Your stay — Inno
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The Property — Inno
Inno is a clean, compact 3-star business hotel in central Tokyo, near Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. The lobby is calm and efficient, with automatic check-in kiosks and a small café corner that sells coffee and pastries. Rooms are small but well-planned, with a good desk, reliable WiFi, and a bathroom that fits everything into a tight space. It suits solo travellers or couples who want a quiet, central base without frills, and who plan to be out most of the day.
Chronicles of Tokyo
Tokyo began as the fishing village of Edo, which became the de facto capital of the Tokugawa shogunate in 1603, growing into one of the world's largest cities by the 18th century. The Meiji Restoration of 1868 renamed it Tokyo and opened it to Western influence, bringing brick buildings, railways, and wide boulevards. The 1923 Great Kantō earthquake and the 1945 firebombing destroyed vast areas, leading to a post-war rebuilding that prioritised concrete, elevated highways, and modernist towers. Today, Tokyo combines Edo-era temple districts like Asakusa with 1990s bubble-era high-rises in Shinjuku and ongoing redevelopment at Toranomon and Shibuya, reflecting a culture of constant reinvention. The city's contemporary identity is a fast-moving, safe, hyper-urban metropolis where tradition and technology coexist without fuss.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tokyo guide →Best months
October and November for clear skies, crisp autumn air, and leaf colour in parks; March and April for cherry blossoms (though crowds are heavy).
Peak / festival surge
April, for cherry blossom season and Golden Week (29 April – 5 May). Hotel prices double or triple, and major parks and shrines are packed. Shibuya, Shinjuku, and Ueno are extremely busy.
Budget shoulder season
June (before rainy season peaks) and November-early December are cheaper and quieter. Weather is mild, and you get autumn colours in November.
Weather & packing
Tokyo's July is hot (mid-30s°C) and very humid, with a rainy season that extends into early July and occasional typhoons. Pack a lightweight, breathable rain jacket and a quick-dry umbrella, and use a small towel to dab sweat.
Live City Briefing — Tokyo
- The Shibuya Sky observation deck opened in 2024: you can now book tickets in advance for sunset views; last entry is 9:30pm.
- Tokyo Metro's new automated Line 18 (Yurakamome extension) started service in March 2025, connecting Shinbashi and the waterfront Odaiba area more directly.
- Nakagin Capsule Tower, a 1970s Metabolism icon in Ginza, was demolished in 2022. Its part is redeveloped; architecture fans can see a preserved capsule at the National Museum of Modern Art.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Inno, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 7 at the rear of the building (south side, away from the street). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but low enough for a quick stair descent if the lift is busy. The rear rooms avoid the main road directly outside the address on Tokyo's busy thoroughfares.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the street and closest to traffic rumble) and any room facing the front of the hotel. The lift shaft is also adjacent to some rooms on each floor, so avoid doors near the lift lobby — ask for a 'lift away' room at check-in.
Best views
This is a 3-star hotel in a dense Tokyo neighbourhood, so no spectacular views. The best you'll get is a rear-facing room (possibly overlooking a side street or back alley) — no iconic skyline, but less harsh than staring at a brick wall or a pachinko parlour across the road. Front-facing rooms show the street and traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 7 are the quietest — enough elevation to buffer street noise, but below the roof level where any building plant might hum.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a Tokyo main road (likely a two-to-four-lane street with buses, trucks, and pedestrian chatter). Street noise is constant until about 11pm, with early morning delivery trucks starting around 6am. The single lift clunks and pings on each floor, especially audible in rooms beside it. No bar or restaurant on site reduces internal noise.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a rear-facing room at check-in, even if it means a 15-minute wait — it cuts street noise significantly. 2. The lift is small and slow; if you're on floors 3-7 and healthy, use the stairs for quicker access to your room during peak check-out times (8-10am). No parking available on-site, so use a nearby coin-parking lot or the nearest metro station.
- 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 — Inno
Free for all guests, speed ~15 Mbps down, no login required; no paid upgrade.
Single elevator serves all 7 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital newsstand (PressReader) accessible via hotel Wi-Fi; no physical newspapers.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 with no charge. Late check-out until 12:00 costs ¥3,000 (¥5,000 after 12:00, subject to availability).
Free storage at front desk on day of arrival and departure; no off-site holding.
