12 Shinjuku Budget Hotels: Find the Right Fit

Shinjuku is one of the first places people come across when they search for somewhere to stay in Tokyo. The transport connections are excellent, the hotels cover every price point, and the area has the energy many travellers picture when they think of the city.

We have been visiting Shinjuku regularly since 2015 and have stayed at four hotels in the area. Over that time, we have stayed in nearly 40 Tokyo hotels at all different price points. We have a clear picture of how each part of Shinjuku feels to stay in, and which budget options suit different people’s needs.

Budget hotels in Shinjuku mean small rooms. At the low end, you are looking at 9–12 sq m (95–130 sq ft): enough for a bed, a narrow desk, and a bag you have not fully unpacked. Move up slightly, and you are in the 13–18 sq m (140–195 sq ft) range, where most of the higher-rated hotels in this guide sit. If you are planning to spend much time in your room, the smaller rooms will feel very cramped. If you plan to be out most of the day and come back to sleep, they work fine.

This guide covers the three parts of Shinjuku where budget hotels are found: Kabukicho, Shinjuku Gyoenmae, and West Shinjuku. If you are open to dorms or capsule-style accommodation, we also cover Shinjuku hostels and capsule hotels in Shinjuku in separate articles.

For all accommodation types and price points across the area, see our main Where to Stay in Shinjuku guide.

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Shinjuku Budget Hotels – At a Glance

Shinjuku’s budget hotels are not all equal, and the zone you choose affects your stay as much as the hotel itself. These are our top picks across the three areas. Our full guide below covers 11 properties with room sizes, walk times, and what each one gets right and wrong.

• Via Inn Shinjuku: The highest-rated budget hotel in this guide and our top overall pick for Kabukicho. The twin rooms give two people more floor space than almost any other budget hotel in this zone. Click here to check out and book.
• Super Hotel Shinjuku Kabukicho: The budget hotel with the most included. Carbonated public bath, free breakfast, and a welcome bar each evening set it apart from every other budget option in Shinjuku. Click here to check out and book.
• Toyoko Inn Tokyo Shinjuku Gyoenmae: The quietest budget option in this guide. One minute from the station, close to Shinjuku Gyoen park, and well away from Kabukicho’s streets. Free breakfast included. Click here to check out and book.
• Shinjuku Washington Hotel: The strongest budget pick for West Shinjuku. Airport limousine buses at the door, 17 dining options in the connected building, and quieter streets than Kabukicho. Click here to check out and book.
• Shinjuku Granbell Hotel: The only budget hotel in this guide with genuine design character. Twenty-eight room types styled by different artists, and a rooftop bar overlooking Kabukicho. Click here to check out and book.
• Keio Presso Inn Shinjuku: The most stripped-back option in West Shinjuku. No extras, low rates, and close to Nishi-Shinjuku Station on the Marunouchi Line. Click here to check out and book.

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How Shinjuku Budget Hotels Compare to Other Tokyo Areas

Budget hotels in Shinjuku cost more than equivalent rooms in Asakusa or Ueno. You are paying for the transport connections and the central location, not the rooms themselves. The hotel rooms in Shinjuku are the same size or smaller than you would find elsewhere for less.

• Asakusa. The highest concentration of quality budget hotels outside Shinjuku, at lower average rates. Traditional streets close to Senso-ji temple, the Sumida River, and Tokyo Skytree. Good for first-time visitors drawn to traditional Tokyo streets and temples. Trade-off: longer rides to west-side nightlife and Shinjuku.
• Ueno / Okachimachi. High budget hotel density with great transport connections. Close to Ueno Park with the zoo, and several large museums. Good for families and travellers with early or late trains. Trade-off: less character at street level than Asakusa.
• Akihabara / Asakusabashi. Medium budget hotel density with straightforward central rail access. Pop culture streets and a local feel away from the main electronics shops. Good for anime and electronics fans. Trade-off: less to see and do outside the main streets.

If keeping costs low is the main priority, Asakusa and Ueno give more for the money.

Another way to save money is by staying in dorms or capsule hotels in Shinjuku. We cover Shinjuku hostels and capsule hotels in Shinjuku in separate articles.

