Hotel Analysis
Based on 2 sites · 1,092 reviews
A budget hostel near Yokohama Chinatown. Reviews frequently mention its value for money and location. Walkable to JR station and Yamashita Park, making travel convenient.
Across booking sites, guests repeat that 'AC is strong and beds are clean.' Having a private room beats capsule hotels. Common laundry and manga room are handy for long-term stays.
However, the neighborhood feels sketchy with safety concerns in multiple reviews. Old building lacks elevator, cigarette smells, toilet odors, and coin showers (100 yen for 4 min) are common complaints. Rooms are tiny, hard to open luggage.
Best for solo male travelers prioritizing price and location.
Strengths
Walkable to Chinatown and JR station, location praised often
Strong AC and clean beds mentioned repeatedly
Private room better than capsules
Shared laundry and manga room useful for long stays
Good to Know
Neighborhood feels sketchy, safety concerns in many reviews
Old building, no elevator, stairs inconvenient
Cigarette and toilet smells, musty air repeated complaints
Coin showers (100 yen/4min) and tiny rooms disappointing
Recommended For
Solo travelers — Male solos prioritizing price and location satisfied
Long-term travelers — Laundry and common areas handy
Budget travelers — Cheap with AC and TV basics praised
Ratings by Booking Site
Overall 6.8/10 · 2 sites · Based on 1,092 reviews
Guest Reviews
2 booking sites · 1,092 reviews
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FAQ
What are the check-in/check-out times at Hostel Zen?
Typically, check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Please contact the hotel directly for exact times.
What do guests say about this hotel?
Hostel Zen has received a rating of 6.7/10 from 648 guests.