Sakura Hostel Asakusa

Tokyo · Japan

Sakura Hostel Asakusa

HostelPunk Score
45% SHIT
High confidence 275 reviews
No bed bug reports in 3,816 analyzed reviews
No incentivized-review patterns detected in 3,816 analyzed reviews

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Facilities

🍳 COOKER 👕 Laundry 🅿️ Parking 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🍳 Free Breakfast 🍺 Bar ☕ Cafe
Other facilities (37)
Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Internet Access Bicycle Parking Adaptors Luggage Storage Fax Service 24 Hour Reception Tours/Travel Desk Postal Service Housekeeping Card Phones Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange PlayStation DVD's Cable TV Wi-Fi Linen Included Air Conditioning Reading Light Hair Dryers Ceiling Fan Meals Available Vending Machines Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Towels For Hire Hair Dryers For Hire Late Check-out Security Lockers Key Card Access 24 Hour Security Common Room Elevator Hot Showers Flexible NRR

Prices

Dorms $39 / night
Privates $183 - $274 / night

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Worst reviews

Belgium Family Feb 17, 2026 1.0/10

+ L'emplacement est bien

- La chambre est minuscule! À peine de quoi ouvrir notre valise dans le couloir Le lit était horrible, le matelas dur comme du béton et le pire oreiller que j'ai jamais vu

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Singapore Couple Jul 28, 2025 1.0/10

- Do not book this hotel for the Sumida River Fireworks — ever. I chose this hotel specifically because of its rooftop terrace, which offers a view of the fireworks. I even paid nearly 30% more than the usual rate, expecting to enjoy the event as advertised. At no point during the booking process — or even after — was there any mention that the rooftop would be unavailable. Only upon check-in did the hotel casually inform us that the rooftop had been rented out for a private event and was closed to guests. No advance notice, no email, nothing. They had every opportunity to let us know ahead of time, and they chose not to. This felt like a deliberate decision to withhold information while cashing in on the fireworks crowd. It’s dishonest, and frankly, unacceptable. If you’re thinking of booking this hotel for the Sumida fireworks — don’t. You cannot trust them to honor the very thing you’re likely paying a premium for. Avoid.

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Ireland Solo traveler May 15, 2025 1.0/10

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Spain Family May 12, 2025 1.0/10

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Italy Group Mar 20, 2025 1.0/10

- camera piccolissima, finestra non apribile.

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Philippines Group Dec 21, 2024 1.0/10

+ rooftop

- - i was put on lower floor with no view (even numbers ending rooms) - staff are not very welcoming - no bath salts - NO DRINKING WATER - No space under the bed - ONLY 1 HARD pillow and very thin pajamas is provided - Very limited space - Too far from train stations - Not very safe as only lower ground will act as safety measure to ride on the lift. So you can roam around to different floors with no extra safety measures. - No Luggage room. Luggages end up in the lobby daily. No space.

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Australia Couple Sep 29, 2024 1.0/10

+ breakfast was not included the staff were very friendly and helpful

- the room was so very very small i had to sleep next to the wall and wake my husband up and get him to get up so i could get out bed. no wardrobe just to cloths hooks with 2 hangers

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Malaysia Couple Mar 14, 2024 1.0/10

+ The room was styled with the best use of its given space. The hotel on the outside looked decent

- The room even though it says twin bed for 2. Was not meant for 2. The room had no space for 2 luggage to be placed on the floor. The room was so small that it's actually meant for only 1 occupant. Room internal air-conditioning could not go colder than 15 degrees as the staff reasons that it's winter. Here is the problem, outside is colder than 15 degrees, so 15 degrees in the room is hot. So I had to sleep with the windows open to cool the room. What was scary, was me waking up to someone trying to enter my room in the middle of the night twice! So there is plenty not to like. From the room being unable to accommodate more than 1 big luggage, the internal air-conditioning system restricting what temperature you can be in to having your safety in the room threaten

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China Couple Aug 16, 2023 1.0/10

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United States Solo traveler Jul 3, 2023 1.0/10

+ The location is the only positive about this hotel.

- I was charged for checking in ONE hour early (there is no policy stating that) and when addressed with the manager, all he could say it’s a common practice in Japan (which is a lie, as I’ve been many times before). No apologies, no refund, and they also have a policy to charge you for a full night stay if you check out ONE minute late (see picture). Room was a shoebox, only bed and a tiny hallway to the bed (I’m 5”2, 100 lbs and barely managed).

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Recent reviews

Scotland MALE May 12, 2026 Atm 100%

Very helpful staff. Relaxed atmosphere and very central.

