Honestly one of the nicest hostels I've every stayed at, the room design is very creative allowing for a remarkable amount of privacy. I liked the 3rd floor lounge, the view was spectacular and it was really convenient. Suitable for long-term stays as well.

The entrance to the bed, at least on the lower side, was a bit high compared to the mattress. So it was a bit hard to get in and you could easily bump into the wooden side on the way in. I think it was designed for a much taller mattress, perhaps putting something soft on it would make it easier.

- The location is excellent, about 600m from Odawara Station and exacly opposite the Odawara Castle. - The bed was comfy and the way it was set up, create less light into your bed cubicle even when the hall light is turned on (which is good). - I arrived early and thanks to the housekeeper to allow me to keep my luggage in the room, before I were to check in at 3pm. Otherwise I have to drag my luggage to 3F for temp storage (no lift in this building. - No human receptionist, but all check in check out are done electronically.

- The wifi is really bad. It keeps disconnected for the two nights that I stayed. If not because of the wifi, I could have rated the hostel as 10. - The building looks unfinished and old from outside. But inside the building, all is good.

Cozy little studio with privacy and has own toilet and standing shower area. Soft bed and 4 pillows, generous in terms of Japanese standard, most hotels, I get only a pillow that is too soft. The Odawara Castle Park entrance is just a few steps away - nice.

The distance to Odawara Station on foot with luggage isn't fun, when it rains! No convenient store around but it's ok. Hated the steps up to 3rd floor, I think my back broke 😆😅

The hostel was convenient and good! Outside of the dorm a bit cold, but in the cabin it was comfortably warm (I was there in February). The cabin was spacious as was the space for the luggage below it! The shower is in the same room, which at first I found a bit odd, but it worked out just fine! Sadly, the WiFi wasn't super fast. However, the price of the hostel as its location (right across from Odawara castle and close to the train station!) where worth it.

Very functional Family room, with lots of cutlery and nice amenities in the room. Nice view of the castle entrance from the ultra large windows. A really cute cafe on 3F although I couldn't really get to use it. Complementary coffee and tea whenever you like on the cafe floor was a nice touch. I didn't find the check-in method difficult at all. I Don't get why all the reviews that people struggled to check in.

Didn't realize I would have to lift my luggage and stroller to the room in 2F. The window blinds were made of paper and I was really worried that my infant kid would end up tearing them.

The location was the main draw. It was right across Odawara Castle and very short distance from Odawara Station. The facilities were good and the room was spacious. It made our trip to Hakone area really convenient and enjoyable. There are heaps of food options in the vicinity. And we got to see Odawara Castle as if it was just in our backyard!

Given the price, I could not really complain. Maybe there are small traces of mould near the airconditioning unit, it can be cleaned more regularly.

Fantastic location, easily accessible from the railway. Right next to Odawara Castle - great as a landmark and easy access for visit. Has various parking facilities nearby if you are driving; convenient location.

Generally, everything was great and as expected for the price paid. Things that could be better improved on: Ocassionally the Wi-Fi is patchy and did not provide a reliable or usable connection. Possibility to have TV against the wall.

Great location. A cosy hostel in a relatively quiet neighbourhood. Check-in went without issues, although I did have to help a few guests with their check-in as it was unclear which bunk number is assigned to you unless you check inside the mens/ladies room itself (it's written on a whiteboard on the wall). Nice comfy bed, enough walking space on the floor to place luggage and not feel that you might be blocking other guests. Really liked having access to the 4th floor space for having meals late at night.

The shower area is placed directly beside a bunk bed, so be conscience of taking showers too late at night as it's clearly audible in the room. Also just note that you have to go through 2 number-pad locked doors to reach the toilet (and there is only ONE toilet for the 1st floor).

Although it's a self check in facility, staff were very responsible through booking dot com messages. Easily accessible by walking or taking a bus from the train station. Right by the Odawara castle. The food recommendation provided by the hostel was great. Went to Odawara Oden Main Store - yummy food and great service. There's a huge locker under the bed.

The bathroom can be challenging for heavy set guys. But it's inside the dorm so it's convenient.

great location. easy-to-follow instruction (i.e.self check in). Great value. clean place.

the stairs to upper bed is not 'feet friendly. the staircase is round shape which is uncomfortable (usually places i go have flat staircase, easy on the feet). if you are up and down with sandals/shoes, then it's ok. but if you do， it doesnt make sense to take off the sandals/shoes and throw it on the floor(since now you are high on upper bed).