and coffee readily available which we appreciated. There is 1 washing machine and 1 dryer located in the common room which was useful and only cost 100¥ each. The downside of this hostel is that noise really does carry and none of the rooms are that far from the common room which meant people talking in the common room till midnight kept us awake.