3 Budget Asakusa Tokyo Hotels You’ll Enjoy

This shopping street called Nakamise leads up to the entrance of Sensoji Temple…

On a Budget? Asakusa is the Place to Be

Asakusa is an excellent area for budget travelers looking to experience Tokyo’s traditional charm without overspending. Known for its historic atmosphere, Asakusa is home to Tokyo’s oldest temple, Senso-ji, a must-see attraction that’s free to visit.

I can almost smell the incense as I write!

Surrounding the temple are bustling streets lined with affordable souvenir shops, local eateries, and street food vendors. Visitors can sample classic Japanese snacks like takoyaki and yakitori at reasonable prices. The area’s emphasis on culture and history allows travelers to explore Tokyo’s past while keeping their expenses low.

Accommodations in Asakusa are also budget-friendly, ranging from hostels and capsule hotels to tourist hotels.

How to Get to Asakusa from Narita and Haneda Airports

The area is well-served by public transportation, with direct access to the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line and Toei Asakusa Line, making it easy to travel around Tokyo.

Asakusa is also connected to Narita Airport via the Keisei Skyliner and Haneda Airport Keikyu Line, offering added convenience for international travelers. Depending on which train service you choose it takes a little over 1 hour. Alternatively, there are airport buses to take you to Asakusa in a little over two hours.

Japanese Mixed Tempura — Amazing food in Asakusa

Benefits of Staying Around Asakusa

Additionally, Asakusa’s proximity to other budget-friendly neighborhoods, like Ueno and Akihabara, makes it a great starting point for exploring Tokyo. Ueno offers free attractions such as Ueno Park and its many museums, while Akihabara, known for electronics and anime culture, is a short train ride away. You can also walk, which I often do.

With its history, affordability, and convenient access to Tokyo’s key attractions, Asakusa is a perfect choice for budget-conscious travelers looking to maximize their Tokyo experience.

Whether it’s your first trip to Tokyo or a veteran Japan visitor, you will enjoy staying in Asakusa as much as I do.

Asakusa Hotel Booking Tips

If you don’t smoke, make sure you book non-smoking room
Check in time is usually 3pm (double check with hotel)
Check out time is usually 10am (double check with hotel)
Certain hotel reception close at midnight (double check with hotel)
Many hotels have coin-operated washing and drying machines

My 3 Best Asakusa Budget Hotel Recommendations

Asakusa Ryokan Toukaisou Hotel ⭐️

Whenever I get the chance I always recommend accommodations with owners on site. And, it’s a Ryokan a traditional Japanese style in around Asakusa! How cool is that!

The location is near many places to eat, Asakusa, and its Sensoji Temple is 500 meters away. Plus two subway train stations are nearby Asakusa Subway Station and Tawaramachi Subway Station being the nearest.

Don’t let the one star fool you, it’s only because it is basic accommodation, but in a good way.

This Ryokan has only 13 rooms. So yeah it could be tricky to get a room here since Asakusa is such a major tourist destination. Plus incredibly affordable. So if the price is right for you, I’d say go for it!

Read reviews and find discounts for Asakusa Ryokan Toukaisou Hotel through Agoda.com

APA Hotel Asakusa Tawaramachi Ekimae ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Now if you’re looking for a modern hotel with shiny television this is it. It’s one of the newer hotels in Asakusa so it is very popular.

APA is a popular chain hotel in Japan, mainly with business travelers known for modern comfort and most importantly affordability. And also small rooms or course. With the standard rooms at just 11 square meters. It shouldn’t be a surprise most newer budget hotels throughout Tokyo are that small.

That said, there’s a comfortable bed with a shower and a bathtub I barely fit myself in. I count my lucky stars I can fit my ass in the toilet set.

It’s clean and close to train stations, and food, Asakusa is just a 500-meter walk, and the price is not crazy. What else can you ask for?

APA Hotel Asakusa Tawaramachi Ekimae Standard Room

Hotel Plus Hostel TOKYO ASAKUSA 1 ⭐️⭐️

So I’m more of a hotel guy, not really into hostels at my old age. But I can say for sure, a lot of you will like this popular hotel property super close to Asakusa!

Though as an old guy, I sure do appreciate the onsen and sauna!

Luckily, as the name of this property states, it is a hotel plus a hostel. I sure do appreciate Japanese efficiency.

There are male-only and female-only plus mixed dormitories all at reasonable rates.

Now, this might be a deal breaker for some of you. The men’s and women’s shower rooms although separate are public.

Read reviews and find discounts for Hotel Plus Hostel TOKYO ASAKUSA 1 on Agoda.com