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Featuring a terrace, bar and views of river, Hostel Chapter Two Tokyo is located in Tokyo, 100 metres from Asakusa Station.

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9.1
Superb
840 reviews
Price from
£129.81
1 night, 2 adults

Attractively set in the Nakano district of Tokyo, GrapeHouse Koenji is situated 500 metres from Keimei Park, less than 1 km from Yamato Park and a 8-minute walk from Mabashi Park.

I stayed here with my friend for four nights and had such a fantastic time. It was our first time away from home and in a foreign country without family. Sanae (host) truly felt like a nurturing aunt and made us feel at home. Became friends with lots of the sweet other girls that were staying with us. A great place to make friends and felt very safe. The area is sooo cool. We spent lots of time exploring the area and loved coming home to GrapeHouse. So thankful for the host’s thoughtfulness and the memories we made here. Thank you sanae!!✨🌸🌸
Review score
9.3
Superb
266 reviews
Price from
£61.82
1 night, 2 adults

Attractively situated in the Sumida Ward district of Tokyo, Wise Owl Hostels River Tokyo is set 500 metres from Sumida Cultural Museum, 400 metres from Chiisanagarasunohonno Museum and 700 metres from...

Great location with sumida river right across the street and views of skytree.
Review score
8.6
Fabulous
3,078 reviews
Price from
£51.51
1 night, 2 adults

In a prime location in Tokyo, Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel&Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. This 3-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk.

Comfortable futon, bath, cleanness. Convenience store was close. Walk to Ueno station about less than 10mins.
Review score
8.1
Very good
3,057 reviews
Price from
£270.13
1 night, 2 adults

Conveniently situated in Tokyo, UNPLAN Shinjuku provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a bar.

very cramped rooms ,no soundproofing, uncomfortable pillow, dirty bathrooms with a lots of hair and mold .only positive is location
Review score
8.2
Very good
3,461 reviews
Price from
£82.94
1 night, 2 adults

Conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from Jimbocho Subway Station, Sakura Hotel Jimbocho provides international accommodation with friendly English-speaking staff.

Nice and clean, would recommend :)
Review score
8.0
Very good
2,562 reviews
Price from
£65.18
1 night, 2 adults

Open from September 2017, TOKYO-W-INN Asakusa offers accommodation just a 4-minute walk from Tawaramachi Station and a 7-minute walk from Asakusa Station.

Clean, practical location and kind staffs. I would like to visit again.
Review score
8.2
Very good
1,331 reviews
Price from
£78.30
1 night, 2 adults

Set in Shinjuku in central Tokyo, UNPLAN Kagurazaka's convenient location makes it easy to reach all parts of Tokyo.

Staff wasn't very nice, the room was crowded between men and women. Bathroom was also mixed and did not like that. They only provided one towel. Rooms smelled like feet, and it felt really uncared for. It felt somehow impersonal. I stayed at another capsule hotel in Nagoya and it was very different, a better experience, felt more clean and detailed. "Breakfast" included was just coffee, juice, granola, yogurt and one bagel per person. I did not like this place.
Review score
8.5
Very good
1,174 reviews
Price from
£94.01
1 night, 2 adults

Situated just a 2-mintue walk from Kuramae Subway Station on Asakusa line and Toei Oedo line, Nui. HOSTEL & BAR LOUNGE offers free WiFi throughout the property.

Everything! It was by far the best place I stayed in Tokyo.
Review score
8.8
Fabulous
1,536 reviews
Price from
£82.42
1 night, 2 adults

Set in the East side of Tokyo, Hostel DEN is a 2-minute walk from Kodenma-cho station. All rooms feature a shared bathroom. Free WiFi is available. Edo Tokyo Museum is 1.8 km from the hostel.

