BENCH - Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel in Kamakura

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Reception
Hallway
Basic Quadruple Room
Basic Quadruple Room
Basic Quadruple Room
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
7- Onarimachi, Kamakura, Kanagawa, 248-0012
  • Popular LocationYuigahama Beach13 min walk
  • Popular LocationTsurugaoka Hachiman-gu Shrine17 min walk
  • Popular LocationZaimokuza Beach8 min drive
  • AirportTokyo (NRT-Narita Intl.)115 min drive

Room options

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Bidet
2 bathrooms
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Basic Quadruple Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Bidet
2 bathrooms
Desk
  • 12.1 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Bidet
2 bathrooms
Desk
Laundry detergent
  • 15.6 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Bidet
2 bathrooms
Desk
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Kamakura

At BENCH - Hostel you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Komachidori Shopping Street and Kamakura City Library. Highlights at this hostel include in-room washers/dryers and free WiFi. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, luggage storage and locker space. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Kamakura hostel include Zushi Beach and Enoshima Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Komachidori Shopping Street - 5 min walk
  • Yuigahama Beach - 13 min walk
  • Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu Shrine - 17 min walk
  • Great Buddha - 3 min drive
  • Zaimokuza Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Shonan-Fukasawa Station - 5 min drive
  • Wadazuka Station - 7 min walk
  • Tokyo (HND-Haneda) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • 鎌倉フレンズ - 2 min walk
  • Bistrot Orange - 2 min walk
  • しらす問屋山助鎌倉本店 - 1 min walk
  • KIBIYAベーカリー - 1 min walk
  • おおはま - 3 min walk

About this property

BENCH - Hostel

Hostel in Kamakura
BENCH - Hostel offers its guests laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kamakura hostel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
BENCH - Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bidets and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Japanese, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

BENCH hostel 3rd.plae
BENCH hostel 3rd place
BENCH - Hostel Kamakura
BENCH - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
BENCH - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kamakura

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at BENCH - Hostel?

BENCH - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at BENCH - Hostel?

As of 1 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BENCH - Hostel on 5 June 2024 start from AU$98.03, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to BENCH - Hostel?

Yep, BENCH - Hostel is a short 13-minute walk from Yuigahama Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at BENCH - Hostel?

No, BENCH - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at BENCH - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at BENCH - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

BENCH - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the place, it was quit and the staff was SUPER helpful. We stayed one night and it was just what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had heat exhaustion in the morning and after checking out , the allowed me to recover a little on the premises. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
At check in they spoke really good english! Everything was clean and in a very good location. Lots of food and store options,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Emeric

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The price doesn’t align with the standing of the facility
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

alma, laredo

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff , very helpfull and professional.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet, has lockers, bathrooms are always clean and the staff if very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

SHIZUKO

値段相応。スタッフさんは感じの良い方でした。
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

keisuke

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

ミズホ

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

ゆりえ

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023