Toyoko Inn Frankfurt Central Station

I wasn't totally comfortable with the shallow, high-tech toilet, which had loads of buttons and felt like sitting on the edge of a cliff. The mattress was very firm, so this won't suit you if you prefer a softer one. Still, the staff were friendly and the room was clean, though basic. The location is great, close to the station, and entry is secure. It's not a bad hotel, just maybe not my personal fit.

I liked being able to leave our bags in the designated luggage room after checkout until I left Frankfurt. The breakfast was wholesome with several choices, and room service was available throughout our stay. The room itself was basic but clean and had enough space, with a large bed. It came with a large work table, a small round table, two chairs, a mini refrigerator, air conditioner, clothes hanger, electric kettle, and bedside lamp. The bathroom was cramped but clean, with working hot water, towels, soap, and amenities. Its Japanese-style multi-functional commode was the highlight. Check-in went smoothly and I was given a first-floor room. A couple of elevators were running, so there wasn't much hassle. Toyoko Inn is very close to Frankfurt Railway Station, especially if you use the side exit. Some nearby areas felt dodgy at night, but I felt completely safe inside the hotel.

Don't stay at this hotel. We came despite the reviews, and it was very bad. The reservation men didn't speak English, and asked me to repeat my booking number 12 times, so apparently that's how you learn English numbers. There was no light switch in the room, just another of its “electronic lessons” to figure out, and no power outlet near the bed. Charging meant staying by the fridge, which didn't work, whether it was hot or cold. If you want to throw your money away, or have extra money to spare, staying here could be a great life experience. A hotel always teaches you lessons to motivate you in life. Maybe once you graduate, life promises you'll become Superman.

Breakfast was phenomenal. We got it with our stay, and I wish I'd asked how they made the scrambled eggs. The hotel also has a restaurant that looked great when we passed by in the evening, though I didn't try it. I slept better here than I ever have at a hotel. The mattress firmness and pillow thickness were just right, and the air conditioning worked really well. The room was probably the most functional I've stayed in. There is a washing machine and dryer room for a small fee, and reception can provide detergent pods for a little extra. I parked my motorcycle in the secure, ventilated underground garage. The receptionist kindly checked whether I could get a discount, but that wasn't possible. The location is okay. Being next to the train station is convenient, though there are nearby areas I wouldn't want to be around in the evenings, and that's not the hotel's fault.