BEST BUDGET HOTELS IN TOKYO, JAPAN
- The.Hotel.Scout
- Aug 29
- 9 min read
Updated: Aug 30
Finding a hotel in Tokyo, Japan can easily be overwhelming. There are so many choices and different places to stay. If you are on a budget for your trip to Tokyo this post is for you. This will save you hours in research and I've only selected the best and most highly rated hotels.
Finding the best budget hotels in Tokyo - that stay affordable even during peak seasons (i.e. cherry blossom season) is not a simple task. To make it easier to find one for your budget, I've broken down the hotels into under €100per night (remember, this price is even during peak seasons) and under €150per night.
The selected hotels are spread out across the city of Tokyo and range from your modern high-rise hotels to guesthouses stays, and even the more traditional Japanese ryokans.
Select from the drop-down menu below for even more information on where you should stay and how you might get there.
WHAT AREA SHOULD I STAY IN:
Tokyo is divided up into 22 district regions (see image below) which helps break down this large city. Below I'm going to quickly highlight some of the more popular areas to stay in these regions when people visit Tokyo BUT of course, you may actually enjoy other regions I haven't highlight. Tokyo is full of places waiting to be explored. Most the ones I will highlight are popular to stay in due to being close to a rail station or close to popular tourist attractions.
Shinjuku (Shinjuku-Ku)
One of the most popular places to stay in Tokyo due to the train station on the JR Line, and the vibrant nightlife. A mix of all prices ranges for hotels; the more budget friendly ones do sell out quick, however. Tip 1: If you only have time for a day trip to Mt Fuji, Shinjuku has the best connections to get there.
Tip 2: For 1st timers to Tokyo, just be aware that having Shinjuku Station as your main train station can be an overwhelming experience due to its size (same as Tokyo Station).
Shibuya (Shibuya-Ku)
Shibuya is also quite popular as it's located in close proximity to many iconic attractions (like Shibuya crossing), is still on the JR Line and also has a bustling atmosphere. Good budget hotels are a lot harder to find in Shibuya with many of the hotels in the mid-high range.
Akasaka (Minato-Ku)
Not a as well-known place to stay but Akasaka is centrally located and is close by to 2 train lines. There are lots of good restaurants as well as nightlife still to be enjoyed just without the craziness of say Shinjuku. Hotels are available in all price ranges.
Ginza (Chuo-Ku)
Ginza is known as a more up market place to stay with luxury shopping stores and many 5 star hotels. Several stations are within walking distance - the largest being Tokyo station. Can be harder to find well rated budget options in Ginza.
Tokyo Station (Chiyoda-Ku)
Tokyo station is located quite close to Ginza and similarly is good for nice restaurants, shops and train connection to many locations. Not as lively as Shibuya/Shinjuku area if you are after nightlife. Tip: For 1st timers to Tokyo, having Tokyo Station as your main train station can be an overwhelming experience due to its size (same as Shinjuku Station).
Asakusa (Taito-Ku)
Asakusa is a popular tourist spot in Tokyo as it showcases the more historic and traditional side of Japan. For example, in Asakusa is Senso-ji temple, the oldest temple in the city. Nakamise Street leads up to the temple - a shopping strip lined with traditional arts and crafts. Accommodation in Asakusa is super budget friendly and is known as a more affordable area to stay in.
Akihabara (Chiyoda-Ku)
Akihabara is THE place to stay for those who love Japanese tech, video games, manga and animae. This area has thousands of shops selling the stuff. Akihabara also has many great food and entertainment options but not huge on nightlife. Hotels are available in all budget ranges.
Ueno (Taito-Ku)
One of the main drawcards for Ueno is Ueno Station. A main train station that offers many connections to other parts of the city. The food scene here is also highly recommended as well as also being known for a great range of accommodation options that suit all types of travelers. Alot of the hotels in Ueno are in the budget to mid-priced range.
GETTING AROUND TOKYO:
QUICK OVERVIEW FOR BEGINNERS:
Below is a basic map of the common train lines in Tokyo that travelers use. My suggestion would be to work out your activities, pin them onto a map, and see where you will be spending most of your time. The other major factor in choosing where to stay (for me personally) is after a long day in Tokyo, where would you like to spend your nights. In an area with good food? nightlife? quiet? safe? or close by to attractions you can visit at night?
Tip: The JR Line is the green circle in the image. This is the most commonly recommended line to stay close to for best access to the majority of tourist places.
TRAIN TICKETS:
The best way is to purchase a rechargeable card like Suica & PASMO. These can be topped up at the automated ticket machines in the train stations. The Suica cards are available to purchase at most JR stations/major Tokyo airports, and the Pasmo cards at non-JR Stations (the privately run railway/subway stations) or again, major Tokyo airports. They will work for both lines, however.
