10 Recommended Hotels in the Ikebukuro Area of Tokyo! A Safe and Comfortable Girls' Trip

Ikebukuro is a downtown area in Toshima Ward Tokyo. This area, which has been depicted as the setting for numerous dramas and anime, is a city where a variety of cultures intermingle. People come to Ikebukuro for a variety of reasons, including people who want to see plays and watch anime, and people who want to enjoy shopping and gourmet food. If you are going to visit Ikebukuro, why not stay at a nearby hotel and enjoy the city's charms to the fullest?

Ikebukuro is a downtown area, so there are many hotels. However, not just any hotel will do for a girls' trip. Choose a safe and comfortable hotel, such as one with a high level of security and amenities.

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If you want to enjoy Ikebukuro to the fullest, is a hotel near Ikebukuro Station the answer? Wait a minute! There are hotels perfect for women in the neighboring areas of Ikebukuro, Mejiro and Otsuka. Conveniently located just one train stop away. Another advantage is that you can stay quietly one stop away from the downtown area. This time, we will introduce 7 hotels recommended for women in Ikebukuro and its neighboring areas of Otsuka and Mejiro.

The hotels around Ikebukuro Station are extremely convenient and perfect as a base for sightseeing. Whether you're shopping at the store you're looking for or going to the theater, you can take your time and get ready without rushing. If you get a little tired during the day, you can take a rest at the hotel and do whatever you want.

Hotel Resol Ikebukuro is conveniently located about a 1-minute walk from Higashi-Ikebukuro Station on the Yurakucho Line. It is located about 6 minutes walk from JR Ikebukuro Station. The calm lighting and aromas and herbal scents that pervade the hotel will help you relax your tired body. There is a popular Italian restaurant on the first floor, which has a bright atmosphere.

Hotel Resol Ikebukuro has a women-only floor, so you can relax and relieve the fatigue of your trip. The women's only floor is on the 9th floor, so you can see the view of Ikebukuro. You take off your shoes at the entrance to the guest room, so you can relax barefoot. It's ok to lounge around like it's your own home♡

For breakfast, enjoy a Japanese and Western buffet at Il Chianti Est on the first floor of the hotel. The menu is supervised by a registered dietitian and is made with care for your health and beautiful skin. There are many delicious and healthy dishes lined up. Chianti original morning curry is popular among women! Eating well in the morning will give you more energy!

Keio Presso Inn Ikebukuro is located along a main street about a four-minute walk from JR Ikebukuro Station. There is a convenience store and a cafe on the first floor of the hotel, making it convenient for small shopping trips. Not only does the front desk staff work 24 hours a day, but it also has cutely designed rooms and a full range of facilities, making it a thoroughly female-friendly hotel.

The guest rooms are compact yet clean. The white and brown color scheme and woody interiors are sure to tickle the feminine heart. There is also a coin laundry and microwave on-site, making it a great place for those looking for a cost-effective long-term stay.

The breakfast at Keio Presso Inn Ikebukuro is a full buffet that can be arranged to suit your mood. You can have a set meal with freshly fried crispy Japanese black beef minced cutlet, rice and salad, or an American donut plate with cute donuts and cereal and consommé soup. Try a combination of Japanese and Western dishes to get your energy up and running at the start of the day.

Sunshine City Prince Hotel about a 3-minute walk from Higashi-Ikebukuro Station and about an 8-minute walk from JR Ikebukuro Station. This hotel is directly connected to Sunshine City, which is home to an aquarium, shopping mall, movie theater, gourmet spots, and more, making it an ideal base for sightseeing in Ikebukuro. The hotel has a quiet and calm atmosphere, and as the tallest hotel in the Ikebukuro area, you can enjoy a spectacular night view.

There is a wide variety of guest rooms to choose from, from singles to twins, doubles, and suites. The panoramic floors, located from the 33rd to 37th floors, are particularly luxurious, offering a panoramic view of Tokyo's nightscape. The rooms are clean and equipped with free Wi-Fi, TV, mineral water, and other amenities, making for a comfortable stay. From the rooms on the higher floors, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Ikebukuro, and the glittering night view is something you'll never tire of.

