“A traditional guesthouse in a quiet neighbourhood. Simple rooms have roll down futons, tatami matting, large windows and almost nothing else. Bathrooms are shared. The lounge area is a more contemporary affair with new-age furniture and bold colours. A friendly base for travellers on a budget.”

Hotel review

Andon Ryokan has not yet been inspected and reviewed by the Hotel Guru but has been recommended by other guides that we respect.

Recommended for

  • Value chic

    • A great value hotel in a quiet locality but with easy access to the city's main attractions.
  • Learning

    • Cultural activities at the hotel include tea ceremonies & flower arrangement classes
  • Local exploring

    • Excellent location for exploring the surrounding neighbourhood on foot
  • Great walks

    • Located close to popular Ueno Park, which is lovely for relaxed walks
  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the awe-inspiring Tokyo Skytree and marvel at the city views from the observation deck.
  • Owner managed

    • Owned Toshiko Ishii is on hand with wonderful local recommendations
  • Other Activities

    • Wander through Asakusa district and view the many temples.
  • Traditional

    • Rooms feature tatami flooring and traditional futon beds
  • Restrictions on children

    • Restrictions on children below 11yrs old.
  • No restaurant

    • Western breakfasts are served onsite
  • Family Suites

  • Less £

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Quiet

  • Eco

  • Art Classes

  • Romantic

  • Close to nightlife

  • Charming

  • Designer Shopping

  • Retro/Vintage

  • B&B

Facilities

  • Rooms

    24 rooms in this hotel
  • Restrictions on children

    Restrictions on children below 11yrs old.
  • No restaurant

    Western breakfasts are served onsite
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Laundry

  • Bicycle hire

  • No pets

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • In room DVD

  • Airport transfer

  • Bar

  • Family Suites

  • Air conditioning

  • Safe

  • Wifi

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Concierge

  • Hot Tub

Activities

  • Learning

    • Cultural activities at the hotel include tea ceremonies & flower arrangement classes
  • Great walks

    • Located close to popular Ueno Park, which is lovely for relaxed walks
  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the awe-inspiring Tokyo Skytree and marvel at the city views from the observation deck.
  • Other Activities

    • Wander through Asakusa district and view the many temples.
  • Art Classes

  • Close to nightlife

  • Designer Shopping

Map & Location

Other reviews

Andon Ryokan

Sleep on a futon in this modern take on a traditional ryokan inn, with budget rooms and friendly service in residential eastern Tokyo. Get a glimpse of pre-boom Tokyo life in this neighbourhood of low-rise homes and cycling grannies. Popular among backpackers, not least because it serves western breakfasts.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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