25. ACCOMODATION IDEAS

TOKYO

📢 Important: Check Your Accommodation Conditions Before Booking!

Before booking your stay, make sure the accommodation meets your needs:
✅ Check for an elevator if you have heavy luggage or if anyone in your group has difficulty with stairs.
✅ Read traveler reviews to spot any issues (noise, cleanliness, space).
✅ Confirm that the host or hotel allows your group size before booking.

Exemple for :

📅 Duration: 5 nights
👥 Capacity: Accommodations suitable for 2 to 5 people
💰 Price: Listed for 5 people for 5 nights

🏠 Best Location

🔹 Near a JR Yamanote Line station for easy access to Tokyo’s main areas.
🔹 Close to major subway lines: Ginza, Marunouchi, Fukutoshin, Hibiya, Hanzomon, Asakusa.

🏡 Accommodation Options

🟢 Airbnb

1️⃣ Uguisudani – €1,080
📍 6-7 min walk to Uguisudani Station (easy access to Ueno, Akihabara, Shibuya, Harajuku).
🔗 Airbnb Link

2️⃣ Ōtsuka – €949
📍 7 min walk to Ōtsuka Station (JR Yamanote Line).
🔗 Airbnb Link

3️⃣ Shinagawa – €1,091
📍 3 min walk to Kita-Shinagawa Station / 14 min to JR Shinagawa Station (Shinkansen, Yamanote Line).
⚠️ May require a transfer to reach central Tokyo areas via Yamanote Line.
🔗 Airbnb Link

4️⃣ Shinjuku Gyoen – €1,219
📍 5 min walk to Shinjuku-Gyoemmae Station (subway).
🔗 Airbnb Link

5️⃣ Sumida – €864
📍 8 min walk to Morishita Station (Toei Oedo Line) / 10 min to Rikugien Station (JR Sobu Line).
🔗 Airbnb Link

6️⃣ Sumida – €937
📍 3 min walk to Oshiage Station (SkyTree, Toei, and Tokyo Metro lines).
🔗 Airbnb Link

7️⃣ Akasaka – €920
📍 1 min from Akasaka Station (Chiyoda Line) / 5 min from Marunouchi and Ginza Lines.
🔗 Airbnb Link

8️⃣ Hanzomon – €1,334
📍 2 min walk to Hanzomon Station (Hanzomon Line, easy access to tourist spots).
🔗 Airbnb Link

🟡 Booking (Hotels & Apartments)

9️⃣ Ueno – €882
📍 Near Ueno, Inaricho, and Shin-Okachimachi Stations (direct access to Yamanote Line and Shinkansen).
🔗 Booking Link

🔟 Ikebukuro – €687
📍 6 min from Ikebukuro Station (JR Yamanote) / 3 min from Higashi Ikebukuro.
⚠️ Many negative reviews about noise and bathroom conditions.
🔗 Booking Link

1️⃣1️⃣ Akihabara – €1,170
📍 Near Akihabara Station (Yamanote Line, lively but touristy area).
🔗 Booking Link

1️⃣2️⃣ Komagome – €546
📍 2-5 min walk to Komagome Station (JR Yamanote Line).
⚠️ Check reviews (no elevator, small space).
🔗 Booking Link

🟠 Agoda (Hotels & Apartments) (Affiliate link)

1️⃣3️⃣ Roppongi – Hotel (3 rooms) – €1,015
📍 Near the subway, lively area.
🔗 13 Agoda

1️⃣4️⃣ Asakusa – Apartment – €785
📍 Near public transport, close to Tokyo SkyTree.
🔗14 Agoda

1️⃣5️⃣ Tamachi – Hotel – €800
📍 300m from public transport (JR Yamanote Line).
🔗 15 Agoda

1️⃣6️⃣ Minowa – Hotel – €635
📍 300m from Minowa Station (Hibiya Line).
🔗16 Agoda

📌 Tips for Choosing the Best Accommodation

✅ Priority: Close to the Yamanote Line or main subway lines.
✅ Read reviews carefully, especially about elevator access, noise, and bathrooms.
✅ Check walking distances from the station (more than 10 min can be tiring).