Good location: 10mn from Kanda and minutes from the H line. (Relatively) Cheap and cheerful atmosphere Free drink and activities foster convivial hostel vibe. Rooftop must be nice on warm sunny days. Staff speaks good English and is helpful.
Review score
8.1
Very good
1,208 reviews
Price from
£42.84
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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    Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 1,081 reviews

    Conveniently set in the Taito district of Tokyo, &AND HOSTEL ASAKUSA KAPPABASHI is located 300 metres from Rinko-ji Temple, 100 metres from Matsuba Park and 400 metres from Hoon-ji Temple.

    Guest review
    Nice good location , clean , quiet , great staff !
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    Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 278 reviews

    Situated in Tokyo, 300 metres from Ichiyo Memorial Museum, OHWA hostel minowa station features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Clean place. Staff super friendly. Everything you need.
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    Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 377 reviews

    Beagle Tokyo Hostel&Apartments in Tokyo features on-site dining, as well as free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms include a shared bathroom with a bath or shower.

    Guest review
    Comfortable place to spend the night before a flight ✈️
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    8.0
    Very good · 445 reviews

    Offering free Wi-Fi and a completely non-smoking environment, Hotel Palace is a 7-minute walk from JR Minami-Senju Station. The hotel has a shared kitchen. A free internet station is provided.

    Guest review
    The room, toilet, and front reception was all clean.
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    Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 49 reviews

    Set within 400 metres of Shoutokuji Temple and less than 1 km of Tobu Museum, 民泊TOKYO one シェアハウス offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Tokyo.

    Guest review
    Super clean and quiet. Everything you need for a solo traveller.
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    7.8
    Good · 1,027 reviews

    Ideally set in the Arakawa district of Tokyo, &AND HOSTEL MINAMISENJU is situated 700 metres from Jokanji Temple, less than 1 km from Susano Shrine and a 12-minute walk from Arakawa Furusato Bunkakan.

    Guest review
    Chill place & vibe. Good price too. Staff are cool.
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    Review score
    7.6
    Good · 1,740 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Tokyo Guest House Ouji Music Lounge is situated in Tokyo, just a 5-minute walk from Oji Station. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

    Guest review
    The hotel is worth pay I paid for, clean, and friendly staff😊
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    Review score
    4.4
    Disappointing · 212 reviews

    Offering free WiFi, 54Journey Roppongi offers accommodation in Tokyo, 600 metres from Naemura Yoshinori Monument and 300 metres from Franciscan Chapel Center.

    Guest review
    Check in and out was easy. Room was comfortable with a good location.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Tokyo

  • Central location
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    9.4
    Superb · 361 reviews

    Located in Tokyo, 300 metres from Kuramae Mizu no Yakata, Tokyo Hikari Guesthouse features views of the city.

    Guest review
    Clean, near station, direct train to & from airport
  • Central location
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    9.3
    Superb · 266 reviews

    Attractively set in the Nakano district of Tokyo, GrapeHouse Koenji is situated 500 metres from Keimei Park, less than 1 km from Yamato Park and a 8-minute walk from Mabashi Park.

    Guest review
    Very relaxed atmosphere, very kind and helpful staff!
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 399 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Ota Ward district of Tokyo, 328 Hostel & Lounge is situated 2.4 km from Uramori Inari Shrine, 2.6 km from Miwa Itsukushima Shrine and 2.9 km from Omori Hachiman Shrine.

    Guest review
    Very close to the airport Really comfortable beds and duvet Extremely clean
  • Central location
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    9.1
    Superb · 840 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, bar and views of river, Hostel Chapter Two Tokyo is located in Tokyo, 100 metres from Asakusa Station.

    Guest review
    Amazing location and room with nice rooftop overlooking the river
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 387 reviews

    Situated in Tokyo, 700 metres from Kameari Kochikame Statue, MAKOTO GUESTHOUSE -Enjoy your stay- provides air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    It's a really nice Guesthouse and a good place to meet people.
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 1,149 reviews

    A 10-minute walk from Akihabara Electric Town, Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel open 2021 after renewal offers simple private rooms with an en suite bathroom.

    Guest review
    All cleans and really comfortable stay. My kids really love it.
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 121 reviews

    Set within 600 metres of Tokaku-ji Temple and 500 metres of Ryukoku-ji Temple, 上野之家分館家庭房 offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Tokyo.

