Quiet, 15 minutes walk from Ueno station, full of character

Stayed in September 2024

The restaurant/Otseku needs improvement. The breakfast (which is complementary) is frugal. When going a bit late, many dishes are running out and they are not replenished. The staff mentions "we're sold out" and that's it. You will have to satisfy with an unbalanced breakfast then. We tried the room service for dinner and while the menu looks attractive, several options were "sold out". With some improvement on the restaurant part, this would have been a perfect experience. A pity.

We liked the spacious room and Japanese athmosphere at the hotel, well kept tidy rooms as well. Great plus is the faculty to enjoy the big bath and sauna on the top floor. Efficient reception staff and swift check-in and check-out. Flexible to store luggage after check out time.

Stayed in August 2024

- our bath in the room was quite old. I didn’t use the ofurou because it looked a bit moldy. I just took quick showers in my room after having a soak in the rooftop public bath - they only give one body towel and one face towel per guest, and will tell you outright if you request for more

- the public bath on the rooftop and sauna was nice! - the vibe in the room is immaculate. The tatami is comfortable and clean, the ceilings are low (my bf of 6ft hit his head on the beam a few times, that’s how authentic this is) - the staff keeps the tatami clean and is diligent about changing our futon sheets daily - they change out the yukata daily, too - breakfast is simple and nice. It’s what I expect to eat if I do a homestay with a Japanese grandma.

Stayed in August 2024

The room was spacious enough, traditional, good facilities. Duvet covers were very comfortable. Excellent Japanese breakfast

Stayed in July 2024

The room was not isolated, so lots of noises came from the outside.

The big Japanese-style room and the spa at the top. The price was quite good for value.

Stayed in July 2024

Up a small hill.

Relaxed, welcoming and friendly.

Stayed in July 2024

breakfast

room

Stayed in June 2024

But the elevator's signal lamp seems not working properly, sometimes we do not go up or down when it arrives. Some of the cloth lockers in the big bathroom seem a bit broken (the hanger is broken inside). I mean the breakfast place could improve a bit, a little bit of chaos

The room is pretty nice. The large bathroom is really amusing. They have a man's sauna, which is very comfortable. The staff speaks English and is very polite. They adjust the cleaning time according to our request, very friendly. Nice breakfast quality.

Stayed in July 2024

I had a non-smoking Japanese (tatami) room, which was surprisingly large. Apart from that the hotel's own small onsen, which is open practically all night, was really nice.

Stayed in July 2024

Not fresh air through the room , a bit smelly

Good location and clean tidy room

Stayed in July 2024

The hotel is quite dated (though mostly in a rather charming way). In particular, if you prefer not to shower at their onsen, you should note that bathrooms in the traditional Japanese rooms are not exactly up to modern standards.

An atmospheric place with traditional Japanese rooms and, most importantly, a small onsen on the top floor. No issues with wifi in my room. It was my third time staying here; I try to book this hotel every time I have business in the area.

Stayed in May 2024

We stayed with 4 of us. A little tight for 4 people but price is unbeatable.

Stayed in May 2024

Breakfast service was not that good. First, location of restaurant wasnt inside de hotel, later, we had to ask for rice because bowl was empty. They ended breakfast 15 minutes before finish time (taking food away), so we has to run to pick up food.

Beautiful design and comfortable rooms

Stayed in April 2024

At night even with the curtains on the room felt too bright. We managed to adjust to it (probably because we were very tired after a full day of sightseeing) but I know it might not feel comfortable for everyone.

Amazing location, very nice staff. We loved the experience of sleeping on futon beds and having tatami floor. Also the layout of the room was very "japanese" with a genkan which we also loved.

Stayed in April 2024

still got some smell

traditional feel

Stayed in May 2024

The breakfast was very different from western style breakfast. A little difficult for us to eat….

We appreceated the japanese-stycke rooms and the Onsen on too of the building. Very Nice after ä long day exploring the city.

Stayed in March 2024

A bit far from the station. 10 minutes walk. The breakfast was good, the choice was not bad, but you had to be there at 9 am, to get a good buffet. The one day they already cleaned the buffet at 9.15. The onsen is a nice on the top, but not really the best we had seen. It's not worth the prize. Next time I would rather go to another place nearer to a station and not so expensive.

The rooms were very nice. It was enough space for 3 people and the futon was very comfortable. The check out time is 12 am. Good choice for breakfast in continental and japanese food

Stayed in March 2024

Size of washroom, facilities are dated

Authenticity, Staff, Price

Stayed in March 2024

Japanese futons can be a bit stiff.

Very retro and classically Japanese. The staff were friendly and the facilities were great! Loved the open air bath and breakfast.

Stayed in March 2024

The bathroom and toilet were too small with a strange smell.

The room was cozy and warm. The onsen and sauna were great.

Stayed in March 2024

They have a room service everyday. It's very convenient and a walking distance to many train stations.

Stayed in February 2024

Location, hotel is a bit old,

Breakfast is good, comfy bed

Stayed in February 2024

elevator

clean

Stayed in February 2024

Friendly and helpful staff, spacious comfortable room and lovely onsen. Hotel is in a quiet but central location

Stayed in February 2024