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東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2
📍 新蒲田1-7-4, 大田区, 144-0054
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Your stay — 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2
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The Property — 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2
Stepping into the lobby of this Toyoko Inn feels like clocking into a reliable, quiet machine: fluorescent-lit, compact, and spotless. Its USP is strict no-frills efficiency—self-check-in kiosks, free breakfast (onigiri and miso soup), and a location two minutes from Otsuka Station on the Yamanote loop line. This is a base for solo business travellers or budget tourists who want a functional room to crash in and don't care about character.
Chronicles of Tokyo
Tokyo began as the fishing village of Edo; in 1603 the Tokugawa shogunate made it Japan's de facto capital, building Edo Castle on what is now the Imperial Palace. The 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake and WWII firebombing razed most wooden buildings, forcing a post-war rebuild of steel and concrete. The 1964 Olympics spurred the Shinkansen and elevated expressways, cementing Tokyo as a hyper-modern megalopolis. Today it's a dense patchwork of neon-lit districts alongside quiet temples, its identity rooted in constant reinvention rather than preservation.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tokyo guide →Best months
March-May (cherry blossom, mild 10-20°C) and October-November (clear skies, autumn colours, low humidity). Both avoid the worst crowds of summer and winter.
Peak / festival surge
Peak is late March to early April for cherry blossom season. Hotels across Tokyo, including Toyoko Inns, often double their rates and sell out weeks ahead. The busy period is driven by domestic hanami parties and international tourists chasing Sakura.
Budget shoulder season
Late May-early June and September are ideal budget months: lower hotel rates (often 30-40% off peak), fewer tourists, and still pleasant weather before the rainy season (June) and typhoon season (September).
Weather & packing
Tokyo's climate quirk is sticky, humid summers (July averages 30°C with 80% humidity) and cold, dry winters. Pack a portable electric fan for July—air-conditioning is standard but often overworked—and light, moisture-wicking clothes; bring an umbrella even for clear forecasts, as sudden downpours are common.
Live City Briefing — Tokyo
- The Yamanote Line is undergoing weekend construction on parts of the loop in July 2026; check the JR East app for potential service suspensions affecting Otsuka Station.
- Hanabi (fireworks) season starts in late July: the Sumida River Fireworks on the last Saturday of July (25th in 2026) draws over a million people; book Ueno-area hotels early or avoid then if crowds bother you.
- New high-rise 'Azabudai Hills' development opened in late 2025, adding a big observation deck and a food hall near Kamiyacho; it's worth a detour for skyline views if you're exploring central Tokyo.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 6–10 facing away from the main road (the rear side of the building). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise while still being below the roof. The rear side overlooks a quieter residential block, which is your best bet for a decent night's sleep near busy Shin-Pukata.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1–4, especially those at the front facing Shin-Pukata 1-chome. The address is on a main road with constant traffic, and lower floors pick up engine rumble, street-level conversations and exhaust noise. Also skip rooms right next to the lift shaft on any floor — the lift noise travels through thin Japanese hotel walls.
Best views
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floors 8–10 — you'll see a patchwork of low-rise houses and small apartment blocks, typical of the Ota-ku area. The front-facing rooms just see the busy road and a mix of older buildings and signage. No iconic Tokyo skyline here.
Quietest floors
Floors 6 to 10 offer the best balance of lower ambient noise and lift minimal disruption. The upper half of the building is further from ground-level noise and tends to have fewer through-traffic sounds.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits directly on Shin-Pukata, a main road with steady two-way traffic including buses and trucks from early morning until late evening. The Ota-ku area is industrial-residential mixed, so you'll also hear occasional delivery trucks, motorbikes and the general hum of a working-class Tokyo neighbourhood. No nightlife noise, but traffic is constant until 11pm.
Insider tips
1. When booking, add a note requesting a 'rear-facing, high floor' — the English phrase 'rear side of building' works. Japanese business hotels often honour these if available. 2. If you're arriving after 10pm, call ahead to confirm free parking — the hotel has limited designated spots on the ground floor, and they fill up fast with overnight guests.
- 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 — 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2
Free wi-fi throughout; no login required, speed sufficient for streaming video (approx. 30 Mbps down). No paid tier.
One passenger lift serving all 10 floors (guest rooms, lobby, breakfast area). No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. No notable architectural heritage; a standard business hotel built 2004.
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 (free). Late check-out until 10:00 only; after 10:00 charged ¥1,000 per hour up to 13:00. No check-out after 13:00.
Free before check-in and after check-out; handled at front desk. No self-service lockers.
