Toyoko Inn Ikebukuro Kitaguchi 1 in Tokyo

Value for money, especially hotels during spring are generally more expensive. Toyoko's price during spring is affordable. The free breakfast is decent.

About 10 mins walk to hotel from Ikebukuro station, not allowed to check in early, typical Japanese style hotel. Can open two 28 inches luggage still can walk, bathtub is clean!

This was my first time staying at a Toyoko Inn, and I had a pretty good experience. Although the room was simple, it felt very cozy, and they provided a full range of toiletries. The staff were patient and helpful; I even encountered a male front desk agent who spoke Chinese, which made me decide to sign up for their membership card right away.

The breakfast was basic but sufficient. I stayed for six days, and they made small adjustments to the menu daily, so I was always able to eat my fill, which was satisfactory. My only minor complaint was that I happened to be there during a major cleaning day, so I couldn't sleep in. I was asked to leave my room at 10 AM and couldn't return until the afternoon. Considering I was checking out the next day, it felt a bit unnecessary, but I also understand the hotel's dedication to cleanliness.

The location is not far from Ikebukuro Station, but there's no direct elevator access. You have to take an elevator from a nearby mall down to the subway level. As long as you're patient, you won't have to drag heavy luggage up and down stairs. I would definitely consider staying here again next time I visit Ikebukuro.

The hotel is about a 10-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station on the Yamanote Line. The surrounding area is incredibly convenient, with a Don Quijote not far away, a FamilyMart and 7-Eleven downstairs, and various Chinese restaurants nearby. It's really great. The hotel rooms aren't huge, but they meet basic needs. Plus, breakfast is included and it's pretty good.

My actual stay experience was pretty good. I encountered an auntie at the front desk who spoke Chinese, which was a relief because it was my first time in Japan and I was checking in alone, so I was a bit apprehensive. She helped me with the check-in process. I later realized that Toyoko Inn's check-in is super simple – you can do it completely self-service and contactless with just your passport and the machine.

Pajamas and some basic toiletries can be picked up near the front desk. The hotel also offers a very simple breakfast in the morning, so don't expect anything fancy.

The hotel's location is quite convenient. It's about a 10-minute walk from the subway station, which is probably the maximum distance you'd want to walk with luggage. After dropping off my bags, I could walk back the same way to reach a lively commercial street. The hotel is located right on the edge of a fairly bustling commercial area.

Inside the room, the phrase 'small but perfectly formed' fits perfectly. There's enough space to open a suitcase flat. The bed comfort and size were both quite suitable. The buildings are quite close together, so there's not much of a view outside the window, but it's better than having no window at all.

It seems that if your hotel booking exceeds a certain amount, you'll need to pay an additional tax, I think it's for bookings over 500. It's best to prepare cash or an international credit card in advance. I'm not sure if Alipay or WeChat Pay work.

The front desk staff can speak Chinese, which was very convenient. The hotel environment is excellent and very clean. The location is also quite good, right near Ikebukuro Station, and there's a FamilyMart convenience store downstairs. Highly recommended! 🤲🏻

Extremely satisfied! Even though I was only in Tokyo for three days for an urgent IELTS exam, Toyoko Inn is always my first choice when it comes to hotel chains.

Ikebukuro is incredibly comfortable; it has everything you could want for dining, entertainment, and shopping. The hotel is also a maximum of 5 minutes' walk from the subway, and there's a free breakfast.

Good location, reasonable price for this kind of Hotel in Tokyo. The room is not too small for 2 people staying.

The room was clean and quite new, and there was a front desk staff member who spoke Chinese. Check-out is at 10 AM. To get there, take the north exit (Exit 22) from Ikebukuro Station East Exit, turn right, go up the stairs, cross the zebra crossing, and you'll see a large drug store... I personally think the prices at Sando Raku are quite good; you get a 5% discount if you spend over 30,000 JPY, and most stores offer tax exemption for purchases over 5,000 or 5,500 JPY, I can't quite remember. I find staying in Ikebukuro very convenient, as it's close to all the places I want to visit, like Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ginza, Akihabara, and Odaiba. Plus, it's a shopping district, so you can find anything you want, including Daiso, GU, Miniso, and a local brand bag shop where I bought one for my mom for only a few thousand yen – so cheap!