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Reviews of Yanbaru Hostel

905-1411 Okinawa, Kunigami, Hentona 1429 , Japan

#6 of 8 hotels in Kunigami

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 83 hostel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    7.8

  • Location

    8.0

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Wonderful and peaceful countryside for recharge from city life
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    As it is 3 storey building with no lift, it caused a bit of inconvenience for guest to carry big luggage to high floor

    The setting of the lobby, kitchen free for guest to utilize, spacious room for recharge

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    ・The room wasn't locked automatically. I think they should explain about it when check-in. ・There seemed to be no brochures or other information about surrounding tourist facilities. ・There was no sign in their parking lot, so I wasn't sure which parking lot was theirs unless I asked. ・There were only a few trash bins available

    Clean. The recreational facilities are well-equipped.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nice hostel with some great community rooms, with a pool table and a tennis table. you'll find close by a 7-Eleven for snacks and there are some little restaurants around.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was pretty cramped no space to put bags, pricey compared to other hostels in Okinawa

    Great location for hiking in Yanbaru park, close to bus stops and a 711. Spacious common rooms and kitchen spaces. Lots of showers

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Skip the craft beer and shift to standard brands. Inform about town anouncment in the morning.

    Very good common space. Super soft bed cloth. Great towels.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nice place but no restaurant around there Only 7-11 and one Izakaya

    Table tennis, Biliards were free

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2023

    9.0
    Cool
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dorms doors had their own issues (wobbling against the entry frame, no handle...). Otherwise the sound proofing between rooms is weak, same for windows when it's windy. Sleeping at 5-6 in a tiny room can be tuff altho the hostel is far to be busy.

    The place has it's style with some vintage furnitures and greenery as decorations, there's a computer area next to the reception, a piano, pool and ping-pong tables, bikes to rent. It's wide and homely, you just have to enjoy the « as is » aspect of the building. The diner area on the second floor is well provided with ustensils, fridge, microwave, rice cooker, seasonings, etc... And there's a konbini two steps from the hostel. When it comes to the dormitories, they were not busy so I could sleep alone most of the time, and the beds were fine to sleep in. I'll keep a good memory of the stay.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    7.0
    Relaxed Vibe
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There isn't an elevator so having to climb up to the 4th floor was a bit tiring after a long day, however we managed. Also as others have mentioned, there are only thin curtains which we didn't like. One night it was very windy and the building was very loud.

    It has a cool vibe, although its the off-season so it was very empty when we were there, also rarely any staff. The beds were comfortable and our room was very spacious. Parking was also super easy and convenient.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Even there's enough space in the dorm, they enclosed the bed with wood wall makes access to bed and sleeping inside a bit hard. It was frustrating when using the hot water during shower.

    Easy access to bus stop, local supermarket, convenient store and beach.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    8.0
    Unique, cozy play to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only complaint we had was related to the windows in our room. It was quite windy, and the windows would howl and slam all night long. Not enough to deter us from staying again, but it did get annoying. We found by slightly opening the windows to the balcony, we could reduce the howling noise.

    Very unique, fun property. We thought it was cozy and a great location for spending time in Yanbaru National Park.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place has a lot to offer. We played pool and took a lot of pictures.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    7.0
    Friendly staff, clean room, and nice pool table downstairs for guests. Nice roof for sunset.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were slightly uncomfortable and the AC did not work very well

    Not applicable

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place provides a relaxing vibes. Good for young travelers.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no one at reception on arrival and no ac turned on. It was june so super humid. The music in common spaces could be more considered.

    The hostel is in a brilliant and unique location. It has excellent entertainmemt facilities and has a thoughtful aesthetic.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor ventilation for lower bunk bed. Blanket feels like it has not been washed.

    Kitchen and dining area very comfortable. A good place to hang out with friends.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No light blocking curtains in the room, kitchen with induction but no fry pan compatible

    Stylish place, nice staff, good beers

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2023

    9.0
    Cute shabby chic hostel ( ◠‿◠ )
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Over all our room was clean and bedding very nice but it could have used a little more detail cleaning in the seating area and coffee table. The shared fridge could use a good cleaning as well. But over all the place is clean and nice.

    Loved the shabby chic environment, decoration and how it was set up. The welcoming host was great. Beds were super comfortable. We got a family room for 2 people with a private shower room and really enjoyed the space and balcony. I would definitely stay again or recommend for friends to stay if they are in the area. The beach was an easy walk and nice for watching the sunset.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2023

    8.0
    Delightful owners do a great job of keeping the place running smoothly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Well, it's a hostel with potential to accommodate very large numbers of budget travellers so the kitchen facilities can become overcrowded, overused and less clean than desirable. Also the noise can get pretty loud what with youngsters arriving late and clambering up the concrete stairs very late at night. Definitely the party atmosphere which may not be to your taste.

    Great place to stay in the off season. Pool table, table tennis, communal kitchen all great as long as there's not too much competition...see below.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms have very thin curtains which let in a lot of light overnight and limit the amount of privacy when the bedroom lights are on

    Friendly staff, very spacious rooms and well stocked communal kitchen

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2023

    7.0
    Probably the best value near longevity Ogimi village if you are without a car.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Weird uncomfortable furniture such as a rocking chair No dark curtain to block light Grim concrete No elevator No one to meet in common spaces

    Location near the only yanbaru bus line Friendly staff although not much English

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Definitley be careful with the ladders in the rooms, they aren't attached and can be tricky to use a lot of the time. Also, it was pretty windy when I went up and the building definitely did not do any job at suppressing that noise. A touch spooky, but nothing to be worried about.

    Great for its price! Lots of fun things to do in the lobby area, staff is fun and easy to communicate with, and everything seemed well kept and clean.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2022

    7.0
    Nice concept, overpriced rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was pricey for a private room. The bar’s craft beers are priced at 1500 yen (come on!).

    Hipster hostel with a common kitchen, pool table, bar, etc. The concept is cool.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2022

    7.0
    Hipster‘s paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff was not really available. No blinders in the room. The ac in the shared kitchen was not running and therefore it was too hot to spare your time there. There should have been a bar and cafe but due to missing staff there was no offering… The roof terrace was more or less empty and therefore it wasn’t possible to enjoy the starry sky. Table tennis, billard and boulder facilities were not in there best state.

    Very comfortable beds. Clean and spacious rooms. Very stylish! Shared kitchen was sufficient equipped.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2022

    8.0
    Yanbaru Hostel: an unexpected surprise!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I would improve the cleaning, especially in the shared bathrooms.

    The staff was simply amazing! The interior design of the entire building, something unexpected and superb! Our stay was simply fantastic!

    Stayed in May 2022

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