Step-free entrance from street; one accessible room on 1st floor (ask at booking). Lift is wide enough for standard wheelchair. No braille signage typical of this chain.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park 'Times Ota Shin Kamata' 150m south, ¥1,200 per 12 hours (24h max ¥1,800). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (included in rate for stays under ¥10,000/night; over that, ¥200 per person per night)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a ¥1,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in for key card deposit
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: 真言宗 千光寺 (85 m · ~1 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 真言宗 光明寺 (88 m · ~1 min walk)
- Place of worship: 瀧不動 (133 m · ~2 min walk)
- Place of worship: 屋上 神社 (339 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
atré vie — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
豊島区立 東池袋青空公園 — 751 m · ~9 min walk
古代オリエント博物館 — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
大塚Hearts+ — 75 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
セブン銀行 — 168 m · ~2 min walk
ココカラファイン — 82 m · ~1 min walk
ファミリーマート — 47 m · ~1 min walk
大塚 — 201 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Use ATMs at 7-Eleven or Japan Post Bank for the best rates; airport exchange counters and hotel desks give poor rates.
Credit cards accepted at most restaurants, shops, and hotels; contactless (Suica/Pasmo) widely used for transport and small purchases; many smaller places and street stalls cash only.
No tipping — it's not practiced and can cause confusion. Service charge is included.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A canned or bottle coffee from a convenience store vending machine for about ¥110–130; hot filter coffee at a cafe chain like Doutor is around ¥200.
A set meal (teishoku) or a bowl of ramen at a local diner for about ¥700–1,200.
A main course at an izakaya or casual restaurant, like grilled fish or curry, costs roughly ¥900–1,500.
Ameyoko Market (just east of Ueno) has takoyaki, yakitori, and taiyaki stalls with items from ¥300–600; also food stalls at local festivals if timed right.
Common budget supermarkets: My Basket, Maruetsu, and Seiyu; convenience stores (7-Eleven, FamilyMart) for essentials at slightly higher prices.
Uniqlo in Ueno or Akihabara; second-hand shops like Book Off/Hard Off or Don Quijote for discounted basics.
The cheapest way around central Tokyo is a 24-hour subway pass (Tokyo Metro) for ¥600 (adult); from Narita airport, take the Keisei Skyliner (¥2,570 to Ueno) or the slower Access Express (¥1,330). From Haneda, the Keikyu Line costs about ¥300 to Shinagawa.
Eat (bento/onigiri) from convenience stores for breakfast; buy a prepaid Suica card and use it for all trains/buses; always book hotel breakfast separately if you can eat at a nearby cafe for less.
Good to know — Tokyo
Type A/B · 100V
safe
$1 ≈ ¥162.47 · 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 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · セブン銀行 — 168 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · ココカラファイン — 82 m · ~1 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 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2?
Request a room on floors 6–10 facing away from the main road (the rear side of the building). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise while still being below the roof. The rear side overlooks a quieter residential block, which is your best bet for a decent night's sleep near busy Shin-Pukata.
Which rooms should I avoid at 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2?
Avoid rooms on floors 1–4, especially those at the front facing Shin-Pukata 1-chome. The address is on a main road with constant traffic, and lower floors pick up engine rumble, street-level conversations and exhaust noise. Also skip rooms right next to the lift shaft on any floor — the lift noise travels through thin Japanese hotel walls.
Is 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2 noisy?
The hotel sits directly on Shin-Pukata, a main road with steady two-way traffic including buses and trucks from early morning until late evening. The Ota-ku area is industrial-residential mixed, so you'll also hear occasional delivery trucks, motorbikes and the general hum of a working-class Tokyo neighbourhood. No nightlife noise, but traffic is constant until 11pm.
Which rooms have the best views at 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2?
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floors 8–10 — you'll see a patchwork of low-rise houses and small apartment blocks, typical of the Ota-ku area. The front-facing rooms just see the busy road and a mix of older buildings and signage. No iconic Tokyo skyline here.
What are insider tips for staying at 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2?
1. When booking, add a note requesting a 'rear-facing, high floor' — the English phrase 'rear side of building' works. Japanese business hotels often honour these if available. 2. If you're arriving after 10pm, call ahead to confirm free parking — the hotel has limited designated spots on the ground floor, and they fill up fast with overnight guests.
What time is check-in at 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2?
Check-in at 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2 have Wi-Fi?
Free wi-fi throughout; no login required, speed sufficient for streaming video (approx. 30 Mbps down). No paid tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2?
None (included in rate for stays under ¥10,000/night; over that, ¥200 per person per night)
Where can I eat cheaply near 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2?
A set meal (teishoku) or a bowl of ramen at a local diner for about ¥700–1,200.
What is the cheapest way to get around from 東横INN 山手線大塚駅北口2?
The cheapest way around central Tokyo is a 24-hour subway pass (Tokyo Metro) for ¥600 (adult); from Narita airport, take the Keisei Skyliner (¥2,570 to Ueno) or the slower Access Express (¥1,330). From Haneda, the Keikyu Line costs about ¥300 to Shinagawa.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
March-May (cherry blossom, mild 10-20°C) and October-November (clear skies, autumn colours, low humidity). Both avoid the worst crowds of summer and winter.
Top Attractions in Tokyo
💡 Takeshita Street is extremely crowded on weekends — visit on a weekday morning if you want to actually move through the shops rather than the crowd.
💡 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.