Feel Osaka Yu

A lack of available accommodation pushed me to stay in the 20 person female only dorm. I usually avoid large dorm rooms and was dubious about my stay; however, I ended up being pleasantly surprised. The beds were comfy and private due to the design. And while there was not much space in room, there was a baggage storage area, and even a little seating area. The owner was fantastic; offering me loads of advice and help when needed. The shared bathroom was a bit out the way being on the ground floor but there was a nice female only space which was very pleasant- hairdryers, straighteners and curlers were available to use.

Everything! I really like the security of the place too. The atmosphere of the shared common room is super friendly and welcoming. Super relaxing, too. The staff are all brilliant and lovely. They really go above and beyond and take pride in their hostel/ hotel. I couldn't express how grateful I am to have met these lovely people. This place really helps alleviate some stress from the hussle and bussle. Women's only section is super cute, too, both the dorms and the bathroom! Cosy beds, and you get 1 clean towel every day, provided you leave it where they ask so they can replace it. It's a great place to meet some great and interesting people, too, and have great conversations. I definitely recommend staying here. Initially meant to stay 3 nights, but upon arrival and feeling the atmosphere, I extended my stay. A cancellation to happen to come up when I enquired about extending as the women's only was fully booked. The location is great too everything is in walking distance and there are plenty of rickshaws who will offer to show you around.

I stayed two nights in the women’s dorm room and one night in a private room and both were excellent. The rooms were very clean and facilities were really great. Kaz on the front desk was very helpful and accommodating, and not shy to offer suggestions for things to do or places to eat in the area. Location was also very central and within walking distance to major shopping districts, great restaurants, Dontonbori area and Shinsaibashi station. Loved the jam session that they put on every Saturday night - the common space area is filled with musical instruments and guests and encouraged to join in and play - thought this was pretty special and unlike any other hostel experience I’ve had!

Excellent accommodation in an unbeatable location. Highly recommend. Very welcoming, helpful and hospitable hosts Kaz was flexible and prompt with last minute check in arrangements which were our mistake. When we arrived we felt right at home!

In 5 months of travels in Japan, this is my favourite stay! The beds are comfortable and private, the WIFI works perfectly (I had to do a few late night video-meetings) and the quality of everything is exceptional. Feel Osaka Yu is also a great place to meet other fellow travellers and I made quite a few friends while staying there (I have stayed twice so far :) ). There is a cool lounge area, where they have instruments, and where you can chill/read-emails/drink coffe/etc and on Saturdays they have a jam session between 5 and 7 and everyone is welcome to join. I even met people who came over just to check out the vibe and join the music jam. The hotel is run by Kaz and his father and they have the absolute best service and attitude I've ever. They helped me find a camera store that had film that was sold out everywhere, a girl in the hostel they helped her get her international drivers licence sent to the hotel and one day they asked if anyone wanted to try to make traditional Osaka Tako-Yaki and they whipped it up and let everyone try. Amazing, absolutely. This is now my go-to place in Osaka and I 100% recommend you stay here if you are coming to Osaka.