Breakfast is served buffet style, with a wide variety of dishes, including Japanese and Western cuisine, and even galettes. All the dishes are made with fresh ingredients and are delicious, giving you a boost of energy in the morning. There is also a convenience store directly connected to the first floor of the hotel, so you won't have any trouble with last-minute shopping.

"Hotel Wing International Select Ikebukuro" is about an 8-minute walk from the east exit of JR Ikebukuro Station. The surrounding area is dotted with tourist spots such as "Sunshine City" and "Otome Road", making it perfect for shopping and sightseeing. Please spend a special time in a space with an antique atmosphere.

There are eight types of rooms available, from single to triple, to meet a variety of needs. The triple rooms in particular can accommodate up to five people, making them perfect for group trips. The rooms are equipped with original mattresses developed in collaboration with France Bed, ensuring a comfortable sleep. In addition, the rooms are equipped with a high-powered hair dryer that dries hair easily, which is a great feature for women who tend to carry a lot of luggage.

In the cafe space on the first floor, you can enjoy homemade bread and sweets from 6am to 11pm. The owl-themed bread is especially cute and heartwarming. Beer is also sold in the evenings, making it a great place for a girls' night out. There are also many tea, coffee, and other drinks available in packs to choose from, which you can enjoy at your leisure by boiling water in the kettle in the room. Start your day in an extraordinary space with lucky owl motifs scattered throughout!

Hotel Metropolitan is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from the west exit of JR Ikebukuro Station. You can easily return to the hotel after enjoying shopping or a show and relax. There are 805 rooms in total, and there are a variety of options, including Japanese-Western style rooms that can accommodate up to 6 people and twin rooms that can accommodate an extra bed, making it perfect for a girls' group trip. There are also rooms with a panoramic view of Ikebukuro's streets and night view, allowing you to forget the hustle and bustle of the city and spend some relaxing time.

The hotel has Japanese, Italian, Chinese and international restaurants, so you won't have any trouble finding meal. In particular, the dining and bar "Ovest" on the 25th floor above ground has an excellent view! In the evening, enjoy a multi-course meal made with seasonal ingredients while admiring the beautiful city illuminations.

For breakfast and dinner, you can enjoy a buffet in the live kitchen where chefs who are proud of their Japanese, Western, Chinese and sweet cuisines prepare food right in front of you. In particular, the fluffy omelettes for breakfast that are cooked right in front of you are exquisite. Enjoy a luxurious moment eating freshly cooked food.

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"Mejiro Station" is one station next to JR Ikebukuro Station and takes about 2 minutes on the Yamanote Line. It is a high-class town with a quiet residential area. Although it is not a downtown area, there are convenience stores, cafes, restaurants, drug stores, and other shops in front of the station, making it a comfortable area to live in. After playing to your heart's content in Ikebukuro, we recommend relaxing in the quiet Mejiro area.

"Richmond Hotel Tokyo Mejiro" is about 2 minutes on foot from JR Mejiro Station. The lobby has an elegant atmosphere with stained glass on the ceiling and elegant carpets. There is a family restaurant on the 2nd floor of the hotel, so you won't have trouble meal.

The rooms are equipped with Simmons beds, which are used in famous hotels, so you can relax and unwind. This means you can feel at ease even if you have friends over. There are single rooms and twin rooms that can accommodate up to four people, so it's also recommended for girls' trips with a large group. The bathroom and toilet are separate in rooms such as the Villa Twin and Grace Twin, so you can feel at ease even if you have friends over.

At the front desk, you can receive an amenity set exclusively for women. The set includes makeup remover, face wash, face mask, and more, so don't worry if you don't have any care products with you. I'm also happy that they have one-piece pajamas that are hard to slip off♪

"JR-East Hotel Mets Mejiro" is conveniently located, about 1 minute on foot from JR Mejiro Station. It's next to the station, so you don't have to worry if you come back to the hotel late at night. There is also a women-only clinic in the hotel, providing an environment where women can spend their time with peace of mind.

