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Located in Wakayama, 1.3 km from Oka Park and 1.2 km from Wakayama History Museum, Guesthouse RICO offers a terrace and air conditioning. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. There is a private bathroom with shower in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. The units include bed linen. Guests can chill out in the on-site bar or lounge. A bicycle rental service is available at the guest house. Popular points of interest near Guesthouse RICO include Wakayama MIO, Takanoji Temple and Muryoko-ji Temple. Kansai International Airport is 40 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
2 double beds
1 bunk bed
1 double bed
4 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
and
2 futon beds
2 futon beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Wakayama

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tabitha
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The futon bed was so comfortable, the room was easily heated despite the cold weather, the facilities were clean and the design of the entire place is beautiful. Appreciated the well-equipped kitchen space - there’s plenty of room to cook a full...
  • Kerem
    Germany Germany
    Very friendly, welcoming and helpful staff, nice big roof terrace with great view around the area, spacious dorm rooms with separate toilet and shower, great lounge area and kitchen space with very nice interior design. Overall very good vibes in...
  • Ming
    Taiwan Taiwan
    About 15 mins walk from Wakayama station and there's a bus stop around can take you to the station or a famous shrine in Wakayama area. The staff was nice and friendly. There is a public bathhouse that has been open for a long time within a...
  • Ludovic
    France France
    The room was actually a studio flat. Everything you need is provided and very clean and the location was close to everything. On top of that the staff was really welcoming. If you stop at Wakayama it’s clearly the place to book your nights
  • Yurou
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room is clean and cozy. The staff from the reception is kind and recommended us some restaurants. We tried the ramen and izakaya, they are really good!!!
  • Daniel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice bar area with fantastic cheesecake. Big dorms so nice and spread out
  • Manuel
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Stylish hostel with comfortable beds, big common area, delicious bar/snack options in the evening and near Wakayama castle. Each shared room also has its own shower room and toilet.
  • Ziying
    Australia Australia
    Love everything about the place. Great location, staff and bed. It’s spacious and I enjoy the facility very much. The place also runs as a cafe and their cheese cake is delicious.
  • Pow
    Australia Australia
    I booked a private room and it had everything I needed - aircon (hot and cold), comfortable bed with bedside lights, desk, sofa, fridge, kitchenette, shower, toilet and even a washing machine. It was like a studio apartment. Bar/cafe has good...
  • Phillippa
    Australia Australia
    Great location, super cosy and friendly home away from home. Lovely place for locals and travellers to mix. Snacks and drinks on site. The staff were lovely and helpful and spoke English with us, gave us lots of tips. There's a great map with...

Hosted by Takashi Miyahara & Mari Tachibana

9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score
Takashi Miyahara & Mari Tachibana
A 20-minute walk from JR Wakayama Station, Guesthouse RICO offers dormitory-style and private rooms with free Wi-Fi. The guesthouse was renovated from an old apartment building situated in the street where is known as a wholesale district for a long time. The reception and lounge are on the 1st floor while the guestrooms are on the 5th floor. Featuring warm hardwood walls & floors and old furniture, the lounge is a relaxing space for not only staying guests but also local people. It serves western-style breakfast in the morning, and opens as a bar at night. Guests can choose to stay in private double rooms or in dormitory-style rooms. There are both western style dormitories with bunk beds, and Japanese-style dormitories where guests sleep on tatami-matted floors. All guestrooms have air conditioning. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. The guesthouse is conveniently located within walking distance to Wakayama Castle and many other sightseeing spots. It is a perfect base for touring the city.
Languages spoken: English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Guesthouse RICO
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Japanese

House rules
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Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardJCBUnionPay credit cardCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 11:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, additional fees apply for late check-in after 22:00. Please contact the property directly for details.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 11:00:00.

License number: 和歌山市指令保生第3888号

FAQs about Guesthouse RICO

  • The prices at Guesthouse RICO may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Guesthouse RICO include:

    • Bed in Dormitory
    • Twin
    • Double
    • Family
    • Quadruple
  • Check-in at Guesthouse RICO is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Guesthouse RICO is 350 yards from the centre of Wakayama. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guesthouse RICO offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Bicycle rental