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title: "J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel"
url: https://staylist.world/hotels/trip-5692242
site: Staylist World
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# J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel

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3-star hotel in Osaka, Japan. Page: https://staylist.world/hotels/trip-5692242

## Rating
- Guest rating: 9.2/10 from 120 guest reviews on the booking site

## Price
- Typical price: about $16 a night (previously observed, not a quote for any date)

## What guests say (Staylist AI overview of recent reviews)
A short walk from Universal Studios Japan — one reason families return a second spring — J-Hoppers Osaka Universal is a clean well-run hostel with fluent-English reception and a friendly relaxed vibe. Ajikawaguchi station links to the Osaka Loop, Kansai airport, Kyoto, Kobe and Hiroshima; the Nepalese place Dilkhus near the station gets a nod. One furious guest calls it terrible and urges staying at Shinsaibashi instead.
- Rooms: Clean comfortable thoughtful dorms, in honest reports.
- Service: Fluent-English friendly staff, per the write-ups.
- Location: Short walk to USJ; Loop-line station near.
- Facilities: Well-matched hostel facilities.
- Value: Cost-effective for families.
- Guests love: Steps from USJ; Easy regional rail; Warm atmosphere
- Keep in mind: One vehement pan
- Best for: families, USJ visitors

## Before you book
- Children: Children of all ages are welcome at this property

## Location
- Address: 3 Chome-10-12 Shimaya, Konohana Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, 554-0024, Japan
- Distance to city centre: 5.4 km
- Universal Studios Japan: 1.4 km, about 22 min on foot
- Nearest Airport: Itami Airport
- Distance to Airport: 18.82KM
- Nearest Train Station: Ajikawaguchi Station
- Distance to Train Station: 0.32KM
- Nearest Subway Station: Bentenchō
- Distance to Subway Station: 3.52KM

## How it compares with other hotels in the city
J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel ranks #123 of 372 hotels Staylist lists in Osaka and #13 of 56 3-star hotels there. At about $16 a night it costs less than most 3-star hotels in Osaka, which are typically $57. The closest listed alternative is Shimaya Minn, 200 m away (score 9.0).

## Amenities
Luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas, Parking, Fax/copying service, Lockers available, Safe at front desk, No smoking in public areas, Smoking area, Vending machines, Shared kitchen, Clothes dryer, Children's toys, Kids' board games/puzzles

## FAQ
**Is there parking at J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel?**
Yes: parking.

**How far is J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel from the airport?**
The nearest airport is Itami Airport, about 19 km away.

**How far is J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel from the centre of Osaka?**
About 5.4 km.

**Is J-Hoppers Osaka Universal - Hostel suitable for children?**
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.


## 1–2 star reviews
Every 1–2 star review of this hotel from the last 24 months, with the count out of all reviews: https://staylist.world/reviews?hotel=trip-5692242

## Book
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