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About this property
Basic Japanese-style rooms with free Wi-Fi and shared bathrooms are on offer at Backpackers Hotel Toyo, a 2-minute walk from Dobutsuen-mae Train Station. Rental bicycles, a free-use kitchen and a coin launderette are available. Guests at Backpackers Toyo Hotel sleep in traditional Japanese futon beds on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. Some rooms have air conditioning and heating, while in others a hot water bottle is provided during winter. The hotel is a 3-minute walk from Shin-Imamiya Train Station. Tsutenkaku Tower, Osaka City Museum and Tennoji Zoo are just a 10-minute walk. The lively Dotonbori area is a 10-minute train ride away. Shower rooms are open 24/7, and the lobby has a free-use internet station. You can watch a DVD at the lounge or use the microwave to make a snack. This hotel does not serve meals.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
- Designated smoking area
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Erin
Australia
“Amazing place to stay! Such a cool hotel full of lovely people and staff! Allows you to leave luggage there before and after check-in which is so helpful!” - Pattara
Thailand
“Very friendly reception and environment. Room, bathroom and toilet very clean. Have free water for refill. Great community. Very surly come back again.” - Andres
Australia
“The atmosphere was excellent, the staff was so kind and helpful. Always willing to help! The accommodation was perfect, good privacy and good enough the cleanliness.” - Sophie
Australia
“Fantastic value for money, quiet despite the size, really comfortable little rooms and easy access to the train lines in Osaka. Perfect for a solo stay!” - Helena
Germany
“I stayed there 4 nights and really ALL staff has been super friendly and helpful. I arrived very early at 7am and it was no problem to leave my luggage there (they also offer storage for up to 2 weeks!). Single-room for absolutely cheap price,...” - Hannah
United Kingdom
“Amazing vibe - super friendly staff always happy to help and chat and give you recommendations, great common room space to meet other people. Had such a great stay here! Aircon works well in the twin rooms, bathrooms were always super clean and...” - Thesocialhermit
Czech Republic
“Loved being in a room for myself at the cost of a dorm bed! I slept well even though the day temps climbed over 35°. There was always space in showers and the fridge, so no complaints whatsoever. Very friendly and helpful staff with everyone...” - Pia
Slovenia
“Each backpacker having their own room for such a low price is amazing.” - Yvie
Brazil
“Good infrastructure, comfortable room. Close to a subway station.” - Mathew
Japan
“Good services. Useful information. Lots of extras.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children older than 10 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.





The fine print
Maintenance work of the electrical equipment throughout the entire building will be carried out from 9:00 to 19:00 on 13/01/26.
Please note there will be a power outage from 9:00 to 19:00 on 13/01/26 and check-out time will be at 9:00 on 13/01/26.
Please inform Backpackers Hotel Toyo in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.