HOTEL RIO SHINJUKU, Tokyo

The hotel is a 7-8 minute walk from Higashi-Shinjuku subway station or JR Shin-Okubo station, and roughly 10-12 minutes from Shinjuku Station, providing access to the Yamanote Line and airport limousine buses from Haneda. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 23 km away; reach it by limousine bus to Shinjuku, then a 20-minute walk or a 7-minute taxi ride. The immediate neighbourhood is lively and packed with dining options, including Korean, ramen and convenience stores such as 7-Eleven. A short walk brings you to Kabukicho nightlife, Meotogi Shrine and Koizumi Yakumo Memorial Park.

Each double room has one double or queen-size bed (with the option to rent an air bed), air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, and a sofa. Bathrooms are well-fitted with a bath, shower, bidet, hairdryer, slippers and free toiletries. The overall design is functional and dated, with some rooms facing the street or a busy alley where noise from people and the nearby 24-hour store can be heard. The property is a love hotel, which influences the room decor (occasional condom vending machine, older furnishings and specific room features). For travellers prioritising space and location over contemporary styling, the room size and well-equipped bathroom are strong advantages.

The hotel does not operate its own restaurant or dining room. A self-serve coffee machine is available in the lobby at all times. The immediate area is dense with dining options, including Korean barbecue, ramen, convenience stores and a 24-hour Don Quijote. Several restaurants and street-food options are within 300 metres. Guests planning a full breakfast or organised meals should plan to eat out.

The hotel offers a sun terrace with outdoor seating. No pool, spa, gym or sauna is available. The surrounding Shinjuku area provides abundant entertainment, shopping and nightlife options, including Kabukicho, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden and the Yamanote Line to major Tokyo leisure districts.

Internet access is free and available throughout the property. The 24-hour front desk offers luggage storage (free) and holds bags after check-out at no charge. A laundry service is available for an additional charge, and a coin-operated laundry is located nearby. A vending machine dispenses drinks. Safety features include CCTV, smoke alarms and key card access. The lift serves all floors. Cots can be provided. Payment is accepted via American Express, Visa, JCB, UC, UnionPay and MasterCard.