Apa Hotel Asakusa Kuramae

Recent Reviews: 428

• User:William C

  Trip type: Couples

  APA Hotel Asakusa Kuramae, the best APA hotel with Onsen!!!

  18 Mar 2026

  APA hotel have many branches in Asakusa Ueno district of Tokyo, it is our go to hotel and has been to many of its branches around this area for the past years. I’ve also written lots of reviews for APA hotel and here we are again for the nth time another Excellent review for the newest branch we have tried - APA hotel Asakusa Kuramae!!! There are 2 draws why we keep booking APA hotel which is perfect for solo or couples alike. First, we love the location around Asakusa or Ueno area because their less crowded and peaceful compared to Shinjuku/Shibuya area and easy to get to Narita airport via Keisei skyliner. Second, the affordability - its cheapar than similar types of hotels especially on weekdays or non peak seasons. At just 543 SGD for 5 nights Double room it is one of the most affordable yet almost a 5 star hotel in Tokyo!!! At 11 sqm, its a bit small but the bed is huge double and has a compartment space below the bed. It is located outside Kuramae station in Tokyo Oedo line but is also accessible via Ekimae station in Asakusa station. The Kaminarimon gate in Senso-ji temple is about 10 mins walk. As mentioned, its my first time to stay in Kuramae area and I was surprised by the vibrancy of this place - lots of Foreigners and locals alike are here and especially staying at its numerous hotels. There are lots of Konbini, restaurants and most specially cafes in this area - lots of cute cafes actually surprised me.Just like any other APA hotels, checkin is self serve you need to scan your passports and manually enter your details to get your key cards. Yes, its self service but entering your details manually added more time. However, with Japan’s plentiful tourists this is the best idea for hotels like APA instead of waiting long lines at checkin counters. We were booked at 7F and our view is the adjacent bldg. The room as always was clean and ready!!! Toilet is on left with lots of APA toiletries and their famous Aromatic Body wash, shampoo and hand wash. Towels are clean and smooth. If you stay 5 days APA will clean your room on 4th night but you could request for change of towels/dispose of trash daily. Water heating is working perfectly and water pressures strong. Tub is small yet deep and easy to fill and drain but if you’re a big person it won’t fit you. It fits more Asian body. The room is centrally heated so our time there was pretty warm and we don’t have control of the heating - unlike other APA branches I didn’t experience this. The window is like our airconditioning so its covered by a wooden sliding door and if you open it cold air sips in from outside. Wall mounted flat screen TV is big and has complimentary movies and lots of local channels and BBC. WIFI is fast and stable. They provide compiimentary water on first night, free slippers and disposable ones, Yukata robes which you can use for sleeping and Onsen. They have big side table with mirror and bright lighting. Mini-fridge/kettle and glasses with complimentary coffee/match tea. There is a body wall mirror with shoe horns, wall hooks for clothes, purifiers and sandals for use outside. The huge Double bed has clean/comfy/soft/pluffy mattress, blankets and pillows which is expected of APA hotels high quality standards.We didn’t avail of their in-house restau and breakfast but we did try their Onsen nightly. Its pretty small but amazingly it can fit lots of people in turns especially you don’t stay that long in hot onsens. You must bring your own room towels when you come here. I loved their simple steps - put your sandals on the sandal boxes. Next is the changing area with lockers and just pick whatever is free. Then take shower right after the changing area before proceeding to their indoor onsen which is amazingly has the cleanest and perfectly controlled hot temperature its not too hot just perfect and I can stay longer here. But I prefer the outdoor onsen especially on winters. The cold air is perfect with the hot waters of the onsen. They have a view of Tokyo Skytree on the west and I loved the feeling of cold air and hot water combined. It really relaxes and soothes me. The outdoor can fit 3 people and indoor 6 people at same time. Check out was self servie just drop your key cards but they can store your luggages for free and you can get free newspapers from them And not to mention I love their Origami cranes placed on your room tables which is really cute and gives you a feeling of home!!!Keep up the Exceptional work and services provided APA hotel Asakusa Kuramae looking forward to book your place again. Arigato Gozaimasu!!! Matah neh :=) !!!

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• User:AmilaX

  Trip type: Couples

  Best places to stay in Tokyo

  20 Jul 2025

  The rooms are small but great value given the location—close to trains, grocery stores, and a variety of other shops, making it incredibly convenient for both short and long-term stays. Despite their modest size, the rooms are thoughtfully designed to maximize comfort and functionality, featuring cozy bedding, clean bathrooms, and a few essentials to make your stay as pleasant as possible. The amenities are excellent, including high-speed Wi-Fi. Additionally, the staff speaks English and are not only friendly but also eager to assist with recommendations for local attractions, dining options, and transportation tips. Their warm hospitality creates an inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home, allowing you to enjoy your visit to the fullest. Whether you're in town for business or leisure, this accommodation offers a perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and value that is hard to beat.

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• User:eatsleepandwrite

  Trip type: Friends getaway

  Golden Week at Tokyo

  03 Nov 2024

  Late review. We went here during the Golden Week. Good thing we were still able to secure a room here. As usual, Apa hotel rooms are not spacious but i love how comfy their bed was. Checkin and checkout process is great. Luggage service is recommended as well. Almost complete with everything that you need in a hotel. And lastly, hotel is just few minutes away from Kuramae Station and a lot of konbinis nearby. There’s also a nearby Anytime Fitness gym.More of my experience on my Tiktok. Link is in my bio.

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• User:Rjohns10

  Trip type: Couples

  Wonderful hotel

  21 Oct 2024

  Wonderful hotel in a great area. Walked to the old temple,the river walk and close to the subways. Laundry is reasonable. Nice amenities in the room. Electric kettle, coffee,tv, elevator to all floors. The staff are friendly and helpful. Loved this hotel

• User:Xavan_C

  Trip type: Solo travel

  Nice find and not expensive.

  21 Jun 2024

  A very surprising find that is pack with a lot of amenities. It’s near the train stations and shopping and food are within walking distance. Google maps provides a good direction if you need help. A chain business short stay hotel that is full of facilities. You receive a welcome can of beer when checking-in. There’s a TV with lots of features including free mirroring capabilities for iOS and Android phone, lots of information and even check out timing indicated on the screen. Free to watch movies and tv programs. The hotel provides laundry machines for guests, as well as vending machines and mircrowave for the general public. There is also a public bath facility separated by genders and you can see if it is crowded on the TV screen in the room. The rooms are small and cosy, so beware if you are lugging around a big luggage. Breakfast is from 7-10am, but expect a queue if you are going for the earlier slots (probably due to the many business people who stays there). The hotel allows you to “park” your luggage on check out day (11am) at no extra cost so you can continue your shopping if you have a later flight.

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