Hotels near Toshima, Tokyo

The hotel is located on the west side of Ikebukuro. Be careful not to be misled by Google Maps when searching for an exit with luggage. Just head west and look for Exit C6 (which has up/down escalators) or Exit 14 (which has an elevator). Google Maps led me to the East Exit near Exit 38, and I had a tough time dragging my suitcases through Ikebukuro Station! There are station maps inside Ikebukuro Station that show which exits have elevators. The owner speaks Chinese, so communication was easy. It's the first time I've found a front desk that speaks Chinese after being in Japan for so long. The hotel feels more like a guesthouse and doesn't have an elevator. Guests on higher floors should be mindful of carrying luggage; fortunately, I was on the second floor this time. The common area has tables, a water dispenser, and a large refrigerator where you can store drinks or food like chocolate. Just be aware it's shared, so bag your items to prevent others from taking them. Unlike other hotels, there's no coffee machine in the common area, but instant coffee packets are available. There's also a microwave to heat up bento boxes. There are two men's and two women's shower rooms on the first floor, and another shower room on the top floor (4th floor). Fresh towels can be found in a bin near the entrance. There's no washing machine or dryer on-site. You'll need to walk across the street to a laundromat, which can be inconvenient if it's raining. The dryers at that laundromat seem more suited for large loads (starting at 8kg), which might be overkill for tourists with fewer clothes. It costs 100 yen for 8 minutes of drying. I chose to dry for 16 minutes and then took my clothes back to the hotel to air dry them overnight with the AC. If you don't mind a bit of a walk, Google Maps can show you another laundromat nearby where you can dry clothes for 10 minutes for 100 yen. Also, you need to buy detergent for 50 yen at the laundromat. (However, if the owner is around, you might be able to get a little laundry detergent from them. I once had some cotton dolls that needed cleaning and the owner helped me out with some detergent for a quick wash – just don't ask for too much.) The room is quite spacious, and the bed is wide. There's a small table for using a laptop or other items. All facilities are well-equipped. There are plenty of hooks for hanging clothes directly opposite the air conditioner, and you can adjust the airflow to help dry them. Upon entering the hotel, you need to take off your shoes and put them in the public shoe cabinet, which doesn't have a lock. There are shared slippers, but I brought my own as I felt the shared ones might not be very hygienic. Be careful not to leave your personal slippers in the common area; keep them in your room, otherwise, someone might wear them away (one of mine was taken, luckily I had another pair). When going upstairs, socks are fine. Near the hotel, there's a supermarket called Akashi Zatsujiten where you can buy inexpensive drinks, cheap fruits like bananas, and discounted bento boxes in the evening. It's open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 AM. The owner was very kind and helped me receive a package, which they placed directly in my room. It was merchandise from a Bandori Live event. A few days before the event, there weren't many Bandori fans, mostly Caucasians and Indians. But in the following days, many more Chinese people arrived, all carrying cotton dolls. You can email the hotel to ask for the package receiving address, just remember to include your name. Overall, this hotel is pretty good for Tokyo. It's close to Ikebukuro, making it convenient for travel, and also great for Bandori fans doing a pilgrimage. My suggestion for the hotel: Please add a curtain divider between the two public shower stalls downstairs. Currently, only one curtain covers both, though I haven't encountered two people showering at the same time yet.

Great Location: The hotel is conveniently located about an 8-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station's East Exit, close to Sunshine City. It's surrounded by numerous shops, restaurants, and convenience stores, making it incredibly easy to get around and go shopping. Well-equipped Facilities: The hotel offers services like free WiFi and luggage storage. There's a 24-hour lounge on the first floor providing complimentary drinks and even manga for guests to read. Some rooms are also equipped with amenities like refrigerators and TVs. Clean and Comfortable Rooms: Both the guest rooms and common areas are kept quite clean, and the bedding is comfortable. While the room sizes are generally small, the layout is well-planned and meets basic accommodation needs.

The hotel’s location and cleanliness are excellent. Considering that you will probably walk a lot during your trip to Tokyo, the hotel’s proximity to the metro station provides great convenience. The staff’s attitude and warm approach were also very commendable. When I went to the reception to solve a small problem I had in the room, a lady at the reception accompanied me to my room and helped me fix the issue. As a negative point, I can mention that the air conditioners are centrally controlled, so the temperature does not really change even if you adjust it. Also, there are only two washing machines and two dryers available for guests, which sometimes feels insufficient.

