[EN] Tokyo | Toyoko Inn Shinjuku Kabukicho Review: Best Budget Stay near Don Quijote & Shinjuku Nightlife｜Ryobiyori
When visiting Shinjuku, finding a hotel that is both budget-friendly and located right in the heart of the action can be tricky. During my trip in February 2024, I stayed at
📍 1. Prime Location: A Shopper’s Paradise
Don Quijote Shinjuku: One of Tokyo’s biggest discount stores is just a few steps away. You can go souvenir hunting at 3 AM and be back in your room in minutes! Convenience: Surrounded by multiple 24-hour convenience stores and local supermarkets. Nightlife: You are only a 3-7 minute walk from the core of Kabukicho’s restaurant and entertainment area, but the hotel itself is tucked away enough to ensure a quiet night's sleep.
📍 2. Seamless Transit: Two Major Stations
Higashi-Shinjuku Station (Subway): The nearest station, providing easy access to Ikebukuro and Shibuya via the Fukutoshin Line. Shin-Okubo Station (JR): About a 12-minute walk. The route takes you through the lively "Korea Town," making the walk very entertaining with street food and K-pop shops.
📍 3. Room Review: Clean, Functional, and Secure
It features a digital code lock system (no need for a physical key), a spacious desk, a refrigerator, and a standard modular bathroom that is kept sparkling clean.
📍 4. Free Breakfast: A Hearty Start
From traditional Japanese Onigiri (rice balls) and miso soup to Western-style sausages and scrambled eggs, it’s a perfect way to fuel up before a long day of sightseeing.
💡 Ryobiyori’s Final Thoughts
Membership Tip: Sign up for the Toyoko Inn Club card at the front desk. You can earn 1 free night for every 10 nights you stay! Verdict: Highly recommended for solo travelers, couples, or anyone who wants to be close to the Shinjuku action without paying luxury prices.
🚆 Essential Shinjuku Travel Tools:
🚀 Airport Transfer: 👉 Keisei Skyliner Ticket (Narita to Ueno/Shinjuku) 🎫 Subway Pass: 👉 Tokyo Subway 24/48/72-Hour Pass