Reviews of Amanohashidate Youth Hostel 1 stars

The only positive thing about this accommodation was its location and accessibility to Miyazu, Yosano and the surrounding area, as there were not many available accommodation capacities in the area. Otherwise it was a big disappointment and one felt like one was in a third world country and not in Japan.

The price for the accommodation absolutely did not correspond to the quality offered. Just the night before we had a hotel for only a slightly higher price, but the quality of this accommodation was many times higher. This accommodation was more like a hostel, which is fine, but it rather resembled some horror hostel from a B-movie horror movie. You can see that the building is older, which is also fine, but apart from its age it also seemed very unkempt. Unkempt greenery, last year's leaves not raked up, crumbling railings, wooden elements. The equipment was not only old, but also unkempt. Towels were not even part of the equipment, we had to pay extra for them. The bathroom in the form of an onsen was very old, variously repaired and glued tiles, joints,... here and there mold in the joints. We are not hypersensitive, but this was too much for us. We slept in strange sheets on even stranger mattresses. Really, everything was outdated, just poorly maintained. I understand that the equipment doesn't always have to be modern or new, but even older equipment can be maintained regularly to keep the accommodation clean and cozy. Luckily we survived the night, but in the morning we quickly packed up and left as soon as possible. The only small positive was the breakfast, which was pleasant, Japanese.

Extremely friendly and attentive staff, excellent home made food for great price, spacious private bedroom, homely atmosphere, laundry facilities and cheap bike rental. Affordable accommodation with old charm. Will go back again for a longer stay next time. Lovely hostel- if you are after luxury, it may not suit all tastes- go and stay in a hotel- but if you are after friendly staff and calm atmosphere it’s a perfect retreat.

Nothing.

The girl behind the desk was so nice to help me get a taxi away from that place so I could reach another hotel I had to last minute book

The room was not at all like the pictures, there was a hole in the floor in the middle of the room which was covered with carpet but you could still feel it. There was no ac on and all doors in the room (even a mysterious back door of which I still have no idea where it led to) were open so it was buzzing with a lot of musquitos. The room just overall looked very outdated and kind of like a haunted house, this made me (for the first time during my month in Japan) get the urge to do a bed bug search and I found some unsettling black things on the bed one of which was very clearly a dead bug. On top of all this there were no other people staying in the hostel next to me which made it even more creepy, so I booked the first hotel room I could find and was out of there within half an hour… Unfortunately they only refunded 50% of what I paid.

Good view and quiet location

Food provided was not necessarily good for us; too heavy and too salty.

Kitchen space available. Big lounge space. English speaking staff

Location wasn’t great, hill is a bit tough with luggage. Facilities are quite old and not the cleanest but matches the price, I suppose.

The rooms are big and comfortable, and the common room is an awesome spot to hang out. There’s a great view, and overall it’s a really comfortable place to stay.

There’s a few things that are charged extra that we weren’t expecting, like use of the laundry machine and towels. There’s also only one western style shower, so there could sometimes be a line for people to wait. The WiFi was also hit and miss.

The hostel was very comfortable and cozy. The location was excellent, with a view of the bay and a short walk to the ferry terminal, grocery store, bus stop, and entrance to the sandbar. While the room was a little dusty, it was clean overall and the beds were comfortable. The facilities were good, and we especially enjoyed the bath. The hosts were very kind and helpful; we reached out about some dietary restrictions for dinner in advance, and they were able to accommodate them. One of the employees even called the bus station for us when we had lost one of our bags on a bus, and helped to arrange for us to get it back.

A decent budget place to stay for the night. The bed was comfortable and the break room had a great view and a lot of books and games. The family rooms had nice patios that would’ve been lovely in warmer weather. If you’re only staying one night, which is all you should need in Amanohashidate, then this place is good enough for one night. The staff was friendly and helpful

This hostel made me feel like I was back at school camp. And I loved it. Needless to say, it was fun, cosy, and it had a retro feel that made it so interesting. The views from the place are out of this world! Namaishkii (I hope I spelled his name correctly) was so sweet, helpful, and tentative to the needs of those staying at the accomadation. The bedding is super warm, if you stay during the colder weather.

I unfortunately have terrible hay fever, and got bad congestion due to some dust buildup underneath my roommate's bed. But no one is at fault, because this place is run by mainly one person throughout the day and night and they're on top of everything else!

great view from hostel. lovely shared space.

could have been a little cleaner. especially bathroom.

Nice quiet area next to a shrine and not far to walk over the Amanohashidate

All good. Lovely youth hostel feeling.

The communal area was so nice. Fusbal table, lots of books to read at your leisure, comfy couches and awesome views to top it off. Staff was also friendly and the location was very convenient for visiting the main attractions of the area.

The accomodation was cheap so it's no surprise but the rooms were a little flimsy, but hey you get what you pay for. It was super comfortable regardless.

My stay at the hotel was a very disappointing experience. From the moment I arrived, I was met with an unpleasant and unfriendly reception from the staff, who seemed disinterested and impatient. Instead of feeling welcomed, I felt like I was viewed solely as a source of income. The staff's attitude was cold and unaccommodating, and they completely ignored my request for an early check-in. Additionally, the hotel did not look anything like the photos online. The walls were peeling, and the overall condition of the place was neglected and run-down. If you’re looking for a place that values and respects its guests while providing a pleasant experience, I strongly recommend avoiding this hotel.

Change to a nicer team, and put pictures that really reflect what the place looks like

Great staff. Very friendly and helpful. Lovely dinner but needs to be ordered in advance. Nice to have a public bath. Good views.

It's a little tired and could do with some refurbishment, but great value and we enjoyed our stay there.

Wonderful staff.

Really welcoming, comfortable, clean hostel with an old fashioned charm. Breakfast and Dinner were delicious!