Ideal
location in the lively Shibuya district near public transportation
Last
renovation completed at the end of 2015
Clean, comfortable rooms with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and kettles
On-site
restaurant with breakfast service available (for a fee)
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Free luggage storage
Guest rooms are small and have tiny bathrooms
Lingering cigarette-smoke odors in rooms
Located in
Tokyo's trendy and youthful Shibuya district, this mid-range hotel offers 205 compact guest rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a small restaurant with breakfast (for a fee), but little else in terms of amenities. All
the guest rooms are equipped with mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles, and have cramped en-suite bathrooms. For more floor space and a more
upscale atmosphere, travelers could consider JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Shinjuku, which can be slightly pricier.
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Scene
Simple hotel with a renovated lobby that lends a chic atmosphere
Thanks
to renovations completed at the end of 2015, the spacious
lobby of the Shibuya Tobu Hotel has an appealing, chic look. Floors are covered in elegant marble tiles in brown tones, and the
soft lighting accents -- including an illuminated reception counter -- create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Contemporary sofas in
black leather are arranged in a seating area, and a wall made to look
like a bookcase provides an interesting visual accent. Most guests
staying here are leisure travelers visiting the city as couples or
families who choose to stay in Shibuya for its exciting, youthful
vibe.
Location
In a busy area, walking distance to Shibuya station
Shibuya
Tobu Hotel is located on a side street leading off a busy main
street, just a 10-minute walk from Shibuya train and subway station.
This area is popular with young people and tourists for its many
shops, department stores, restaurants, bars, and cafes. The iconic
“Shibuya Crossing” and its many neon billboards is a short walk
away from the hotel.- Seven-minute walk to Shibuya Crossing
Rooms
Clean and functional guest rooms with small bathrooms
Guest
rooms at Shibuya Tobu Hotel are clean and comfortable, but they lack
decorative details, giving them a functional feel. Like many
mid-range hotel rooms in Tokyo, spaces here are cramped. Single
Rooms are narrow; each is just enough room for a single bed and a few
pieces of furniture: a fold-down desk cleverly makes use of the
little space, but there is no wardrobe to store clothing. The general
room decor is generic, with dark-brown carpeting and bedcovers.
Also typical of Tokyo are the tiny bathrooms fitted with
small shower/tub combos and electronic toilets. The Deluxe
Twin Rooms offer more space, fold-out sofas, and bigger bathrooms
with full-sized bathtubs. All rooms are equipped with
air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and electric kettles. Slippers, toiletries, and hairdryers are handy
extras. Note that some past guests have complained of the lingering smell of
cigarette smoke in nonsmoking rooms.
Features
On-site restaurant with unimpressive breakfast service, coin laundry, and free Wi-Fi
Like
many mid-range hotels in Tokyo, Shibuya Tobu Hotel offers few
extra features. The on-site restaurant serves a basic breakfast for
an extra fee, but past guests report that the food is mediocre. The hotel
also has coin-operated laundry facilities and drink vending machines, both of
which are common amenities in Japanese hotels. A dry-cleaning service
is available for a fee, and luggage storage is free. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
