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Reviews of HIBARI GUESTHOUSE 1 stars

982-0004 Miyagi, Sendai, Taihaku-ku Higashionoda 2-10, Japan

#17 of 114 hotels in Sendai

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 86 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    7.5

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    9.0
    Lovely guesthouse
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    If you aren't renting a car, location is a bit out of the way, 10-15 minutes walk from the train station, and a 10 minute train ride to downtown Sendai. You are in a residential area, which is nice because it's very peaceful and quiet, but there isn't much around other than a couple grocery and convenience stores.

    Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Common area is very clean and spacious, love the vibe with the mostly wooden interior. Good amenities - shower, washer, cooking area w/ utensils, fridge to store your groceries, snacks and beverages (for a fee), etc. Definitely worth the price, overall would highly recommend!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff was really nice got lots of recommendations

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything about it. The workers were nice, there was free tea, water, coffee, syrup, sugar.... You could also buy or rent toiletries that you forgot to bring. The worker turned the lights off at 10 so it was easy to sleep. The beds were comfortable. The place was really nice.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Feels like home! The staff is so friendly

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    Awesome stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Okba was really friendly. The hostel was clean with all the necessities (fridge, water, sufficient toilets) and sensible lights out time. Location is also 8min from Train station, with delicious Tempura and Cheesecake store nearby

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Overall, it was a good experience, the place is cozy and clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The bed and pillows are not comfortable and the path to the location is very dark at night since it is located in a neighborhood.

    Very nice and friendly staff and the place was clean and cozy.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The staff welcomed me warmly, and I enjoyed interacting with her and other guests in the lounge. The room was clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Semi Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were great and very welcoming, The facilities were very clean. We stayed in the semi-double room and it was great.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    9.0
    Comforting
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was nice, a little far from the city but not too bad. The free coffee and tea were a nice bonus. The place itself was very comfortable and relaxing. The staff was really friendly and helpful

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommended it was 10-15min walk near the train station.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was very lucky because I booked for a female dormitory but it turns out like a solo room because I the beds are vacant..the accomodation feels like home and the staff was very accomodating and hospitable. Thank you 😌

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Only one shower room and no hot shower if it's late at night

    basic facilities are well maintained and clean, free flow of coffee and tea, the staff were nice and helpful too! I came late at night and was asked to pay in cash although the payment with my credit card has been locked by Booking.com. So there was misunderstanding during check-in but the following day when I was about to pay in card, the cleaning staff was very helpful even with limited English, she helped to call the manager on duty who spoke English well to arrange my payment in card. Everything was settled smoothly :)

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    10
    Perfect perfect perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was perfect!!! Extremely comfortable, extremely convenient! And good that there was parking space! It was always clean and because we booked during the week, we got super lucky and we got the female dorm to ourselves! Staff was extremely warm and welcoming and accomodating!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    One bathroom/shower. No issue during my stay as there were only a handful of guests but would be frustrating when it is a full house.

    Staff were 10/10. Great coffee. Good kitchen. Nice size fridge freezer. Comfortable beds. Privacy curtains. Dorm is OK size, and there's a toilet within the dormitory. The guesthouse is located in front of the train tracks so if you are a light sleeper I suggest using ear plugs. Otherwise a quiet area. It is far from the station and city centre and anyone who books this guesthouse should know that already. Walking distance to two big supermarkets.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Awesome staff, very helpful and nice. Clean and comfortable accommodation. Would definitely stay again. Thank you!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    9.0
    Nice new building, lovely host
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is a bit if a walk (about 15 min) from Taishido station, which is fine without luggages, a bit of a pain with. The shared fridge is a bit weird, it's got a lot of space for freezer, but the fridge itself is quite small, I struggled to fit all my food. There are only 2 showers, maybe when the hostel is full it's not enough; however there weren't many guests when I stayed, so this wasn't a problem. The doors of the dorm rooms don't have a locker. Didn't have any issues with noise from the other guests, however the train tracks are indeed close and one can hear the trains.

    The building is modern and well kept, the host is super lovely and speaks good English. The female dorm accommodate for 8 people, but both nights I stayed there, we were only 4, which was nice. Beds are roomy and comfy, there's night lamps, curtains for privacy and a shelf to put your belongings on. Aircon and 1 toilet in the room, small lockers also available, and space to store your larger bags. Fully equipped kitchen for guests use, coffee, tea and cold water available at all times. There are 3 large super markets close by.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff is very friendly and the guesthouse is really clean. I feel at home everytime I come here.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    10
    Very good place. Kind staff, clean and tidy space. A bit far from things, but still very good price.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 11 nights

    The location is not the best; closest subway station is a 25 min walk. But, it is still very good for the price.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A cool house and warm helpful staff! It's a bit away from the center itself but very well connected by train from the main Sendai station and easy to find.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is not so good if you don't have a care. Too expensive for the amount of people in the room.

    Staff is friendly and guesthouse is clean.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The guesthouse is a bit far from the station.

    The guesthouse is very well organized and managed. Everything was clean and the staff was welcoming.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms larger than expected. Easy check in.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    10
    Best hostel in Sendai with wonderful hosts :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This hostel feels more like a home than a hotel. Super clean, helpful, good-quality, and with the best staff ever ;) You will find yourself going back again and again. Thank you!!!!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2023

    9.0
    Good price and Very clean!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was very clean and the beds were comfortable. It wasn't too far from the station about a 10-minute walk, and the water for the shower had good pressure and was very hot! it's also very near to Sendai so that was convenient. Check-in was easy and the reception was incredibly friendly.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Semi Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The only real issue was that the hostess was having a BBQ outside and seemed to be somewhat tipsy/drunk. While I don't really have an issue with that, it felt a little like we were intruding or pulling her away from the fun while we checked in. I'm sure she didn't actually feel that way but it was definitely a bit of a bizzare/uncomfortable experience checking in like that.

    A very reasonably priced option in Sendai with everything you would need for staying a night in the area. A nice shower area and about a 10 minute walk from a train station that connects you to the JR Sendai station. Rooms were comfortable and the hostess had fantastic English. Options to pay for additional amenities and goods was helpful too.

    Stayed in June 2023

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