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This unusual capsule hotel is notable for its welcoming staff and retro Eighties atmosphere. Perfect for refreshing yourself between performances!
Address: 1-26-3, Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
7 minutes' walk from Ikebukuro Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Seibu Ikebukuro Line, Tobu Tojo Line) (East Exit).
TEL: 03-3971-8751
http://www.kinuyahotel.jp/
Reservations: Phone only
Price: ¥2,900 per person (Students: ¥2,700)
*Men only
*Free morning coffee
A Japanese ryokan (inn) whose owner loves travelling and meeting people from around the world. Enjoy grass-roots international interaction in the hotel lounge!
Address: 2-36-8, Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
TEL: 03-3971-3766
http://www.kimi-ryokan.jp/
Reservations: Phone, online
Price: from ¥4,000 (single), from ¥5,800 (twin)
Experience mainland Asia via Chinese staff and even Chinese on the emergency exit signs! Breakfast is available in Japanese, western or Chinese styles.
Address: 1-5-3, Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo
6 minutes' walk from Iidabashi Station (JR, Tokyo Metro).
TEL: 03-3816-6130
http://www.jcfc.or.jp/institution/hotel.html
Reservations: Phone, online
Price: from ¥5,300 (single), from ¥7,800 (semi-double)
Popular with overseas guests, and featuring a café with food and drink from all over the world. While in Japan enjoy the experience of travelling abroad!
Address: 2-40-7, Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
5 minutes' walk from Ikebukuro Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Seibu Ikebukuro Line, Tobu Tojo Line) (West Exit).
TEL: 03-3971-2237
http://www.sakura-hotel-ikebukuro.com/
Reservations: Phone, online
Price: from ¥4,980 (single)
Special F/T Stay offer: free breakfast for day after you check in
This guest house is a renovated 90-year old folk house, complete with a Mt. Fuji tumulus in the garden. The communal living room is great for meeting other backpackers.
Address: 2-13-21, Iriya Taito-ku, Tokyo
1 minute walk from Iriya Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line).
TEL: 03-6458-1686
http://backpackersjapan.co.jp/
Reservations: Phone, online
Price: from ¥2,600 (dormitory)
Special F/T Stay offer: 1 free drink
This hotel is like a secret hideaway in the bustle of Ikebukuro. The service is friendly and the organic breakfast buffet is always popular with guests.
Address: 1-30-7 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
5 minutes' walk from Ikebukuro Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Seibu Ikebukuro Line, Tobu Tojo Line) (East Exit).
TEL: 03-3984-5121
http://www.grand-city.jp/
Reservations: Phone, online
Price: from ¥4,900 (basic single)
Special F/T Stay offer: 1-night stay with breakfast for ¥6,000