Hotel Star Plaza Ikebukuro

"The hotel staff was very helpful and allowed us to check in early for a reasonable fee. The hotel is older, but has a lot of charm. It's located a short walk from Ikebukuro Station. Very easy to get there from Haneda Airport with the airport bus!\n\nOur room had more amenities than we expected and they offer daily cleaning for those who wishes.\n\nThe bed was very comfortable and the room was clean. The bathroom had a small bathtub, shower and japanese washlet. We got free schampoo, conditioner, soap, toothbrushes, combs and razors. You could charge your phone from an USB-outlet on the bed frame, very convenient.\nThe room is small, but we had lots of room since we travel light.\n\nBeside the bed there is a small sofa and a table. Perfect for eating a small meal! There is also a small fridge and water kettle.\n\nThey offer coffee 24 hours in the "breakfast room". There is also a free, small, breakfast buffet of bread, yoghurt and salad daily.\n\nI read that some think the neighbourhood feels unsafe at night. The hotel is located in an area with a lot of "Girls bars" but I never felt unsafe walking home at night. You could hear people partying, walking home drunk and laughing lying in the bed some nights, but it really didn't bother us. The area felt alive and we really appreciated how close it was to several convenience stores, bars, restaurants and metro station!\n\nWhen we come back to Tokyo, we would love to stay there again! Ikebukuro is a great base for exploring the city! And for the price we paid we really can't complain at all, we were very satisfied."

"The rooms, while being very inexpensive, were very utilitarian. There is no place to put your clothes if you want to unpack anything. There is a bed, a desk, a TV, a refrigerator, a tea kettle, and a hairdryer. The only plugs are behind the TV. BUT and this is a (good) huge BUT the staff is incredibly sensitive to and responsive to the needs of their clients!!! What does that all mean? I am returning to Japan next year and plan to book this hotel again as my first option. It also helps that the train station is about 5 minutes away.\n\nUPDATE: Forgot to mention that continental breakfast is included! And the coffee is EXCELLENT!"

"If you don’t care the redlight clubs around the hotel, it’s a super good place to stay. Ikebukuro is quite central and you can travel around with the Yamamoto Line."