16 Hotels in Tokyo That Sleep 4 – or More

Hotels in Japan are generally quite small, as are the beds. This means that if you’re travelling as a larger family, you might find it harder to find rooms that can fit you all in – but here are 16 suggestions in Tokyo to try.

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The Mimaru Chain

Mimaru are THE chain to start your search with when you’re looking for family accommodation in Tokyo – or elsewhere in Japan. Their rooms are large (that’s one above), and they often use facilities like bunk beds to maximise the number of people who can stay in one room. Most of the rooms in their properties sleep four comfortably – by that I mean everyone gets their own single bed, but many of their hotels also have one or two-bedroom apartments if you want even more space.

You’ll find Mimaru properties all over Tokyo, but some that you might particularly want to consider are…

Mimaru Kinshicho

Kinshicho is a very popular location among people in my Facebook groups. Because it’s not a typically ‘touristy’ location, it can be a little bit cheaper than, say, staying in Shinjuku. But it’s still got great transport links. The Mimaru Kinschicho also has a new Pokémon-themed room.

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Mimaru Tokyo Asakusa Station

Fantastic location close to the sights of Asakusa – but also the train that brings you in from Haneda Airport. Some rooms in the hotel also have river views.

The Family Apartment has two single beds next to each other and a set of bunk beds. There’s also a small kitchen area. The property also offers rooms with four single beds and a set of bunk beds.

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Mimaru Suites Nihombashi

Located close to Ningyocho station, which has a direct train link to Haneda airport, this is a very popular location for families looking for somewhere a bit quieter to stay.

This property is particularly good for larger families. The two-bedroom apartment here has two single beds, two bunk beds, and two futons. Parents can even get their own room as two of the beds are in a closed-off area within the room. There’s also a small kitchen.

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I could go on, as there are another 12 Mimaru properties in the Tokyo area, all with plenty of space for your family. To see a full list, check their website or filter by Mimaru on booking.com

Illi Stays

Illi Stays is a boutique hotel chain with many locations around Tokyo. Some of their locations are newly opened. The hotels are small, but the rooms are big! Liberal use of loft-style beds located on sleeping platforms and accessed by ladders allows for four or five people to sleep in the spaces easily.

They say they like to think of their properties as feeling like a home, but with the facilities of a hotel; However, note – some of the locations do not have a formal reception or check-in staff.

The furnishings are quite funky – if you like a 70s retro vibe, you’ll love it – and they’re in all the top locations for tourists, as well as some more hip ones like Shimokitozawa and Azabujuban.

Illi Tas Shinjuku

Located a little bit outside of the busy area of Shinjuku, the illi Tas Shinjuku has rooms with two double beds on the ground level and a third double bed in a loft area.

If you like the idea of staying in Shinjuku, but don’t want to be near the red light district, this is a good option. You can also avoid using Shinjuku Station as it’s near the Shinjuku Gyoenmae subway station.

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Illi Sun Shimokitozawa

It’s not an area you might see mentioned very often, but Shimo, as it’s known, is very close to Shibuya, but is far less busy. It’s no less buzzy though – this is one of Tokyo’s hipster areas with lots of shops, cafes and small bars nearby.

The Comfort Apartment here has two double beds on the downstairs level and two loft beds above. It’s the cheaper of the three illi properties listed, but do read the reviews as some of the latest ones say it does need a lick of paint.

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Illi Tria Shibuya

Located a short walk from Shibuya Station, the superior suite here has three double beds. This is an unmanned location with just one floor allocated to rooms, so do bear that in mind. You will check yourself in.

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One thing to check if you’re traveling as a larger family is that the beds are doubles, not queens or kings – they’d be fine for two kids to bedshare, but you might want to ask them for the exact bed sizes if you’re two adults who like your space.

If you want to see a full list of Illi properties, you’ll find them here or search on booking.com for Illi.

Minn Ueno

Minn is another group of hotels that accommodate larger families. However, be sure to check the room configurations carefully, as some rooms may claim to sleep four or five, but this could require some bed sharing in smaller beds than you’re used to. However, you don’t have to worry about that at the Minn Ueno.

Their 41 square metre family room has – deep breath – two full beds, two twin beds and two sofa beds at your disposal. Cribs and extra beds are not available. I particularly like the way the room layout still manages to give a little privacy to the sleep spaces. If that’s important to you, also look at the Deluxe Family Suite, which has doors you can close on each ‘bedroom’.

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There’s also a small kitchenette if you want to make breakfast in your room or have a family member with food needs that might make it tricky to always eat out.

The hotel is located in Ueno, a five-minute walk from Ueno Station, which makes it very handy if you’re using Narita Airport, as there is a direct train to and from this at Ueno. You’re also close to the busy restaurant area that surrounds the Ueno Ameyoko market.

Kaika Tokyo by SHARE Hotels

This hotel is located in a less touristy area on the Tokyo Skytree side of Asakusa.