    Guest review
    I like the staff the best. Extremely long and helpful.
  • Central location
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    8.9
    Fabulous · 798 reviews

    Well situated in the Sumida Ward district of Tokyo, Nomad Hostel Classic is situated 700 metres from Komagatado, 500 metres from Chiisanagarasunohonno Museum and 600 metres from Asakusa Station.

    Guest review
    Perfect in every way, get exactly what you expect, loved it
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 2,514 reviews

    Located in Tokyo, 600 metres from Suginomori Shrine, CITAN Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a bar.

    Guest review
    Really great staff helping me with pop mart Labubus!
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 1,536 reviews

    Situated just a 2-mintue walk from Kuramae Subway Station on Asakusa line and Toei Oedo line, Nui. HOSTEL & BAR LOUNGE offers free WiFi throughout the property.

    Guest review
    The staff, the food, the bar, and the common areas.
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 292 reviews

    Situated in Tokyo, within 1.4 km of Uramori Inari Shrine and 1.7 km of Miwa Itsukushima Shrine, Guesthouse Sensu features a terrace.

    Guest review
    Great location., near the train station and shops.
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 647 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the Chiyoda district of Tokyo, Backpacker's Mini House is located 300 metres from Bellesalle Kanda, 600 metres from Nikkei Hall and 700 metres from Tokiwa Park.

    Guest review
    Nice guy looking after it, homely vibe. Good location.
  • Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 779 reviews

    In the heart of historical district Asakusa, the quiet K's House Tokyo Oasis - Quality Hostel in Asakusa offers private rooms and dorm beds. It features free Wi-Fi, a shared kitchen and a launderette.

    Guest review
    Good location, about 10 min away from stations by foot
  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 3,078 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Sumida Ward district of Tokyo, Wise Owl Hostels River Tokyo is set 500 metres from Sumida Cultural Museum, 400 metres from Chiisanagarasunohonno Museum and 700 metres from...

    Guest review
    The location is good and the people are really great
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 20 reviews

    Ideally situated in the Katsushika district of Tokyo, Beginning guest house is set 1.6 km from Shoganji Temple, 1.6 km from Kameari Katori Jinja Shrine and 1.4 km from Ario Kameari Shopping Mall.

    Guest review
    Great location. A 10 min walk to the train station. Owners left recommendations on what to do, which was great.
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 698 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the Minato district of Tokyo, Akasaka Guesthouse HIVE is located 500 metres from Kaishu Katsu & Ryoma Sakamoto Teacher and Student Monument, 500 metres from Turning Hill in...

    Guest review
    So kind staff and so comfortable staying miss you guys already
  • Central location
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    8.5
    Very good · 774 reviews

    Well set in the Taito district of Tokyo, &AND HOSTEL KURAMAE west is set 600 metres from Choen-ji Temple, 600 metres from Jinnai Shrine and 700 metres from Tokaku-ji Temple.

    Guest review
    So clean and very kind People. Thanks for everything.
  • Central location
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    8.5
    Very good · 534 reviews

    Well situated in the Sumida Ward district of Tokyo, Nomad Hostel East is situated 500 metres from Komagatado, 500 metres from Chiisanagarasunohonno Museum and 400 metres from Asakusa Station.

    Guest review
    Really clean, has everything needed and comfortable
  • Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 88 reviews

    Situated in Tokyo and within 300 metres of Sekido Museum, Hostel 1010 & MILLS COFFEE has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Guest review
    Great place and location close to the city but also very quite
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 1,098 reviews

    Boasting a terrace and a bar, Tora Hotel Asakusa is situated in Tokyo, 300 metres from Chiisanagarasunohonno Museum and 500 metres from Tokyo Origami Museum.

    Guest review
    Good location, great infrastrucuture, nice Staffel
  • Central location
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    8.4
    Very good · 598 reviews

    Attractively located in the Taito district of Tokyo, Base Inn Uguisudani is located 90 metres from Calligraphy Museum, 300 metres from Nippori South Park and 800 metres from Kanei-ji Temple.

