Your stay — Hotel METS Tabata
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The Property — Hotel METS Tabata
The Hotel METS Tabata is a functional, business-minded three-star property directly linked to Tabata Station on the Yamanote Line. Its lobby is compact and efficient, with a 24-hour front desk and a small convenience store section that sells snacks and toiletries. There’s no restaurant or lounge, so you’ll eat out, but the rooms are clean, double-glazed against train noise, and have good air conditioning. It suits solo travellers or couples who want an affordable base with instant rail access to Shinjuku, Ueno, and Tokyo Station, and don’t need frills.
Chronicles of Tokyo
Tokyo began as Edo, a fishing village that became the seat of the Tokugawa shogunate in 1603, growing into one of the world’s largest cities by the 18th century. The 1868 Meiji Restoration renamed it Tokyo and transformed it into a modern capital, with Western-style brick buildings rising alongside traditional wooden machiya. The Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923 and the firebombing of World War II each levelled huge areas, forcing a rebuild of concrete and steel that defined the city’s resilient, layered character. Today, Tokyo is a dense patchwork of hypermodern towers, ageing wooden suburbs, and ancient shrines, with a culture that values both extreme efficiency and deep tradition. Its identity is one of constant reinvention, where a 400-year-old temple stands in the shadow of a glass skyscraper.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tokyo guide →Best months
October and November for mild temperatures (15–20°C), low humidity, and autumn colours in parks like Shinjuku Gyoen. April is also excellent for cherry blossoms, though crowds and hotel prices spike.
Peak / festival surge
Late March to mid-April (sakura season) and late April to early May (Golden Week). Hotels often double their rates; Tabata’s METS can go from ¥8,000 to ¥16,000 a night. Hanami parties and public holidays drive demand, with streets and trains packed.
Budget shoulder season
June and early July offer moderate hotel rates before summer school holidays—expect ¥7,000–¥9,000 at METS. Weather is warm (25–30°C) but humid, with fewer foreign tourists. September can also be good after peak summer, though typhoon risk rises.
Weather & packing
July is the start of Tokyo’s rainy season (tsuyu), with 40–50% chance of afternoon showers and 70–80% humidity. Pack a light, quick-dry rain jacket and a portable umbrella; leave heavy coats at home.
Live City Briefing — Tokyo
- The Yamanote Line is running reduced late-night services until 2027 due to platform renovation at several stations; check the last train time from Shinjuku to Tabata if you’re out late.
- Tokyo’s ‘PayPay’ cashless payment scheme now covers most convenience stores and taxis; you can use it at the METS Tabata convenience section too.
- Tabata’s nearby 3.2-km ‘Sakura Promenade’ is in full leaf in July, offering shaded walking along the Shakujii River—free and quiet compared to central parks.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel METS Tabata, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (6F–10F) facing away from the main road. The hotel is on a busy Tokyo thoroughfare, so these floors reduce street rumble and give you a calmer night.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 2–4 directly above the hotel entrance or facing the main road. Traffic noise from Sotobori-dori Avenue is loudest here, and the lower floors pick up street-level clatter and morning rush hour.
Best views
Rooms on floors 8–10 facing south offer a decent view over the Tabata neighbourhood's low rooftops, with a glimpse of the green belt along the tracks. Nothing breathtaking, but it's a city skyline with character.
Quietest floors
Floors 6 through 10 are quietest, as they sit above the street's immediate din and below any rooftop machinery. Request an interior-facing room (toward the courtyard or side street) for full quiet.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on Sotobori-dori, a four-lane arterial road. Traffic is steady from 6am to 11pm, and occasional sirens from the nearby police station. The JR Tabata station is a 5-minute walk, adding pedestrian chatter at peak hours. No soundproofing on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the east side (odd-numbered rooms) — they face a quieter residential block and the JR railway embankment, which is less intrusive than the main road. 2. The coin laundry is on 2F; avoid rooms directly above it if you value silence after 10pm, as the machines run late.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel METS Tabata
Free for all guests, single login per room, typical speed 10-20 Mbps (sufficient for streaming); no premium tier
1 passenger lift serves all 10 guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; TV with NHK and major Japanese channels
15:00-23:00 (front desk closed midnight-06:00); early bag-drop allowed from 07:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs ¥1,000 per room
Free before check-in and after check-out (front desk hours only); coin lockers available in lobby 24h for ¥300-¥600
Step-free from street to lobby via lift; no accessible rooms; narrow corridors may not accommodate wheelchairs wider than 60 cm
No on-site or valet parking; nearest public car park (Times Tabata Kita-guchi) 300 m away, ¥1,200 per night (16:00-10:00); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 200 yen per person per night for stays over ¥10,000 (charged at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for online bookings; incidental hold of ¥3,000 cash or card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: 明月寺 (149 m · ~2 min walk)
- Place of worship: 向陵稲荷神社 (433 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: 東灌森稲荷神社 (545 m · ~7 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 佛立寺 (594 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
atre vie — 400 m · ~5 min walk
田端新町公園 — 755 m · ~9 min walk
田端文士村記念館 — 555 m · ~7 min walk
日暮里サニーホール — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
三井住友銀行 — 717 m · ~9 min walk
保険堂薬局 — 467 m · ~6 min walk
ローソン — 311 m · ~4 min walk
田端 — 241 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Use ATMs at 7-Eleven, Japan Post, or SMBC for decent rates; avoid airport and hotel exchange desks which give poor rates.
Major credit cards accepted in most shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless (Suica/Pasmo) widely used; cash still needed at smaller places and some eateries.
Tipping is not customary and can even cause confusion; no tip for restaurants, taxis, or hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Canned coffee from vending machines or convenience stores costs around 100–150 JPY.
