TOKYU STAY SHINJUKU EASTSIDE, Tokyo

The hotel sits on a arterial road at the edge of Kabukicho, Tokyo's nightlife district, which means the area feels lively at night but remains walkable and safe. The closest metro is Higashi-Shinjuku Station on the Oedo Line (3 minutes), and Shinjuku Station is a 10-15 minute walk (or a short taxi ride of around ¥1,000). Narita Airport is best reached by limousine bus to Shinjuku Station, then a short train or taxi to the hotel. Haneda Airport is 23 km away. Several convenience stores (7-Eleven, Lawson, Family Mart) are within a minute's walk, and a 24-hour supermarket (Maruetsu) is 150 metres away. The area is packed with restaurants and bars, though some street-facing rooms hear emergency sirens due to the main road.

Accommodation ranges from double rooms (with a 1600 mm wide bed) up to spacious family rooms, twin rooms, and a suite with a separate living room and terrace. Each room includes air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, an electric kettle, tumble dryer, and a trouser press. The in-room washer/dryer is a standout convenience for longer stays, allowing guests to do laundry without shared facilities. While room size is above average for Tokyo, some double rooms are compact - especially for two people with large suitcases. Road-facing rooms can be noisy due to traffic and emergency vehicles; requesting a higher floor or a room away from the street is advised. Bed comfort is generally good, though some have noted firmer pillows and bedding. The private bathroom includes a bath, shower, toilet with grab rails, and quality toiletries (POLA or Refa).

Breakfast is a buffet featuring Japanese dishes such as miso soup, along with some Western items (bread, pastries, canned fruit, pancakes on some days). The selection is limited and leans heavily Japanese, so those expecting a full Western spread may find it underwhelming. Coffee is from a machine; no specialty coffee is available. The buffet costs ¥1650 per person and is available during set morning hours. For guests who prefer a different option, the hotel is surrounded by restaurants - from ramen (Niboshi Ramen Nagi is 0.5 km away) to casual Japanese diners (Gohandokoro Yayoiken is 0.5 km away) and fast food (McDonald's across the street). A Tully's Coffee is just around the corner. A convenience store in the building offers snacks and drinks with a discount for hotel guests.

There is no fitness centre, swimming pool, or spa on the property. The rooftop terrace is available for guests to sit and enjoy city views, but it is not a full-service bar area - drinking is not permitted there. Free coffee and hot drinks are available in the lobby, and a vending machine sells drinks. For leisure, the hotel's location places guests close to Shinjuku's shopping, nightlife, and entertainment districts, including the Samurai Museum (500 metres away) and Golden Gai (a few minutes' walk).

The hotel provides free Wi-Fi in all areas, a 24-hour front desk with staff who speak some English, and luggage storage before check-in and after check-out (note: day-use rooms are not available). Additional services include room service (with extra charges), fax/photocopying, and a trouser press in the room. Safety features are comprehensive: 24-hour security, CCTV, key card access, smoke alarms, and a security alarm. Accessibility is addressed with wheelchair-accessible universal rooms (maximum 2 adults), a lift, and toilets with grab rails. A Yamato transport service is available for sending luggage to other locations, such as Osaka. The hotel does not provide baby cots but does offer child-friendly amenities such as a kid-friendly buffet and family rooms. Check-in is at 15:00 (early from 12:00 may cost extra), check-out at 11:00. Accepted payment methods include American Express, Visa, Diners Club, JCB, UC, and MasterCard.