DAY PASSES:
If there are days where you are travelling a lot, day passes are available which can be purchased. These passes give you unlimited rides over a timeframe.
SHINKANSEN:
Reservations for the Shinkansen will need to be booked separately. This is Japan's iconic bullet train that connects you to other parts of Japan.
MORE DETAILED RESOURCES:
Shinkansen
JR Rail Pass
Welcome Suica
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HOTEL MAP Here is the full list of all the hotels we will cover in the list below. You can click on the tags to go straight to the hotel or scroll through for the full pricing, photos and descriptions. Don't forget that each hotel is color coded to indicate price. For the full price breakdown go to my hotel map page here.
01 ⚪Ryokan Sansuiso 02⚪Hotel Paul House
07🟡 Studio Inn Nishi Shinjuku
08🟡 7 Rooms Hotel & Cafe
09🟡 Yksi Sauna & Stay
10 🟡 VIA INN Prime Akasaka
11 🟡 LYURO Tokyo Kiyosumi
12 🟡 Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge
13 🟡 Tokyo East Side Hotel Kaie
14 🟡 Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku
15 🟡 The Kanzashi Tokyo Asakusa
16 🟡 Ito Ryokan
THE BEST BUDGET HOTELS IN TOKYO - UNDER €100 PER NIGHT: SPECIAL NOTES: > REMEMBER THE COLOR CODING FOR PRICING WHICH CAN BE FOUND IN MORE DETAIL HERE > PRICING IN THIS POST SHOWS THE ABOUT COST FOR THE CHEAPEST ROOM - IN LOW SEASON AND IN PEAK SEASON. > EVERY HOTEL HERE YOU CAN STAY IN ALL YEAR FOR EITHER UNDER €100, OR UNDER €150.
1. ⚪SANSUISO RYOKAN - GOTANDA
Ryokan Sansuiso is a Japanese Inn located close to Gotanda JR Station. The rooms are traditional tatami style, some with private bathrooms, others shared.
Max 6
Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku
AUD $95-$135+
USD $60-$90+
EUR €55-€75+
Per night
2.⚪HOTEL PAUL HOUSE - TAITO
Only recently opened in 2024, Hotel Paul House is a modern and bright space, offering well sized rooms (for Tokyo) and a location within walking distance to several train stations. Offers both short and long term stays.
5 Max
Taito, Taito-ku
AUD $105-$160+
USD $70-$90+
EUR €60-€105+
Per night
3. ⚪GUESTHOUSE WAGOKORO - HIGASHINIPPORI
A Japanese style guesthouse with both modern beds and traditional futon beds. There is a shared kitchen and lounge area and location wise is within walking distance to Nippori train station. Guesthouse Wagokoro is consistently high rated so if you don't need to be in the middle of the action, this is a great choice.
Max 4
Higashinippori, Arakawa-ku
AUD $100-$180+
USD $65-$115+
EUR €55-€100+
Per night
4.⚪RESOL POSHTEL - ASAKUSA
A hostel style accommodation with a traditional Japanese inspired design. Located less than 100m to Asakusa station with men only, women only, and shared floors. Resol Poshtel Asakusa would have to be one of the best budget hotels in Tokyo for a solo traveler. Tip: You can actually book out a whole dorm room for a group (5-12 people).
Max 5-12 (whole dorm)
Asakusa, Taito-Ku
AUD $100-$130+
USD $65-$85+
EUR €55-€75+
Per night
5.🟡HOTEL LITTLE BIRD - ASAKUSA
An apartment style hotel located in the quieter streets of Asakusa. Clean, simple rooms which are a great option for families or small groups. Rooftop terrace with city views of Tokyo as well as kitchenettes for basic cooking. Allows both short and long-term stays. Note: No elevator.
Max 4
Asakusa, Taito-Ku
AUD $140-$180+
USD $90-$120+
EUR €80-€100+
Per night
6. 🟡VIA INN SHINJUKU - SHINJUKU CITY
Part of the VIA INN hotel chain, the Shinjuku location is popular due to being only a 3-minute walk from Shinjuku station. The budget rooms are small but still offer great value due to the great location and price. These rooms sell out super-fast so book well in advance if you want to get a great deal.
Max 2
Shinjuku, Shinjuku-Ku
AUD $90-$125+
USD $60-$80+ EUR €50-€70+ Per night
THE BEST BUDGET HOTELS IN TOKYO - UNDER €150 PER NIGHT:
7. 🟡STUDIO INN NISHI SHINJUKU - SHINJUKU CITY
An modern apartment style boutique hotel in a great location close to the center of Shinjuku city. Featuring city views and a rooftop terrace, this is another one that books out many months in advance. Offers both short- and long-term accommodation.
