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Reviews of The Kitchen Hostel Ao 1 stars

900-0015 Okinawa, Naha, Kumoji 1-4-1, Japan

#7 of 161 hotels in Naha

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Review score

Based on 345 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    10
    Well designed dormitory! The sound ambience lacks clang/squeak of metal lockers & shower noise.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

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    The Dormitory: I've been hosteling since 1980, probably 200-300 hostels. This hostel dorm is well designed, quality materials, ample capacity of sinks, showers. Wood lockers are quiet, bunk shelves, superior shower plumbing, toiletries I've never seen in a hostel.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    10
    Relaxing, Tropical-themed Hostel in a Central Location in Naha
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    I wish the lights in the bed areas were brighter. Sometimes, I felt they were a little too dim for my liking, but still usable. Also, they change the passcode to the dorms every day, so you have to remember to get the new passcode each day you are there. No other hostel I stayed at changed things that frequently. I suppose it is for safety reasons, but it may be a little excessive.

    This hostel is spacious and has lockers that are quite large in length. There are plenty of shower and restroom areas, so you'll never have to wait, and they are standard for most Japanese hostels. The tropical vibe is fun, and I appreciated the areas for hanging wet bathing suits and towels. Although I didn't have a chance to try them, it seems like they have e-scooters available for rent for the day. The location is close to the bus terminal, which is super handy if you want to buy a pass or catch a bus to places like American Village or any other location outside of Naha. Okinawa, in general, is more car-centric, so although you can reach places by bus, it will take some time. There are various shopping centers nearby, Kokusai-dori is within walking distance, and Naminoue Beach is less than a 20-minute walk away. Plenty of dining options are also nearby. Overall, I think the location is perfect for Naha. It was a relaxed stay and quite an affordable accommodation.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My stay was too short!

    The location was perfect, close to the Main Street and the bus terminal. You also have Lawson, family mart and 7 eleven 1 minute walking distance. The staff was really nice and they serve breakfast for a really cheap price. The hostel in general was very clean, I really enjoyed my stay!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing hostel! Very comfortable and clean with lots of facilities. The staff are friendly and the cafe downstairs is a great place to chill. Breakfast for just 500¥. I would 100% recommend staying here if you’re looking for somewhere affordable and comfortable in Naha!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    10
    Convenient and pleasant place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed is hard.

    Very private, clean and spacious. Many toilets, showers and leisure areas. Close to the Kokusai-dori but not too close to hear the noice. Security is next level.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    9.0
    Great Facility
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Laundry was broken and I asked staff about it but they didnt respond they said the staff is coming but no one showed up.

    I really love their facilities. This is the best hostel i've ever been with regards to their facilities. People are nice.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    10
    Definitely I will stay there again if I visit Okinawa is best place to stay ever
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Light at night , was so bright even curtains still light get inside but was not a big deal

    Staff are so friendly and Very helpful,location was perfect and very convenient 2 convenient store almost 2 minutes away from the Kitchen I love it

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    9.0
    Amazing hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great place and great location !! The staff was really nice !! I had such a great time :)

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I like how clean, safe, and comfortable the place is. It is also close to Kokusai Dori and train station.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    Best option in Naha
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cramped common areas as it had to be shared with the coffee/bar.

    Prime location in Naha and very good value for the comfort and amenities provided.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    10
    Great.
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None.

    All?Great.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    9.0
    Good experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little expensive compared to other hostels but it worth the price

    Front desk service is the best thing I liked!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi isn’t great. Females in mixed dorm need to use the female only dorm wash area. Only a toilet available in the mixed dorms for women and not even a sink to wash your hands afterwards. It means you must go through two coded doors (both of which change daily) every time you need to use the sinks/toilets/showers. Annoying. Should just have it males only and female only if the facilities cannot be used. Would stay again but in the female only dorm. Other than that a very pleasant stay.

    A good hostel. Clean, has coin laundry available. Big lockers away from the bed space so not disturbed by people’s bags as much.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    10
    Nice cosy hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing :)

    The location, the amenities in the bathroom, the place was kept very clean and the fact that the lockers are outside of the room in their own space so you don't make any noise when you or others are packing. The beds are also comfortable if you like a firm mattress which I do :) when you close your curtain it's also dark enough to sleep and it feels cosy

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    10
    Had an excellent time!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    I wish towels were provided, but you could rent them for very cheap. They were around 100 yen, which is less than one US dollar. You are also not allowed to eat food or drink alcohol inside the dorm area, although you could drink non alcoholic beverages inside the dorm. There was a space outside of the dorm to eat though.

    Everything exceeded my expectations! The staff was very kind and the accommodation was clean and well kept. The location was also very good, it is close to a monorail station and a big bus stop.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The only thing that was difficult was that nobody spoke English apart from one person. So you couldn't really ask anything.

    It is a great a hostel, one of the best I've ever been. It was incredible how they managed to keep everything clean. Because everyone had their own capsule, it was surprisingly quiet and you had the feeling of privacy despite being in a hostel. There were enough showers and toilets. You also had your privacy in the shower. There was really good shampoo and shower gel. In addition, everyone had a lockable locker where you could lock up not only your valuables but also your entire suitcase. The location is also great. There are several konbinis nearby and Kokusai Dori Street is also within walking distance.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location close to Metro and the popular shopping street. Very clean and comfy beds, concept of big lockers is great. Nice staff, but most of them don't speak any English, so it's not easy to communicate as a foreigner or get any recommendations on what to do and where to go.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    9.0
    This was the first hostel I have ever stayed at, and I was very impressed!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This was the first hostel I have ever stayed at, and I was very impressed with the cleanliness, amenities, and service! The sleeping areas were comfortable and private, and their was ample space for guests to bathe and get ready. The breakfast was also a very good deal for the price and included a variety of good foods! The decor was also fresh and modern, and the smell of the facilities was very fresh and nice!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good spot, close to the main drag, big sleeping area, a lot of people in one big room, but all good, they change pin to enter sleeping area everyday, place is nice n clean, bed is comfy.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Locker although my big luggage cannot fit in(almost)

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    9.0
    Great value. Big lockers, spacious bed and many showers/toilets/Washing machines, but some noisy cleaner staff t
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some showers take a long time to get hot and some cleaner staff were really loud during morning cleanings, making me feel they were really disrespectful to whom was still resting.

    First hostel with a bigger locker to keep all your luggages and spacious bed. Many showers and toilets, as Washing machines. First time I didn’t need to wait in line for all of them. Great value.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    10
    Awesome hostel that I've returned to twice now. Could not recommend this one more highly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Well positioned location near to two very central monorail stations. Very good common area with plenty of space and helpful staff. Great lockers. Good shower facilities and toilets. Comfortable spacious pods.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    9.0
    excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    no spot for drying towels was a little bit confusing

    central, nice facilities

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    10
    Fantastic value for money and great/comfortable/spacious "capsule" rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Clean, comfortable location. Big lockers for luggage. Good common areas. Clean bathrooms and showers.

    Stayed in January 2024

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