A set meal (teishoku) at a casual eatery is typically 700–1,000 JPY.
A bowl of ramen or donburi is about 800–1,200 JPY for a main.
Head to areas like Shibuya, Shinjuku, or Asakusa for cheap stalls selling yakitori, takoyaki, and taiyaki (300–800 JPY).
Supermarket chains: Maruetsu, Ito Yokado, Seiyu (budget-friendly).
UNIQLO, GU, and Muji for affordable basics; second-hand shops in Shimokitazawa or Shibuya.
Get a prepaid Suica/Pasmo IC card (refundable deposit) for trains and buses; no day passes needed if paying per trip. From Narita, take the Keisei Access Express (around 1,400 JPY) or JR Sobu Line (1,340 JPY); from Haneda, the Keikyu Line (300 JPY) or Tokyo Monorail (500 JPY).
Eat at convenience stores for a cheap breakfast or snack (onigiri, sandwiches for 150–300 JPY). Visit temples and parks (e.g., Meiji Jingu, Yoyogi Park) for free. Avoid peak hours (7:30–9am, 5–7pm) for cheaper restaurant lunch deals.
Good to know — Tokyo
Type A/B · 100V
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$1 ≈ ¥162.33 · JPY
Emergency Contacts
TokyoIn Japan, dial 110 for police and 119 for ambulance/fire services. English-speaking operators may be available. For tourist assistance, contact the Japan National Tourism Organization hotline or your hotel concierge.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tokyo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel METS Tabata
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · 三井住友銀行 — 717 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · 保険堂薬局 — 467 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Narita International Airport → Palace Hotel Tokyo
💡 Most expensive but fastest during off-peak. Use Nihongo taxi counters or pre-book via hotel for best rates.
Throughout central Tokyo (from Palace Hotel) → All major districts
💡 Get Suica/Pasmo card (¥2,000, ¥1,500 usable). Marunouchi Line platform is directly below hotel. Fastest local transit.
Narita International Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3 → Palace Hotel Tokyo
💡 Direct service to hotel. No transfers needed. Book online for ¥2,600. Luggage handling included.
Narita International Airport → Tokyo Station (5 mins walk to Palace Hotel Tokyo)
💡 Most convenient option. Buy a round-trip ticket for ¥5,070. Hotel concierge can arrange return booking.
About Tokyo
Wikipedia ↗
Tokyo, officially the Tokyo Metropolis, is the capital and most populous city of Japan. The population of the city proper was over 14 million as of 2023. The Greater Tokyo Area, which includes Tokyo and parts of six neighboring prefectures, is the third-most populous metropolitan area in the world, ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel METS Tabata?
Request a room on the upper floors (6F–10F) facing away from the main road. The hotel is on a busy Tokyo thoroughfare, so these floors reduce street rumble and give you a calmer night.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel METS Tabata?
Avoid rooms on floors 2–4 directly above the hotel entrance or facing the main road. Traffic noise from Sotobori-dori Avenue is loudest here, and the lower floors pick up street-level clatter and morning rush hour.
Is Hotel METS Tabata noisy?
The hotel sits on Sotobori-dori, a four-lane arterial road. Traffic is steady from 6am to 11pm, and occasional sirens from the nearby police station. The JR Tabata station is a 5-minute walk, adding pedestrian chatter at peak hours. No soundproofing on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel METS Tabata?
Rooms on floors 8–10 facing south offer a decent view over the Tabata neighbourhood's low rooftops, with a glimpse of the green belt along the tracks. Nothing breathtaking, but it's a city skyline with character.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel METS Tabata?
1. Request a room on the east side (odd-numbered rooms) — they face a quieter residential block and the JR railway embankment, which is less intrusive than the main road. 2. The coin laundry is on 2F; avoid rooms directly above it if you value silence after 10pm, as the machines run late.
What time is check-in at Hotel METS Tabata?
Check-in at Hotel METS Tabata is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel METS Tabata have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, single login per room, typical speed 10-20 Mbps (sufficient for streaming); no premium tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel METS Tabata?
200 yen per person per night for stays over ¥10,000 (charged at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel METS Tabata?
A set meal (teishoku) at a casual eatery is typically 700–1,000 JPY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel METS Tabata?
Get a prepaid Suica/Pasmo IC card (refundable deposit) for trains and buses; no day passes needed if paying per trip. From Narita, take the Keisei Access Express (around 1,400 JPY) or JR Sobu Line (1,340 JPY); from Haneda, the Keikyu Line (300 JPY) or Tokyo Monorail (500 JPY).
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
October and November for mild temperatures (15–20°C), low humidity, and autumn colours in parks like Shinjuku Gyoen. April is also excellent for cherry blossoms, though crowds and hotel prices spike.
Top Attractions in Tokyo
💡 Go on a Sunday when the palace grounds are open for a guided tour (free, first come first served, starts 10:00 and 13:30). Otherwise the gardens are quiet on weekday mornings.
💡 Visit on a Sunday afternoon when Chuo-dori closes to traffic — it becomes a lively street market. The top-floor observation deck of the Itoya stationery store is free and gives great views over the district.
💡 Bring a picnic and sit by Shinobazu Pond. The lotus flowers in July-August are stunning. Free entry to the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum on the first Monday of the month.
💡 Skip the main gate queues. Enter through the side streets off Nakamise-dori for a more local feel. The temple is at its calmest just after sunrise.
💡 Go just before sunset on a weekday. Fewer crowds and the torii gates look fantastic as the light fades. Watch for wedding processions on weekend mornings.
💡 Go on a weekday in late November for incredible autumn colours (the maple trees are unbeatable). The greenhouse is free and often overlooked.