79%Sakura Hostel Ikebukuro

I got a private room which was a bit expensive compared to other hotels with similar rooms

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by marckie – posted on Nov 25, 2008

16

All in all, this was a good hotel. Good location. But, be warned: the double beds are way too small for two people. In that sense, it's not a good value for your money.

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by azigarmi807 – posted on Nov 23, 2008

4

A reasonable budget hotel in Tokyo. Rooms are small but comforable. Very close to Ikebukuro station, which is convenient. It is a hotel rather than a hostel. The staff are friendly and helpful.

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by cmfede6893 – posted on Nov 21, 2008

12

I enjoyed my stay here, it was what I needed. More like a hotel than a hostel - except for the dormitory style accommodation I used. The dorms are a little cramped, there is not a lot of space for 8 people to put their stuff and move around. I think 6 beds would be a more comfortable number in... more I enjoyed my stay here, it was what I needed. More like a hotel than a hostel - except for the dormitory style accommodation I used. The dorms are a little cramped, there is not a lot of space for 8 people to put their stuff and move around. I think 6 beds would be a more comfortable number in the rooms, but obviously that means less money. Its a priority thing I guess. Thank you though.close

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by erinsmith1378599 – posted on Nov 20, 2008

3

Some staff were both very very helpful and friendly, while others were very much unwilling to help - luck of the draw I guess. Nothing super-stand out, but a very decent place to stay in a good location in Tokyo.

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by dazbradbury – posted on Nov 1, 2008

4

The hostel was excellent, apart from the fact that it didn't have any good social areas, such as a tv lounge or anything. This could make it agonising to meet people at times. However I cannot fault any other part of the hostel.

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by kitbrennan90 – posted on Oct 30, 2008

7

very kind, friendly, helpful staff

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by its-chrissy-8088 – posted on Oct 27, 2008

1

this is a most stay place in tokyo

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by kennykenke – posted on Oct 23, 2008

6

Budget hotel not a hostel unless you go into the dorms (then you have a kitchen to use), private rooms not too small, beds were made each day with new towels, will definitely come back, we even extended our stay here.

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by meph4559 – posted on Oct 22, 2008

8

simply great!

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by hybridsd250 – posted on Oct 12, 2008

1

Lovely hostel, very clean and well presented

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by hamurray16679 – posted on Oct 12, 2008

1

The Sakura Hotel was very clean and efficient. I totally enjoyed my stay there, the staff were friendly, the internet access was cool and pretty cheap (although those Japanese Keyboards can be a little tricky for us English speakers) And a great location in Ikebukuro!

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by suavegroover1604 – posted on Oct 12, 2008

5

The rooms are very small and the beds make noise at the slightest movement. There is no free internet as advertsied, unless you have your own computer. Other than that, it a pretty good place.

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by mcapuzzi5880 – posted on Oct 6, 2008

9

Good location, clean, 24 hour reception, cheap resto in the lobby and general good vibe - cant fault this place at all

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by baz-abid3426 – posted on Sep 29, 2008

7

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful.

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by Brott1181 – posted on Sep 29, 2008

6

amazing place, really good to meet other travelers, excellent location, the staff is so friendly, Mado and Yohe are the best!... they have like 50 different types of beer from all over the world, you can get from Heineken to Corona, Sapporo, Tiger, Chang, haha well you get the idea

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by abrahamgbj1470 – posted on Sep 25, 2008

9

This hostel is great! I live in Ibaraki but have now been making it my new place to stay when visiting Tokyo! It is fantastic! Lockers would be good for residents in the dorms. It is unsafe (as safe as Japan is) to have to leave your bags out...

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by laurenparkerartist4084 – posted on Sep 24, 2008

2

Un muy recomendable hostel con buena relacion calidad precio

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by mejillon095 – posted on Sep 24, 2008

7

This hotel is in a great location and is clean but doesn't provide towels. Very impersonal but it is a hotel not a hostel. We prefer hostels but if you just want a bed, this is a good place to go. Excellent range of foreign beers if you're happy to pay.

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by coopk2 – posted on Sep 22, 2008

16

Great location!

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by tvega128083 – posted on Sep 21, 2008

1

great location

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by magee7770 – posted on Sep 16, 2008

12

Good value, functional. Call them directly or use their website... that way they get a fair price and HostelWorld won't steal your deposit.

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by busidak9834 – posted on Sep 16, 2008

5

It certainly served its purpose and was very clean. The staff I approached didnt really have much English but did their best! Excellent directions were very much appreciated.

