73%Palette Takashimadaira

Accomodation is quite far away from city center. Price is reasonable if you consider travelling in Japan. The owner is very friendly.

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by steffen144 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

1

At this price you will find nothing better anywhere in Tokyo. VERY close to station, rooms have everything you need, they are clean and the staff is great. Very recommended!

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by anonymous – posted on Nov 3, 2008

Stayed for a couple days...It was an individual room in a studio for 3. There was a shared shower but the toilet is inside the bed room...That was unusual to me. Takashimadaira is quite far from central Tokyo, but it's just a few minutes away from the station. That was actually very convenient...

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by Daichihat – posted on Oct 26, 2008

2

Really kind the staff, and helpful, thankx a lot!

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by jabonal468354 – posted on Oct 21, 2008

1

although the location is quit far from central, you can use one day pass and it very cheap. the room is clean with private bathroom and kitchen. i`m very satisfied.

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by ultramin12823 – posted on Sep 15, 2008

1

The staff was very helpful and the proximity to the station was very good. It was relaxed and had a small town feeling. The staff would answer questions to help me make plans for the rest of my trip and would introduce me to other guests and help me about where to go to buy items. The room was... more The staff was very helpful and the proximity to the station was very good. It was relaxed and had a small town feeling. The staff would answer questions to help me make plans for the rest of my trip and would introduce me to other guests and help me about where to go to buy items. The room was clean and though not very spacious it was more than adequate and comfortable. All in all a very pleasant experience, much better than others I have experienced.close

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by kojiasada5247 – posted on Sep 9, 2008

1

I would not recommend anyone stay here. It is hard to find, disorganized & out of the way. The office is filthy - you have to go up & sit in his dirty laundry. We felt uneasy leaving things with him to go & withdraw money to. We were then led several blocks down the road to our room,... more I would not recommend anyone stay here. It is hard to find, disorganized & out of the way. The office is filthy - you have to go up & sit in his dirty laundry. We felt uneasy leaving things with him to go & withdraw money to. We were then led several blocks down the road to our room, which was tiny & had not been cleaned & curtains were see-through. He seemed so dodgy so before we left we checked the locks-the balcony door had been left unlocked by them. I felt uneasy going back there at nightclose

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by jillhm9952 – posted on Aug 17, 2008

2

Its a nice play to use as a base when in Toyko. The hostel is very near the subway station. The location is far from the centre but everything is so easilsy accesabily by public transport its not an issue. The owner was nice esp when I left behind some documents he made sure i got them back safe...

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by elainede4785 – posted on Aug 11, 2008

3

Great place with a great price, about 20 mins from yamanote line. The staff spoke english really well! I had a fun time!

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by lunamielstar61 – posted on Aug 8, 2008

1

Manager helpfuland cheerful. Cooking facilities virtually non-existent. Hostel needs a thorough cleaning throughout - found rubbish under the bunks and the shower was disgusting.

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by jsab8883 – posted on Aug 5, 2008

2

If you can't find it right away look for the golf store with the basket filled with clubs, and walk in there.

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by luker3566395 – posted on Jul 31, 2008

4

This is a apartment. we had a small one one. we ordered two beds but got one and something they called a bed on the floor. It was not good. If it just had been a Japamise style madres on the floor. but it was;nt. I am 180 cmm and if you were 100 cm you would fet it. anyway it have a nice... more This is a apartment. we had a small one one. we ordered two beds but got one and something they called a bed on the floor. It was not good. If it just had been a Japamise style madres on the floor. but it was;nt. I am 180 cmm and if you were 100 cm you would fet it. anyway it have a nice kitchen. But no internet and it is located to farre away maybe 45 min from tokyo stationclose

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by slowburnbooking2521 – posted on Jul 24, 2008

1

Qd il faut réserver en urgence 2 jours avant, pdt la Golden week, un samedi soir... Pas trop loin du centre en RER. Très difficile à trouver sur place car ne ressemble pas à un hôtel mais plus à un immeuble gourbi. Le patron se vante de descendre à Paris au Georges V mais vu l'argent qu'il... more Qd il faut réserver en urgence 2 jours avant, pdt la Golden week, un samedi soir... Pas trop loin du centre en RER. Très difficile à trouver sur place car ne ressemble pas à un hôtel mais plus à un immeuble gourbi. Le patron se vante de descendre à Paris au Georges V mais vu l'argent qu'il se fait avec des dortoirs réduits et des chambres minuscules... Lit non fait, sdb crade au possible. La pièce à vivre est ok. Bref la solution de dernière minute !close