Max 2
Shinjuku City, Shinjuku-ku
AUD $200-$240+ USD $130-$155+ EUR €110-€135+ Per night
8.🟡7 ROOMS HOTEL & CAFE - NAKAKASAI
Located in east Tokyo, 7 Rooms Hotel & Cafe is a great choice for easy access to Disneyland and the airport. Each room is set up like a mini studio with kitchens and washing machines in every room. A flower shop and cafe are on the ground floor, with breakfast available each morning.
Max 6
Nakakasai, Edogawa-Ku
AUD $85-$230+
USD $55-$150+
EUR €50-€130+
Per night
9. 🟡YKSI SAUNA & STAY - SHINJUKU CITY
An apartment style hotel, highly rated for its great location in Shinjuku. A relaxation space can be found on the rooftop under a glamping tent. As well as offering accommodation, YKSI Sauna & Stay has private sauna rooms available to use for a fee.
Max 3
Shinjuku, Shinjuku-Ku,
AUD $145-$175+
USD $95-$115+
EUR €80-€100+
Per night
10. 🟡VIA INN PRIME - AKASAKA
This hotel is also part of the VIA INN hotel chain and is located only a 2minute walk from the train station in Akasaka. It has many budget friendly modern style rooms and a large public indoor bath, as well as an outside "Silky Bath".
Max 2
Akasaka, Minato-Ku
AUD $130-$200+
USD $85-$130+ EUR €75-€110+ Per night
11.🟡LYURO TOKYO KIYOSUMI HOTEL - KIYOSUMI
Lyuro Tokyo Kiyosumi Hotels standout feature is its unique location right on the Sumida River. Simple clean rooms, some which have fantastic river views. Has both private rooms and bunk style dormitories. A SHARE HOTEL, the concept being a space that both guests and locals can coexist and enjoy the space.
Max 4
Kiyosumi, Koto-Ku
AUD $130-$250+
USD $85-$165+ EUR €75-€140+ Per night
12. 🟡NUI. HOSTEL & BAR LOUNGE - TAITO CITY
A large communal open space greets you as you enter Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge. A great place to relax, meet people, have a meal or enjoy a drink from the bar. The accommodation options are both dormitory style as well as private rooms, one even has river views. There is a rooftop open to guests with views of the Sumida River and Skytree Tower.
Max 2
Kuramae, Taito-Ku
AUD $85-$220+
USD $55-$145+ EUR €50-€125+ Per night
13. 🟡TOKYO EAST SIDE HOTEL KAIE - SHIOMI
An urban oasis in the middle of Tokyo, the rooms at Hotel Kaie are designed where traditional Japanese design meets contemporary western design. Hotel Kaie also prides itself on being a hotel that suits all types of travelers. For example, there are family rooms available, cribs, and play mats for rent.
Max 5
Shiomi, Koto-Ku
AUD $130-$200+
USD $85-$130+ EUR €75-€110+
14. 🟡DAIWA ROYNET HOTEL - SHIMBASHI
A 1-minute walk from Ginza 1 station Daiwa Roynet Hotel is a great choice if you want to stay in the Ginza area on more of a budget, and at a highly rated hotel (hard to find combo in this location). Has modern style rooms and a restaurant located on the 2nd floor.
Max 3
Ginza, Chuo-Ku
AUD $140-$255+
USD $90-$165+ EUR €80-€145+ Per night
15. 🟡THE KANZASHI TOKYO - ASAKUSA
One of the standout features of Kanzashi Hotel is the rooftop terrace which gives you a great view of Asakusa and Tokyo. Small modern style rooms, some which have city views.
Max 3
Asakusa, Taito-Ku
AUD $130-$220+
USD $85-$145+
EUR €75-€125+
Per night
16.🟡ITO RYOKAN - NIHONBASHININGYOCHO
Ito Ryokan is a 70-year-old Japanese style house offering an authentic experience near the center of Tokyo. Has both traditional and modern rooms. Note: No elevator.
Max 4
Nihonbashiningyocho, Chuo-Ku
AUD $170-$185+
USD $110-$120+
EUR €95-€100+
Per night
Just a heads up: Please note that some of the links here are affiliate links (to be safe assume all). This helps me to be able to spend more time giving you great hotel recommendations. There is no cost to you but means I get a small commission from every booking made. If you plan to book through these sites anyway it would be much appreciated - but hope in the very least, you found somewhere to stay that you might not have otherwise. Thanks, Kirrily 😊
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