Much better than I expected from the photos. The place was clean, self check-in was simple, and there were some nice extra features like laundry, free snacks, and Netflix. (I treated myself to a movie on New Year's Eve!). The bunk in the dorm was so comfortable, and the fans and windows made sure it didn't get stuffy. Lots of rules and instructions, but they were clearly printed so easy to use Google Translate on.

It would be helpful to have trash cans in the kitchen area in addition to upstairs.

A wonderful little hostel! Incredible hosts. They’re not around all day but when they are, they’ve very welcoming and kind. Despite not speaking the same language, they made exceptional effort using google translate to support me. The scooter hire was considerably affordable and a great way to get around the island. Highly recommended!

The host is very kind , helpful and goes out of his way to help. I needed more cushion on the bed and it was brought immediately. I had a private room and really appreciated the retractable laundry line. The laundry is available and detergent is provided.

The party downstairs with bass until midnight.

Great value, clean facilities. Close to the port. Good instructions all around the place (in Japanese, so I used Google lens to translate). The owner was also very helpful providing information via LINE.

Toilet and showers are quite small.

Not sure if it was due to COVID or it is normally like this, but there were absolutely no staff around. Everything was self-service, from self check-in all the way to self check-out. However, I was sent a message via my booking that if I needed help, I could contact staff via Line and they would come soon. Everything I needed was already prepared for me before I arrived, so I did not need help with anything. It also seems that someone comes to clean the hostel during the day, as the common areas and trash cans were cleaned by the time I returned in the evening. Plenty of signs are posted around the hostel to explain everything, such as policies, procedures, local tips, local maps, what I could help myself to, etc. There are also two common areas, each with their own TV. I had almost the entire hostel to myself as only one other person was staying there at the time, so it was a great experience though somewhat quiet. Free for use: shampoo, body wash, washing machines, dryers, laundry detergent, dish detergent, cups, mobile battery chargers, Netflix, refrigerator, microwave, water kettle, awamori (local Japanese sake) Available for rental: bicycles, snorkeling sets The hostel is just a quick walk (less than 3 minutes) from the main Wadomari bus stop, though it is over 20 minutes walk from the port. There is also a local convenience store about 10 minutes walk down the street.

Not an issue if you know Japanese, but if you cannot understand Japanese, then you may have trouble understanding everything at the hostel as it is almost all written in Japanese. Also, all the rooms are on the 2nd floor and the staircase is narrow, so people with large/heavy suitcases may have difficulties getting upstairs (only the entrance, microwave/water kettle, and shower rooms were on the 1st floor). However, the hostel was overall great and I would definitely stay again!

within walking distance of the ferry port, next door to a dinner restaurant, across the street from a cafe that sells desserts and drinks in the afternoon. Common spaces available for relaxing, tastefully decorated.

The dorm rooms are tight for space when full; there aren't amenities like toothbrushes offered; the opening times for the restaurants weren't clearly posted

Can't beat the low price on such a beautiful island. Perfect for young or solo travelers.

Location

Lack of proper chairs to sit in

Clean, well-equipped, free drink, cozy common space, nice staff

Staff are not always there (I had no problems though)

There was a set of bicycles outside for guests to use. The room was great as well.