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Roots Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with bar/lounge, near Dotonbori

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In the heart of Osaka, Roots Hostel brings together travelers and locals alike with its vibrant bar, cozy coffee shop, and convenient laundry facilities. Connect to in-room WiFi or grab a cooked-to-order breakfast before exploring nearby Kyocera Dome Osaka.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (8)

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Non Smoking (Private Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Non Smoking (Private Room, Amenity included)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1-9-11, Itachibori, Nhishi-ku, Osaka, Osaka, 550-0012

What's nearby

  • Orix Theater - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Amerikamura - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dotonbori - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Dotonbori Glico Sign - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 10 min drive
  • Kobe Airport (UKB) - 26 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 47 min drive
  • Yodoyabashi Station - 19 min walk
  • Sakuragawa Station - 21 min walk
  • Osaka-Namba Station - 22 min walk
  • Hommachi Station - 4 min walk
  • Nishiohashi Station - 6 min walk
  • Yotsubashi Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪スパイス食堂nikki - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪餃子&ビール 541+ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪旨酒楽食 うえの - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪美糸 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe&Grill 穂里館 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Roots Hostel

At Roots Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Tsutenkaku Tower and Spa World are just a 5-minute drive away. Public transportation is just a short walk: Hommachi Station is 4 minutes and Nishiohashi Station is 6 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 500 for adults and JPY 500 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Roots Hostel Osaka
Roots Hostel Osaka
Roots Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Roots Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Osaka

Frequently asked questions

Does Roots Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Roots Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Roots Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Roots Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Roots Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Roots Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Roots Hostel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Dotonbori (0.9 mi) and Nipponbashi (1.6 mi), along with Kyocera Dome Osaka (1.6 mi) and Umeda Sky Building (2.1 mi).

What's the area around Roots Hostel like?

Roots Hostel is in Nishi, a short 4-minute walk from Hommachi Station and 18 minutes' walk from Dotonbori.

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Reviews

Roots Hostel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Good

Decent area, quiet, but the overall cleanliness of the place leaves a lot to be desired.
Andrew, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

We stayed in a 4 dorm, 2 adults and 2 kids, for 4 nights. The hostel was great for us in terms of location, cost, and room space. They serve some amazing lunch and dinner options there too! The hostel was one of the quietest I've ever stayed in and the facilities were all fairly clean and well equipped.
Yvonne, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location and great price. Its still a hostel so you never know who the other guests might be but still deserves 5 Star. Also has an Izakaya Restaurant in the lobby.
Forrest, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was simple and nearby enough to wherever I wanted to go.
Dasimah, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

I like there was a restaurant in the building, staffs spoke English, double deckers were spacious. Overall good hostel.
Noel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good value for unbeatable price. I stayed an additional night because the place was satisfactory. Bathrooms were spotless and cleaned daily, though girls' shower and sink area can start accumulating hair left behind and becoming increasingly dirty as the night goes on. The bed was firm, you could feel the springs, but the sheets were hotel-level clean.
Peggy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is good. But needs just a little bit of dusting but overall i will still recommend. Easy check in and out.
Erica Joyce, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Poor quality bathroom, no soap, bunkmates are loud. Solid location, affordable.
Evan, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Bugs. But cheap

Staff were friendly. But the room setting was weird where there’s no women restroom located in a floor with 2 female dorms. The bed probably have some bugs because I got bit 3 times over the night. Although I did use 2 blankets. Room was small where the luggages is hard to fit. Great location with decent food downstairs. I would have think twice before coming here because of the bugs
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Showers were a little dirty and there were some strange people but other than that not bad I heard you can get better hostels for the same value but still cheap
Christian, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice!
Sayuri, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Narrow space
SU SU, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The lining is clean. All other is dirty. The wall ,The carpet, The bath room.Need major clean and carpet washer and new paint. this is the worst hostel I had stay in Japan.
yuk, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A budget friendly hostel

If you are looking for a budget friendly accommodation, this is a good option for you to put into your consideration. Yet, it is important to keep in mind that: 1) This is not a 5 star hotel, but a hostel. 2) You can have a bunkbed space for yourself as a private space, and other areas are shared. 3) Don't expect to have everything set up for you. (You are responsible for your own bed making) 4) Shampoo and body soap in the bathroom are free of charge to use, but others amenities need to pay for either purchase or rental. Some pros are: a) Amazing water pressure for shower. b) Pretty Quiet c) Couple blocks away from the nearest subway station d) Bed is comfortable e) A restaurant at the reception f) Close to convenience stores g) A budget friendly
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Dirtiest and smelliest hostel I've ever seen

This is one of the most disgusting hostels I've ever seen. Everything smells horrible and there's dust and dirty everywhere you look. I read some bad reviews and thought "how bad can it really be?". It turns out it's really that bad. I tried to talk to the staff about leaving earlier because I really didn't feel comfortable there but I would have gotten no refund so I endured it and stayed for 5 nights. I've been traveling full-time for 5 months and this was by far the worst hostel I've seen.
Andreia, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Like: Clean, friendly staff, easy check-in/out, very comfy bed, some space for putting luggage (not much but still better than some other hostels). Washing machine for free with free detergent coin operated dryer. Can also borrow the umbrella from the hostel if needed. Dislike: the room door was screeching continuously, making me very uncomfortable whenever going in/out since I would disturb others. Hope the hotel fix it soon. Hot water can be on and off in the middle of your shower due to other users. If it happens to be suddenly cold, just let it run for a few more minutes to be hot again. Also, Expedia website says towel will be provided but it wasn't (you have to book the room "amenities included or rent it for 200Y). Should edit this info. Overall enjoyable stay, thank you!

6/10 Good

あの場所でリーズナブルに泊まれるのはありがたかったです。 ただ、私の場合は、万博に行くため、地下鉄本町駅から近い所でここに決めたのですが、宿から地下鉄入り口までより、入ってから乗り場までの方が距離あるんじゃないかってくらい歩いた気がします。 地下鉄本町駅までの距離にウソはないのですが、利用する路線によっては要注意です。
FUMIE, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

シャワーと寝る為のみに利用。 施設の綺麗さやスタッフサービスは値段考えたら相応かと思う。 同室の他の客次第で快適さはかなり変わる。 神経質な人は個室が良い。
AKIHIRO, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

家族で万博の前泊として宿泊しました。大阪としては非常に手ごろな価格で泊まれました。
Yayoi, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

本町にあるため、 梅田や難波良好を計画している方はいいと思います。
MINEOP, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

街の中心にあり鉄道利用に便利な場所です。
KEIZO, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

非常に清潔で、他の宿泊者のマナーも良かったです。
HIDEKI, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

同じフロアにトイレが無いので何か工夫をお願いいたします ラウンジにコーヒー置いてほしい
Manami, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

・立地と価格がとてもよい ・シャワーのお湯がよく出なくなる ・モーニング(有料)がよい ・フロントスタッフがフレンドリー
ちほ, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

バスタオル200円。シャワーの階の共用トイレが汚れていた。2段ベッドのハシゴが登りにくい。値段的に許容できる範囲。
YUKO, 1-night trip