Homeikan Reviews

Wonderfully japanese with tatamimats and screen windows and big common bath. It has plenty of character and was conveniently tucked in on a side street. During my stay I was situated in a room across a small japanese garden, so I'd fall asleep to the sound of water cascading into a pond. The facilities are old, but they have been very well taken care of and the staff is very sweet and helpful. I'd recommend it for anyone who wants to try a more traditional japanese stay while in Tokyo.

I really enjoyed my stay in Homeikan, the staff were really nice and helpful, they speak a good English. I enjoyed the Bath as well, there are two seperate gender baths which is really worth trying after a long day in Tokyo.

Beautiful building and nice staff. Wish they had more than one hot bath. The bath in the basement was cold.

We had a wonderful time staying at the Homeikan. It was very clean and full of traditional Japanese character. The staff was friendly and the rooms were large and comfortable. The absolute best feature is the shower/bath room! I felt completely safe during our stay and the neighborhood surrounding the hostel is beautiful. There isn't much, if any, guest interaction but it's kind of nice to have a place to go for quite reflection and solitude.

A very nice place near the subway

Homeikan had an amazing atmosphere - we absolutely loved our room, and the breakfasts there were delicious and filling. The staff was amazingly kind and went out of their way to help us with anything we needed within the hotel. The huge plus at Homeikan is that they have a gorgeous ofuro, and it is amazing to soak in right before bed. Even if we were tired, we'd soak in the ofuro. I wish I had printed more maps before coming here, because I got lost a lot.

Very heartwarming ryokan. Staffs are all very friendly and can speak english.

Authentic Japanese atmosphere, friendly staff, low price. I would advise this hotel if you are looking for a low-budget youth-hostel-similar option in Tokyo and if you are used to Japanese guesthouses with shared bathroom facilities. If you are expecting modern Western facilities without signs of use or more luxurious Japanese ryokan atmosphere, you need to be willing to pay more in Tokyo but I was happy with my tatami room, it was clean and quiet.

Homeikan was very nice and authentic feeling. I loved that they gave us slippers, robes and tea every day. If you want the traditional breakfast you have to request by 8pm the day before! Everything was very cozy and the bath tubs were very relaxing. The staff were friendly and helpful, however their english was not great....they did not initially show us where the bathrooms and shower rooms were after showing us to the room. It was a little tricky to locate.

An excellent place to stay in a good location for seeing the sights in Tokyo. The staff on the front desk had a good grasp of English which was very helpful as a traveller who doesn't speak Japanese. Highly recommended.

The staff is really nice and the room is with great character. It is a "must" if you want to experience the traditional side of Japan. The location is bit average, but the experience made it up. Very impressive.

little bit cold and little bit far from subway also but IT was so good experience in tokyo. staff was really kind for us.thanx for them. I'll go there again someday :)

We have stayed at Homeikan on more than one occasion and have always had an excellent stay. The rooms are good-sized, and the staff is very helpful.

Awesome place to experience a real japanese hostel. 100% recommended.

i stayed twice, the first time in the old part which is AMAZING and highly recommended, very atmospheric and traditional but also warm and comfortable (in March) and the second time in the new part which is OK, clean and comfy but quite ordinary. the breakfast, traditional japonese and served in your room by maids is wonderful - veggie option available. great private onsen, which we never had to queue for. and cute garden, althouhg the rain prevented us from using it. umbreallas available for

Very relaxing stay. Loved it

I had a really good time at Homeikan, thank you very much for so many happy memories! Sincerely, Maiken Tennøy

I loved the heavy, winter, greenish, olive colored kimono that goes over the yukata. I would like to buy one! The building is beautiful and historic, the online information could say more about its historic character. For visiting the sights in Ueno and Asakusa, old Tokyo, it is very well located. It is also close to the train to Narita airport. The staff was really helpful and patient with our group. Thank you!

This was a really great place to stay! The owners were very friendly and helpful and the place was a very authentic experience! The location was in a quieter area but easily accessible with the subway. The traditional breakfast was also great. I would thoroughly recommend staying here.

Excellent stay, very affordable if you want too check out a ryokan. Reccomend the Japanese breakfast, lots of food and the presentation was spectacular