Osaka Namba Yeon House

Liked

The area is surrounded by residential buildings and very close to a supermarket, so you can experience authentic Japanese urban living firsthand. The host provided a full range of amenities, including a packet of cold medicine in the dining room (which was a great help since I had caught a slight chill).

Disliked

My room has a sofa but no table. This is a little inconvenient for me since I often use my computer. Also, while the area is close to the subway, it's not a popular area, so for people who frequently need to go out, it might be a bit too far. (However, this is compensated by the quietness of the residential area, and there are LUUP shared scooters nearby, so personally, I don't see anything wrong with it.)

Liked

The room is spacious for accommodation in Japan at this price. It's very satisfactory. There's shared access to a sink for brushing teeth, a shower, and even a lounge area with a microwave, oven, and washing machine. I highly recommend it.

Disliked

Nothing. Perhaps one area for improvement would be a bit more staff presence. I stayed in Osaka for seven days and only saw the manager and her daughter upon arrival. Perhaps it was my fault too; I didn't dare knock on the door marked "private space." Discretion has its advantages, though, so it's just an observation, not a negative point.

Liked

Located about a 5-6 minute walk from Daikokucho and a 15-18 minute walk from Namba, this accommodation offers convenient access to amenities. There's a supermarket nearby open until midnight. The surrounding area is residential, making it safe to return home at night and avoiding the overly bustling Namba district. Regarding the accommodation itself, the entire space was very clean. The shower area was comfortable, with a separate shower and toilet, and the towels were very clean. The private room was also spacious; even with large luggage laid out, there was still plenty of room. Luggage can be temporarily stored after check-out. The host was very nice, making for a great stay.

Disliked

The Wi-Fi was a little weak for a few nights, but it didn't affect the overall experience!