🎯 Which Option to Choose?

🔹 Budget-friendly? Komagome (€546), Ikebukuro (€687), Minowa (€635).
🔹 Close to Yamanote Line? Uguisudani, Ōtsuka, Shinagawa, Shinjuku Gyoen, Akihabara.
🔹 Lively neighborhood? Akihabara, Shinjuku, Roppongi, Asakusa.

Accomodation near a direct line to airport.

📢 Important: Check Your Airport & Direct Transport Options Before Booking!

If you’re planning a round-trip between Tokyo and Bangkok, make sure to check which Tokyo airport you’re flying from – Narita or Haneda. Choosing accommodation with a direct train connection to your departure airport will make your trip much easier, saving time and avoiding unnecessary transfers. Below are hotels with direct train access to either Narita or Haneda Airport to ensure a smooth departure.

🏠 Hotels with Direct Access to Narita Airport

1️⃣ Hamamatsucho – €331
📍 Less than 2 min from the station.
🚆 Direct line to Narita: Keisei Narita Line.
🤖 Special Hotel: Fully operated by robots!
🔗 Booking Link

2️⃣ APA Hotel Ueno – €231
📍 Direct train access to Narita.
🔗 Agoda Link (affiliate link)

3️⃣ APA Hotel Ueno – €272
📍 Direct train access to Narita.
🔗 Agoda Link

🏠 Hotels with Direct Access to Haneda Airport

4️⃣ Shinagawa – €269
📍 Direct line to Haneda Airport.
🔗 Agoda Link (affiliate link)

5️⃣ Shinagawa – €278,67
📍 Direct line to Haneda Airport.
🔗 Agoda Link (affiliate)

KYOTO

📢 Important: Check Your Accommodation Conditions Before Booking!

Before booking your stay, make sure the accommodation meets your needs:
✅ Check for an elevator if you have heavy luggage or if anyone in your group has difficulty with stairs.
✅ Read traveler reviews to spot any issues (noise, cleanliness, space).
✅ Confirm that the host or hotel allows your group size before booking.

Exemple :

📅 Duration: 4 nights
👥 Capacity: Accommodations suitable for 2 to 5 people
💰 Price: Listed for 5 people for 4 nights

🏠 Best Areas to Stay in Kyoto

🔹 Higashiyama: Close to major attractions, calm atmosphere, and near subway access.
🔹 Kawaramachi-Sanjo: Lively downtown area with shopping, restaurants, and entertainment, close to subway/train stations.
🔹 Kyoto Station: More bus connections than subway, but still convenient with many restaurants nearby.
🔹 Karasuma-Oike: Quiet area with some restaurants and shops, near the main subway line.

🏡 Accommodation Options

🟢 Airbnb

1️⃣ Higashiyama – €908
📍 5 min walk from the subway.
🔗 Airbnb Link

2️⃣ Higashiyama – €640
📍 5 min walk from the subway.
🔗 Airbnb Link

3️⃣ Higashiyama – €600
📍 2 min walk from the subway.
🔗 Airbnb Link

4️⃣ Kyoto Station (Entire House) – €522
📍 5 min walk from Kyoto Station.
🔗 Airbnb Link

🟠 Agoda (Hotels & Houses)

5️⃣ Hotel – Higashiyama – €764
📍 Less than 5 min walk from the subway.
🔗 Agoda Link

6️⃣ Hotel – Higashiyama – €676
📍 Less than 5 min walk from the subway.
🔗 Agoda Link

7️⃣ Entire House – Higashiyama – €788
📍 Less than 5 min walk from the subway.
🔗 Agoda Link

8️⃣ Hotel – Higashiyama – €460
📍 Less than 5 min walk from the subway.
🔗 Agoda Link

