APA HOTEL AKABANE IWABUCHI EKIMAE, Tokyo

The hotel sits in a quiet residential area with a supermarket right next door and a 7-Eleven across the street. Multiple restaurants are within a 5-minute walk, offering Japanese, Spanish, and Italian options. Shoko-ji Temple is a 3-minute walk away, and Daiman-ji Temple is 300 metres from the property. Akabane Park is 8 minutes on foot, and the Arakawa Museum of Aqua is within 1 km. Haneda Airport is 31 km away; the station area gives access to a bus for Harry Potter Studio Tour and other attractions. The neighbourhood is less touristy, practical for daily needs.

Each room includes a private bathroom with a bath, shower, bidet, hairdryer, slippers, and a work desk. The twin room sleeps two on separate beds; the double room has one bed. Rooms are compact but functional, with a kettle for tea and coffee. Windows are standard; noise from the road is minimal given the residential setting. Some units may have limited heating in colder months. The hotel also has a large public bath on the second floor. Rooms are cleaned daily and the bathroom is well-equipped. Choose a twin if you prefer separate sleeping surfaces.

The restaurant, 土佐鶏肴ジロー, focuses on Japanese cuisine and is primarily open for breakfast. The buffet includes a variety of dishes praised for freshness. For other meals, the surrounding area offers numerous dining choices within a short walk - from Spanish bar to Italian trattoria and Japanese set meals. A supermarket and 7-Eleven are immediately adjacent for snacks and drinks. The hotel also has a vending machine for drinks.

The hotel provides 24-hour reception and security, with key card access and CCTV throughout. Express check-in/check-out is free. Luggage storage is available free of charge, useful for early arrivals or late departures. Laundry service is also free. A drink vending machine is on the premises. No parking is available, but the hotel is well-connected by public transport. Invoice provided upon request. Fax/photocopying is free.