Imano Tokyo Hostel

Location- 10 min from nearest mrt, 2 hours from narita airport, considered quite a easy path with luggage to hotel (straight roads, lift available at station) Shared toilet- toilet was very clean, individual bathing cubicles, no waiting. There were 2 ladies / 1 male bathing toilet on the fifth floor. Water is hot and strong, all bathing amenities provided EXCEPT TOWELS (200yen per towel). Room- small as expected. For room of 3, at most 2 luggage can be opened at the same time with tatami beds. Heater works in winter, beds are comfy. For tall people, width of room may be a problem. Others- breakfast tasty, ok, was chicken basil panini with coffee. Water dispenser available. Tldr: cheap hostel located in heart of Shinjuku. I don’t like that there were no towels and rooms a bit too small for 3 ppl + 2 luggage, but it was a clean and comfortable stay that is value for money.

My recent stay at this hostel in Japan was absolutely fantastic! From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by how clean and well-maintained everything was. The environment felt welcoming and peaceful, making it easy to relax after a day of exploring. One standout feature was the convenient restroom setup. There were plenty of restrooms available, so I never had to wait or rush. They were also spotless and modern, which added to the overall comfort of my stay.

If you're looking for an affordable and good-quality place to stay, I highly recommend this hostel. Although it's a hostel, it offers a surprisingly high level of privacy and ample space, so you won't feel cramped. I arrived before the check-in time and the staff kindly allowed me to leave my luggage. Finding the place wasn't difficult, but it's a bit of a walk from Shinjuku Station. If you have heavy luggage, it might be tiring, but there are underground walkways and elevators available, so it's not too inconvenient. I stayed here for 5 nights in a 6-bed female dorm. The room was clean and spacious enough to fit a 28" suitcase, and the beds were quite large. As a larger person, I found them very comfortable and didn't feel cramped at all (I slept on the bottom bunk). The bathrooms were clean and had both showers and bathtubs. Liquid soap, shampoo, conditioner, and hairdryers were provided, so you don't need to pack them. If you don't want to bring your own towel, you can rent one from the hostel. The kitchen is quite small but has a microwave, refrigerator, and sink. There weren't many dishes available, but I think you could ask the staff if you need more. The laundry room has two coin-operated washing machines and two coin-operated dryers. I used them late at night, so I didn't have to wait in line. If you don't have any coins, you can exchange with the staff. The common areas on each floor have plenty of seating for guests. There are also multiple power outlets available if you need to charge your devices. There are Lawson and 7-11 convenience stores nearby, which is very convenient. Cons (personal opinion): - Unfortunately, on one of the nights I stayed, the fire alarm went off several times in the middle of the night. I think there was only one staff member on duty that night. The guests and I tried to find the cause of the alarm but couldn't find anything. When I asked the staff, he didn't know either. It might have been a malfunction of the system. Luckily, there wasn't actually a fire. - If you're sleeping on the bottom bunk, even if the top bunk has curtains, the light still reflects off the wall, which can be disruptive to your sleep.

very close to Kiyomizu, friendly staff

Great hostel, good location, friendly staff and overall clean with good services. Coming here again if I ever stay in Shinjuku!!

My son had a night stop at Tokyo before heading up to the mountains for snowboarding. They allowed him to leave the luggage at the hotel before check in. Location is fantastic.