5 Cheap Hotels and Hostels Near Tokyo Station (2024 Edition)

1. Have a Cuppa While Reading Manga at Hotel Houshi Kaikan [Bakurocho]

In the same area, there is another option that many tourists recommend for those who prefer wider spaces. Its name is "Hotel Houshi Kaikan". It offers reasonably priced single, twin, and semi-double Western-style rooms, as well as Japanese-style rooms that can be booked for groups of up to 3 people.

Its forte is probably the manga corner with over 200 comic books! Borrow your favorite manga, pour yourself a free drink from the bar, and relax. If you're more of a social person, you can use the shared computer and free Wi-Fi instead.

This is what the Japanese room looks like: tatami (rice straw) mats and futon (mattresses), along with a TV that has all the main channels. The facility also has a free public bath that's separated in 2 areas for each gender. Despite being near the city center, this place is truly a relaxing hotspot!

2. Experience the Best of Cosplay Culture at Bnb+ Costelun Akiba (Female Only) [Iwamotocho]

Are you a female cosplayer? This is the place for you, then! This all-female hostel was recently established Akihabara, Tokyo's foremost otaku paradise. In tribute to its location, you are welcome to wear cosplay anywhere within its premises and ask anything on this topic!

The bunkbeds match all the other Bnb+ facilities: cozy, functional, and quiet. The bathrooms are extremely wide and clean, and you'll be provided with plenty of free toiletries.

This is the common space, where you can stretch your legs and watch TV, as well as use its white background to take great cosplay photos and selfies. It's got something you won't find in any other hostel: a sewing machine and an iron for any emergency cosplay fixes! How amazing is that?!

3. The Owner of Backpacker's Mini House [Otemachi] is the Friendliest Around

This is a lovely, small guest house that's ideal for backpackers and travelers on a budget. It consists of 3 floors: the ground floor is entirely dedicated to the reception and the shared living room, while the other 2 floors are the dormitories, one floor per gender.

These are the incredibly soft and comfortable bunk beds. If you're not that into capsule hotels, this is a great compromise. It is also conveniently within walking distance from several train stations and tourist hotspots.

The common space offers everything you need to cook your own meal, from kitchenware to a microwave oven. If you need anything else, just ask the owner, who is mentioned by most guests for his friendliness and kindness!

4. Have a Room All For Yourself at Hotel Horidome Villa [Kodemmacho]

Dormitories and capsule hotels are just not your thing? Well, in Tokyo, there are budget-friendly hotels as well! Here, you will find Western-style rooms with all the necessary amenities: slippers, toiletries, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. If you didn't bring your laptop, you can even borrow theirs (for a price)!

Something you definitely can't get in most budget hotels and hostels is a window. Many of the rooms here allow you to enjoy the sunlight and a decent view from your bed. Another big plus is that all the rooms come with their own bathroom!

This hotel is particularly recommended if you want to rest after an intense day out working or sightseeing. It even offers free freshly made coffee to boost your energy in the morning!

5. Pay Only For What You Need at Nine Hours Woman Kanda (Women Only) [Kanda]

Nine Hours is a capsule hotel chain aiming to offer a simple environment to do 3 basic activities: shower (1h), sleep (7h), and get dressed (1h). This totals 9 hours, hence its name. This is one of its women-only branches.

If you're a lady who wants budget accommodation without giving up on style, this might be the hotel for you. The only decorations are writings and doodles that will guide you throughout the building, like the capsule numbers in the above picture.

The inside of each sleeping pod is bright and kind of futuristic. Since it's meant to be just for sleeping, everything is kept pretty simple and there isn't any additional equipment, such as a TV. Each of the 3 activities are charged separately, so keep that in mind if you plan to stay here.

 

Were you aware of all these low-cost possibilities in the center of Tokyo? One of the top things to do in Japan is to stay at a capsule hotel, of which there's tons of options, as this article as shown. But there are also plenty of affordable places that offer more space for you to stretch out. Check them out today!

*All of these prices are estimates and per person. They are variable and will change depending on your booking date.