Hotels near Wacca Ikebukuro, Tokyo

Great front desk service. The room and bathroom were both spacious and very clean. The bed was so soft and comfortable, I slept really well. Plus, the view was lovely! The location is fantastic, just a 3-minute walk to the subway station, with a large shopping mall and supermarket nearby. Super convenient!

I really liked this hotel. In all honesty, it’s a great area, very close to the station and overall the staff and the amenities are all I could ever need. The room was very small, I could manage because I was out a lot, but there was barely space to open my luggage so that I could organise my stuff. Think about this before choosing your room type. The window didn’t fully open (for security, I suppose) and there is no wardrobe, just a small opening in the wall at the very entrance to hang, max., 1 coat and two shirts perhaps. The worst thing about the room and the hotel might have been the breakfast, which is very, very simple, with surprisingly few continental options. Also it seems the moment the juice runs out the don’t refill it or it takes them a long time to fill it again. I didn’t see a toaster and the bread size is tiny. But, there are other more Japanese options you can have as well as basics that still work for western palates. Washing machine price (depends on the weight): from 300¥ to 600¥.

A Healing Retreat Tucked Away in the City's Bustle | XX Hotel Stay Experience ✨ I was in the city for a business trip and this hotel immediately caught my eye among many others. I initially just wanted a place to crash, but unexpectedly, I found three days of pure relaxation here 🌿. As soon as I wheeled my luggage to the front desk to check in, a lovely lady greeted me with a warm smile, offering an ice towel and lemon tea. Coming straight from the stuffy subway station, I was instantly touched by her thoughtfulness. The check-in process was incredibly fast; before I could even finish half my tea, the room key was already in my pocket. I casually mentioned wanting a quiet room, and they quietly noted it down, assigning me a high-floor room facing a residential area. This kind of attentiveness smoothed over my travel fatigue even faster than the air conditioning 👍. Opening the room door, I was truly impressed! The room didn't have the flashy, over-the-top decorations of many trendy hotels. Instead, it featured a low-saturation Morandi color palette. The solid wood furniture felt smooth and textured, and the sunlight filtering through the semi-transparent sheers onto the carpet, combined with a faint white tea scent in the air, meant there was no pungent new-renovation smell at all. The biggest surprise was the bedding – it had just the right firmness for my bad back, hitting my comfort sweet spot. With two pillow options, one high and one low, even a picky pillow person like me found a perfect match. I fell asleep instantly every night of my three-day trip, and even my dreams felt sweeter 😴. The bathroom area was incredibly well-designed for guests! The shower had great water pressure, hot water instantly, and the lather rinsed off easily. Even the shower gel was orange-scented, leaving me smelling fresh and fruity all over. The amenity box was made from biodegradable materials, showing a thoughtful commitment to environmental protection in the details. The sink counter had ample space for all my toiletries, so I no longer had to squeeze when doing my makeup – it's so considerate for women! 👏 Breakfast on the second day also exceeded my expectations! It wasn't just a perfunctory cold buffet. The freshly made wontons burst with savory meat filling, the freshly ground coffee was rich and aromatic, and even the congee was perfectly thick and sticky. Paired with crispy pickled vegetables, a bowl in the morning warmed my stomach. The dining area was also spotless, and the staff cleared tables promptly, so you never saw any messy tables. When I casually asked for recommendations for good food nearby, a staff member even drew me a handwritten map, and the local eateries they recommended were much more to my taste than any internet-famous spots! The location couldn't be better. It's a ten-minute walk to the subway station, making it super convenient for getting to shopping districts and attractions. Just around the corner is the old city's wet market; buying fresh lychees in the morning and strolling around felt so authentic. Returning to the hotel at night, it was so quiet you could only hear the wind outside the window. This 'tranquility in the midst of hustle and bustle' location is absolutely perfect. When I checked out after three days, the front desk even gave us two boxes of local osmanthus cakes as a souvenir, telling us to take them home to try. This kind of unforced warmth felt so comfortable – not overly solicitous, yet making you feel cared for in every detail. I will definitely stay here again next time I visit this city! I've already recommended it to friends who are planning to visit. If you're looking for comfortable and thoughtful accommodation, you really should go for it – you definitely won't regret it! ✅

The room is really small, even if I requested to look for a different dimension, my 2 luggages couldn’t barely fit. But, still it was manageable. The hotel is clean, very friendly receptionist (monolingual- but really attempts to help through Ai & Google Translate). However, when I booked here at Trip.com, it required me a pre-authorization for almost the same amount as the cost of my actual booking. And it has been days, my refund is not yet back.

Before coming, I was a bit worried about the hotel's age and potential issues with its facilities. However, upon arrival, it exceeded my expectations. The environment is top-notch, and the hygiene is excellent. They provide a wide range of high-quality amenities. The room was tidied up perfectly every day. Key points: The hotel's location is superb, extremely close to the central shopping area of Ikebukuro. Even on rainy days, spending an entire day at Sunshine City, which is connected to the hotel, is no problem. Furthermore, the dining options in Ikebukuro are surprisingly affordable. You can find quality meals with good service for 1000-1500 yen. Even if you don't want to eat out, the FamilyMart on the first floor of the hotel can cover all your meals with a rich variety of options. Lastly, the transportation is very convenient. From Ikebukuro East Station, you can easily reach Shinjuku and Shibuya. From the West Station, you can get to Ueno, Ginza, and Sumida.