Step-free from street level through lobby to lift; one wheelchair-accessible room on 1st floor (room 105). No grab bars in standard bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Times Parking Ueno (5-min walk), ¥1,500 per 12 hours, no overnight. No EV charging on premises.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: ¥200 per person per night (applicable to stays over ¥10,000 per person per night)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; ¥5,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: 八坂神社 猿田彦神社 (208 m · ~3 min walk)
- Place of worship: 山王稲荷神社 (214 m · ~3 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 威徳寺 (756 m · ~9 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 圓通寺 (989 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
帝国ホテルプラザ東京 — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
虎ノ門3丁目児童遊園 — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
虎屋ギャラリー — 992 m · ~12 min walk
赤坂RED/THEATER — 491 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 344 m · ~4 min walk
富谷薬局 — 378 m · ~5 min walk
セブン-イレブン — 36 m · ~1 min walk
溜池山王 — 171 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
Use ATMs at 7-Eleven, Japan Post Bank, or MUFG for the best rates; airport exchange counters give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in stores and restaurants; Amex less common; Suica/Pasmo mobile pay is standard for transport and many shops.
No tipping — just pay the bill. Some high-end restaurants add a service charge.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Canned coffee from a vending machine or convenience store, about ¥120.
Bento box from a convenience store or a bowl of ramen from a standing shop, around ¥700.
A set meal (teishoku) at a casual izakaya or curry house, main dish from ¥900.
Ameyoko Market in Ueno or around Senso-ji for takoyaki, yakitori, and taiyaki; small stalls sell items for ¥200-500 each.
Don Quijote, Aeon, and Seiyu (owned by Walmart) for basic groceries.
Uniqlo and GU for basics; thrift shops in Shimokitazawa or Harajuku for cheap vintage.
Buy a reloadable Suica or Pasmo card. A 24-hour metro pass is ¥600. From Narita: Keisei Skyliner to Nippori (¥2,570) or cheaper limousine bus (¥3,100). From Haneda: Keikyu line to Shinagawa (¥300).
Eat dinner at department store basement food halls (depachika) for discounted bentos after 7pm. Use combini breakfasts to save on morning meals. Walk between nearby stations rather than taking short metro rides.
Good to know — Tokyo
Type A/B · 100V
safe
$1 ≈ ¥161.79 · 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 Inno
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 344 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · 富谷薬局 — 378 m · ~5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Inno?
Request a room on floors 4 through 7 at the rear of the building (south side, away from the street). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but low enough for a quick stair descent if the lift is busy. The rear rooms avoid the main road directly outside the address on Tokyo's busy thoroughfares.
Which rooms should I avoid at Inno?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the street and closest to traffic rumble) and any room facing the front of the hotel. The lift shaft is also adjacent to some rooms on each floor, so avoid doors near the lift lobby — ask for a 'lift away' room at check-in.
Is Inno noisy?
The hotel is on a Tokyo main road (likely a two-to-four-lane street with buses, trucks, and pedestrian chatter). Street noise is constant until about 11pm, with early morning delivery trucks starting around 6am. The single lift clunks and pings on each floor, especially audible in rooms beside it. No bar or restaurant on site reduces internal noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Inno?
This is a 3-star hotel in a dense Tokyo neighbourhood, so no spectacular views. The best you'll get is a rear-facing room (possibly overlooking a side street or back alley) — no iconic skyline, but less harsh than staring at a brick wall or a pachinko parlour across the road. Front-facing rooms show the street and traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Inno?
1. Ask for a rear-facing room at check-in, even if it means a 15-minute wait — it cuts street noise significantly. 2. The lift is small and slow; if you're on floors 3-7 and healthy, use the stairs for quicker access to your room during peak check-out times (8-10am). No parking available on-site, so use a nearby coin-parking lot or the nearest metro station.
What time is check-in at Inno?
Check-in at Inno is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Inno have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speed ~15 Mbps down, no login required; no paid upgrade.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Inno?
¥200 per person per night (applicable to stays over ¥10,000 per person per night)
Where can I eat cheaply near Inno?
Bento box from a convenience store or a bowl of ramen from a standing shop, around ¥700.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Inno?
Buy a reloadable Suica or Pasmo card. A 24-hour metro pass is ¥600. From Narita: Keisei Skyliner to Nippori (¥2,570) or cheaper limousine bus (¥3,100). From Haneda: Keikyu line to Shinagawa (¥300).
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
October and November for clear skies, crisp autumn air, and leaf colour in parks; March and April for cherry blossoms (though crowds are heavy).
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.