Tokyo is an amazing destination to visit, but which neighbourhood is the best place to stay in? Convenience, cheap halal food in Tokyo, major attractions, proximity to transportation, and of course being around halal food are all huge factors before we decide where to stay to make the most of our Tokyo vacation. It helps if these are affordable and cheap hotels in Tokyo. Which is why we've gathered a list of 12 Tokyo hotels across four of the most popular neighbourhoods to get you started with planning your trip! As a bonus point, each hotel is close to at least one halal eatery, and we've even tried to find rooms are spacious enough for you to be able to complete your prayers. Happy hotel hunting, and we hope this article helps you out!
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Disclaimer: All hotel nightly rates are based on a search done in mid-December 2022 for a 1-night for 2 adults/1 room. Do note that prices may change during peak travel periods, and we recommend that you check with the hotel accordingly before booking (some hotels or booking sites may also offer cheaper prices for solo travelers or families).
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Asakusa
Asakusa is one of the best neighbourhoods to stay in if you're planning a trip to Tokyo. Not only are famous locations such as Senso-ji Temple and Tokyo Skytree located here, but there are so many halal food options to choose from too, and of course the amazing Nakamise Shopping Street where you can get all the cool souvenirs you want! Check out our guide to all that Asakusa has to offer here!
1. Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International
Credit: Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa
Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International is definitely one of the best choices within this popular neighbourhood - not only are their rooms spacious enough so that you can pray comfortably (pictured: the Good View Twin Room). The hotel is located beside Asakusa Sushi Ken which sells authentic Japanese sushi sets!
Rates: Starts from SGD166 on Agoda
Address: 2-6-7 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Contact: +81-3-5806-3155
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2. Hotel Keihan Asakusa
If you're the type of traveller who prizes convenience above everything else, then this hotel might be a great fit for you - it's only a 2-minute walk from Asakusa Station! Its double and twin rooms are perfect whether you're travelling for business or leisure, and if you get hungry you can always walk down the road to Asakusa Sushi Ken for some Japanese-style dishes to fill your stomach. Each room comes with free hotel wifi, free high-speed internet access (business travellers only), and even a humidifying air cleaner. Parents might also be glad to hear that you can request an additional bed for your kids, and up to 2 kids under the age of 6 years old are able to stay for free!
Rates: Starts from SGD109 on Agoda
Address: 2-12-4 Asakusa,Taito-ku, 111-0032 Tokyo
Contact: +81-3-5830-0321 or email [email protected]
Nearby halal food:
3. Asakusa Central Hotel
If you're willing to walk just a little further from the subway station, we think it's definitely worth it if it means staying in a hotel like this one! Besides single and twin rooms, Asakusa Central Hotel also has a family room which includes plenty of space for the kids to explore and enjoy! Their wide range of rooms also come with a wide range of prices, making them perfect for anyone from a solo traveller to those travelling in a larger group.
Rates: Starts from SGD110 on Agoda
Address: 1-5-3, Asakusa, Taito-ku, 111-0032 Tokyo
Contact: Via contact form on website
Nearby halal food:
1) Kebab Faktory
2) Asakusa Sushi Ken
4. Agora Place Asakusa
Located in the Taito district, Agora Place Asakusa is the perfect accommodation for travellers looking to soak in a little culture and tradition! Plus the rooms are designed with your needs of a modern Muslim traveller in mind - ample space of praying (you can ask for a prayer mat too!), great toilet amenities plus comfy beds! Plus there's even a Muslim-friendly menu for Muslim travellers! It is located within a two-minute walking distance from Tawaramachi Station. You can reach the Senjo-Ji Temple after a 10-minute walk. Moreover, a 10-minute train ride leads you to the Akihabara district, which is famous for its large selection of electronics. The rooms are pretty small, so it's perfect for couples!
Rates: Starts from SGD110 on Agoda
Address: 2 Chome-2-9 Kotobuki, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0042, Japan
Contact: +81 3-3842-8421
Nearby halal food:
1) Asakusa Sushi Ken
2) Ayam-YA Okachimachi
Shinjuku
If you're thinking about heading out of Tokyo for a day trip then Shinjuku might be the perfect place to stay in. Shinjuku Station is one of the major transport hubs within Tokyo, housing not only several of the train lines that run throughout the city but also a bus interchange where many board buses bound for day trips to Kawaguchiko, Mount Fuji, and so many more places. Shinjuku is also a lively and energetic location that's great for shopping and is chock-full of many other attractions that make it perfect for every type of traveller!
5. Super Hotel Shinjuku Kabukicho
Credit: Amenities Photo - Super Hotel
This hotel is located right next to Shinjuku Station and is even next to the small Okubo Park to give you a little nature escape in the middle of the city! Families will definitely love their connecting room option which instantly doubles the space you get while making it easier to tend to the kids at any hour of the day. Just a short walk away from the hotel is the Samurai Museum and not to forget, one of the halal CoCo Ichibanya Curry outlets is two blocks away from the hotel, giving you the chance to finally try some authentic Japanese curry!
Rates: Starts from SGD155 on Agoda
Address: 2-39-9 Kabukicho, Shinjuku, 160-0021 Tokyo
Contact: (+081)3-6855-9000
Nearby halal food:
6. Hotel Sunlite Shinjuku
The rooms at Hotel Sunlite Shinjuku are definitely worth the money for their simply-furnished design, as well as their space (which can be hard to find in a busy city like Tokyo)! Located right next to an exit of Shinjuku Station, you practically have access to anywhere else in the city at your doorstep thanks to the subway system, including CoCo Ichibanya Curry Shinjuku's outlet! Plus if you take a shortcut by walking through Shinjuku Station itself, you'll quickly find yourself at the Muslim-friendly Menya Kaijin which sells ramen in a seafood broth!