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by marmotus – posted on Jul 22, 2008

5

Tokyo apartments turned into a guesthouse means not too much space. I switched from 'dorm room' (small bedroom stuffed with bunk beds) to single private, which suited me better. However, the mattress in there was very short, with my 185 cm I could not lie stretched. Felt stuck between wall and... more Tokyo apartments turned into a guesthouse means not too much space. I switched from 'dorm room' (small bedroom stuffed with bunk beds) to single private, which suited me better. However, the mattress in there was very short, with my 185 cm I could not lie stretched. Felt stuck between wall and bed end, not so comfy :( Other than that nice place, nice neighbourhood, very friendly staff.close

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by japan6045 – posted on Jun 22, 2008

3

Far from Tokyo but clean and comfortable with ADSL and TV

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by chiro764436 – posted on Apr 21, 2008

1

the place was nice and convenient to get your neccessities n food, the staff were friendly and ever ready to help. Overall, staying there was a pleasant experience everyone should try it too. =D

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by jizsaww3194 – posted on Apr 19, 2008

1

The rooms were very small and the kitchen/hangout area was very cramped. But the staff was really nice and helpful!

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by moonstev9653 – posted on Apr 14, 2008

1

This hostel is so far out of the center of Tokyo! it takes at least 40 minutes on the local train to get into the center...The reception also charged a 5% tax which wasnt listed on Hostelworld.

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by gazh4462619 – posted on Apr 3, 2008

2

Security could be improved by adding lockers to the rooms. I could easily have found the hostel if instructions had been given with my booking, but the host collected me from teh station anyway, which made me feel very welcome.

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by lauraclaire-1981143 – posted on Mar 31, 2008

2

clean, comfortable, great pleasant staff. recommend it to anyone and everyone.

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by sthorby9810 – posted on Mar 29, 2008

1

This is a very good place to stay if you're a bagpacker and the only thing you want the room for is to sleep and bath, rooms and bath are very clean, staff very helpfull and located in a very safe place. A little bit far from main stuff but we actually didnt mind the travel it was really fun. I... more This is a very good place to stay if you're a bagpacker and the only thing you want the room for is to sleep and bath, rooms and bath are very clean, staff very helpfull and located in a very safe place. A little bit far from main stuff but we actually didnt mind the travel it was really fun. I actually recommended it for all who are looking for a place to stay in Japan.close

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by guzurey – posted on Mar 29, 2008

1

The attendant was kind enough to come out and guide us to the apartment (lost only because I didn`t examine the map carefully). His English was great and he was very accomidating to speak in simple Japanese to me. If having a kitchen is a plus, be sure to come here, but it does take about 30-40... more The attendant was kind enough to come out and guide us to the apartment (lost only because I didn`t examine the map carefully). His English was great and he was very accomidating to speak in simple Japanese to me. If having a kitchen is a plus, be sure to come here, but it does take about 30-40 minutes to get in and out of the city center--thus harder to enjoy night life. The place is still awkwardly getting itself in better shape with renovations and whatnot, but even though there are nicer cheap places, it was kinda fun to have a more private apartment than simply a hotel room. There is also a McDonalds between the apartment and the station open 24 hours for the homesick!close

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by nicholasacrawford6996 – posted on Jan 10, 2008

1

far away from everything but a peaceful neighborhood. own bathroom and shared shower. location a little inconvenient.

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by juimlee1198 – posted on Jan 9, 2008

2

Comfortable place, a bit far from downtown, but conveniently close to the subway station in a wonderfully charming neighborhood! During our stay the innkeeper threw a New Year's party for the guests, which was lots of fun!

