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Reviews of Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu 3 stars

111-0032 Tokyo-to, Taito-ku, Asakusa 1-31-11, Japan

#434 of 1,371 hotels in Tokyo

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Review score

Based on 667 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    9.0
    Peaceful Japanese Ambiance
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Economy Japanese-Style Twin Room (SAKURA) - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The area the hotel is in is overcrowded with people. But if you want to be literally in the middle of everything, then it's a GREAT place.

    Very good unique experience. I've never slept on tatami mats. They were very comfortable. The hotel is small and quaint. I loved the Japanese ambiance.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    8.0
    an experience that I strongly reccomend if you are travelling to Japan
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Japanese-Style Deluxe Suite - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the room of the wc could be refurbished

    the welcoming of the staff, the view from our room at the 4th floor, sleeping on a tatami

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Economy Japanese-Style Twin Room (SAKURA) - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    For a tourist, this is a perfect location for getting around the city: right next to a metro (which is also just two stops away from the express train that goes to the airport. if you want an instant feel for the "coziness" of living in this country, the room is a great introduction to small space (while I did not actually see the "upgrade" room, on paper it looks a bit larger - for two people there is no additional room to walk around or spread out your suitcase) and the bathroom is most tiny with the faucet for the sink basin also being the faucet for the bath tub. There is a nice bath featuring hot spring water on the top floor with a spectacular view of the skytree. Our room also had a great view of the Kaminarimon Temple and Pagoda, which is beautiful lit up at night. I would stay here again.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    9.0
    In love with this place and will definitely stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Economy Japanese-Style Twin Room (SAKURA) - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place was quite small so it might not be ideal for families. But nonetheless, perfect for a solo traveller and even duos.

    The place is so clean and smells so nice. And most importantly, the staff was very kind and helpful. They call taxi for us and help in carrying our luggages. The even stored our luggages from our check-out time until we have to leave for the airport at 7pm. The location is perfect too as it is very near to the infamous Asakusa souvenir street (only 1-minute walk!), Sensoji Temple and train station.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room (KIKU) - Non-Smoking - Until May 2024
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    If there's a bath inside the bathroom it will be great.

    The location is spot on, close to shops and main Street. Staff are friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Perfect location in Asakusa.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Japanese-Style Single Room (No View) - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress/futon wasn’t really comfortable.

    Great location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Japanese-Style Twin Room (SAKURA) - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room is a bit small.

    The staff was super friendly and really helpful. the location is great.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    7.0
    Very interesting and friendly and politely
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Japanese-Style Single Room (No View) - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I am too Old for Living on the floor, my back hurts and the chairs were no good. Japanese are not so tall. There was a short non-availability of hot water. I miss breakfast, but in Japan they dont eat breakfast like in Denmark. Only American cafées were open in the morning, luckily

    Ryokans are oldfashioned, and a Way to experience an Old culture. Off cource The modern Way ti live is different og much more easy. It was fun to try but never with comfort. I was Living in a single room, you could also book the luksury, by paying double. The bed was wonderfull and to live in the center. And the Japanese bath on 6th floor was wonderful

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room (KIKU) - Non-Smoking - Until May 2024
    • Stayed 6 nights

    There’s a sign to indicate when someone is in the onsen, but there’s no corner of privacy if you’re actively changing. If someone opens the door, you better be dressed!

    The onsen was small but very relaxing. The room was always clean. The staff was very friendly and thoughtful. I forgot something in the onsen, and they found it and gave it to us later! Right in the heart of Asakusa, too. There’s a candy strawberry stall super close by.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    Nice and central ryokan
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Japanese-Style Single Room (No View) - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    For a traditional ryokan experience - this is a very nice and central choice. Smack in the middle of everything going on in Asakusa and next door to markets and Senso-ji temple. Very polite and helpful staff!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    7.0
    Adequate
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Western-Style Single Room (No View) - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Single room has almost no place to hang clothes. Toilet paper was the cheapest toilet paper available. Not quite sure if they understand that people will be using five times more toilet paper. No in-house laundry facilities and no food options.

