14 Cheap Yet Highly Rated Tokyo Hotels To Enjoy Luxury Without Breaking The Bank

Tokyo, Japan’s bustling capital city, has a unique blend of modern and traditional elements that make it an exciting place to explore. Despite being one of Asia’s most expensive travel destinations, travelers who want to spend days in Tokyo trying new things can do so while staying at Tokyo’s cheap yet highly-rated hotels. Spending less on accommodations allows tourists to allocate their budget to exciting excursions, sampling various street foods, and other experiences that are hard to find in other cities in Japan.

Like capsule hotels, which are unique and budget-friendly, these affordable resorts allow vacationers to enjoy luxury without breaking the bank. Fortunately, despite being cheap, the hotels offer exceptional customer service and an incredible array of useful amenities. Check out these 14 best budget hotels in Tokyo, perfect for anyone on a shoestring budget.

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Street view of Tokyo lit up at night with people along, Japan 

With over 7,000 reviews on Kayak and an exceptional rating of 9.0 (upon publication), Tokyo Bay Tokyu Hotel has a reputation for offering the best without requiring guests to break the bank. Unlike most affordable hotels in Tokyo, set in bustling streets, this resort is situated on the magnificent shores of Tokyo Bay. Visitors soak in dramatic views from their well-priced rooms, available in different designs and sizes. Tourists dine and attend business meetings with a view, thanks to the resort’s facilities overlooking the beautiful bay. What’s more, this hotel is kid-friendly, making it a convenient choice for families.

View of Tokyo Tower, a popular attraction in Tokyo and other high-rise buildings, Japan

Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo proves that some of the best budget hotels in Tokyo can also come with vibrant city views. The hotel’s ideal location in Sumida City gives adventurers easy access to some of the most iconic and Instagram-worth spots in Tokyo to snap a pic. Better yet, guests enjoy stunning city views from their rooms, ranging from standard to suites, with the latter being ideal for those who have extra money to spare. What gives the suites a winning advantage is that they accommodate up to 6 six guests, making them ideal for traveling friends.

View of Tokyo Tower, a popular attraction in Tokyo and other high-rise buildings, Japan

Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo

Amenities

Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Bar/Lounge, Coffee Shop

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Vibrant view of Tokyo streets at night 

Park Hotel Tokyo is an affordable yet highly-rated hotel conveniently located in Tokyo and within a 15-minute walk to the Ginza Graphic Gallery. The hotel features polished rooms and suites with modern amenities, color-coordinated curtains and bed covers, and private bathrooms with THANN’s premium Aromatic Wood Collection. Additionally, the hotel incorporates art into its serene space by having vibrant murals on the walls of all guestrooms on the Artist Floor. After waking up to breathtaking city views, guests enjoy an American Breakfast at the Art Colour Dining area in a museum-like atmosphere.

Vibrant view of Tokyo streets at night 

Park Hotel Tokyo

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Restaurant, Bar, Wi-Fi, Business center

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Hotel room with comfortable bed and lamps on the sides 

A stay in One@tokyo Hotel puts visitors a few minutes away from the massive Tokyo Skytree, Sumida Aquarium, and the Oshiage Metro Station. Guests rest easy in industrial-chic rooms with impressive acid-washed metal and reclaimed wood details. Although each guestroom has a unique personality and style, they all feature sleek walk-in showers, valuable boxes, and minibars. But the Library suite stands out with its minimalistic and wooden library theme. This suite has an amenity box with everything a traveler needs for a comfortable stay, such as hair and body essentials and green tea.

Hotel room with comfortable bed and lamps on the sides 

One@tokyo

Amenities

Free Wi-Fi, Restaurant, Hot tub

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Guest enjoying a cup of coffee while wearing a comfortable bathrobe 

Tokyu Stay Shinjuku is a cheap but highly-rated hotel in a gleaming tower in the bustling Shinjuku District. This hotel is a few minute’s drive to one of the most important religious sites in Tokyo, the Meiji Shrine, among other tourist spots worth visiting this summer. Dedicated to Emperor Meiji, the shrine is a serene oasis offering an intriguing insight into the history and culture of Japan. After a fascinating day at the shrine, guests recharge in the homely and spacious accommodations with fridges, electric kettles, microwaves, and private bathrooms with luxurious amenities.

Guest enjoying a cup of coffee while wearing a comfortable bathrobe 

Tokyu Stay Shinjuku

Amenities

Free Wi-Fi, Hot-tub, Restaurant

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Aerial view of Tokyo’ buildings and streets at night 

The Gate Hotel Kaminarimon offers a relaxing retreat in its chic rooms, accommodating up to three guests. Travelers freshen up in bathrooms with Raindance showers and all-natural GemiD products. The hotel also offers two-piece pajamas and plush mattresses from Slumberland that guarantee a restful sleep. In the morning, hotel guests enjoy discounted Western-style cuisine breakfast in the elegant R Restaurant & Bar as they soak in breathtaking Tokyo Skytree views. And in the evening, B Bar offers a private space for guests to unwind as they sample whiskies, craft cocktails, and delectable wines on a terrace.

