Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining

2.0 star property
Hostel near Dotonbori in Osaka

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1-15-11 Edobori, Nishi-ku, Osaka, Osaka, 550-0002
  • Grand Front Osaka Mall
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Dotonbori
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Osaka Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking (For 3 People, Check in by 10PM) Free Breakfast

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking (For 3 People, Check in by 10PM) Free Breakfast

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking (Check in by 10PM) Free Breakfast

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Amenities Included Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Breakfast (For 3 People)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Amenities Included Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Free Breakfast

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Amenities Included Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Breakfast (For 3 People)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Amenities Included Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Breakfast (For 2 People)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking (For 2 People, Check in by 10PM) Free Breakfast

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room 8 Person, Non-Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Amenities Included Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Free Breakfast

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking (For 2 People, Check in by 10PM) Free Breakfast

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Amenities Included Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Breakfast (For 2 People)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, Check in by 10PM) Free Breakfast

  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons

Family Room 6 Person, Non-Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Free Breakfast

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Osaka

Nishi stay.Your stay at this Nishi hostel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka. Osaka Castle and Nipponbashi are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Orix Theater - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Grand Front Osaka Mall - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Dotonbori - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kyocera Dome Osaka - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Osaka Castle - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Higobashi Station - 3 min walk
  • Watanabebashi Station - 7 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪徐園 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪つけ麺処つぼや 肥後橋店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪陳麻家肥後橋店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪きよし - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪北八方 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining

Hostel near Dotonbori in Osaka
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A nightclub, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining. For a fee, parking is available.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining offers 10 shared accommodations with air conditioning, safes, and rice cookers. These individually decorated accommodations have separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, bidets, and hair dryers. This Osaka hostel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Japanese, Korean

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (JPY 1,800 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 3 shared bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: JPY 1000
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 15 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 15 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: JPY 1800 per night
  • Early check-in fee: JPY 1000 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 15 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Ark Hostel Cafe Dining Osaka
Ark Hostel Cafe Dining
Ark Cafe Dining Osaka
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Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining to the airport?

Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining is 8.8 mi (21-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining.

Does Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining offer free breakfast?

Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining offers free English breakfast every day from 9 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in costs JPY 1000 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for JPY 1800 per night.

Does Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining have a pool?

Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining does not have a pool.

Does Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining have a restaurant?

Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining is home to 最大55名, which features Italian cuisine and light fare.

Does Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining to downtown Osaka?

Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining is 0.4 mi away from Osaka.

Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 499 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 499 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 499 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 499 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 499 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Niko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Traditional Japanese room was a fascinating experience. English breakfast is 3 pieces of toast plus a hot drink, not a cooked breakfast as the term might mean in the UK. Overall a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Maxime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The receptionists were amazing, professional and friendly!! Though if you put your luggage in storage then you can't have access at all time
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marie Chelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

PRAKASH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Great experience while staying in this hotel. Getting lot of Friends
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place

So confortable for a family and the Japanese room so authentic; we’d like to live there!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff

Friendly staff, hostel is clean and has the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay. It would be better if the breakfast time can start earlier at 7:45 or 8 am.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Saurabh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maxime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hostel that is really clean, the beds are big enough and the rooms as well. Would go there next time I go to Osaka
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderfully clean and accommodating hostel. Central to train station and easy to get to many tourist destinations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Staff was helpful and friendly. I stayed in the traditional room and it was awesome!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yurika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely traditional room

Great large traditional Japanese style room,although shared bathroom. Helpful and friendly staff. Recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great affordable stay for the budget traveller

Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hostel in Osaka

Cheap affordable solution if you’re in Osaka. spacious beds and rooms, lots of amenities, Free basic breakfast, clean and easy access to a Subway station. Mattresses are a bit thin though, but that’s with most of the hostels in Japan.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The bed is big and comfy.

Generally, the hostel feels very clean and its staff are all very polite and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Close to the station

The hostel was near the station so it was easy to find but there are pros and cons this was my first rime staying at a hostel so I didn't have any expectations but still ... Pro - The staffs were nice and even asked me which language I prefer or if I need any help around the city - a lot facilities that you can use - fast wi-fi - I didn't know there was a free breakfast (although it was a light meal I appreciate the effort) - the location was in Higobashi which is a walking distance (one stop by subway) to Nishi-Umeda and Osaka station Cons: -when I got to my room, the room has quite a distinct smell to it. (Maybe because it was a mixed room ) - the other guests where quite loud inside the dormitory talking loud and talking on their phones - I often wake up in the middle of the night due to coldness because some guest put the AC at max temperature - you can hear other guest snore because you are basically only separated with a curtain - i was in 4th floor and my area is a bit dirty I don't think they clean it often because when I came in the 3rd floor the toilet was clean and the shower room has lots of space - I wish the shower room has trash can and a place where you can put your things. I was struggling with my stuff because i didn't knowwhere to put it - the biggest con was the bed itself. It was very uncomfortable and couldn't sleep much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

MA ELMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well recommended!

Near Higobashi station, nice WA room( traditional Japanese room) with own “garden”, exceptional staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carl, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed in the Wah room, which was perfect for a family of 5. Very spacious. The shared amenities were clean & always available. The indoor garden provided a pleasant distraction. The cafe was very good & reasonably priced. The location was very convenient to transport & the cafes & restaurants nearby were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laurianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort