Shared Bathroom Room
- 1 Bunk bed
Hotel · Tokyo · Tokyo City Area
Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge - Tokyo
A social, well-run hostel in Tokyo's Kuramae district, with a buzzing café-bar downstairs and a calm sixth-floor lounge for guests.
- Lively café-bar and sixth-floor guest lounge
- Clean dorms and private rooms with thoughtful touches
- Close to Kuramae Subway Station, Asakusa and Tokyo Skytree
8.7
Great
1864 reviews
Booking.com 8.7 · 1864 reviews
About
Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge - Tokyo
Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge brings together a busy ground-floor café-bar and a quieter sixth-floor common area, so you can be social or find some calm. The hostel sits in the Kuramae neighbourhood, a short walk from Kuramae Subway Station and close to the Sumida River, with easy access to Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree and Akihabara.
Rooms range from shared dorms to private doubles and twins, some with river views. Facilities include a shared kitchen, laundry, luggage storage and bike rental. The café-bar serves coffee and food all day, and guests get access to the sixth-floor lounge with kitchen and living space. Bicycles are available for exploring the city on two wheels.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
5 reasons to book- Spotless and well-maintained facilities — Guests repeatedly praise the cleanliness of rooms, bathrooms and showers, with several noting the bathrooms are unusually relaxing for a hostel.
- Friendly, multilingual staff — The team is described as warm, helpful and welcoming, with good English skills and a genuine interest in guests.
- Great social spaces: café-bar and sixth-floor lounge — The ground-floor café-bar is lively and popular for coffee, meals and evening drinks, while the sixth-floor lounge offers a quieter spot to work, chat or relax — both reserved for overnight guests.
- Convenient location for exploring Tokyo — A short walk from Kuramae Subway Station (two lines), with easy access to Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree, Akihabara and both airports. The riverside walk nearby is a highlight.
- Thoughtful amenities and extras — Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen with free soup and spices, laundry facilities, bike rental, luggage storage and power sockets in rooms.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Not close to the main nightlife and shopping districts — The Kuramae area is quieter than central Tokyo, so guests heading to Shibuya, Shinjuku or Ginza need to factor in metro time.
- Rooms can be small — Some guests note the rooms are compact, though functional, with plugs and river views in some cases.
- No pets allowed — The hostel has a strict no-pets policy, which may be a drawback for travellers wanting to bring animals.
- Check-in window is limited — Check-in runs from 16:00 to 23:00, so late-night arrivals may need to plan ahead or arrange alternative access.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Dormitory Room Female only
- 1 Bed in shared room,1 Bed in shared room
Dormitory Room Mixed
- 1 Bed in shared room,1 Bed in shared room
Dormitory Room
- 1 Bed in shared room
Superior Room
Economy Twin Room
- 2 Single beds,1 Bunk bed,1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Standard Double Room
- 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed,1 Single bed
- River view
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Lift
- No smoking on site
- Safe deposit box
Food & Drink
- Coffee shop
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge area
- Shared kitchen
- Welcome drink
Services
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Laundry
- VIP check-in/out
- Fax/Photocopying
Common Areas
- Terrace
- Leisure/TV room
- Board games
- Live entertainment
- Curtains
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.7/10 from 1,864 reviews
Booking.com · 8.7 · 1864 reviews
8.7Verified guest“The location is very handy, close to two subway stations, so getting around the city is easy. The quiet station nearby made travel even simpler. It's also reachable from both airports, which is great for business travellers.”
8.7Verified guest“The hostel felt welcoming and homely, with a cool vibe. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The room and bathrooms were spotless and had everything needed. Being near the subway made exploring easy, and the café-bar downstairs was a lovely spot for a drink in the morning or after a day out.”
8.7Verified guest“The top-floor common room has a well-stocked kitchen. There's a convenient washer/dryer. The café-bar downstairs is lively. It's close to train lines, convenience stores and small restaurants.”
8.7Verified guest“I loved the cosy atmosphere and friendly staff. Great location and a beautiful river walk. Rooms and bathrooms were clean. The common areas with kitchen and living room were nice. Perfect for solo travellers or groups. I'll definitely stay again.”
8.7Verified guest“The café-bar and the sixth floor are reserved for overnight guests. You can work, chat and eat there all day. The vibe is casual but stylish. They have boba tea.”
8.7Verified guest“Amazing staff, clean rooms, cosy beds, a great communal space, and delicious food and coffee. It completely changed my idea of hostels.”
04 — Location
Getting around Tokyo
The property sits in Tokyo.
Kuramae & around: The hostel sits in the Kuramae district, known for its craft shops and coffee culture. A short walk leads to the Sumida River and Kuramae Shrine.
Asakusa: Just across the river, Asakusa is home to Senso-ji temple and the atmospheric Nakamise shopping street – easy to reach on foot or by metro.
Tokyo Skytree: A few metro stops or a pleasant walk away, the Skytree offers city-wide views from its observation decks.
Akihabara: The electronics and anime hub is close by, with the Kuramae station linking directly to Akihabara station.
2-14-13 Kuramae, Tokyo, Tokyo City Area, Japan
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 16:00-23:00
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 26 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 11:00.
Is there a kitchen available for guests?
Yes, there is a shared kitchen, and guests mention it's well equipped with free miso shiro soup and spices.
Can I leave my luggage before check-in?
Yes, some guests note they could drop off their luggage early before official check-in time.
Are pets allowed at the hostel?
No, pets are not allowed at Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge.
Does the hostel have laundry facilities?
Yes, there is a laundry on site – guests mention a convenient washer/dryer.
Is there bike rental available?
Yes, the hostel provides bicycles for rent, which is a great way to explore the Kuramae area and beyond.
The bottom line
A well-run, welcoming hostel that balances social energy with practical comfort – ideal for solo travellers and anyone wanting a genuine Tokyo neighbourhood base.
8.7Based on guest reviews and our own research
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