Ratings based on 299 Guest Reviews
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4.1 Room cleanliness
4.2 Service & staff
3.7 Room comfort
4.0 Hotel condition
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by A traveller
Posted Jan. 13, 2024 on Expedia
by A traveller
Posted Dec. 11, 2023 on Wotif
I was really excited to stay in the 'Superior Room' from the photos however there is no door, just a curtain which people mistook for a staff area and put luggage in front of. Weirdly no actual roof which also made the area feel less private/safe. The safe was broken so would recommend bag locks too. There was also alot of noise from the other rooms on both nights we were there, which to be fair can't always be helped but it added to the discomfort we had from this experience.
by A traveller
Posted Oct. 17, 2023 on Expedia
Novel idea capsule bed between bookshelves. Certainly not for weak of heart or claustrophobic. But fun for students saving money.
by A traveller
Posted Oct. 14, 2023 on Expedia
by A traveller
Posted Sep. 25, 2023 on Expedia
Positives:
--Most beautiful lounge of any hostel I've stayed at
--Great views of Shinjuku
Neutral:
--Front desk service was alright, if at times stand offish.
--cleanliness (especially of bathrooms) was so so
Negatives:
--AC was not great and unlike capsule hotels there are no vents in the bunks, leading to what was a hot and stuffy night. I didn't use any blanket and I was still too hot.
--Mattress was uncomfortable.
--There are no lockers. Granted I've never had anything of mine stolen in Japan but it would be nice to have the peace of mind, plus lockers are standard in hostels anyway.
I'm glad I stayed here for a night but I probably wouldn't rebook. Many capsule hotels I've stayed in are cheaper, have better amenities, cleanliness, and working AC.
by A traveller
Posted Sep. 15, 2023 on Expedia
If your looking for a good hostel to stay at in Shinjuku I would recommend this place.
by A traveller
Posted Sep. 3, 2023 on Expedia
The vibe of the hostel is ideal for a book-lover.
Although most of the books are in Japanese, which as a tourist who don't know Japanese find difficult to read one, you can still see a general theme through the book choices. It can be seen that they had really pay effort in creating an environment where you can 'stay with books'. Staffs are very helpful as well.
by A traveller
Posted Jul. 21, 2023 on Expedia
The location is good if you’re in Tokyo for the night life. The Book and Bed Cafe is cute but the hostel is not great. The majority of the hostel area is just plain plywood, the mattresses are so thin that when laying on my side my hip could feel the plywood beneath, and the sleeping pods were SO hot. The bathrooms were pretty dirty.
Compared to the Osaka counterpart, this hostel leaves much to be desired.
by A traveller
Posted Jul. 17, 2023 on Expedia
Really cool place, loved the vibe. Beds relatively comfy and quiet. Easy access from Shinjuku station and in a great area for food, shopping and activities/sightseeing. Capsules get really hot as they aren’t air conditioned but that’s really the only thing I would fault.
by A traveller
Posted Jun. 29, 2023 on Expedia
First time staying in a hostel and first time staying in a hotel with a capsule like concept. Very cool spot. Great ambience in the common areas. Great staff. Really great food in the cafe. You also can’t beat the price in that area of Shinjuku. You’re in walking distance to a million great things. The only drawback is obviously the space for sleeping and storing your stuff. It’s small and there’s not a lot of room for your luggage. The shared bathroom was pretty clean for the most part, but it’s still a shared bathroom. For the price and for the experience and for location, I definitely recommend. You aren’t going to be the most comfy you’ve ever been, but that’s ok!
