84%Oak Hotel

Simple and small but has all the basics for what was needed. Was great for my first night in Tokyo but probably would not stay more than one night there. Was hard to find.

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by mfinn885 – posted on Nov 27, 2008

1

the staffs in there are really nice, especially one of them can speak putonghua. will stay in this hotel if i visit japan again.

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by superthe – posted on Nov 27, 2008

1

New sheets and yukatas would be laid out for us everyday!! Walking distance to Asakusa!!

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by A-squared – posted on Nov 25, 2008

6

All you can need in a budget trip ! Close to Ueno station, it's very convenient when you arrive from the airport.

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by audreylaetitia117 – posted on Nov 20, 2008

3

Very helpfull staff with great mastery of the English language; should you be unable to talk Japanese. Staff is more than happy to recommend things to do in Tokyo, or check up on events for you, making your vacation much more enjoyable.

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by Gwenster – posted on Nov 19, 2008

1

This place, slightly tucked away was a pretty good place to start in tokyo. For one, they had a lobby with computers which made it easy for those first time country leavers like I was. And getting over the jet lag I was able to speak with my wife. Also, it's location was pretty great close to a... more This place, slightly tucked away was a pretty good place to start in tokyo. For one, they had a lobby with computers which made it easy for those first time country leavers like I was. And getting over the jet lag I was able to speak with my wife. Also, it's location was pretty great close to a large park, close to a temple with a lot of cool outdoor shops, and close to the train station. I met a pretty friendly fellow there who helped clear up my Japanese (I don't speak fluently just enough to get around when running into those who can't speak it).close

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by mrsmiley32 – posted on Nov 17, 2008

3

more of an old hotel. very good location near ueno station so good for j rail pass backpackers. Our room was cold and a bit stuffy. old blankets on bed but clean sheets underneath.

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by markhamjen4032 – posted on Nov 15, 2008

7

The staff were friendly, the location is great when coming or going to the airport, and for being able to easily walk to ueno and asakusa, the elevators are a real bonus when you have heavy bags as I did and it is value for money. I will stay there again

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by lyndal – posted on Nov 15, 2008

5

Good place to stay, in a very good location. It is hard to find because the sign is small and on the ground, and the hostel is an alley between two buildings. But is an excellent place to stay once you find it.

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by vladmoney1372 – posted on Nov 15, 2008

1

Geat location and value for money in a more genuine part of Tokyo

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by willjtho – posted on Nov 14, 2008

23

I've stayed there for 4 nights. Location was great - it is close to Ueno station, which was very comfortable for transportation. There was not so much fun - no special activities been hold, and the common area not so big.. maybe because it is more hotel than hostel. Staff was pretty friendly,... more I've stayed there for 4 nights. Location was great - it is close to Ueno station, which was very comfortable for transportation. There was not so much fun - no special activities been hold, and the common area not so big.. maybe because it is more hotel than hostel. Staff was pretty friendly, but when I asked about changing my sheets and towels because of the guy who lied on my bed they were a bit confused. Generally it was ok.close

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by yuriy – posted on Nov 13, 2008

3

We were in the 5th floor. Although we had a nice room the nice from the ventilating plant on the roof were very loud!

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by kristinlueddecke6813 – posted on Nov 13, 2008

3

Fairly close to Ueno, the benefits of a hotel and private bathroom (with bath!) and the benefits of a hostel - kitchen, common room, FREE internet etc. So much better than K's where regrettably we stayed for our last night.

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by heatherbloo – posted on Nov 9, 2008

9

Hotel is in quiet area of Tokyo, good if you are wanting to visit the Museums in the area, but quite far from happenings areas of the city like Shinjuku etc. Staff speak good english and there are 3 computers with free internet access. Be careful of leaving your toiletries out when the maid... more Hotel is in quiet area of Tokyo, good if you are wanting to visit the Museums in the area, but quite far from happenings areas of the city like Shinjuku etc. Staff speak good english and there are 3 computers with free internet access. Be careful of leaving your toiletries out when the maid comes to clean your room as our full bottles of shampoo and shower gel were taken, never to be seen again! Overall good value hotel for the price.close

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by katedouglas77 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

2

Oak Hotel is a little far from Ueno train station, but still close enough to make it well worth the money. Lots of small shops and resturaunts around the hotel with a variety of prices for all needs and wants. I've stayed here before and highly recommend it to anyone's first stay in Tokyo- the... more Oak Hotel is a little far from Ueno train station, but still close enough to make it well worth the money. Lots of small shops and resturaunts around the hotel with a variety of prices for all needs and wants. I've stayed here before and highly recommend it to anyone's first stay in Tokyo- the staff are fantastically helpful and can provide you with a great source for sightseeing. Also, a very clean, well kept hotel. Again, a little ways from the train station, but if you don't want to walk it, take the subway almost directly to it. Really great location to base your trip out of!close

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by talis57 – posted on Nov 5, 2008

8

It's a little hard to find.

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by lzdravkova8984 – posted on Nov 5, 2008

3

The room was very unkempt. The shower curtain looked like it hadn't been cleaned and the room smelt of urine.

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by rachel8605 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

1

It was wonderful to be in Tokyo staying at Oak Hotel. It is a very pleasant hotel. The room is small compared with the space we have in Brazil in our hotels, but of course we have a lot of space compared with Japan.

