Book & Bed Tokyo Shinjuku - Hostel

If you like being surrounded by books, you'll love it. They also serve coffee and you can sit looking out into the city. It was strange being in a Japanese run accomodation where no one speaks to each other and the staff doesn't speak to people.I felt like the staff was scared to speak to people cause they are scared of speaking English. But once the one staff member knew I could understand Japanese he spoke to me. I wish they could learn basic English since their main clients are foreigners. My second night, I found that I had not been given a towel as well as no new linen. Like NONE at all. I had to sleep with a comforter and pillow with no covers and no sheets. It was so uncomfortable. Wish they had a stack of fresh linen in case of such cases. I finished late before coming back and everyone was obviously sleeping. Lucky for me when I woke up, there was a lady sorting new towels so I could get one. Also, I felt a little unsafe in the surrounding streets cause there are a lot of streetwalkers at night and early in the morning, it seemed like they were doing their last hour. I felt like I had to watch that I don't become a human trafficking victim. But if you avoid the night time outside...it is a good place to stay.

Most ideal for smaller groups or individuals looking for a unique capsule-esque hotel

Feels warm sleeping, I didn’t expect a full blown Air Conditioner, but some might expect.

The location was very hard to find , even with google maps. It was in a very rough area , trash, prostitution, drugs, alcohol, very sketchy area… once you go up, they do help you check in & everything , the view is nice & the place is cool. It would be a 4/5 BUT it is dirty, foul smells, and the bathrooms & almost every area needs a DEEP clean. Also the mattress is paper thin, so my body would be very sore. Now for the price I paid ($101) for 5 nights , not too shabby.

Had an excellent feel,

This was a unique stay. Loved the book vibe. Wanted to try the capsule hotel option. It isa a hostel so lots of beds, people can come and go whenever so there could be a fair bit of noise if you are a light sleeper.

I am 52 and my son is 21 and we both enjoyed our stay. The staff was very friendly and helpful, each bed was private and the entire place was clean. We didn't ever have an issue getting in a shower or toilet, even with it being fully booked. It was close to the station and plenty around it for fun, convenience, or food. We would definitely stay there again.

Great place to stay for very reasonable prices in the heart of Shinjuku

Horrible beds (you have to make your own bed), pods are hot and the washrooms were in horrible condition and dirty. Cool book space doesn’t make up for the rest.

Loved the vibe, great spot to stay. It is in the red light district so be warned of people soliciting outside.

it was a perfect lovely stay for a book lover

Foreigner friendly, very helpful staff

chill hotel. breakfast was pretty good. what you’d expect from a capsule hotel

The place was really cool and esthetic however the actually pods themselves were not comfortable and the cleanliness of the public bathroom wasn’t the greatest.

Unique hotel for a different experience. Love that it’s at least on a high level for a nice view of Shinjuku when looking through their big wide windows. Lots of artsy books to browse slowly while chilling & eating at the rest area. The cabin rooms are ok. Had to be extra careful not to make any knocks & bumps in there to avoid disturbing the others haha. I got a cabin which I need to climb up to. The handrail is kinda clunky with an exposed screw at the top. The ladder to climb up could be upgraded to a wider step for easy secure stepping for my foot. If you are not fit, make sure to request for a bottom bunk. Climbing up & down is a mini workout 😅 Morning breakfast is nice. For my 1st day, the lady who served me was nice & respectful. On 2nd day, the guy who served me was kinda moody & not that welcoming but the cereal he made for me is thankfully good 😊

It's very cozy and in a good location. Rooms are small and capsule-hotel style. Clean. Staff speaks english and is helpful. The street area below stays loud through the night.

Great stay, very central, helpful staff

Liked the cubby holes for sleeping and the selection of books.

Everything was good except for the temperature. It was a little too hot.

Love the Book and Bed concept, staff warm, welcoming and efficient, for a hostel the bed cubbies are quiet and private with solid walls and double curtain, separate men and women bathroom and shower stalls thoroughly cleaned daily, easy luggage storage, cafe had nice offerings, nice places to read, work and windows to look out. Great location near Shinjuku station. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay and look forward to returning!