Overwhelmed with all the hustle and bustle of downtown Tokyo? Try heading to the laid-back Nerima City, a suburban neighborhood in Tokyo’s northern part. Plenty of parks and gardens are accessible for a cozy afternoon picnic, including Tokyo Metropolitan Hikarigaoka Park, famous for its lines of blossoming Sakura (cherry blossom) trees in spring. Nerima City is also known as the birthplace of Japanese anime, the place where some legendary anime series such as Doraemon and Astro Boy were born. A mecca for anime fans, must-visits in Nerima City includes Toei Animation Museum, home to many memorabilia used by the world-renowned animation studio. And for a fun time with the family, the amusement park of Toshimaen and Toshimaen Niwa-no-yu bathhouse should not be missed. To complete your vacation, you only need a fabulous stay. Check out this article for the best hotels to stay in Nerima City, Japan.
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1. Hotel Cadenza Tokyo (from USD 97)
The 4-star Hotel Cadenza Tokyo offers a luxurious stay at a convenient location in Nerima City. Pick any of its rooms according to your needs, and you will get elegantly designed, fully air-conditioned, and carpeted accommodations. The rooms also come with an ensuite bathroom that also features a hot tub.
The hotel’s hearty buffet breakfast is a great way to start the day before you walk around and explore some of the parks in the lovely neighborhood, including the lush Harunokaze Park, a two-minute walk from the hotel. Alternatively, make use of the hotel’s facilities to actively spend your day, including its gym and the swimming pool.
Hotel Cadenza Tokyo
Address: Nerima-ku Takamatu 5-8 J.CITY
2. Flexstay Inn Ekoda (from USD 66)
Flexstay Inn Ekoda is the perfect choice for backpackers looking for an inexpensive yet comfy stay in Nerima City. Highly accessible by public transportation, both Ekoda Station and Shin-egota Station are within 500 meters (1,640 feet) away. The lovely neighborhood is home to traditional as well as modern sites. Musashino Inari Shrine is just a 2-minute walk, and an abundance of trendy Japanese food chains and markets, including Lawson and 7-Eleven, is just around the corner.
Fast wifi in all rooms and the laundromat also make traveling much more convenient for backpackers.
FLEXSTAY INN Ekoda
Address: 8-6, Sakae-cho, Nerima-ku,, Nerima, Tokyo, Japan, 176-0006
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3. Hotel Cen (from USD 136)
Reasonable pricing for Tokyo, good value for money
Clean, modern, and well-equipped rooms, cafe and bar on-site, laundry facilities available
Convenient location near Shinjuku, close to Okubo and Shin Okubo stations, easy access to public transit, surrounded by cafes and bars
Great coffee at on-site cafe, vibrant neighborhood with diverse dining options, convenient breakfast but limited choices
The uniquely stylish design of Hotel Cen stands out among other buildings in its surroundings. The modern, trendy vibe doesn’t stop there - each air-conditioned room features a fancy see-through shower typical of upscale villas. Moreover, there is a fancy café area with an open kitchen and a tasteful dining area. Don’t miss out on the fantastic continental breakfast served every morning.
Another plus point is the abundance of great attractions nearby, including Meotogi Shrine and Tenryūji Temple.
HOTEL CEN
Address: Shinjuku-ku Hyakunincho 1-5-19
4. Sakura Cross Hotel Shinjuku East (from USD 211)
If you love to walk around a vibrant neighborhood, the lovely Sakura Cross Hotel Shinjuku East is where you should stay. There are a lot of great attractions within walking distance, including Inarikio Shrine less than 1 km (0.6 mi) away. But if you wish to relax in the hotel, the cozy, air-conditioned rooms with wooden floors provide the perfect ambiance.
A trip to Nerima City is one train ride away, and Higashi-Shinjuku Station Is just five minutes from the hotel.
Sakura Cross Hotel Shinjuku East
Address: Shinjuku-ku shinjuku 7-11-3
5. Nakano Sunplaza Hotel (from USD 92)
The upscale Nakano Sunplaza hotel offers a luxury stay in a wonderful environment. The famous picnic spot, Nakano Shiki no Mori Park, and the vibrant Nakano Sun Mall are both within five minutes on foot. Nakano Train Station is a minute away, and from there you can hop onto Japan Railways trains to many parts of the city.