Rates: Starts from SGD220 on Agoda
Address: 5-15-8 Shinjuku, Tokyo
Contact: +81 03-3356-0391
Nearby halal food:
Menya Kaijin
7. Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Just a 5-minute walk away from Shinjuku Station, Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo is the perfect place to stay whether you're travelling with your family or your other half! The rooms are spacious, clean and best of all, you can enjoy a complimentary shuttle bus to Tokyo Disney parks as Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo is a Tokyo Disney Resort Good Neighbor Hotel. From the newly renovated Twin Rooms to the luxurious Premier Grand rooms (as shown in photo) to the adorable Hello Kitty Rooms, there's something for every traveller!
Rate: Starts from SGD141 on Agoda
Address: 2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-Ku, Tokyo, 160-8330 Japan
Contact: +81 3 3344 0111
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8. Tokyu Stay Shinjuku
Credit: Tokyu Stay Hotel/Tokyu Stay on Facebook
Tokyu Stay has a reputation of being in a great location as it's located near the shopping spots in Shinjuku like Isetan, H&M, BICQLO and Takashimaya. Not to mention that the Shinjuku-sanchome subway station is located right beside the hotel and you can also walk to Shinjuku station. If you need a breather, the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is also within reach! But many travellers also have high praises for the hotel's rooms as they are on the more affordable side but the rooms are typically larger in size than many hotels in Tokyo. So, you won't have to worry about having a place to pray in your room.
Rates: Starts from SGD201 on Agoda
Address: 3 Chome-7-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan
Contact: +81 3-3353-0109
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Nearby halal food:
Shibuya
Shibuya is another popular neighbourhood in Tokyo, and is known for being a shopping paradise! The world-famous Shibuya Crossing can be found in this busy area, and you can find a countless number of shops here ranging from high-end branded boutiques, to vintage shops that stock decades-old trends, to small niche independent businesses.
For shopaholics who want to make the best out of their Shibuya stay without doing too much damage to their wallet, check out some of our Japan budget shopping tips here!
9. Sakura Hotel Hatagaya
Credit: Sakura Hotel Hatagaya website
We can't talk about Muslim-friendly hotels in Tokyo without mentioning the Sakura Hotel Hatagaya. The hotel has a prayer room on the premises, and even provides a Muslim-friendly menu at its cafe upon request! The Tokyo Camii Mosque & Turkish Cultural Centre is also about 900 metres away, as well as the large Yoyogi Park. The hotel offers guided day tour packages that cover everything from the Meiji Shrine to Sumo Wrestling Matches so remember to check the hotel's schedule to see what you can sign up for! Travellers flying in Haneda Airport might find this a better option to stay in, as it's just a 30 minutes' drive from the airport.
Halal Status: The Sakura Cafe provides dishes made using halal ingredients for Muslim guests. As the Cafe serves alcohol separately, we advise that you dine at your own discretion.
Prayer Room Facilities: Qiblat, prayer mats, and Quran provided. We advise that you bring your own prayer garments. Wudhu can be taken in your own room's washroom.
Rates: Starts from SGD115 on Agoda
Address: 1-32-3 Hatagaya Shibuya-ku, Shibuya, Tokyo
Contact: +81-3-3469-5211 or email [email protected]
10. Shibuya Granbell Hotel
The great thing about Shibuya Granbell Hotel is that while it's a 3 minutes walk away from the Shibuya subway station, it's not too close to the busy areas like the Shibuya Crossing or the newly opened Shibuya Scramble Square! So, rest assured you won't have to worry about much noise during your stay. While rooms can be a little small, they are stylishly decorated. If you have more budget to spare, you should definitely opt for their superior king or premier double rooms.
Rates: Starts from SGD139 on Agoda
Address: 15-17 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0031, Japan
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Akasaka
The neighbourhood of Akasaka is not as well-known as some of the others on this list, but we recommend staying here if you like being near the heart of the city without being too close to the hustle and bustle. Located somewhere in-between Shibuya and Tsukiji (yes, the home of the former famous fish market) this neighbourhood is located near several major subway lines and is even home to the Roppongi district that houses various art museums and galleries!
11. The B Akasaka
Credit: The B Akasaka
The B Akasaka is a chic and modern hotel that's particularly suitable for business travellers or young couples. The hotel is a short walk from Akasaka Station, the National Art Center, Tokyo and the Suntory Museum of Art. It's even near a bike rental store for travellers who want to see the city from a new perspective! On the other side of Akasaka Station is the mouth-watering Gyukaku Akasaka - a halal Japanese BBQ restaurant that even has special Muslim-friendly courses available!
Rates: Starts from SGD127 on Agoda
Address: 7-6-13 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052
Contact: +81-3-3586-0811 or via contact form on website
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12. Centurion Hotel Grand Akasaka Mitsuke Station
The Centurion Hotel is the perfect choice if you're looking for some affordable luxury during your stay in Akasaka! Male guests are even allowed to enter their public bathhouse and sauna rooms to relax even more during their stay. The hotel is just a few minutes from Akasaka-Mitsuke Station, which links out to some of the most well-connected lines on the subway including the Marunouchi Line and Ginza Line - meaning you're just a few stops away from almost all of the major attractions in Tokyo!
Rates: Starts from SGD159 on Agoda
Address: 3-19-3, Minato-ku, Akasaka, 107-0052 Tokyo
Contact: +81 3-6435-5226 or via contact form on website
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There's definitely no shortage of hotels in Tokyo to choose from, and we're sure that no matter where you stay you'll have an amazing time in a city full of traditional history, cutting-edge culture, and of course family-friendly fun around every corner.
Psst.. Remember to read through our Tokyo travel guides for even more ideas on what to do while you're there!