Before coming, I was a bit worried about the hotel's age and potential issues with its facilities. However, upon arrival, it exceeded my expectations. The environment is top-notch, and the hygiene is excellent. They provide a wide range of high-quality amenities. The room was tidied up perfectly every day. Key points: The hotel's location is superb, extremely close to the central shopping area of Ikebukuro. Even on rainy days, spending an entire day at Sunshine City, which is connected to the hotel, is no problem. Furthermore, the dining options in Ikebukuro are surprisingly affordable. You can find quality meals with good service for 1000-1500 yen. Even if you don't want to eat out, the FamilyMart on the first floor of the hotel can cover all your meals with a rich variety of options. Lastly, the transportation is very convenient. From Ikebukuro East Station, you can easily reach Shinjuku and Shibuya. From the West Station, you can get to Ueno, Ginza, and Sumida.

A Healing Retreat Tucked Away in the City's Bustle | XX Hotel Stay Experience ✨ I was in the city for a business trip and this hotel immediately caught my eye among many others. I initially just wanted a place to crash, but unexpectedly, I found three days of pure relaxation here 🌿. As soon as I wheeled my luggage to the front desk to check in, a lovely lady greeted me with a warm smile, offering an ice towel and lemon tea. Coming straight from the stuffy subway station, I was instantly touched by her thoughtfulness. The check-in process was incredibly fast; before I could even finish half my tea, the room key was already in my pocket. I casually mentioned wanting a quiet room, and they quietly noted it down, assigning me a high-floor room facing a residential area. This kind of attentiveness smoothed over my travel fatigue even faster than the air conditioning 👍. Opening the room door, I was truly impressed! The room didn't have the flashy, over-the-top decorations of many trendy hotels. Instead, it featured a low-saturation Morandi color palette. The solid wood furniture felt smooth and textured, and the sunlight filtering through the semi-transparent sheers onto the carpet, combined with a faint white tea scent in the air, meant there was no pungent new-renovation smell at all. The biggest surprise was the bedding – it had just the right firmness for my bad back, hitting my comfort sweet spot. With two pillow options, one high and one low, even a picky pillow person like me found a perfect match. I fell asleep instantly every night of my three-day trip, and even my dreams felt sweeter 😴. The bathroom area was incredibly well-designed for guests! The shower had great water pressure, hot water instantly, and the lather rinsed off easily. Even the shower gel was orange-scented, leaving me smelling fresh and fruity all over. The amenity box was made from biodegradable materials, showing a thoughtful commitment to environmental protection in the details. The sink counter had ample space for all my toiletries, so I no longer had to squeeze when doing my makeup – it's so considerate for women! 👏 Breakfast on the second day also exceeded my expectations! It wasn't just a perfunctory cold buffet. The freshly made wontons burst with savory meat filling, the freshly ground coffee was rich and aromatic, and even the congee was perfectly thick and sticky. Paired with crispy pickled vegetables, a bowl in the morning warmed my stomach. The dining area was also spotless, and the staff cleared tables promptly, so you never saw any messy tables. When I casually asked for recommendations for good food nearby, a staff member even drew me a handwritten map, and the local eateries they recommended were much more to my taste than any internet-famous spots! The location couldn't be better. It's a ten-minute walk to the subway station, making it super convenient for getting to shopping districts and attractions. Just around the corner is the old city's wet market; buying fresh lychees in the morning and strolling around felt so authentic. Returning to the hotel at night, it was so quiet you could only hear the wind outside the window. This 'tranquility in the midst of hustle and bustle' location is absolutely perfect. When I checked out after three days, the front desk even gave us two boxes of local osmanthus cakes as a souvenir, telling us to take them home to try. This kind of unforced warmth felt so comfortable – not overly solicitous, yet making you feel cared for in every detail. I will definitely stay here again next time I visit this city! I've already recommended it to friends who are planning to visit. If you're looking for comfortable and thoughtful accommodation, you really should go for it – you definitely won't regret it! ✅

The location is fantastic! It's just a short walk from Ikebukuro Station, and the surrounding area has absolutely everything you could need, making it extremely convenient. All in all, it's a great place! We found it convenient, comfortable, and were completely satisfied.

The room is small, Japanese-style11 sqm i book conneting room, The location is very convenient, close to JR. There’s a FamilyMart, AEON, and many delicious and reasonably priced restaurants nearby. You can walk to Tobu Department Store every day for shopping. The hotel offers a welcome drink available anytime, and there is a separate onsen for men and women. In the evening at 6:00 PM, there is a free happy hour with drinks—perfect for alcohol lovers. My husband really loved it. The amenities are also of good quality. If I visit Japan again, I would definitely choose to stay here—the price is very reasonable too.

