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Roots Hostel

1.0 star property

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A hallway with a black carpet reading "Roots Hostel," wooden chairs, tables, and a bar area with stools.
Property entrance
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Bar (on property)
A reception area with a wooden desk, a world map on the wall, and a clock.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1-9-11, Itachibori, Nhishi-ku, Osaka, Osaka, 550-0012
  • Place, Orix Theater
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Amerikamura
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Dotonbori
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a window with white curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a wall-mounted artwork of a person riding a bicycle.

Double Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dorm-style room with bunk beds, a small window, and a desk with a lamp.

Room, Non Smoking (Private Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a window with curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a small cabinet with a power outlet.

Family Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A corridor with bunk beds on either side, a carpeted floor, and a hallway leading to a window.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A person sitting on a bed in a room with a slanted ceiling and a window.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A corridor with bunk beds on either side, a carpeted floor, and a hallway leading to a window.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with white curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a wall-mounted artwork of a person riding a bicycle.

Double Room, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

A hotel room with two single beds, a window with curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a small cabinet with a power outlet.

Family Room, Non Smoking (Amenity included)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Non Smoking (Private Room, Amenity included)

A dorm-style room with bunk beds, a small window, and a desk with a lamp.

Room, Non Smoking (Private Room, Amenity included)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A corridor with bunk beds on either side, a carpeted floor, and a hallway leading to a window.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A person sitting on a bed in a room with a slanted ceiling and a window.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Dormitory For Women Only

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Dormitory

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, white curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Osaka

Located in Nishi within a mile (2 km) of Dotonbori, Roots Hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Nipponbashi. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Orix Theater - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Amerikamura - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dotonbori - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kyocera Dome Osaka - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hommachi Station - 5 min walk
  • Yodoyabashi Station - 19 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪炭火焼肉 とくとく - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪スパイス食堂nikki - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪瀧谷飯店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪美糸 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪食堂さんさんじ - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Roots Hostel

Guests of Roots Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have slippers and bidets. Bathrooms are shared.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: JPY 500 for adults and JPY 500 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately JPY 500 for adults and JPY 500 for children
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Roots Hostel?

Roots Hostel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Roots Hostel?

As of Aug 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Roots Hostel on Aug 6, 2026 start from $19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Roots Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Nishi within a short 18-minute walk of Dotonbori and also 1 minutes on foot from Orix Theater. You'll also find Kyocera Dome Osaka and Tsutenkaku Tower within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Roots Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Roots Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, Roots Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Roots Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Roots Hostel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like slippers as well as a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe.

Does Roots Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Roots Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Roots Hostel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Does Roots Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Roots Hostel.

Does Roots Hostel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Roots Hostel?

The closest major airport to Roots Hostel is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 9.7 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kobe Airport (UKB), which is located 25.5 mi away (54-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Roots Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms at Roots Hostel that offer a balcony.

Roots Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 253 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Corey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Acceptable but could of used some deep cleaning
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dasimah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was simple and nearby enough to wherever I wanted to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Forrest

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like there was a restaurant in the building, staffs spoke English, double deckers were spacious. Overall good hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Disliked: Room comfort
Decent area, quiet, but the overall cleanliness of the place leaves a lot to be desired.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is good. But needs just a little bit of dusting but overall i will still recommend. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Evan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor quality bathroom, no soap, bunkmates are loud. Solid location, affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sayuri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Christian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

SU SU

Narrow space
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

yuk

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

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
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Andreia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

An Phuong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kimi

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
繁華街が近く食事には困らなかった。宿泊のお値段が安いところは最高。しかしそれ相応の施設設備。ファミリールーム使用、トイレが共同のため、子どもがトイレのたび部屋のに外のトイレに付き合わねばならず、そこは不便だった。壁がうすく、外の騒音、下の階の騒音が気になった。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tsukasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
綺麗
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Airi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1泊ぐらいであれば不自由なく過ごせました。ただメイクする場所がなくてそこだけ不便でした。フリースペースは男女共有で、ご飯を食べる場所でもあるのでむずかしかったです。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

takehiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
繁華街に近かくとても便利
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

FUMIE

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。
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

マサミ

今回が最後
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nagisa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
スタッフはチェックインアウトと別な方でしたが2人ともかんじのいい方でした 靴を脱いでいろんな人が履いたであろうスリッパに消毒もされていないのに履き替えるのはちょっと気持ち悪いです 私は持参していたので自分のスリッパを利用しました あと女子洗面台の髪の毛が尋常じゃないくらい落ちていて不潔でした
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

AKIHIRO

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025