9️⃣ Hotel – Kawaramachi-Sanjo – €642
📍 Close to public transport and lively downtown area.
⚠️ Only one bed; the rest may be futons on the floor.
🔗 Agoda Link

🟡 Booking (Hotels & Houses)

🔟 Hotel – Karasuma-Shijo – €623
📍 Convenient location near metro stations.
🔗 Booking Link

1️⃣1️⃣ Entire House – Kyoto Station – €707
📍 5 min walk from Kyoto Station.
⚠️ Only futons on the floor, small house, no guest reviews yet.
🔗 Booking Link

1️⃣2️⃣ Hotel – Higashiyama – €789
📍 Less than 5 min walk from the subway.
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1️⃣3️⃣ Hotel – Sanjo-Keihan – €665
📍 Between two subway/train stations, 5-7 min walk.
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1️⃣4️⃣ Hotel – Karasuma – €559
📍 6 min walk from two stations.
🔗 Booking Link

🌙 Option: One Night in Nara – Stay in a Ryokan

What is a Ryokan?
🏯 A traditional Japanese inn where guests sleep on futons on the floor.
🍽️ Meals (dinner & breakfast) are often served in-room (extra charge).
♨️ Many ryokan have their own onsen (hot spring baths) – Tattoos are usually NOT allowed.

🏡 Ryokan Options in Nara

🔹 Ryokan 1 – €323
📍 2 min walk from Kintetsu Nara Station.
✅ Breakfast included, dinner available for an extra charge.
✅ Public onsen (only for guests, but shared).
🔗 Booking Link

🔹 Ryokan 2 – €278
📍 700m from Kintetsu Nara Station.
✅ Two private onsen (reservation required at reception).
✅ No meals included, but breakfast & dinner can be added.
✅ Massage chairs available.
🔗 Booking Link
💡 Best value for money!

🔹 Ryokan 3 – €455
📍 500-700m from Kintetsu Nara Station.
✅ Onsen available.
✅ Meals must be reserved at least 2 days before arrival (no fish-free options).
🔗 Booking Link

📌 Tips for Choosing the Best Accommodation

✅ Priority: Stay near subway/train stations for easy access.
✅ Read reviews carefully, especially about elevator access, noise, and bathrooms.
✅ For ryokan stays, consider whether you’re comfortable sleeping on futons and using shared or private onsens.

🎯 Which Option to Choose?

🔹 Budget-friendly? Kyoto Station (€522), Karasuma (€559), Kawaramachi (€642).
🔹 Close to sightseeing? Higashiyama, Sanjo-Keihan.
🔹 Lively neighborhood? Kawaramachi-Sanjo.
🔹 Authentic Kyoto feel? Higashiyama, Kyoto Station.
🔹 One-night ryokan experience? Nara (best value: €278 private onsen ryokan).

Why Stay in a Ryokan in Nara?

In my opinion, staying in a ryokan in Nara is a more authentic and convenient experience compared to Kyoto. Ryokan in Kyoto tend to be more touristy, while in Nara, you can find a quieter, more local atmosphere. Instead of staying three nights in a hotel in Kyoto and then moving for one night in a ryokan, why not simply organize your visit to Nara and stay overnight? This way, you can fully enjoy the onsen, take a peaceful evening walk in Nara, away from the crowds, and wake up refreshed before heading to Tokyo, Osaka, or your next destination the next morning!

OSAKA

📢 Important: Check Your Accommodation Conditions Before Booking!

Before booking your stay, make sure the accommodation meets your needs:
✅ Check for an elevator if you have heavy luggage or if anyone in your group has difficulty with stairs.
✅ Read traveler reviews to spot any issues (noise, cleanliness, space).
✅ Confirm that the host or hotel allows your group size before booking.

Exemple for 2 nights, 3 days

📅 Duration: 2 nights
👥 Capacity: Accommodations suitable for 2 to 5 people
💰 Price: Listed for 5 people for 2 nights

🏠 Best Areas to Stay in Osaka

🔹 Namba: The most touristy area, but great for shopping, restaurants, and nightlife.
🔹 Umeda: Near Osaka’s main train station, shopping malls, and activities.
🔹 Shinsekai: A retro, nostalgic district with a unique atmosphere.