I know hotel rooms in Tokyo are small, but I didn't expect them to be this small! This was supposed to be a double room! It had a 1.22m small double bed, which is impossible for two people to sleep on, so I had to book another single room. Turns out, that single room also had a 1.22m wide bed. So, the 'double room' only offered an extra set of toiletries – oh, and an extra chair. The toiletries were just a toothbrush and toothpaste; nothing else like a comb, shower cap, or cotton swabs. There wasn't even any bottled water. For multiple nights, the bed wasn't made, and they didn't provide new toothbrushes or slippers. One small tube of toothpaste definitely wasn't enough, so I had to go to the front desk to ask for an extra dental kit. Ultimately, there was no service whatsoever, just a bed to sleep in. The single room was over 1200 yen, and the double room over 1400 yen. The value for money is just too low. Its only saving grace is the location, being close to Ikebukuro Station, a major subway hub with access to multiple lines. However, Tokyo's subway network is so developed that the advantage of this location isn't worth the price. I'd much rather stay somewhere more comfortable. I definitely won't be choosing this hotel again.

I liked this place. A pretty standard classic capsule hotel: sizeable capsule with a console, daily turnover service, large shower and onsen room with an attached steam room. Service was good: they have an army of twinks working there after hours, it was like being checked in by BTS. All issues I had with my capsule (broken lightbulb) were addressed quickly and cheerfully. Sometimes it kinda seemed like they were laughing at a few of the foreign guests, but you know what, fair. This place is kinda rules heavy, with lots of notices posted around the property. There is no eating or drinking in the capsules, and instead you have to go to this common area that feels a bit like a hospice for abandoned uncles. Vending machines, manga library, smoking cubicles, that sorta thing. Clean and tidy though, equal numbers of dudes using it for remote working and day drinking (I have a feeling that some ppl live in this place). They have the usual elaborate system of lockers and keys, but they will store your luggage for you while you are out. No need to check out in the day. Overall a chill experience. While I was staying there though some dude did have a mini breakdown about what he saw as it's shortcomings, so I just wanted to comment on that. According to him the place was disgusting. He was especially perturbed by the housekeeping service and the showers. His claim was the the toilets were dirty and that it was unacceptable to fold bedsheets on the floor. Mind you, he was having this rant at 10:30 - checkout is at 10:00, meaning that a whole stampede of airport-bound weebs had just taken spicy ramen fuelled power dumps so they could get out of there on time. Most of the day the facilities were pretty spotless in my opinion. In regards to folding the bedsheets on the floor, I dunno what in the Disney princess he was expecting, but there really isn't anywhere else to do it. I think it's unreasonable to expect little doves to come fly your linens into your capsule tbh. The capsules are literally on... the floor! What do you want? His overall complaint that the space was generally messy was a lot more valid. At this point I had a suspicion that they kind of segregated foreigners from Japanese customers. It's true, that the foreign floor was a bit of a tip - luggage thrown around, empty bottles everywhere, garbage. I went up to the Japanese floors to snoop around a bit. Spotless. (Pictures of both included for comparison) In this case I think the call is coming from inside the capsule, not really fair to hold the staff accountable to your own messy manners. His final gripe was about the showers - specifically the lack of private cubicles. Private cubicles were not advertised anywhere and Japanese onsens are pretty standardly communal spaces, so again I dunno what he wanted. Maybe a shower, with a curtain? Maybe a shower with a door? Maybe a shower with a psychic forcefield that would make his ex girlfriends forget his underwhelming junk and prevent his father from behind disappointed in him? I'm not sure. But I guess the dozen shower stations with soap, shampoo, and face wash weren't cutting it. In fact a lot of the Western guests seemed pretty pranged out by the shower situation, waiting until like two am to wash up and then scurrying around the baths with a hand towel infront of their package like a little purse. If you regret going bald, that's on you. Kinda silly, but if you are bashful maybe this also isn't the hotel for you. Unreasonable though to blame the establishment for you own shame. Anyway, that's all to say the worst part of my stay was for sure the ranting and raving from an unshowered backpacker while I was trying to have a lie in. Otherwise a pretty decent stay.

My actual stay experience was pretty good. I encountered an auntie at the front desk who spoke Chinese, which was a relief because it was my first time in Japan and I was checking in alone, so I was a bit apprehensive. She helped me with the check-in process. I later realized that Toyoko Inn's check-in is super simple – you can do it completely self-service and contactless with just your passport and the machine. Pajamas and some basic toiletries can be picked up near the front desk. The hotel also offers a very simple breakfast in the morning, so don't expect anything fancy. The hotel's location is quite convenient. It's about a 10-minute walk from the subway station, which is probably the maximum distance you'd want to walk with luggage. After dropping off my bags, I could walk back the same way to reach a lively commercial street. The hotel is located right on the edge of a fairly bustling commercial area. Inside the room, the phrase 'small but perfectly formed' fits perfectly. There's enough space to open a suitcase flat. The bed comfort and size were both quite suitable. The buildings are quite close together, so there's not much of a view outside the window, but it's better than having no window at all. It seems that if your hotel booking exceeds a certain amount, you'll need to pay an additional tax, I think it's for bookings over 500. It's best to prepare cash or an international credit card in advance. I'm not sure if Alipay or WeChat Pay work.