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by ahansen6340 – posted on Jan 4, 2008

3

The only bad thing about Palette Takashimadaira is how far it is from the major sighs in Tokyo - it took about 30 minutes to get in. But one doesn't actually mind the travelling, because you travel a great deal in Tokyo anyway, and also the hotel itself is up the road from the subway station. The... more The only bad thing about Palette Takashimadaira is how far it is from the major sighs in Tokyo - it took about 30 minutes to get in. But one doesn't actually mind the travelling, because you travel a great deal in Tokyo anyway, and also the hotel itself is up the road from the subway station. The hotel is also in a delightful area that is charming enough in itself. The accommodation was simple yet clean. Takashi Sensei was also a really nice host, inviting us to a New Years Day party. I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone, especially given the low rate you pay in comparison to other hostels in Tokyo.close

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by thomascoggin2829 – posted on Jan 3, 2008

1

If it was cleaner and a little closer to central tokyo it would have been perfect. Takes about 25 min by metro to get there from the center of town.

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by s-gom – posted on Apr 5, 2007

3

This is the second time I have been here. I like this place. It's a bit far from the main city of Tokyo, but I like this feeling. This time around, it was a bit more dirty than before, I had a different room though. I would still go here again! That is how much I like this place.

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by digitaljo – posted on Feb 14, 2007

5

VERY Dirty Hostel!!! The person at the desk was VERY rude. He would not allow me to cancel the 2nd day of my reservation. He wanted to charge me for half the 2nd day if I canceled. CHEAP JERK!!!!

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by thomasho4145 – posted on Nov 28, 2006

3

Very kind friendly staff and excellent value, it would have been perfect if it was a little bit cleaner.

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by Caitli5888 – posted on Nov 8, 2006

1

for the price, place was decent.

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by vincen6384 – posted on Oct 17, 2006

3

This p[lace is well priced and the staff are great. There seems to be a lot of long termers here. The downside is its a long way out, but that can be an upside too.

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by goann3318 – posted on Aug 10, 2006

1

This was the only viable option for me since Tokyo is notoriously expensive. I was pleased with the facility. It was small, but cozy and safe. Most reviewers remarked about how far out it is from the city, but it is still accessible from the subway. Plus, it is very close to the nearest... more This was the only viable option for me since Tokyo is notoriously expensive. I was pleased with the facility. It was small, but cozy and safe. Most reviewers remarked about how far out it is from the city, but it is still accessible from the subway. Plus, it is very close to the nearest station. It cost me about 260 yen to get from the hostel to anywhere in the city. I would stay here again, but they need to pay more attention to the cleanliness.close

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by Lamcc – posted on May 30, 2006

1

Great place, probably no good if you are just going to party, would need somewhere further south around Ropongi, but was perfect for me, loads of nice local restaurants around and a nice break after busy days in the city. Nothing bad to say.

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by reggae5374 – posted on Apr 21, 2006

2

not where you want to stay if you plan to go out on an evening as night life is non existent and taxi is too expensive, last train back is midnight. Friendly staff and good facilaties

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by Fiveaces – posted on Apr 3, 2006

10

not where you want to stay if you plan to go out on an evening as night life is non existent and taxi is too expensive, last train back is midnight. Friendly staff and good facilaties

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by Fiveaces – posted on Apr 3, 2006

10

The supermarket and convience stores are close by. the station is just a few blocks away, the park is really nice place to go. If you need anything, just ask the staff, and I'm sure they'll have it ready for you. Tip: Call them ahead just in case to give them a heads up/notice that you'll be... more The supermarket and convience stores are close by. the station is just a few blocks away, the park is really nice place to go. If you need anything, just ask the staff, and I'm sure they'll have it ready for you. Tip: Call them ahead just in case to give them a heads up/notice that you'll be coming. I didn't and I had to wait for a bit. I will definitely return back here again.close

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by digitaljo – posted on Feb 10, 2006

5

My friends and I really enjoyed this facility. It is cheap and a good deal. Although it is a bit out of the way on the subway line you just have to plan your day to return by midnight or stay out all night. The staff were very friendly and were always available for assistance.

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by marygraf – posted on Jan 5, 2006

1

If you really wan't too be an indepandent backpacker then staying in an apartment is for you. It is about 30min from Tokyo St, but that is what I wanted. The staff are amazing (sean really helped me out and gave me important info). ebitari x

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by Ebita8410 – posted on Dec 14, 2005

6

Nice room, very clean and secure. Location a little far out from the city centre but that suited me. Overall a good deal.

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by davidno1952 – posted on Dec 5, 2005

1

the location is poor, but the staff are fantastic and extremely helpful.

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by amitna4206 – posted on Nov 27, 2005

1