🏡 Accommodation Options

🟢 Airbnb

1️⃣ Shinsekai – €200
📍 5 min from public transport.
⚠️ Very lively area – check reviews for noise.
🔗 Airbnb Link

2️⃣ Abeno Aruka – €206
📍 Quiet at night, many shops nearby, 2-4 min to transport.
🔗 Airbnb Link

3️⃣ Nipponbashi (Near Namba) – €254
📍 1 min from Nipponbashi Station (direct train from Nara).
⚠️ Noisy at night.
🔗 Airbnb Link

4️⃣ Namba – €328
📍 Between Namba and Nipponbashi stations, great location.
⚠️ No elevator, 4th floor – check for noise issues.
🔗 Airbnb Link

5️⃣ Tennoji (Abeno Haruka) – €270
📍 Close to the station, good area.
🔗 Airbnb Link

6️⃣ Namba Parks – €270
📍 Right next to Namba train station.
🔗 Airbnb Link

7️⃣ Shinsekai – €270
📍 Near three stations: Dobutsuen-mae (5 min), Shin-Imamiya (8 min), Tennoji (10 min).
🔗 Airbnb Link

8️⃣ Nipponbashi – €230
📍 Very close to Nipponbashi Station, great for easy transport.
🔗 Airbnb Link

9️⃣ Nipponbashi – €226
📍 1 min from Nipponbashi Station.
🔗 Airbnb Link

🔟 Nagahoribashi/Shinsaibashi – €227
📍 5 min from Nagahoribashi Station, 6-7 min from Nipponbashi, 6-7 min from Dotonbori.
🔗 Airbnb Link

1️⃣1️⃣ Nihonbashi/Namba – €254
📍 5 min from Nihonbashi Station, 4 min from Namba Station.
🔗 Airbnb Link

🟡 Booking (Hotels & Apartments)

1️⃣2️⃣ Shin-Osaka – €287
📍 Directly in front of Shin-Osaka Station (best for Shinkansen to Tokyo).
⚠️ Farther from the city center (20-40 min by metro), but well-connected.
🔗 Booking Link

1️⃣3️⃣ Shinsaibashi – €298
📍 Very well located, quiet, very clean, close to metro and many restaurants.
🔗 Booking Link

1️⃣4️⃣ Nipponbashi – €293
📍 Near Nipponbashi Station (150m), 900m from Namba.
🔗 Booking Link

1️⃣5️⃣ Ebisucho (Shinsekai) – €195
📍 100m from Ebisucho Metro, 300m from Imaimiyaebisu Train Station.
🔗 Booking Link

1️⃣6️⃣ Ebisucho (Shinsekai) – €198
📍 300m from Ebisucho Metro, 550m from Imaimiyaebisu Train Station.
🔗 Booking Link

1️⃣7️⃣ Dobutsuen-Mae (Shinsekai) – €208
📍 350m from Dobutsuen-mae Metro, 650m from Shin-Imamiya Station.
🔗 Booking Link

📌 Tips for Choosing the Best Accommodation

✅ Best for convenience: Stay in Namba, Nipponbashi, or Shinsaibashi.
✅ Avoiding noise? Consider Abeno Haruka or Shin-Osaka.
✅ Best for nightlife? Namba, Shinsekai, or Nipponbashi are great.
✅ Proximity to transport: Shin-Osaka is best for Shinkansen connections.

🎯 Which Option to Choose?

🔹 Budget-friendly? Shinsekai (€195-€208), Nipponbashi (€226-€254).
🔹 Best location? Namba, Nipponbashi, or Shinsaibashi.
🔹 Best for Shinkansen access? Shin-Osaka (€287).
🔹 Quieter stay? Abeno Haruka (€270), Shinsaibashi (€298).