Mad Cat Hostel Osaka & Bar
Abeno-ku Ojicho 1-11-24
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Why people book this hotel
“The staffs are super friendly and helpful”
“Ok look, I've never stayed at a hostel prior to my stay at Mad Cat, but I'm conf…”
“The bed and pillow were more comfortable than the hotel I stayed at the night be…”
“Friendly staff, felt like hanging out in a friends living room”
“The dorm is exceptionally clean with all the conviences needed like a light, pri…”
“The rooms and common areas were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained”
“The location was also perfect: close to everything you need, yet quiet enough to…”
“The location was amazing, so many places to eat around and close to stations”
“I would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a nice, affordable, and so…”
Overview
Located in Osaka and with Abeno Seimei Shrine reachable within 400 metres, Mad Cat Hostel Osaka & Bar provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is set 2 km from Tokoku-ji Temple, 2 km from Mandaike Park and 2.2 km from Shitennoji Koshindo Temple. Matsunomiya Shrine is 2.6 km from the hostel and Hayashi Fumiko Literary Monument is 3 km away. Each room has a shared bathroom with a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Abe Oji Shrine, Momogaike Park and Abeno Harukas. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 26 km from Mad Cat Hostel Osaka & Bar.
Traveller reviews
Emily
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
“I will come back again !”
Everything is perfect!! The staffs are super friendly and helpful. The cats are sooooo cute and adorable. There is a bar just at the entrance. You have got everything you need in this hostel
Sam
solo_traveller
May 24, 2026
Ok look, I've never stayed at a hostel prior to my stay at Mad Cat, but I'm confident no other hostel will ever compare. The dorm is exceptionally clean with all the conviences needed like a light, privacy curtain, chest with a padlock and power point. The bed and pillow were more comfortable than the hotel I stayed at the night before! The vibes around the hostel are elite! Perfectly curated shared space with great decor, very groovy. The cats Kogo and Maru are icons (and incredibly friendly). The bar out the front creates a fantastic atmosphere for guests, hostel workers and locals who drop by alike. Very social in the best way possible. But most of all, the people. Yoshi, Oscar and Marta are like the coolest people ever, professional at being hostel host people (?) but so easy to get along with. You instantly feel at home. The positive vibes set by the staff infect the guests. Conversation flows freely and it couldn't be easier to make friends. I legit couldn't recommend Mad Cat enough.
Patrick
solo_traveller
May 15, 2026
“Amazing”
What an amazing experience! This hostel really exceeded my expectations. The atmosphere was super cozy and relaxed, making me feel right at home immediately. The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and always up for a chat or good tips. The cats Maru and Kogo are also very sweet and friendly. The rooms and common areas were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The location was also perfect: close to everything you need, yet quiet enough to relax properly. I met nice people here and made beautiful memories. Without a doubt, one of the best hostels I have ever stayed at. I would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a nice, affordable, and social place to stay. I will definitely be back if I get the chance! Thanks for the fun stay and the cozy evenings in the bar with Marta and Oscar as amazing bartenders🤩
Kacper
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
“Staff of hostel must be most kind people I’ve met in Japan up to this point. They will help you with everything like foo”
Honestly everything
Ishan
extended_group
May 2, 2026
The property, staff was super amazing (reiko, yoshi, marta, phan all of them). Very well located, just a few mts from bus stop. Meeting kogo and maru as super nice as well.
Jackeline
couple
April 25, 2026
It’s the best place I’ve stayed, the stuff is so nice, everything was awesome and we got to meet people who we could hang up with
Racha
solo_traveller
April 24, 2026
“Best stay ever”
I’ve travelled in 31 countries and stayed in three times as many hostels and this is the best one I’ve been to. If you’re looking to book a hostel in Osaka, don’t think twice and book this one!
Ramya
solo_traveller
April 24, 2026
The cats, the warmth and the vibes!
Erica
couple
April 20, 2026
“Cats”
Cute cats!!! Friendly staff, felt like hanging out in a friends living room
Zachary
solo_traveller
April 17, 2026
“The most homely stay I’ve ever had”
Everyone I met there was easy to talk to. A great meory for my first ever time traveling solo.
Doyun
solo_traveller
April 16, 2026
“Really good people”
Daria
solo_traveller
April 8, 2026
Feels like home
Nynke
solo_traveller
April 3, 2026
Maru and Kogo 🫶🏼
Julien
solo_traveller
April 2, 2026
The place was awesome, beds are confortable and the staff was lovely !
Ailish
solo_traveller
March 21, 2026
10/10 hostel, clean and cosy, two adorable cats and the BEST staff. Felt like home.
Sophia
couple
March 16, 2026
“A wonderful place to stay. And had so much fun with the staff, and guests and Maru and Kogo obviously”
Everything. It was such a beautiful little place to be. Having a bar there was fantastic - listening to sticky fingers with the staff and having a drink while playing uno with other guests! The location was amazing, so many places to eat around and close to stations. The common area and kitchen were great also - getting to sit with Maru and Kogan
Monika
solo_traveller
March 12, 2026
Awesome quirky vibes, the cutest cats, best people, felt like at home 🏠
Amy
solo_traveller
March 7, 2026
Very friendly and accommodating staff and the hostel was super clean and comfortable. Plus the bar and living area was so cute and made it easy to make friends.
Jutta
couple
March 4, 2026
We loved the vibes and people there. They had everything you need!
Christina
solo_traveller
February 25, 2026
“Really liked it”
Enjoy the vibe
Facilities
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Bar
General
Non-smoking throughout, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Services
Shared lounge/TV area
Japanese-Style Twin Room
The twin room features air conditioning, tatami, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower and a bidet. The twin room provides heating. The unit has 2 futons.
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
The quadruple room includes a shared bathroom, well-fitted with a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The unit has 2 beds.
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