Tokyo Taito Ward 3-star Hotels

I really appreciate the help and kindness of the manager whom we met on April 4th. When we met our Japanese friend in hotel, He translated Japanese into English several times. Thanks to him, we could communicate with our friend well. And he gave us other good services. Before leaving Tokyo, we really wanted to see him and say ”Thank you!” again, but we couldn't meet him. Ah, cleaning condition and breakfast of the hotel were also satisfactory.

Location was walkable distance to a few different train lines, mostly about 5-10 minutes. Asakusa and Ueno are a stroll away. Though it’s a bit of a walk but the area is peaceful and quiet. Room was definitely enough for solo traveller, liking the brown wallpaper to give the room more warm and welcoming feeling. There’s a shop selling duty-free goods at the first floor, so it’s convenient if you want to do some shopping. Felt the only downside to my stay was that the door doesn’t soundproof that well, and you might be awakened by people outside talking. Would definitely be a spot I recommend.

I recently enjoyed a wonderful stay at a delightful hotel in Ueno, and I can’t recommend it highly enough! Its location is simply perfect—just footsteps away from nUeno Station, and even the Shinkansen train station. This makes getting around Tokyo and beyond incredibly convenient, whether you're heading to popular attractions or venturing out to other cities. The hotel itself has a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The staff were exceptionally friendly and went above and beyond to ensure my stay was comfortable. My room was neatly decorated and provided a relaxing space after a long day of exploring. Surrounding the hotel are plenty of charming restaurants and shops, allowing you to immerse yourself in the local culture. Ueno's vibrant streets and nearby Ueno Park offer a perfect blend of excitement and tranquility. If you're looking for a convenient and comfortable base to explore Tokyo, this hotel is an excellent choice. I can’t wait for my next visit!

Dormy Inn Ueno Tokyo – A Small but Well-Equipped Stay During my recent stay at Dormy Inn Ueno Tokyo, I found it to be a compact yet highly convenient hotel, especially for travelers who prioritize location and practical amenities over excessive space. It’s not a luxury hotel, but it does a great job of providing a comfortable stay with thoughtful touches. Location – Perfect for Travelers One of the best things about this hotel is its location. Just a short walk from Ueno Station, it offers easy access to the JR Yamanote Line, the Keisei Skyliner (for Narita Airport), and multiple metro lines, making it an excellent choice for those who plan to explore different parts of Tokyo. Additionally, the Ameya-Yokocho (Ameyoko) Market is just around the corner, where you’ll find everything from fresh seafood and street food to clothing and souvenirs. It’s a lively area that adds to the appeal of staying in Ueno. Room & Facilities – Compact but Functional As expected, the rooms are small, which is pretty standard in Tokyo, but they are well-designed with everything you need. The bed was comfortable, and the room included basic amenities like a TV, a small desk, and a fridge. Storage space is limited, but for a short stay, it was manageable. The bathroom was also compact, though the onsen (public bath) on-site makes up for it. Onsen – A Small but Relaxing Bath One of the highlights of staying at Dormy Inn hotels is their public bath (onsen), and this location has one, albeit on the smaller side. It’s not the biggest or most luxurious onsen, but it’s a nice way to unwind after a long day of walking around Tokyo. The water temperature was just right, and while the space was limited, it wasn’t overly crowded when I visited. Freebies & Unique Perks Dormy Inn is known for offering small but unique perks to its guests. This location provides free popsicles and yogurt drinks, which is a nice touch. However, they are only available during specific hours, so if you’re out sightseeing all day, you might miss out on them. They also supposedly offer free late-night soba, a Dormy Inn signature, but I never actually saw it happen and didn’t feel like asking about it. Maybe I just missed the time window. Free manga reading Housekeeping – No Room Cleaning, Just Fresh Towels One thing to note is that Dormy Inn follows a no-daily-cleaning policy. Instead of a full room service, they simply drop off fresh towels outside your door. This is fine if you’re staying just a few days, but if you prefer daily room cleaning, you might find it lacking. Staff & Service The staff at check-in were friendly and efficient, which I appreciated. They handled everything quickly and provided all the necessary information without any issues. While I didn’t interact with them much after check-in, the overall service felt professional and welcoming. Final Thoughts – A Solid Stay for Practical Travelers Overall, Dormy Inn Ueno Tokyo is a great choice if you’re looking for a convenient, budget-friendly, and functional stay in Tokyo. The location is excellent, the onsen is a nice touch, and the small perks like free drinks and late-night snacks add to the experience. Just keep in mind that the rooms are small, there’s no daily cleaning, and some of the free amenities have limited availability. If you’re okay with that, it’s a great place to stay in Ueno!

