Located in Shinjuku, a neighborhood in Tokyo, U-Hotel Takadanobaba is near a metro station. Tokyo Midtown and Roppongi Hills are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Yoyogi Park and Ueno Park. Check out an event or a game at Tokyo Dome, and consider making time for Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Tokyo travel guide
4-1-1, Takadanobaba, Tokyo, Tokyo, 169-0075
What's nearby
Waseda University
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Omoide Yokocho
5 min drive - 1.8 km
Toyama Park
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Okubo Park
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Samurai Museum
5 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Takadanobaba Station
4 min walk
Nishi-waseda Station
9 min walk
Haneda Airport (HND)
56 min drive
Restaurants
やきとん みつぼ
3 min walk
俺の空
2 min walk
NEW YORKER'S Cafe
4 min walk
Garlic Chips
3 min walk
しゃぶ葉
5 min walk
About this property
U-Hotel Takadanobaba
Hotel near Waseda University
Close to Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, U-Hotel Takadanobaba has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at U-Hotel Takadanobaba include comforts such as fireplaces and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Private entrance, smart lock
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Property is also known as
U Hotel Takadanobaba
U-Hotel Takadanobaba Hotel
U-Hotel Takadanobaba Tokyo
U-Hotel Takadanobaba Hotel Tokyo
Frequently asked questions
Is U-Hotel Takadanobaba pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at U-Hotel Takadanobaba?
As of 7 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at U-Hotel Takadanobaba on 10 March 2026 start from AED 306, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at U-Hotel Takadanobaba?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at U-Hotel Takadanobaba?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is U-Hotel Takadanobaba located?
Located in Shinjuku, this hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Waseda University and within 3 mi (5 km) of Tokyo Dome and Meiji Jingu Shrine. Okubo Park and Samurai Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). Takadanobaba Station is only a 4-minute walk and Nishi-waseda Station is 9 minutes.
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Reviews
U-Hotel Takadanobaba Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
8.2
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 140 reviews
10 - Excellent
68
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 140 reviews
8 - Good
44
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 140 reviews
6 - Okay
21
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 140 reviews
4 - Poor
3
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 140 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Colleen
11 November 2025
Excellent location, efficient check in, very clean, comfortable beds. Tight quarters but manageable.
It was a nice condo with washer and a shower that can close and fully dry clothes (option on the heating control). Location is close to train, grocery stores & restaurants. Room is also equipped with a fridge, freezer, microwave, sink & kettle. The layout was a bit tricky and tight so we can only open the suitcase in the hallway by the bathroom. I definitely will stay here again.
Great place. More spacious than I expected. Very clean and near a bunch of restaurants, bars, shops, and train station. Could barely hear the train in our room. The staff was very responsive.
The hotel had everything you need (toiletries, pj, kitchen, laundry) . Instructions were clear and organised. Bedroom small but enough for people with only carry on luggage. I really liked our permanency there.
Great hotel, the room was very clean and the location was perfect, right next to the yamanote line! It was small for 3 people, if you brought in mid sized luggage you’d probably have to open it on the bed but we can’t complain, everything else was amazing. Thank you!
Carolina
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
MARIA
7 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Property is clean. I like that there is washer in the room. Room size is small for 3 people.
The room is a tight fit, there's no walking room but it's super convenient to stores, 7-11, the train, markets, and there are some lovely neighborhood walks. Be aware that there isn't an elevator (we were at the top of the very narrow 3 floor walk-up) but the room, and the tiny kitchenette is so sweet. The bathroom is great. Wonderful water pressure and the convenience that they not only provide shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, but also toothbrushes and toothpaste and some very cute pjs. I absolutely would return.
Check-in was confusing, support number didn’t work. Garbage pile beside the front door that smelt disgusting and the air conditioning smelt like urine. Blood smears in bathroom. Other then that the stay was fine, nice shower and clean beds. Enjoyed the abundance of towels as well as the local grocery and convience stores. Close by to train station aswell.
It's a nice hotel with about a 5-7 minute walk from Takadanobaba Station. 7/11 about 1 minute away. Not a whole lot of dining options close, but still walkable. Check-in was a tad tricky at first, but everything was simple once it was done. Bear in mind, there are 3 good twin beds, but the room is tiny. Like, no place to put your suitcases. We crammed ours between the beds and did a lot of sideways walking in the room. If you can get a good price (hard to do around Shinjuku), then go for it.
This hotel is very difficult to find via Google Maps. I knew this after reading reviews, and still had some challenges finding it. We stood around with all our suitcases until a local who worked in the area noticed us and asked if we were looking for the U-Hotel. Without him, who knows how long before we found it. Some more clear directions/images to help with finding the hotel would be very helpful. We arrived after sunset, so this was more challenging in the dark. To call this a hotel is also a little misleading. There is no front desk, staff or housekeeping. Check in and check out is through a pretty slow tablet. Our room was on the third floor. It is worth noting that there is no elevator in this building. We had five suitcases, this was a bit of a challenge for us. The unit is quite small and typical for Tokyo, but certainly manageable. While no housekeeping, the unit was clean and we were provided with 9 larger towels and 9 face towels which was more than sufficient for our short stay. There is a laundry machine in the room which is nice, although there is no detergent. The location is superb because it is right next to Takadanobaba station, however because of its proximity, you will hear and even feel the rumble of the trains throughout the night.
I liked the place we stayed. Only downside was there was no elevator and everything was cramped. But had above and beyond facilities for the tiny space including a dryer/washer, microwave, fridge, etc.