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Australia FEMALE 18-24 May 9, 2026 Atm 100%

One of the best hostels I have ever stayed at. Everyone is so wonderful and lovely. I was sick while staying here and everyone was so caring. I would definitely stay here again. 🤍

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Canada MALE 18-24 May 2, 2026 Atm 100%

The staff were all wonderful and kind throughout my entire stay. Its in an amazing location right beside the shopping street and Sensō-ji temple. Via google maps I actually walked through the temple grounds to get there which was very cool. I spent a lot of time just walking through the streets and checking out shops as well as the temple and it was in an amazing spot. The Cafe also had food which I never ordered but it seemed good and I was would absolutely go back again.

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Argentina MALE 31-40 May 1, 2026 Atm 60%

Staff súper amables y serviciales, muy buena onda. La zona común es un café, lo que quizás dificulta un poquito socializar ya que el hostel no tiene actividades. La cocina es chica, pero tampoco vi mucha gente usándola. El desayuno es café o té con tostadas y mermelada. Si te gusta la parte más tradicional de Tokio vas a estar bien acá, pero para ir a Shibuya, Shinjuku, el palacio imperial y varios lugares más tenés que viajar alrededor de 45 minutos. Te guardan el equipaje sin cost

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Czech Republic MALE Apr 29, 2026 Atm 100%

Good hostel at super location.The staff at reception desk are very helpful and friendly. Community kitchen is a big plus.

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France MALE 25-30 Apr 27, 2026 Atm 40%

Nice hostel if you want to visit Tokyo it's perfectly located in Asakusa

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Apr 25, 2026 Atm 60%

Fine stay! My dorm was appropriately spaced but really smelly

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Sweden FEMALE 31-40 Apr 16, 2026 Atm 60%

Very good location and friendly, polite staff. However, there are downsides to the hostel: * The bathrooms need updating. There are only two female toilets, two showers, and two sinks per floor, which is not enough. * The facilities feel quite old and could use some maintenance and care. For example, the paper towel dispenser is broken, so you have to pull the paper out by hand—something that should be easy to fix. * The bathroom doors don’t close properly, and the same issue applies to ...

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Italy MALE 25-30 Apr 7, 2026 Atm 60%

Cant say anything bad about this hostel, clean enough, staff is ok, located just next to a major attraction. The atmosphere was just not it though. If are a solo traveler looking for a social hostel you might want to choose another property

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USA ALLMALEGROUP 31-40 Apr 4, 2026 Atm 100%

First time staying in hostel and they’ve really set the bar. Staff was attentive and friendly, Rooms were comfortable and secure. Really looking forward to my next japan trip

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Philippines MALE 31-40 Apr 4, 2026 Atm 60%

It was just ok for a night. No plugs to charge in room. The facilities were ok, water pressure was nice. 24/7 cafe was nice. Location was good. Not a social atmosphere.

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France Solo traveler Mar 29, 2026 9.0/10

+ L’emplacement est parfait. La chambre simple est assez petite mais confortable. La salle d’eau est super. Très bon personnel. La terrasse de l’hôtel offre une vue exceptionnelle sur le quartier. Je recommande !

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Australia Group Mar 29, 2026 9.0/10

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Australia Family Mar 29, 2026 10.0/10

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United States Family Mar 28, 2026 10.0/10

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United Kingdom Group Mar 28, 2026 8.0/10

+ It was on the edges of a brilliant area for someone first visiting Tokyo, but also near residential so quiet and calm. The rooftop view is a great added bonus. It was clean and everyone was polite. The brekkie was lovely.

- The basic room our children had was small but I understand normal for Tokyo. There is no downstairs lounge or relaxing area. Just reception space packed with departing guests’ luggage. Rooms small so if you want a space to chill, there isn’t one.

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France Couple Mar 28, 2026 9.0/10

+ Emplacement idéal, propreté de la chambre, petite mais avec l'essentiel. Gentillesse de l'accueil. Je conseille fortement.

- RAS

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United Kingdom Family Mar 28, 2026 10.0/10

+ Great location. Compact room, but had everything I needed in the way of amenities; kettle, toiletries, slippers and pj's!

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France Couple Mar 28, 2026 8.0/10

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Italy Couple Mar 28, 2026 8.0/10

+ Struttura moderna e funzionale, molto pulita e ben collegata. La colazione è molto buona, continentale, e offre varianti prevalentemente salate con qualcosa di dolce. In caso di varianti o aggiunte si paga il prezzo corrispondente. Splendida la terrazza da godersi quando il clima lo permette.

- Considerate bene la scelta della camera. In caso di letto matrimoniale unico, la stanza potrebbe risultare piccola per due persone ma più che altro per la sistemazione delle valigie. Nulla che possa costituire un problema a mio avviso.