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by mcgaliazzi1441 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

2

We got a western style double room, a little disappointed by the lack of light, but I guess if you get one of the rooms that are not in the back, it is a very good budget choice if you want a bathroom in the room (small but clean and functional). The room was tiny, but sufficient, and they clean... more We got a western style double room, a little disappointed by the lack of light, but I guess if you get one of the rooms that are not in the back, it is a very good budget choice if you want a bathroom in the room (small but clean and functional). The room was tiny, but sufficient, and they clean it every day if you want. The staff at the reception is very helpful. Would recommend it if you just need a place to sleep.close

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by Sgallian – posted on Oct 27, 2008

1

A great and cheap place to stay... for the price, you can't beat it... it's a little far from the main tourist areas, but the service and other aspects of the hotel are great.... HIGHLY recommended. :)

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by MinskBel – posted on Oct 26, 2008

17

If only it was cleaner then I couldn't fault it at all but it was easily the dirtiest place we stayed. The room smelt. We suspected the cause was the very mouldy shower curtain. I know it is budget accommodation but that shouldn't have been too expensive to replae long before it was in the... more If only it was cleaner then I couldn't fault it at all but it was easily the dirtiest place we stayed. The room smelt. We suspected the cause was the very mouldy shower curtain. I know it is budget accommodation but that shouldn't have been too expensive to replae long before it was in the condition it was when we stayed there. That said, my partner would stay again as we really were very happy with every other aspect.close

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by oliviajmason7770 – posted on Oct 25, 2008

2

The location was excellent - a short walk from Ueno station and easy to get to and from Narita. The staff members were wonderful, too. This doesn't seem like a party hotel which was nice when trying to sleep. Overall, it's a very clean, safe, convenient place to stay which I would highly...

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by fractalswirl5800 – posted on Oct 23, 2008

2

It's very convenient getting to the Subway on Ginza line. Room is clean. Reccommended.

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by bkat132189 – posted on Oct 21, 2008

2

Decent place and easy to find! Close to two different stations off the Ginza line.

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by dmdigiusto933 – posted on Oct 16, 2008

5

Staff very helpful and the place was clean and surprisingly, very quiet at night, which was great for getting a good night's sleep. Free internet access in the lounge area was a nice bonus. I would return again.

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by peacemuseum4346 – posted on Oct 14, 2008

1

Oak is really good in location, around 100m from Inaricho subway station, exit 3, cross the road and walk ahead. The hotel helps store my large luggage while I traveling to Osaka. Staff is good in Eng as a few of them are native speakers. I think it's worth the value of money to stay here.

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by pollythapana – posted on Oct 13, 2008

6

I stayed in the 4 bed female dorm and it was perfectly comfortable and nice. I felt at home there.

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by bredaore – posted on Oct 12, 2008

6

The location is excellent. But the central air condition on the roof makes very loud noises in the rooms. It's hard to sleep, even when you are not in room on the last floor.

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by monica6959 – posted on Oct 9, 2008

4

This is a hotel not a hostel so don't expect atmosphere and fun. The room we had was small, pokey and very very dingy with old blankets and linen. Clean enough though. Regardless, its OK value for a bed in an expensive city (we were only there 1 night) and we weren't bitten by any nasties in...

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by coopk2 – posted on Oct 8, 2008

16

Receptionist was very kind and helped us with our ridiculous queries. Location was great, right in Ueno near Ueno Station and Ameyoko Street, a fun vender street that served as the Black Market during WWII. It was a bit difficult to find, I recommend asking the Seven Eleven nearby if you... more Receptionist was very kind and helped us with our ridiculous queries. Location was great, right in Ueno near Ueno Station and Ameyoko Street, a fun vender street that served as the Black Market during WWII. It was a bit difficult to find, I recommend asking the Seven Eleven nearby if you can't find it. Bring the address with you at least.close

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by gseaor – posted on Oct 3, 2008

1

I like this hotel. I have stayed at this hotel three times.

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by zugspitz – posted on Oct 1, 2008

3

was a bit traditional which was good but just ok.

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by mrsmash829844 – posted on Oct 1, 2008

4

This hostel feels like you just entered a time warp into 1975. The sheets are itchy and the location is only good if you want to be near Ueno eki. No nightlife around, except the Warrior Celt, which is a pretty crappy bar anyway. No curfew is a bonus, but there's not much to do around Ueno at... more This hostel feels like you just entered a time warp into 1975. The sheets are itchy and the location is only good if you want to be near Ueno eki. No nightlife around, except the Warrior Celt, which is a pretty crappy bar anyway. No curfew is a bonus, but there's not much to do around Ueno at night anyway. If you want to be able to walk around your hotel at night and find bars, restaurants, shopping, etc. go to Sakura Hotel in Ikebukuro, which has similar prices and better accomodation.close

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by Brott1181 – posted on Sep 29, 2008

6

Great stay!! Rooms are basic, but clean/good, location is great; quiet, but very close to lots of sightseeingplaces, JR and subway. But the very best is the staff, extremely helpfull, kind and caring. Thanx!!!

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by mboshoven115 – posted on Sep 26, 2008

1

Very good location in calm neighbourhood. We were very pleased to stay at the Oak hotel.

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by marienoellely4922 – posted on Sep 23, 2008

2

Clean, friendly, close to the subway and reasonably priced. That's all you need!

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by wenzlerm – posted on Sep 21, 2008

8

This is the second time that i stayed at this hotel. I really love it! No disapointment. Continue the good work!

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by Maudk – posted on Sep 20, 2008

1

I really enjoyed this hotel, it had good internet facilities and was in an ideal location to travel from and was close to local supermarkets etc....would definately stay there again as it is excellent value for money!

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by looby54478656 – posted on Sep 19, 2008

1

The stay was fine and very cheap except that it is about ten minutes walk from the Ueno station, they don't have a breakfast option and the staff (who all spoke excellent English) didn't know to tell me how to get back to Kansai airport (but it was easy in the end).

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by petergates1015846 – posted on Sep 17, 2008

3

I enjoyed my stay very much.

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by rginko1471 – posted on Sep 16, 2008

1