    Location was crazy good. An oasis amongst the madness of Senso-Ji. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. They are one of the main reasons I would go back.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Unique ryokan experience in the best location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room (KIKU) - Non-Smoking - Until May 2024
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really to complain, maybe only steamy window in the cold weather in the onsen, so the view from the window was a bit challenging. But you just accept it.

    It’s an amazing experience in a ryokan. Fantastic and kind stuff, spacious room with a tiny cute decorated balcony overlooking the street. Location couldn’t be better, just behind the corner from Nakamise-dori market street and Senso-ji temple. Great for exploring in early morning before it gets full of crowds. The onsen with a view on Tokyo Skytree and another on the pagoda couldn’t be better. They switch sides for men and woman so you can explore both views. Asakusa area became one of our favourite also thanks to the ryokan.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    9.0
    Amazing area. Clean comfortable Japanese style inn. Wish it still had breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room (KIKU) - Non-Smoking - Until May 2024
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Need to have pillow choices for all rooms. Big room only had harder pillows

    Kind staff. Great view from onsen. Comfy Japanese bed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    9.0
    Great Location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Japanese-Style Suite - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location was great, just behind the namikase-dori street in sensoji temple. the room was more like traditional ryokan style and the public bath also great experience. tha staff also very helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Economy Japanese-Style Twin Room (SAKURA) - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No bidet.

    Ryokan Style with friendly staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    8.0
    We had a most enjoyable stay at a traditional Japanese ryokan
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Japanese-Style Twin Room (SAKURA) - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately, this ryokan has suspended dining service while it seeks a new chef. The loss of an in-house breakfast means less efficient use of one’s time for other activities.

    Location, location, location. Great staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    9.0
    You get a basic hotel in a great location. I highly recommend this place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Western-Style Single Room (No View) - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Location is a five minute walk from Nakamise Shopping street. My room was clean and well maintained although very basic. What I mean by basic is no bidet and a metal key for opening my room's door. That is what I expected from this quaint locale, so I was perfectly happy with my accommodations. I also got a great rate.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    9.0
    fantastic, great staff and great ambiance
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Japanese-Style Twin Room (KIKU) - Non-Smoking - Until May 2024
    • Stayed 2 nights

    the in room shower/bath tub is quite small and I wish the toilet had a bidet

    the layout and overall feeling of the hotel and room were fantastic, and the open bath was awesome

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Western-Style Single Room (No View) - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    Rooms are a bit small but expected for tokyo

    Very convenient location and the onsen was fantastic

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Economy Japanese-Style Twin Room (SAKURA) - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Charming rooms, bathroom had great features and was really clean, walking distance from kyoto station.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    9.0
    Perfect hotel to explore Asakusa from and unwind in onsen at the end of the day.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Western-Style Single Room (No View) - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Wish the onsen could change male vs female sides occasionally so views of Kinkoji vs Tokyo Skytree can be seen.

    Location is unmatched in heart of Asakusa, very near the temple. Shared bath is perfect for unwinding at end of the day. Staff is amazing - the manager helped me communicate with next hotel to store my luggage, helping me save money and providing excellent service.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    8.0
    Quiet and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Western-Style Single Room (No View) - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, close to Asakusa Station and Temples/shopping.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    8.0
    Lovely staff, special experience and everything in Asakusa right on the doorstep.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Western-Style Single Room (No View) - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I did request smaller slippers but none could be found, I struggled with the larger ones. There’s virtually nowhere for your stuff, so I wouldn’t like to stay longer than the two nights.

    We were able to easily access Asakusa station, the Senso-ji temple and shopping street, Tokyo Skytree and Japankarts. The Ryokan has a warm welcoming feel, the public bath was very nice. We chose a traditional room and this was quite different to the western style room my sister chose. I enjoyed the experience and the closeness to street level. Great food everywhere in the surrounding area.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    9.0
    My first proper Ryokan stay was a good and relaxing experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Japanese-Style Single Room (No View) - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Public bath only big enough for one person although this did not really affect me being solo traveller.

    Liked traditional rooms perfect for solo travellers.

    Stayed in March 2024

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