    Guest review
    Amazing staff, clean and tidy facilities and quiet.
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 1,164 reviews

    In a prime location in the Taito district of Tokyo, TenTen Guesthouse in Asakusa is located 300 metres from Nitenmon Gate, 400 metres from Edo Taito Traditional Crafts Center and 300 metres from...

    Guest review
    Everything was good, as described, no complaints :)
  • Central location
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    8.3
    Very good · 180 reviews

    Well set in the Meguro Ward district of Tokyo, waves nakameguro is situated 700 metres from Hibari Misora Memorial House, 1 km from Nakameguro Park and less than 1 km from Daikanyama Address Dixsept.

    Guest review
    Very big common area,an interestingly decorated ....
  • Central location
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    8.3
    Very good · 738 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the centre of Tokyo, Glamping Tokyo Asakusa provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant.

    Guest review
    Great location, the stuff were very helpful as well :)
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 1,105 reviews

    Well located in the Taito district of Tokyo, Hostel Wasabi Asakusa is situated 500 metres from Edo Taito Traditional Crafts Center, 700 metres from Kinryu Park and 700 metres from Ichiyo Memorial...

    Guest review
    Nice location, everything is clean and comfortable
  • Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 2,480 reviews

    Well situated in the Ota Ward district of Tokyo, plat hostel keikyu haneda home is set 2.5 km from Uramori Inari Shrine, 2.7 km from Morigasaki Kotsu Park and 2.8 km from Miwa Itsukushima Shrine.

    Guest review
    The place is cozy and clean. The staff is friendly.
  • Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 1,324 reviews

    Well located in the centre of Tokyo, Guest House Tokyo Samurai provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Guest review
    Pretty central, comfortable, the bed were very separated
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    Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 3,461 reviews

    Conveniently situated in Tokyo, UNPLAN Shinjuku provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a bar.

    Guest review
    Friendly staff, clean facilities and perfect location.

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    8.0
    Very good · 572 reviews

    Set in the centre of Tokyo, 100 metres from Nihon Christ Kyokai Kashiwagi Church, Lucky Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. This 2-star hostel offers luggage storage space.

    Guest review
    The host is very nice and kind. TTraffic is convenient.
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    Review score
    6.7
    Pleasant · 1,208 reviews

    Located in Tokyo and within 500 metres of Kemmyo-in Temple, Hostel Lodging Tokyo Uguisudani features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Guest review
    Spare baggage area Nice showers Good WiFi Great location
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    6.4
    Pleasant · 429 reviews

    Well set in the Shinjuku Ward district of Tokyo, Tokyo House INN is located 300 metres from Koizumi Yakumo Memorial Park, 300 metres from Inari Kio Shrine and 500 metres from Okubo Park.

    Guest review
    Great location. Large room for 8 people. Numerous showers and toilets.
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    7.3
    Good · 869 reviews

    Conveniently set in the Arakawa district of Tokyo, Hostel LodgingToyko Minowa is set 600 metres from Ichiyo Memorial Museum, 1.1 km from Susano Shrine and 1.3 km from Sunpearl Arakawa.

    Guest review
    Such a nice place, peaceful and clean, okay location !
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    6.2
    Pleasant · 293 reviews

    Set in Tokyo, within 200 metres of Tanishiinari Shrine and 300 metres of Kokusan Match Hassho no Chi Monument, 誠家 MAKOTO HOSTEL provides accommodation with free WiFi.

    Guest review
    the room and the facility is very clean. hot water for bathroom is great.
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    6.5
    Pleasant · 114 reviews

    ICE MOUNTAIN GUEST HOUSE in Tokyo provides adults-only accommodation with a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

    Guest review
    Great experience and amazung price for the location and cleanliness. Bathrooms and shared showers were greatly above expectation.
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    7.2
    Good · 370 reviews

    Situated in Tokyo, 400 metres from Matsuba Park, Hostel Kura features views of the garden.

