Written by Shyam Bhardwa
Worried about finding cost-effective family accommodation in Tokyo? You should be, as Tokyo’s hotel rooms are notoriously tiny and most hotels aren’t designed with larger groups in mind.
Luckily for you, we’ve put together a list of the best options for larger family groups. Read on to discover hotels where you can relax and enjoy some private time without blowing your budget.
Pro tip: Check out our guide to Tokyo’s best apartment-style hotels.
Summary table
| Hotel Name | Location | Occupancy | Room Features | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mimaru SUITES Asakusa | Asakusa | Accommodates up to 8 people. Up to 2 kids under 6 years old can stay free per suite. | Apartment Hotel, largest suites up to 74m2 | From ¥97,232 per room (¥24,308 per person) for one night |
| Shinjuku City Hotel NUTS | Shinjuku | 4-5 People | Kitchenette, Large Bathroom | ¥32,000+ for 4 people |
| Ryokan Katsutaro | Ueno | 4 People | Traditional Tatami Room | ¥21,382+ for 4 people |
| Moonoka Hotel Ginza | Ginza | 5 People | 40 sq. m Room, Spacious Bathroom | ¥21,875+ for 4-5 people |
| Hundred Stay Shinjuku | Shinjuku | – | Apartment Hotel, 51+ sq. m Room | ¥36,000+ a room |
Mimaru SUITES Asakusa Tokyo
Book your stay hereFrom ¥97,232 per room (¥24,308 per person) for one night
Asakusa rivals any area in Tokyo for the volume of tourist sights and attractions. Just a minute’s walk from Asakusa Station, Mimaru Asakusa is a handily located option. As an apartment hotel, the experience of staying at Mimaru is closer to staying at a vacation rental — with more frequent room cleaning, servicing, and a variety of amenities. You’ll have access to larger rooms with cooking facilities, combo washer and dryer, and space to lounge, all overlooking the Sumida River and offering a glimpse into the vibrant heart of Asakusa.
The largest suites go up to 74m2. The bathrooms are generously sized, giving you plenty of space to unwind with a long soak after a day out. There are plenty of locations, including Akasaka and even Kyoto and Osaka. Mimaru is a hotel to consider if you want room to spread out — literally.
Shinjuku City Hotel NUTS
Book your stay here.Prices start from ¥32,000 for four people.
NUTS is a two minute walk from Shinjuku-Gyoenmae station, and 10 from Shinjuku proper. This offers easy access to almost anywhere in Tokyo or beyond from the hub of Shinjuku Station. Equally, when you’re worn out from a busy day in the city, the Shinjuku Gyoen National Gardens are a minute away. For families, the hotel’s location is complemented by its room offerings – the Deluxe Family rooms have space and beds for up to 4 to 5 people. These deluxe rooms come with plenty of extra space as well, with seating, a kitchenette area (with a stove, microwave, kettle, and fridge), and large bathrooms.
If you are traveling with extended family, the hotel will make an effort to accommodate you in adjacent rooms. Though on the slightly pricier side, the location, size, and convenience of the City Hotel NUTS makes it worthy of consideration.
Ryokan Katsutaro
Book your stay herePrices start from ¥21,382 per night for four people
If you’re looking to immerse yourself in Japanese culture, Ryokan Katsutaro offers traditional tatami rooms ideal for families. Only eight minutes from Ueno Park, and 12 from Ueno Station, this ryokan (traditional inn) is well-situated for tourists. The rooms aren’t the largest, but through the use of futons and careful arrangement, they have space for up to four people. The owners are consistently praised for being accommodating and helpful in reviews – so larger groups shouldn’t have issues sticking together.
Ryokan Katsutaro also offers excellent prices, with rooms in high demand. It might lack the amenities of other entries on this list, but for a traditional, family-owned and homely place to stay while you’re in Tokyo, look no further.
Moonoka Hotel Ginza
Book your stay here.Prices start from ¥21,875 for four/five person rooms.
Located adjacent to Tokyo’s upmarket Ginza district, the Moonoka Hotel offers spacious, reasonably priced rooms close to the heart of the city. It’s surrounded by Tokyo Metro stations, providing easy access to the city – although you can walk to Tokyo Station in 20 minutes. The larger of the rooms the hotel offers have space for up to five people, with two double beds and a futon in a 40sq m. room. The rooms also come with spacious bathrooms, seating areas, and a city view,
Larger groups may struggle to get rooms near one another, but for the space, price, and central location, Moonoka offers brilliant value. If you’re looking for a hotel that gives you space to stretch your legs after a long day in the city without a city-sized fee, Moonoka is ideal.
Hundred Stay Shinjuku
Book your stay here.Suites start at around ¥36,000
The Hundred Stay Shinjuku offers excellent value for money. An apartment hotel, much like Mimaru, this hotel boasts more spacious suite rooms, with personalized daily servicing. Suites start from 51sq m., with upgrades offering even larger rooms. With suites starting from several floors above the ground, each comes with an exquisite city view of the Shinjuku skyline. Rooms are divided into bedrooms and furnished living rooms, with large private bathrooms, giving you a comfortable space in which to settle in and watch movies or work in the evenings while watching the city light up.
With the hotel only a minute away from Ōkubo station, and then only a single stop from Shinjuku, it offers easy access to the entire city. If you don’t mind paying a little extra for the luxurious touch, the Hundred Stay Shinjuku offers space, comfort, and ease for the perfect trip to Tokyo.
