Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining puts you a short five-minute drive from Dotonbori and features a nightclub and a rooftop terrace. Guests can visit the outdoor tennis courts for a workout or grab a bite to eat at æ大55å, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Public transportation is only a short walk: Higobashi Station is 3 minutes and Hommachi Station is 11 minutes.
Languages
English, Japanese, Korean
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (15 years old and younger) are not allowed
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Uncovered on-site self-parking (JPY 1800 per night)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast each morning 9 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Library
Television in common areas
Nightclub
Outdoor tennis court
Lockers available
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Slippers
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Freshen up
3 bathrooms
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Bidet
Hairdryer
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Rice cooker
Toaster oven
Cookware, dishes and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Shared accommodations
Special features
Dining
Æ大55å – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–300 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. The tax does not apply to nightly rates under JPY 7,000. 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
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of JPY 1000 (subject to availability)
Parking
Uncovered self-parking costs JPY 1800 per night
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.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining?
Yes. Self-parking costs JPY 1800 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge of JPY 1000 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy amenities such as a nightclub and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining?
Yes, æ大55å offers Italian cuisine.
What's the area around Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining like?
Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining is in Nishi, a short 3-minute walk from Higobashi Station and 17 minutes' walk from Osaka Station City.
Ark Hostel & Cafe Dining Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
24 January 2020
I really enjoyed the okonomiyaki food event that they put on! It was really enjoyable and such a great way to meet other people staying at the hostel!
Izik
Izik, 5-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 January 2020
Niko
Niko, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 January 2020
Traditional Japanese room was a fascinating experience. English breakfast is 3 pieces of toast plus a hot drink, not a cooked breakfast as the term might mean in the UK. Overall a good stay
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
30 September 2019
The receptionists were amazing, professional and friendly!! Though if you put your luggage in storage then you can't have access at all time
Maxime
Maxime, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2019
Marie Chelle
Marie Chelle, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
4 August 2019
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 July 2019
Amazing
Great experience while staying in this hotel. Getting lot of Friends
PRAKASH
PRAKASH, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 June 2019
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3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 May 2019
Amazing place
So confortable for a family and the Japanese room so authentic; we’d like to live there!!!
Antonio
Antonio, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 May 2019
Friendly staff
Friendly staff, hostel is clean and has the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay. It would be better if the breakfast time can start earlier at 7:45 or 8 am.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2019
Saurabh
Saurabh, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 March 2019
Good hostel that is really clean, the beds are big enough and the rooms as well. Would go there next time I go to Osaka
Maxime
Maxime, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 February 2019
Wonderfully clean and accommodating hostel. Central to train station and easy to get to many tourist destinations.
Jared
Jared, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 January 2019
Great stay! Staff was helpful and friendly. I stayed in the traditional room and it was awesome!
Verified traveller
6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 January 2019
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 December 2018
Yurika
Yurika, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
9 December 2018
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2018
Lovely traditional room
Great large traditional Japanese style room,although shared bathroom.
Helpful and friendly staff.
Recommended
gary
gary, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 October 2018
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 October 2018
Great affordable stay for the budget traveller
Amazing!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 October 2018
Great hostel in Osaka
Cheap affordable solution if you’re in Osaka. spacious beds and rooms, lots of amenities, Free basic breakfast, clean and easy access to a Subway station. Mattresses are a bit thin though, but that’s with most of the hostels in Japan.
Alex
Alex, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 September 2018
The bed is big and comfy.
Generally, the hostel feels very clean and its staff are all very polite and helpful.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
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6/10 Good
18 July 2018
Close to the station
The hostel was near the station so it was easy to find but there are pros and cons this was my first rime staying at a hostel so I didn't have any expectations but still ...
Pro
- The staffs were nice and even asked me which language I prefer or if I need any help around the city
- a lot facilities that you can use
- fast wi-fi
- I didn't know there was a free breakfast (although it was a light meal I appreciate the effort)
- the location was in Higobashi which is a walking distance (one stop by subway) to Nishi-Umeda and Osaka station
Cons:
-when I got to my room, the room has quite a distinct smell to it. (Maybe because it was a mixed room )
- the other guests where quite loud inside the dormitory talking loud and talking on their phones
- I often wake up in the middle of the night due to coldness because some guest put the AC at max temperature
- you can hear other guest snore because you are basically only separated with a curtain
- i was in 4th floor and my area is a bit dirty I don't think they clean it often because when I came in the 3rd floor the toilet was clean and the shower room has lots of space
- I wish the shower room has trash can and a place where you can put your things. I was struggling with my stuff because i didn't knowwhere to put it
- the biggest con was the bed itself. It was very uncomfortable and couldn't sleep much.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 June 2018
Well recommended!
Near Higobashi station, nice WA room( traditional Japanese room) with own “garden”, exceptional staff.
MA ELMA
MA ELMA, 6-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 May 2018
Stayed in the Wah room, which was perfect for a family of 5. Very spacious. The shared amenities were clean & always available. The indoor garden provided a pleasant distraction. The cafe was very good & reasonably priced. The location was very convenient to transport & the cafes & restaurants nearby were excellent.