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Reviews of Hippo Hostel and Cafe Bar This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

544-0031 Osaka Prefecture, Osaka, Ikuno-ku Tsuruhashi 2-11-13, Japan

#100 of 167 B&Bs and inns in Osaka

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 144 hotel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.6

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    8.2

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: August 10, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The lower pods in the bunk room were very small (i am very tall so not an issue for everyone)

    The staff were great people, i spent a lovely evening with almost all of them on my final night.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2025

    7.0
    not a bad hostel
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    kitchen was very dirty, top bunk curtain does not go all the way up so it won't block out light (but bottom bunk was good)

    Cheap, good location, bed and bathroom were clean

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff for sure ! And the vibe

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: November 29, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room was not ideal, 4 people should stay in a 2 person bed and couch pull out bed. Including suitcases/bags this would not have worked well i believe. Thankfully we were only with 3

    Friendly staff

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 21, 2024

    8.0
    Perfect budget spot if you're backpacking or spending the night in the city!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very close to major stations that connect to the main subway line and the Osaka loop. Beds were comfy and bathrooms were clean!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 2, 2024

    8.0
    I stayed one month and the level of cleanliness varied from good to poor. The staff was very nice,
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 29 nights

    The kitchen was just so-so as one of the people taking care of the hostel constantly left a huge mess that made it difficult for anyone to use the kitchen. The hostel is beginning to get a bit rundown because people do not clean it very well--just the minimum.

    The capsule type room was adequate and private. There are little fans you can use in you room to cool things off on humid days. The shared space in the room has air conditioning as well as the kitchen bathroom area and the bar area. The showers where excellent though not always providing towels. There is a terrace on the third floor that was nice to sit at on evenings and cooler days.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2024

    8.0
    Quite far from the center but in a nice area. Very clean and pretty spacious. A lot of stairs.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice place in Korea town. Not close to the center of Osaka but the train station is about 10 min walk. A lot of stairs so not recommended if u have a lot of luggage or not in shape. They have a nice common balcony and a nice little cafe/bar.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice interior design. It gave the hostel a professional and at the same time cozy feeling. But shout out the staff, Especially Eduardo! Really chill and helpful :)

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    7.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 12 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Overall the hostel is clean but not up to Japanese standards. There is dust in the bathroom vents, air conditioning and lights. The shower doors have grime and dead bugs on the ceiling, and the sinks and toilets often smell of sewage. Also, their freezer is too warm - it's warmer than the fridge itself. I bought some frozen food but I had to throw it away. Plus for some reason the staff clean the showers in the evening, which seems impractical. On one occasion I was told I couldn't use the showers because they were still cleaning it at 6pm.

    The room itself was above average for a one star hostel, it was comfortable and spacious. The staff were friendly and the location is excellent

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: February 13, 2024

    8.0
    Good stay. Staff were very kind. Room was clean and necessities were provided (towels for a fee, shampoo, etc). Very wor
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The area for the luggage is like an open space for everyone, so that’s something that should be considered. Nonetheless, the property felt safe and staff were kind so I still felt comfortable leaving my stuff there.

    The property felt very safe, there were locks, a small locker for your personal belongings, a curtain for privacy, had easy access to the subway stations and bus, fast wifi, shower essentials and heater, cafe and bar on the 1F is convenient as well. The hostel was also at the heart of korea town so there were a lot of korean cafes/ restaurants/ stores/ kpop merch around the property.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: December 9, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 11 nights

    Although there were no issues at all with the bedding and sheets (very clean and neat), the little shelf at the end of my bed was dirty, someone left used contact lenses, the bed walls were also a bit dirty... I don't know about other dorms but mine was the mixed dorm on the last floor and I had one of the top beds. The roof is slanted in the room so the top bed do feel spacious (a lot of space in height) which is nice but the curtain only covers half of the bed entrance (height-wise) which meant all the light could come in, especially when someone turned on the bedroom lights. It did affect my sleep (although I figured a way to block out some of the light) but I still had decent stay overall.

    Overall a modern minimal vibe with a cozy cafe/bar on the ground floor. Good showers, sink areas with hair dryers, towel rental. Equipped kitchen with fridge and freezer. The mattress was comfy, also had a small light and a plug. 5 min walk from a Family Mart convenience store and a few minutes walk from the Korea town area. Friendly young staff :)

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 27, 2023

    8.0
    a nice Hostel in an interesting neighbourhood
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights

    sometimes a bit chilly in the dorm beside the terrace during the evenings, i recommend to bring a pair of warm socks, a neckwarmer and maybe an extra blanket to avoid catching a cold.

    nice Hostel with friendly staff, the common room is a cafe, very cozy, it was very clean and the staff was very helpful (i reported a faulty hairdryer and it got replaced with a new one very quickly). i liked the neighbourhood, it is near Koreatown and the Metrostation is easily reached by foot.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 26, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 25, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • 2 Bunk Beds in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    How friendly and helpful the staff was.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 6, 2023

    8.0
    Definitely a good hostel to stay at, if you're in Osaka
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    friendly staff, the roof was nice and it was real clean

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 12, 2023

    7.0
    Sooo good!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stuffs are very kind and Staying at this hostel was very good!!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 6, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Near train station , 3 station to namba station

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 16 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A bit messy, but that's fine for this price

    Really friendly people and my own space

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2023

    8.0
    Very good. Nice price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Kindness and atmosphere

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 28 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I really enjoyed how accommodating the staff at the hostel were, as well the staff were very friendly and personable. The facilities were good, and the fact they have a clothes washer was amazing. The bottom bunks are the better option if you have the choice.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2023

    8.0
    This hostel is worth your money
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The staff were friendly and very accommodating. Our room is clean. I like that the location of the hostel in near the train station. It saved us time in going around Osaka.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the kitchen was not very clean most of the times and the soundproofing was really bad.

    The staff was mainly international doing work and travel so it was easy meeting people. The beds were quite comfy and the cleanlyness was generally okey. Good wifi and good location.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2023

    8.0
    It was nice, terrace was cozy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Sink smelled like sewer a bit

    staff was so nice and friendly, really close to the city centre

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2023

    7.0
    I only stated two nights but liked the area more the more I explored it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was quite hard to find arriving at night - would recommend arriving in the day. Smaller than other hostels I stayed in but basic facilities available.

    Friendly staff and interesting market and station near by.

    Stayed in April 2023

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