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by russell-abigail5997 – posted on Sep 14, 2008

1

Had a private room here, it was nice and clean. Staff was very helpful and I had some good times in the in house bar. Ikebukuro is a decent location. It's on multiple subway lines including the JR so you can be anywhere in the city fairly quickly. There is also quite a bit of restaurants, clubs... more Had a private room here, it was nice and clean. Staff was very helpful and I had some good times in the in house bar. Ikebukuro is a decent location. It's on multiple subway lines including the JR so you can be anywhere in the city fairly quickly. There is also quite a bit of restaurants, clubs and karaoke bars within walking distance nearby.close

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by pfoley5815 – posted on Sep 13, 2008

2

Ikebukuro is a great area, and you should go down the street to Sunshine Citys gyoza stadium. It:s in the middle of a food-themed amusement park, so you know you:re going to have fun. Well, if you love food. The hostel was somewhat near this, so great, but the room I stayed in, which was a 6... more Ikebukuro is a great area, and you should go down the street to Sunshine Citys gyoza stadium. It:s in the middle of a food-themed amusement park, so you know you:re going to have fun. Well, if you love food. The hostel was somewhat near this, so great, but the room I stayed in, which was a 6 person room was tiny. The bar across the street, though, makes sure there:s always something to do, if you want to share stories of Japan with other hostellers.close

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by kalaniman2026 – posted on Sep 10, 2008

9

We had originally booked a dorm room but we were delighted that although they had over booked they gave me and my sister each a private room instead. Awesome!

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by JustInspired – posted on Sep 8, 2008

2

Excellent hostel, very clean and friendly only suggest would be that somewhere to store luggage in the room would be good. I stayed in 6-bed dorm and it was very difficult with space for everyone's luggage.

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by JPirho – posted on Sep 1, 2008

1

This was a great hostel. The location was close to the station and fairly easy to find (considering Tokyo refuses to have street names). The cafe was ok and open 24 hours. I met some cool people and ended up making my Tokyo trip much more enjoyable. My only complaints were that the staff didn't... more This was a great hostel. The location was close to the station and fairly easy to find (considering Tokyo refuses to have street names). The cafe was ok and open 24 hours. I met some cool people and ended up making my Tokyo trip much more enjoyable. My only complaints were that the staff didn't seem to know the local area and couldn't recommend a bar. Would have been nice. Also, had a little issue with the room leaking. Overall, I definitely recommend this hostel.close

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by rost00312701 – posted on Sep 1, 2008

1

Free WiFi but Internet is 300 yens for an hour. Possibility to have a breakfast (toasts and coffee) for 370 yens.There is a cafe downstairs which is a great place to rest or to take a beer (about 40 beers available from all around the world!) Ikebukuro Station is on the Yamanote Line so it is... more Free WiFi but Internet is 300 yens for an hour. Possibility to have a breakfast (toasts and coffee) for 370 yens.There is a cafe downstairs which is a great place to rest or to take a beer (about 40 beers available from all around the world!) Ikebukuro Station is on the Yamanote Line so it is quite easy to hang around in Tokyo. There is also a direct train from Ikebukuro to the Narita airport. No curfew. Showers and toilets are really clean. There is also a kitchen where you can cook.close

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by alexandre9202 – posted on Aug 31, 2008

6

Really close to the 2nd biggest train station in Japan which makes it easy to get around and stumble home the next morning.

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by daveravi6989 – posted on Aug 29, 2008

1

i like it , met many friends there!! great!

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by rensg – posted on Aug 15, 2008

3

"Double"bed way too small for anyone other than small japanese!!

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by paulyned785 – posted on Aug 8, 2008

3

5 minute walk from subway station, you can store your luggage in a side room but security is minimal, private rooms are clean but I was not allowed to share a private room with a girlfriend and she had to sneak in from the stairs.

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by chenghawaii5081 – posted on Aug 2, 2008

1

I stayed here on my 1st 2 nights in Tokyo. The location was good and staff were helpful but the rooms were a bit cramped. Also had to check out & back in again for 2nd night which was annoying. I would stay here again tho.

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by markjhanly658 – posted on Aug 1, 2008

3

very friendly, english-speaking, helpful staff, everything is very clean. close to station. new cafe is great place to hang out and chat. I recommend it to everyone

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by cosima-stark3523 – posted on Jul 27, 2008

3

I rented a private room. It was a good value for the money.

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by constantine-us3592 – posted on Jul 23, 2008

1

There was a used condom in the bedsheet/cover!!

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by lindsay-matsushita5917 – posted on Jul 21, 2008

1

Nice place, good price.

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by samjones1976 – posted on Jul 20, 2008

1

Great place to stay. On the JR line, good facilities, cheap easy breakfast offered. Rooms were clean and good internet access.

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by asdpar – posted on Jul 18, 2008

2

Nice location to explore Tokyo easy by metro or train, good price/quality.

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by davidmeeren1458 – posted on Jul 16, 2008

1