Solaniwa-Onsen Osaka Bay Tower - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
Kyocera Dome Osaka - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
Getting around
Itami Airport (ITM) - 34 min drive
Kobe Airport (UKB) - 47 min drive
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 49 min drive
Nishikujo Station - 3 min drive
Chidoribashi Station - 25 min walk
Denpo Station - 29 min walk
Ajikawaguchi Station - 4 min walk
Universal City Station - 15 min walk
Sakurajima Station - 25 min walk
Restaurants
ババ・ガンプ・シュリンプ - 16 min walk
マクドナルド - 16 min walk
モスバーガー - 16 min walk
サイゼリヤ - 15 min walk
観光プロレス居酒屋 リングサイド 大阪 - 14 min walk
About this property
J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel
At J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Universal Studios Japan and Universal CityWalk Osaka. Also, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan and Kyocera Dome Osaka are within a short drive. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Ajikawaguchi Station is 4 minutes and Universal City Station is 15 minutes.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Traveling with children
Children's games
Toys
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Television in common areas
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Slippers
Sleep well
Down comforter
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Bidet
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Oven
Rice cooker
Griddle
Toaster oven
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Ice maker
Kitchen island
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 100-300 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
Towels are available for an extra charge of JPY 100 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
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 does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
J-Hoppers Universal Guesthouse Hostel
J-Hoppers Universal Guesthouse
J-Hoppers Osaka Universal Hostel
J-Hoppers Universal Hostel
J-Hoppers Universal
J Hoppers Osaka Universal Guesthouse
J Hoppers Osaka Universal
J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel Osaka
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What's the area around J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel like?
J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel is a short 4-minute walk from Ajikawaguchi Station and 16 minutes' walk from Universal Studios Japan.
J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
October 30, 2023
Japanese style housing, with cheap American feel.
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 16, 2019
Fantastic Customer Service!!
Absolutely fantastic for a hostel!
I, unfortunately, lost my wallet before I arrived at the hostel. The woman at reception helped me call the Shinkansen station and found my wallet for me. All I had to do was pick it up the next day. Wonderful Customer Service!
Eleanor
Eleanor, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 9, 2019
Arun
Arun, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
April 21, 2018
Such a wonderful experience I had in my stay at J-hoppers Universal. Staffs were so nice and helpful, the bed was comfortable and clean although I always hit my head to the ceiling of bottom bed lol.
Kitchen helped me so much since I like to make meals by myself, and it was big and clean.
I enjoyed my stay in J-hoppers universal so much and definitely will choose to stay here again next time when I go to osaka.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
April 14, 2018
Cheap, Cheerful and Clean
I got a triple room with friends and the room was bigger than expected. It was clean, quiet and we
had enough room to spread our bags out. The futons were a bit hard but thats par for the course with futons.
The staff were very friendly and every time I used the shared bathrooms they were clean - just remember to bring your own towel if you dont want to rent one. Their English was great and all the room info has English support.
Its in a convenient location only 4 mins walk to the station. We had easy access to Osaka station and USJ.
Overall we had a great time and very much enjoyed our stay.
Kay
Kay , 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
April 14, 2018
A great quiet stay still close to all the action
The staff was amazing and so kind and helpful even when I didn’t realize it. They have bikes you can rent and offered a lot of great recommendations in the neighborhood. The room set up was peaceful and nicely laid out. My only qualm was with it being so close to Universal, there were a lot of children running around, which more surprised me than upset me. But it was always exciting in the lobby area. Would definitely come back and stay here!!!
Allyson
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 9, 2018
Ka Wan
Ka Wan, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 23, 2017
Great location for Universal Studios
Stayed only the night after visiting Universal Studios but wished we stayed the night before as well. J Hoppers staff spoke English very well, were friendly and clear in their instructions.
There is a small range of food options that can be bought on site and the shared kitched is very well equipped. Convenience stores like Family Mart, are not far away either. Loved the free tea and coffee service.
We had a private twin room with plenty of power sockets for recharging phones, etc. Beds were traditional and expect it would take a while to get used to the small pillows.
As its a hostel, we expected the request to strip the beds of linen and put into laundry hampers which was no problem.
Luggage can be forwarded there if you are organised or left there while awaiting for room readiness. Our room was ready earlier than expected so we were given access to it hours in advance which was much appreciated.
Note that there is no lift so carrying a heavy suitcase upstairs may be a challenge.
We wish there were J Hoppers everywhere.
Rhonda
Rhonda, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
April 11, 2017
It is near to USJ. If you plan to stay for a night near USJ, this is a right place. Just 1 station away from USJ. This may not be good for you if you have no data connection as the wireless connections over there kept failing to connect.
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
September 21, 2016
Pls specify the JR Station in the confirmation as we have trouble finding this hotel. We walked all the way from Universal City JR Station with luggages and a small child. Overall the hotel is in a quiet area and we have to walk a back lane but overall is safe.
We are also not aware that we have to pay for use of towels at each 100 yen. We stay 3 nights and the wifi on my floor is not working for 2 nights and we are unable to connect to internet until the last day.
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
June 30, 2016
Family Fun
The shared kitchen and movie night/game area made this a fun hostel. We all felt very comfortable using the shared bathrooms/shower. It was neat, clean, and organized. Also, the staff was really friendly. We enjoyed reading their profiles and learning about them.
Kimberly
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 19, 2016
pleasant stay!!
love everything especially the very helpful and friendly staff:)
worldtraveller
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
April 22, 2016
Would stay again
Great location for trains, Helpful friendly staff, Clean, Cheap