Hotel I/S

The hotel is close to the train station, parks, and things to do within walking distance. I found the neighborhood quiet and not sketchy at night, despite what others have said. Check-in was simple and friendly, and the room was quite spacious, with the toilet separate from the shower and tub. It may have been, or still be, a love hotel. There was barely any hot water, which was disappointing. The room had the basics like a fridge and TV, but the bed felt a bit firm.

The room was old and really dirty, with peeling walls. Very disappointing. I woke up with an itchy rash after sleeping in the bed.

A friend visiting from the States needed an inexpensive room and asked me to check this place out. When she mentioned the name, I wondered if it was a love hotel. It is, so the rooms are bigger than at a business hotel, and you may get some of that fun love hotel culture. The location is great: Chinatown is walkable, and it's right on the Keihin line. She stayed two weeks without problems. Some rooms are for smoking, so if you want a nonsmoking room, get one. The doors do lock, despite what some reviews say. There's a washing machine, but I'd only use it for washing. I have the same model at home, and drying a small load takes three hours.

Such a beautiful place, like a fancy royal studio. We got the 7900¥ deal on couples.com during a white day holiday, and it was worth it. Definitely coming back.