    Guest review
    the bed was really nice, and the staff were really nice.
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    7.5
    Good · 370 reviews

    Located in Tokyo, 700 metres from TABATA Memorial Museum of Writers and Artists, Base Inn Tabata features views of the city.

    Guest review
    GREAT value for money! Made a lot of friends. ありがとう💗

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  • Review score
    7.9
    Good · 1,548 reviews
    The hostel is in a great location in Shinjuku. It is close to the Golden Gai area if you plan on going out at night. The beds were comfortable with a curtain. Under the bunk beds, there is an area/locker for each person to store their belongings. The room has AC. The bathrooms were clean and the showers are hot. The staff were helpful and friendly. I would stay here again.
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    Sinead
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £103.13
    Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 779 reviews
    I did not realised when I booked (not sure if the information is there … somewhere, that this is a dormitory style backpackers hostel. The kitchen was great, and the staff were friendly and helpful and the location was excellent
    Guest review by
    Marysol
    Family with young children
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 387 reviews
    Close to a great supermarket and convience store, so cheap food is easy to get, great staff for sociallising and talking to new people. One of the most “hostel” environments I’ve stayed in, i got to meet new people, drink and hangout discorvering Tokyo along the way
    Guest review by
    Alexander
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 1,164 reviews
    Everything, I have lived in hostels of several other countries but this was the best hostel. It’s cheap, near to attractions, bus stops nearby, trains to airport and Ginza line were about 10-minute walk. Even after checking out you could leave your luggage for few hours and use the first floor facilities.
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    Nor Lyana binti
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 1,444 reviews
    It was in a great location next to a Japanese Bath house which was fantastic. I also enjoyed the area with lots of cheap restaurants around in the hostel provides free tea and coffee.
    Guest review by
    Andrew
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 3,066 reviews
    Everything! It's the best hostel I have ever stayed in Tokyo so far. - I was a little afraid at first because the room I got is a mixed dormitory (snoring, etc.). But turns out it was really quite and everybody was so considerate. Shower and toilets are clean. The staff cleaned it quite frequently. - I like the fact that you can also store luggage under your bed!
    Guest review by
    Ninah
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 1,208 reviews
    One of the best hostels I‘ve ever stayed in! Super clean, extremely comfortable and such a lovely vibe. Not many hostels manage to create such a nice social atmosphere. Great location as well. Will come back for sure!!
    Guest review by
    Leandra
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £62.96
    Review score
    6.4
    Pleasant · 4,568 reviews
    It is as described in the pictures, but a bit shabbier, less 'shiney'. Overall I enjoyed my stay, and the experience of it. It was certainly cheaper than hotels and I booked late so had few hotel options. The mattress was extremely uncomfortable, although I should mention that I have a bad back anyway. The dormitory was safe, secure, all fellow guests I met were nice. The staff were all very nice. Very good bathroom facilities. All facilities well looked after, clean, working, and accessible. I would use it again.
    Guest review by
    Clare
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 2,140 reviews
    Siesta fostered a good clientele. Everyone was respectful of keeping quiet in the dormitory section, respectful in the bathroom, and friendly in the common room. The mattresses were large and didn't cover the entire capsule, leaving a nice space to store things. As with all hostels, I recommend bringing earplugs or headphones to suppress the general noise in the dorm. Capsules are better than bunk beds at sound suppression, but by no means perfect.
    Guest review by
    Kim
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £273.28
    Review score
    7.6
    Good · 1,511 reviews
    Friendly staff, welcoming inclusive atmospheres, Great location (5 min away from Sensoji temple, a bit far from the station, about 10min. But the scenery of the area is so unique and I enjoyed walking. I felt safe to walk back to the hostel from the station midnight by myself, and the local people there are really kind). I stayed in a dormitory room, everyone was kind and thoughtful ( quiet at night). Stayed there for 4 nights and I had a good time there! I also liked the electric piano at the entrance.
    Guest review by
    Momoko
    Solo traveller

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