The guest rooms are decorated in chic colors and have a calm atmosphere. The mattresses are made by Simmons, so you can have a comfortable night's sleep.

"Amenity station" installed in front of the front desk. Here you can freely choose the necessary amenities such as face wash and makeup remover. Bath additives with various scents are also available, so why not take your time and relax in the bathtub?

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The area around Otsuka Station, which is about 3 minutes from JR Ikebukuro Station on the Yamanote Line, is an area where you can feel nostalgic where downtown and Showa retro mix. Although it is located only one stop from Ikebukuro, you can see the idyllic scenery of the only tram in the Tokyo, the Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line). On the other hand, redevelopment is progressing, such as the opening of the gourmet spot "Otsuka no Rengai" and accommodation facilities at Hoshino Resort, so you can enjoy both the downtown atmosphere and the liveliness of the city center.

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OMO5 Tokyo Otsuka is about a 1-minute walk from JR Otsuka Station, located on the corner of a lively shopping district and a retro streetscape where the Toden Arakawa Line runs. This is a stylish hotel located in Otsuka's downtown area. The public space in front of the front desk, ``OMO Base,'' is as comfortable as your living room. You can spend a relaxing time not only in your room but also in the lounge.

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This is a uniquely designed guest room named ``Yagura Room.'' The guest rooms have many ingenious interior decorations, such as a box staircase that doubles as storage and a gimmicky wall that can be used as a closet. It's filled with stylish and convenient storage techniques that you'll want to incorporate into your own home.

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The next morning, enjoy a colorful breakfast of ``OMOrning Risotto'' at the ``OMO Base'' cafe. Choose your favorite from 6 unique Japanese and Western types of risotto. It's very healthy as it comes with cabbage rapé, soup, and a free drink. For bread lovers, there is also an "American Breakfast" where you can enjoy 5 types of bread! Get your day off to a great start with a stylish breakfast.

Hotel Bellclassic Tokyo, about a 1-minute walk from JR Otsuka Station, is a hotel that is also known as a wedding venue. The interior of the hotel has a luxurious feel and is a bright and elegant space. This is a great value hotel that offers top-notch service at a reasonable price.

Each room has a different interior, with pink or blue, but all of them have a slightly classical and luxurious feel. Hotel Bellclassic Tokyo pays particular attention to the lighting in its rooms, and they are equipped with a retractable mirror with a light and a makeup light that is convenient for applying makeup. This is great for women who want to apply perfect makeup even when traveling. Another plus is that all rooms have separate bathrooms and toilets!

All guest rooms are equipped with POLA shampoo, conditioner and body soap. In addition, there are amenities such as cleansers, face wash, lotion, etc., so you can come empty-handed even if you have to stay suddenly! You can spend your time with peace of mind.

Breakfast is a Japanese-Western buffet with a wide variety. On some days, a Japanese or Western set menu is available. Also, there are many cafes and restaurants around the hotel, so it's fun to go out to eat.

"Hotel Livemax Tokyo Otsuka-Ekimae" is about 2 minutes on foot from JR Otsuka Station. The downtown area is on the opposite side of the station, so you can stay calmly. There are convenience stores and cafes nearby, so you won't have trouble finding meal. A simple hotel with good cost performance, recommended for girls who want to spend money on sightseeing and leisure.

The guest rooms are decorated with chic interiors based on blue. From single rooms to twin rooms, you can stay up to 4 people. Although it is a simple room, it has everything you need, such as a refrigerator, microwave, and gown.

In addition to amenities such as botanical shampoo and toothbrushes, all rooms also have Plasmacluster humidifiers. Furthermore, Bett introduced that Simmons product. You can gently wrap your tired body from sightseeing and get a good night's rest.

Since it's a long-awaited trip, you want to make a lot of fun memories until the end. For that reason, it is an absolute requirement that the stay at the hotel is safe and comfortable. In the Ikebukuro area, there are many charming hotels that will fulfill your wishes for a girls' trip. Find your favorite hotel and enjoy your trip♪