The hotel is located on the west side of Ikebukuro. Be careful not to be misled by Google Maps when searching for an exit with luggage. Just head west and look for Exit C6 (which has up/down escalators) or Exit 14 (which has an elevator). Google Maps led me to the East Exit near Exit 38, and I had a tough time dragging my suitcases through Ikebukuro Station! There are station maps inside Ikebukuro Station that show which exits have elevators. The owner speaks Chinese, so communication was easy. It's the first time I've found a front desk that speaks Chinese after being in Japan for so long. The hotel feels more like a guesthouse and doesn't have an elevator. Guests on higher floors should be mindful of carrying luggage; fortunately, I was on the second floor this time. The common area has tables, a water dispenser, and a large refrigerator where you can store drinks or food like chocolate. Just be aware it's shared, so bag your items to prevent others from taking them. Unlike other hotels, there's no coffee machine in the common area, but instant coffee packets are available. There's also a microwave to heat up bento boxes. There are two men's and two women's shower rooms on the first floor, and another shower room on the top floor (4th floor). Fresh towels can be found in a bin near the entrance. There's no washing machine or dryer on-site. You'll need to walk across the street to a laundromat, which can be inconvenient if it's raining. The dryers at that laundromat seem more suited for large loads (starting at 8kg), which might be overkill for tourists with fewer clothes. It costs 100 yen for 8 minutes of drying. I chose to dry for 16 minutes and then took my clothes back to the hotel to air dry them overnight with the AC. If you don't mind a bit of a walk, Google Maps can show you another laundromat nearby where you can dry clothes for 10 minutes for 100 yen. Also, you need to buy detergent for 50 yen at the laundromat. (However, if the owner is around, you might be able to get a little laundry detergent from them. I once had some cotton dolls that needed cleaning and the owner helped me out with some detergent for a quick wash – just don't ask for too much.) The room is quite spacious, and the bed is wide. There's a small table for using a laptop or other items. All facilities are well-equipped. There are plenty of hooks for hanging clothes directly opposite the air conditioner, and you can adjust the airflow to help dry them. Upon entering the hotel, you need to take off your shoes and put them in the public shoe cabinet, which doesn't have a lock. There are shared slippers, but I brought my own as I felt the shared ones might not be very hygienic. Be careful not to leave your personal slippers in the common area; keep them in your room, otherwise, someone might wear them away (one of mine was taken, luckily I had another pair). When going upstairs, socks are fine. Near the hotel, there's a supermarket called Akashi Zatsujiten where you can buy inexpensive drinks, cheap fruits like bananas, and discounted bento boxes in the evening. It's open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 AM. The owner was very kind and helped me receive a package, which they placed directly in my room. It was merchandise from a Bandori Live event. A few days before the event, there weren't many Bandori fans, mostly Caucasians and Indians. But in the following days, many more Chinese people arrived, all carrying cotton dolls. You can email the hotel to ask for the package receiving address, just remember to include your name. Overall, this hotel is pretty good for Tokyo. It's close to Ikebukuro, making it convenient for travel, and also great for Bandori fans doing a pilgrimage. My suggestion for the hotel: Please add a curtain divider between the two public shower stalls downstairs. Currently, only one curtain covers both, though I haven't encountered two people showering at the same time yet.

It's about a 15-minute walk to Ikebukuro Station, but the walk doesn't feel long at all since there are so many shops, restaurants, and places to buy things along the way! The room was a bit small, and we couldn't fully open two large suitcases, but the value for money was excellent. I'd definitely stay here again next time I visit Japan.

The hotel is about a 10-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station on the Yamanote Line. The surrounding area is incredibly convenient, with a Don Quijote not far away, a FamilyMart and 7-Eleven downstairs, and various Chinese restaurants nearby. It's really great. The hotel rooms aren't huge, but they meet basic needs. Plus, breakfast is included and it's pretty good.

Very nice hotel located very near to the Ikebukuro shopping area. The room and bed size was good for solo travellers but I think even for couples is ok. However do note the lack of cupboards and hanging space so you will more or less live out of your luggage. Cleaning only done every 4th day but you will get new towels everyday. Room amenities were sufficient and extra items can be obtained from the lobby. The hotel is a bit far from the main Ikebukuro station so after a long day out it might feel a bit tiring to get back to the hotel to finally rest your legs. There is a nearer station but maybe for me it wasn't as convenient in terms of connectivity to places I was headed to. Will still recommend the hotel especially with the very reasonable rate.

For anime fans, the location is absolutely fantastic. Animate is just a two-minute walk away. It's even closer than the Ikebukuro Prince Hotel where we previously stayed. The price is also significantly more affordable. However, during our five-night stay, the nightly rate fluctuated quite a bit, dropping from over 600 to just over 300. It would be even better if the prices were more consistent going forward.