"Location had many metro stations around it, 1 free beer or drink during HH, most social hostel out of the 12 I've been to in Japan, bed has curtain, shelf, light and outlet, clean bathrooms"
Kellie from United States
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"They have lots of cheap food and drink to buy as well as happy hour where you can get a free drink."
Milly from United Kingdom
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"Lots of people playing super smash bros in the entrance made it easy to join in and meet people."
zane g from Japan
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Social backpacker hostel in central Tokyo, 5 minutes from 2 metro lines
Amenities & Unique Services
Hostel DEN operates a daily happy hour from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM where each guest receives one free beer, soda, or tea at the lobby. The hostel offers a prayer room, a rooftop terrace for relaxing or drying laundry, and a work room with desk space. Additional free amenities include protein bars and creatine at reception, plus complimentary eye masks and earplugs at the lobby counter.
Rooms & Beds
All rooms at Hostel DEN are dormitory-style with shared bathrooms, and a dedicated female-only floor with its own bathroom offers extra privacy. Each bunk bed includes a privacy curtain, a headlamp, personal power outlets, a clothing rack, and one free towel per stay. Lockers in each room are tall enough for carry-on luggage, and guests can store larger suitcases for free at the reception desk.
Social & Entertainment
The common area on the ground floor has a Nintendo Switch, board games, and a large flat-screen TV for evening entertainment. Hostel DEN organizes pub crawls, movie nights, and walking tours to introduce guests to local culture. The kitchen is fully equipped with a stove, microwave, pots, pans, condiments, and a refrigerator where guests can store their own food.
Location & Transport
Hostel DEN is a 2-minute walk from Kodenma-cho Station and a 5 to 10-minute walk from Kanda Train Station and Akihabara. The Edo Tokyo Museum is 1.8 km from the hostel, Tokyo Haneda International Airport is 15 km away, and Tokyo Station is reachable in about 20 minutes on foot. Two 7-Eleven convenience stores are within a 3-minute walk, and a 24-hour Japanese restaurant is a 3-minute walk away.
On-Site Facilities & Practical Services
The hostel provides a self-coin laundry with both washing machines and dryers, with detergent capsules sold at reception. Guests have access to a luggage storage service that allows them to leave bags before check-in or after check-out, including long-term storage options. A minimarket in the lobby sells cheap snacks, drinks, razors, toothbrushes, and other travel necessities.
Highlights
Social: Daily happy hour with free beer
Privacy: Female-only floor with private bathroom
Facility: Prayer room and rooftop terrace
Location: 2-minute walk to metro station
Service: Free luggage storage and long-term storage
Entertainment: Nintendo Switch and pub crawls
“This hostel seems to foster a lively, Western-style social atmosphere, complete with happy hour and common areas designed for interaction. While the location requires a bit of travel to reach major attractions, the budget-friendly offerings, including a mini-mart and laundry facilities, add convenience. I think it's a solid choice for those prioritizing a social experience and affordability.”
Silas ThorneEditor-in-Chief at Jptokyo
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Hostel Den offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Single Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
2 persons
29 m²
1 Single bed
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Single Bed Male Dormitory Room
2 persons
19 m²
1 Single bed
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Single Bed Female Dormitory Room
2 persons
29 m²
1 Single bed
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