But if you’re a lazy traveler, just chilling in the hotel all day sounds great, too! There’s a lovely swimming pool and two on-site restaurants offering Japanese and French cuisines, all for your enjoyment.
Nakano Sunplaza Hotel
Address: 4-1-1 Nakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to, JPN, 164-8512
6. Tokyu Stay Ikebukuro (from USD 93)
For backpackers, laundry can be a major traveling problem. If that’s the case for you, you should definitely consider the charming Tokyu Stay Ikebukuro. This sleek hotel features a highly useful feature that is quite unusual in mid-range Japanese hotels - in-room laundry facilities to wash and dry your clothes! For a small extra fee, you can also have your clothes dry-cleaned by the hotel management. The well-equipped rooms also feature a trouser press, a small fridge, and an electric kettle.
And as a nice bonus, the hotel serves a fabulous Western breakfast buffet from 7am to 9:30am every morning.
Tokyu Stay Ikebukuro
Address: Toshima-ku, Ikebukuro 2-12-2
7. Richmond Hotel Tokyo Mejiro (from USD 155)
Sleek, luxurious, and easily accessible, Richmond Hotel Tokyo Mejiro is particularly suitable for young, urban travelers. This gorgeous, Western-style hotel is only a two-minute walk from Mejiro station which is connected to a loop line, so you can conveniently access all parts of the massive Tokyo.
For busy young professionals who need to remain connected but don’t want to carry laptops everywhere, the hotel provides laptops for rent from the 24-hour front desk. And for even greater convenience when traveling, coin-operated laundry machines and ironing services are at your disposal.
Richmond Hotel Tokyo Mejiro
Address: Toshima-ku, Mejiro 3-5-14
8. Keio Presso Inn Ikebukuro (from USD 31)
To absorb all that the vibrant city of Tokyo offers, Keio Presso Inn Ikebukuro is the best place to stay. From theater to cinema, convenience store to shopping mall - everything is within walking distance from the hotel. You can spend your whole day in Sunshine City, a spectacular shopping mall that features a cinema, aquarium, and even planetarium, which is only a five-minute walk away. And for a lovely picnic with loved ones, the charming Minami-Ikebukuro Park is just around the corner.
If you want to go to Nerima City, just walk for about 5 minutes to Higashi-Ikebukuro Station, and you will be there in about 20 minutes.
Keio Presso Inn Ikebukuro
Address: Toshima-ku, Minami-Ikebukuro 2-29-11
9. APA Hotel Ikebukuro Eki Kitaguchi (from USD 72)
This modern hotel is designed with guests’ comfort in mind. Each room features a special mattress that optimizes the human body’s weight distribution, to provide better rest. More relaxation is possible with the hotel’s massage service, available for a small extra fee. Start your day with a buffet breakfast at on-site Restaurant Ashirwad.
And if you plan to go to Nerima City, simply walk for 4 minutes to Ikebukuro Station, hop onto the Ikebukuro Line, and you’ll reach Nerima City in about 20 minutes.
APA Hotel Ikebukuro Eki Kitaguchi
Address: Toshima-ku Ikebukuro 2-48-7
10. アスタホテル (from USD 75)
If you’re planning a nice trip to Tokyo, consider the luxurious Asta Hotel. Past guests have noted how cozy and clean its air-conditioned rooms are. They also feature a massive TV with free Netflix access, for endless entertainment from your own bed. There is also an on-site bar if you need a drink but are too lazy to go out.
But if you do wanna go out, there are a lot of great eateries around the corner, including the famous curry chain CoCo Ichibanya nearby. And if you’re planning a visit to Nerima City, a direct train is available from Ikebukuro Station, about a five-minute walk from the hotel.
Asta Hotel
Address: Toshima-ku, Ikebukuro 2-24-4
Book a great hotel for a fabulous trip to Nerima City
With so many things to do and places to go, a trip to Tokyo can be quite overwhelming. But a trip to Nerima City opens up a nicer, more laid-back side of Tokyo, and we have also compiled a list of wonderful hotels to complement your trip. So what are you waiting for? Book one of these hotels and have fun in Nerima City!
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