Aerial of Tokyo’s city buildings during the night, Japan

Budget travelers looking to explore Tokyo’s bustling city without spending much on accommodation should look no further than this cheap yet highly-rated hotel. It’s located a few minutes from notable attractions like Tokyo Tower, Shiba Park, Kyu-Shiba-rikyu Gardens, and Zojoji Temple. Most of these attractions are free to visit, so adventurers can still have memorable experiences without straining the budget. After a long day of sightseeing, vacationers relax in the hotel’s comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning.

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Night view of high-rise buildings in Tokyo, Japan 

Located in downtown Tokyo, Moxy Tokyo Kinshicho Hotel combines Japanese hospitality with modern amenities to offer an unforgettable stay. This cheap yet highly-rated boutique hotel has stylish rooms with a minimalist design that feature glass-enclosed walk-in showers, comfy bedding, luggage racks, and 50-inch televisions. Guests catch up with friends at the trendy Moxy Bar & Lounge to enjoy cocktails and tasty bites as they catch up in the communal seating area. On the other hand, night owls grab delicious grab-and-go food items from the round-the-clock self-serve deli.

High-rise buildings in Tokyo on a clear day, Japan

Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku is an incredible hotel option for tourists seeking comfort, convenience, and excellent services without breaking the bank. Located in Shibuya City, this best-value hotel in Tokyo boasts renovated rooms available in various designs to meet the needs of different travelers. While they differ in size, all rooms deliver high-level comfort and have the necessary amenities for a stress-free stay. After a long-haul flight, tourists head to Sanatio Spa Shinjuku (available by reservation) for pampering and relaxing sessions. Other facilities include a banquet hall, meeting room, western restaurant, and a lounge.

Nighttime photo of Ikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo, Japan

Omo5 Tokyo Otuska is a casual and budget-friendly hotel conveniently located in Toshima City, Tokyo, and three minutes from Otsuka Station. Solo travelers stay in simple Single Rooms with safes and flat screen TVs, while group tourists retreat in the Yagura Room, which sleeps up to three guests. The Yagura Room has a unique Japanese-style touch and utilizes vertical and wall space by providing storage areas. Additionally, the room has tatami mats that encourage guests to remove their shoes and relax in the innovative space.

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Rainbow Bridge, high-rise buildings, and a colored boat on Tokyo Bay 

Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba is a waterfront hotel with a seasonal terrace pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, elegant guestrooms, and refined restaurants and bars. Guests liberate their minds in the tranquil rooms and suites with stunning Rainbow Bridge and bay views. For those traveling with kids, the hotel offers cribs, bed guards, nightwear, slippers, play mats, and potty seats upon request. But for a memorable dining experience, guests stop by the Teppanyaki Icho Restaurant & Bar for a taste of mouthwatering steaks and seafood accompanied by delicious wines.

People walking on Tokyo’s street at night 

Set in Tokyo’s Central Business District is the graceful Shiba Park Hotel, immersing travelers into a luxurious stay at affordable rates. This highly-rated hotel is a dream come true for book lovers, with more than 1,500 books about photography, art, architecture, fashion, and Japanese culture. The hotel has a cozy Library Lounge with a fireplace where guests lose themselves in books as an original tube amp plays soft and soothing music.

Besides cozying up with books, visitors satisfy Japanese, Western, or Chinese cuisine cravings at The Dining Restaurant, which also has a kid’s menu.

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The streets of Akihabara in Tokyo lit up at night, Tokyo, Japan

Centrally located in Tokyo is the high-end but affordable Keio Plaza Hotel and a 15-minute drive to the magnificent and famous Imperial Palace. Although the inner grounds are not open to the public, tourists enjoy peaceful walks around the Imperial Palace or in the Imperial East Gardens. After exploring Tokyo, guests stay in style in warm rooms with minibars and flat-screen TVs. However, travelers can upgrade to rooms with panoramic city views or suites with spacious separate living rooms, some featuring tatami floors.

Shibuya, a  commercial and finance center in Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo Prince Hotel is a cheap yet highly-rated lush urban oasis blending history and elegance to create a classic and calm atmosphere ideal for recharging. The hotel offers sophisticated rooms and suites with modern amenities catering to solo and group travelers. During the day, guests enjoy lunch at the Café & Bar Tower View Terrace. But in the evening, visitors sip wines and socialize in the spacious outdoor space as they admire glittering Tokyo views. Alternatively, food lovers craving sushi or Japanese cuisine stop by the elegant Shimizu Japanese Restaurant.