APA HOTEL UENO EKIMINAMI, Tokyo

Ueno Station (JR and subway) and Okachimachi Station are both within a short walk, providing easy access to the Yamanote Line, Ginza Line, and the Keisei Skyliner to Narita Airport (approximately 60 minutes). The hotel is located on Ameyoko shopping street, offering countless dining options - from ramen to izakaya - and convenience stores. Ueno Park, with its museums and zoo, is about 10 minutes on foot. The area is lively day and night, and the hotel itself is noted for being peaceful despite the bustling surroundings. Akihabara is a 15-minute walk away. For Haneda Airport, allow about 30 minutes by taxi or train.

Each room includes a private unit bath with bath, shower, bidet, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Amenities include a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, refrigerator, yukata, slippers, and carpeted flooring. Bed sizes: standard double beds are 140 cm wide; twin beds are 110 cm each. The deluxe twin room, with two beds, offers more space but only three are available per day. Rooms are compact - typical for Tokyo - and luggage can be stored under the bed. Most rooms are non-smoking; select electronic cigarette rooms are available but may retain smoke odors, so choose accordingly. Some rooms face the road and may experience noise if windows are opened; centrally controlled air conditioning ensures comfort, but temperature adjustments are not room-specific. Housekeeping is provided daily, with a full cleaning every third day for longer stays; towels and amenities are replenished as needed.

Breakfast is served from 07:00 to 09:30 as a buffet with international dishes. The selection is basic and may not fully satisfy those seeking a hearty morning meal; vegan and vegetarian options are extremely limited (white rice and salad only), and eggs contain fish. Dinner offers international cuisine. The restaurant is located on the ground floor. Given the hotel's location on Ameyoko Street, guests have immediate access to a wide range of Japanese and international restaurants, izakayas, and convenience stores within a minute's walk.

For leisure, the hotel does not offer a gym, pool, or spa. However, a vending machine provides drinks, and an ice machine and microwave are available in the lobby. Ueno Park, a 10-minute walk away, offers green space, ponds, museums, and walking paths. The area itself is lively for exploration.

The hotel provides free WiFi throughout rooms. Reception is open 24 hours, with express check-in/out via automated kiosks. Luggage storage is free but only on the day of check-in and check-out; overnight storage is not possible. Parking: on-site public parking costs ¥3000 per day on a first-come, first-served basis; accessible parking is available. Housekeeping is daily; for longer stays, a full clean occurs every three days with daily towel replacement. Facilities include a lift, trouser press, and vending machine (drinks). Accessibility: wheelchair-accessible rooms and toilet grab rails are available. No laundry facility on site; nearest laundromat is 15 minutes away. Security features: 24-hour security, CCTV, key card access, smoke alarms. Pets are not allowed. Accepted cards: Amex, Visa, Diners, JCB, NICOS, UC, MasterCard.