Wise Owl Hostels River Tokyo

Tokyo · Japan

Wise Owl Hostels River Tokyo

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55% SHIT
Medium confidence 67 reviews

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Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 👕 Laundry 💻 Coworking Space 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🍺 Bar ☕ Cafe 🍳 Breakfast
Other facilities (29)
Bicycle Parking Children's Play Area Luggage Storage Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Linen Included Air Conditioning Towels Included Cots Available Reading Light Hair Dryers Charging Plugs Meals Available Towels For Hire Late Check-out Security Lockers Key Card Access CCTV in Common Areas Fire Extinguishers Smoke Alarms Smoke Detector Common Room Lounge Room Elevator Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Luggage Storage Hot Showers

Prices

Dorms $22 / night
Privates $64 - $77 / night

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Recent reviews

Canada MALE 18-24 Feb 25, 2026 Atm 20%

It’s gotta be more obvious in the listing this place is right below a railway track. Every 5 minutes the whole building shakes when a train passes right on top - they are legit connected. You get about a 4 hour window of sleep other than that it’s constant shaking

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Canada MALE Feb 3, 2026 Atm 100%

I’ve stayed at a few hostels in Tokyo and this is by far my favourite. When back in Tokyo I won’t be doing any searches for hostels as I know I’ll stay at wise owl again.

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USA MALE 25-30 Dec 17, 2025 Atm 100%

This is a great stay because it is so close to Tokyo Skytree. If you’re a train enthusiast, you might enjoy the railway above the hostel which favors frequent trips throughout the night. Thankfully, the hostel supplies earplugs. However, the noise really isn’t a big deal if you’re properly tired from exploring and nightlife. The atmosphere in the common area is warm and cozy, but not the most social. The facilities were quite clean and the bathrooms kept tidy. Overall it was actually gre...

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Germany MALE 18-24 Dec 14, 2025 Atm 20%

loud and not good for backpackers not social

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USA MALE Nov 3, 2025 Atm 100%

Nice clean open area plenty of charging stations, very walkable area. Could use a little thicker cushions on wooden benches Not much of a kitchen area

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Israel MALE 25-30 Nov 2, 2025 Atm 20%

I don’t understand how no one is talking about this, but the hostel is located right under the train tracks. Anyone who values peace and a good night’s sleep should know that every five minutes the whole building shakes because a train passes by. The upside is that it’s definitely close to the station.

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Canada MALE 18-24 Oct 27, 2025 Atm 100%

Great hostel ! The staff is truly the best thing about this place. I had an amazing time at the Halloween party.

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Germany MALE 18-24 Oct 26, 2025 Atm 80%

Really nice place! Perfect location and really cool people. The kitchen is lacking a few items but you get around!

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Chile FEMALE 31-40 Oct 21, 2025 Atm 80%

Buen hostal, muy bien ubicado y muy cerca del skytree. Buenas instalaciones, camas cómodas. Mi única sugerencia es que pongan cinta antideslizante en las escaleras a la litera porque es muy facil resbalar como me pasó a mí y mejorar la ventilación de las habitaciones.

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Austria FEMALE 18-24 Oct 11, 2025 Atm 40%

nice looking and close to metro station. BUT the bed smelled like urine and looked like it hadn‘t been properly cleaned in years (under the mattress). the staff did not seem to know what was going on when asked about laundry or lost and found - overall not the best experience.

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England MALE 25-30 Oct 10, 2025 Atm 100%

Lovely 👌

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France FEMALE 25-30 Sep 7, 2025 Atm 100%

Quite possibly one of the best hostels in Tokyo! Huge shoutout to the incredibly kind and welcoming staff ❤️ The location by the river gives it a relaxed, peaceful vibe—even if it’s a little outside the city center, it’s totally worth it. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a chill and memorable stay! 💫

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France FEMALE 18-24 Aug 2, 2025 Atm 100%

Très bon établissement, le seul inconvénient étant la ligne de train, mais si vous avez le sommeil lourd vous ne l'entendrez pas le matin.

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Jul 16, 2025 Atm 80%

great hostel! the staff was super helpful and friendly. unfortunately the kitchen was small and didn't have much so it would be hard to cook there. And the atmosphere is chill but a little reserved. still, great beds and clean areas. I would definitely stay here again

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Canada FEMALE 31-40 Jul 10, 2025 Atm 60%

100% recommend to anyone who wants a peaceful home base while exploring Tokyo. Very easy to get around on transit, but it is in a quieter part of the city. The bathroom facilities are immaculate and the small kitchen has everything you need. The staff was so kind and had wonderful recommendations for activities. It was not the most social vibe but I think everyone is out exploring the city - might be nice to offer some group events to get people interacting - but overall amazing hostel!

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New Zealand MALE 31-40 Feb 26, 2025 Atm 100%

great hostel. highly recommend

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Jan 11, 2025 Atm 100%

Not the most comfortable bed (for my western body) but great location / staff / atmosphere / and cleanliness

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France FEMALE 18-24 Jan 8, 2025 Atm 20%

Proche d’un chemin de fer donc bruit la nuit mais auberge moderne refaite et propre. Très bien située proche d’une station de métro et de lieux touristiques

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Australia MALE 18-24 Dec 23, 2024 Atm 80%

Great hostel, very nice vibe. Location in Asakusa is close to Senso-ji temple and Tokyo Skytree but further from Shibuya/Shinjuku. Very easy to get to airport from. Nice foyer/cafe/bar area, room was clean and bathrooms were functional. Only downside is that it's underneath a railway line, trains stop from ~12am to ~5am but going pretty constantly otherwise

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Canada FEMALE Nov 25, 2024 Atm 80%

Quite well, rooms and all but could be so much better if it had a toaster grill in the small kitchen!

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