Good location, just few minutes walk from Okachimachi JR or Ueno Hirokoji subway stations. Lots of food choice around. Very clean environment, nice and helpful checkin service. You can choose between towel exchange only or full makeup room which is good. The room is facing the wall of the adjacent building so there is barely any light going into the room, not to say any street view. There is only a stool without the back, so it is not comfy enough if you have some work to do using notebook computer.

The service provided by the staff is quite good. Knowing that we need to do self-serve after 10pm but since I need to take care 2 kids and not convenient to move, they come to my room and serve us. It’s great! However, need to remind people who booked the largest room. We come with our friends together. Both of them staying in a small room and they can enjoy daily clean up service. But for large room (2 double bed), there is no clean up service (even you request to the receptionist / the room keeper). They can just clean up your room until the 4th day of your stay. It’s really bad experience and make us feel uncomfortable. Also, whenever you get into the room, check the ventilation of the toilet and the air-conditioner. You can always find that it is stuck with the dust and cause a lot of noise during the night time. It really has some impact to sleeping

Hotel location is located at a very strategic location between ueno station and akihabara station. Walking distance to many eateries and shopping malls. There are several convenient shops such as Lawson, 7/11 just 5mins walk away. Love how they provide curated pillows (hard to soft options) for guest to choose and collect at the lobby at first come first serve basis. Room doesn’t required card to unlock, they provide a password slip to hotel guest. So u need to remember the password to unlock ur room which is quite unique. Checkout was super easy as u don’t need to return card, you can just leave directly. Room is exceptionally small, some constraints opening my 29 inch luggage but that’s fine. Room toliet uses a bathtub with shower option to save space, however the bathtub curtain has a strong stench of smell probably from bad ventilation. Room only has one window which can be a little claustrophobic but I guess most of the room there are as such. Rooms cleaning takes place before 10am and the cut off is 10am, so u need to wake up earlier to inform the staff that u require cleaning which is quite early. Which means u also need to leave ur room in order for them to clean up. Going up and down the hotel is abit slow as there is only 1 lift in the building, alternative is to use the stairs if you are rushing. There’s like a fast food restaurant that sells curry rice, udons etcs just a street in front of the hotel called Nakau, they are open 24 hrs where you can dine in or take away. Food there is really affordable and tasty!

Comfortably located between Akihabara and Ueno. Both areas are easy to reach by just having a pleasant walk. Some metro and JR stations nearby, but not right next to the hotel. Tiny rooms (better come with small luggage). Room cleaning is not being performed everyday. There is a coin washing machine room in front of the reception. One downside was being informed at check-in about a high fee for losing the room key card. I didn't lose it, but the fee felt excessive for a plastic card and added unnecessary stress during my 10-day stay in Tokyo.

Easy walk to 浅草寺 temple, and with lots of shops and restaurants around. The hotel is a 30 min direct metro ride from Shibuya, so very easy to get to but something to keep in mind. Room was clean but compact, we were in a twin room but could make a lot more space for suitcases by pushing the beds together. Definitely would recommend for exploring Tokyo!

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Paul House and found it to be excellent value for money. The location is convenient, making transportation easy, and the accommodation itself is very comfortable. One of the highlights of my stay was the exceptional service from the manager and staff, who were always helpful and accommodating. The hotel also provides useful amenities such as a washing machine, as well as plates, spoons, and other utensils. This makes it convenient for guests to bring food from outside, enjoy it in the lobby, and clean up afterward. Overall, I was highly impressed with my experience at Hotel Paul House. If I have the opportunity to visit Japan again, I will definitely choose to stay here.