It’s a bit different from the others. The Kaika describes itself as a hotel with an ‘art storage facility’, what this means is that there is a lot of art in the hotel, some of it stored behind lock and key, which, if you look at the pictures on the booking sites, is what the weird kind of cage design is all about (it’s not somewhere to leave the kids if they start to bug you!).

It’s not going to be for every family – it’s a bit artsy, and the rooms are quite minimalist – but if that’s your thing, you’ll love it.

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The room that sleeps the most people is laid out in three sets of bunk beds – but considering how small some Japanese beds can be, this might not be unwelcome! They also have rooms for up to four people, containing two standard single beds and a sofa bed or futons, and a loft-style room with two beds downstairs and a sleeping area up a small ladder above them.

Hotel Axas Nihonbashi

The Quadruple rooms in this hotel, located in the Nihonbashi area, offer four individual beds – two on the floor, two in a sleeping area above and a futon-style bed, meaning there’s plenty of room for everyone.

The apartment also has a small kitchen and a dining area if you would like to prepare your own meals during your stay. And a washing machine in the apartment, which is very handy.

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The hotel is in a quiet area, but you are close to Suitengumae Station on the Hanzomon Line, which will take you to Tokyo Skytree one way and Shibuya the other. It’s also just a ten-minute walk to Ningyocho Station, which is on the Asakusa line. The area around Ningyocho station also has plenty of restaurants.

Hotel Pasela Living, Shinjuku

Located on the east side of Shinjuku – but away from the more adult area, this is another popular family hotel among those in the Japan planning groups.

The Family Suite offers a queen bed, two bunk beds and two futons for you to use. There’s also a small kitchen, a washing machine and a small balcony.

Other benefits of this hotel include complimentary water, orange juice, green tea and ice cream – and there’s even karaoke in the room.

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KOKO HOTEL Residence, Asakusa

Koko Hotel Residence have two family-friendly hotels in the Asakusa area.

Asakusa Kappabashi

The standard rooms at this property offer two single beds, a set of bunk beds and a sofa bed – they also have rooms with two beds and three futons. Rooms also include a washing machine. The hotel is located right next to the famous Kappabashi Street.

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Asakusa Tawaramachi

As with the other branch, standard rooms have two single beds, a set of bunk beds and a sofa bed – they also have rooms with two beds and three futons. Rooms also include a washing machine.

This is located very close to Tawaramachi Station, which is on the Ginza line.

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Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

If you want a little more privacy during your stay, you might want to consider a hotel with connecting rooms, and this is a great suggestion.

The Deluxe Connecting room will give you 84 square metres of space in total. As standard, the room sleeps four adults/older children and a baby. It contains four single beds, and an extra crib can be provided. Additional beds for 5-6 people can be made up on request.

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The property also has both an indoor and outdoor pool (open during summer). However, note that those under 16 are not allowed to use the indoor pool; those aged between 3 and 16 can use the outdoor pool at certain times. If you have tattoos, they must be small enough to be covered. There is a fee for using the pools, and some other rules to be aware of. Make sure you read these carefully if you’re booking the hotel for the pool.

Odaiba is a fantastic area to visit with kids as there are so many things to do here with them – Joyopolis, Tokyo’s Legoland Discovery Centre, the amazing Small World and much more – and, if you choose to stay at the Grand Nikko Daiba you have all of this on your doorstep – and the bright lights of Tokyo just a 25 minute train ride away.

Don’t Forget Hostels…

Generally, finding rooms for four or more in Tokyo is not a budget-friendly option, but if you’re looking to keep costs down, consider one of the hostels in Tokyo that offer private rooms. You will have to share a bathroom, and the accommodations may be no-frills, but you’ll pay a lot less than many other hotels on this list. Do remember that some hostels are more social than others, so read reviews carefully to make sure they’re going to suit your family. These seem to have a quieter vibe.

Sakura Hostel Asakusa. Has private rooms that sleep four in bunk beds.

Imano Tokyo Hostel. Has private family rooms that sleep four in bunk beds. It’s just outside the busiest, more adult part of Shinjuku.

Sakura Hostel Jimbocho. Located in Tokyo’s quiet bookshop district, this has private rooms that sleep four in bunk beds.

How Do the Hotels Compare by Price

I don’t put prices on these pieces because things vary so much in Japan. Prices are quoted per person, not by room, and the age of your children can make a difference, so even two groups booking the same room on the same day might pay a different price. Rates by date can change significantly, and you can save a lot if you manage to catch a hotel with a special offer, but the chart below will give you an idea of how the hotels I mention here compare against each other.

On the day I wrote this, I was looking for a room for two adults and three children, aged 11 to 4 (or two children in hotels that only sleep four), for a date three months in the future, and prices varied from AU$1090 down to AU$273.

And that’s it – our guide to hotels in Tokyo that sleep four or more people – comfortably! As I said, the Mimaru Chain alone offers another nine locations to look at, so if you don’t find your perfect spot on this list, take a look at more of their options.

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