What to Expect from Budget Hotels in Shinjuku

Budget rooms in Shinjuku range from tight to functional, and that difference shows up every day of your stay. Room and bed size matter as much as the nightly rate. Checking both before you book can prevent a disappointing stay.

At the low end, 9–12 sq m (95–130 sq ft) gives enough space for a bed and not much else. Large suitcases stay partly packed on the luggage rack, and beds in this range are often 110–122cm (43–48 in) wide, much narrower than a standard Western double.

Move up to 13–18 sq m (140–195 sq ft) and the experience changes. Most of the better-rated hotels in this guide have rooms in this size range. There is room to open a suitcase on the floor, beds are typically 140cm (55 in) or wider, and the room feels less cramped.

Most budget hotels in Shinjuku include free Wi-Fi and on-site coin laundry. Super Hotel and Toyoko Inn include free breakfast. Super Hotel also has a carbonated public bath and a welcome bar each evening, which few budget hotels in Tokyo have. No hotels in this guide have a kitchen or cooking facilities.

Japanese Hotel Bed Widths

Here is how the most common bed widths in this guide compare to standard bed sizes in Australia, the US, and the UK.

Japanese width	Closest equivalent	Australia	United States	United Kingdom
85cm (33 in)	Narrow single	—	—	Small single (75cm)
100cm (39 in)	Small single	Single (92cm)	Twin (38 in)	Single (90cm)
110cm (43 in)	Single	Single (92cm)	Twin (38 in)	Single (90cm)
120cm (47 in)	Small double	—	—	Small double (120cm)
140cm (55 in)	Double	Double (138cm)	Full/Double (54 in)	Double (135cm)
160cm (63 in)	Queen	Queen (153cm)	Queen (60 in)	King (150cm)

Budget hotels in Shinjuku most commonly have double beds measuring 120–140cm (47–55 in). A 140cm bed is close to a standard double in Australia, the US, and the UK. Two adults can share one, but both will notice the difference compared to a queen. A 120cm small double is much tighter.

Bed widths of 110cm (43 in) or less should be treated as a single bed, regardless of what the booking page says. An 85cm bed has no equivalent in Australia and the USA, and is uncomfortable even for one person of average build.

Where Shinjuku’s Budget Hotels Are Located

Budget hotels in this guide are located in three of Shinjuku’s four zones. For full descriptions of each zone and how each part of Shinjuku feels at different times of day, see our Where to Stay in Shinjuku guide.

Kabukicho is Shinjuku’s entertainment district: neon signs, Golden Gai’s narrow bar alleys, late-night ramen, and streets that stay busy until the early hours. After dark, the blocks near Okubo Park shift toward adult entertainment. It suits solo travellers and pairs who want immediate access to nightlife and do not need quiet streets to sleep.

South East Shinjuku is a quieter option on the southeast edge of Shinjuku. One budget hotel sits here, close to Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden and the Marunouchi Line. It is a noticeably calmer area.

West Shinjuku is the corporate skyscraper district on the far side of the station. Streets are quiet after business hours, airport limousine buses stop at several hotels, and Tochomae Station on the Oedo Line connects directly to Roppongi, Tsukiji, Ueno, and Ryogoku without going through the main station. The budget options here suit travellers who want calm evenings and easy access to the airport.

See the map below to get a better understanding of where each zone is located.

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Budget Hotels in Kabukicho

Kabukicho has the highest number of budget hotels in Shinjuku. You are close to the entertainment district, Golden Gai, and to some of the best late-night dining in Tokyo, but the streets are never fully quiet, and parts of the area are not comfortable for everyone after dark. For solo travellers and pairs planning to be out late, the location works well.

See the map below to learn where each of our recommended Kabukicho budget hotels is located.

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1. Via Inn Shinjuku

Via Inn is the highest-rated budget hotel in this guide and the strongest all-round pick in Kabukicho. The corner twin rooms give two travellers enough floor space to unpack a large suitcase and move around the room. The Via Inn Singles layout fits two people using a movable bench sofa alongside the main bed, a workable option for pairs on a tight budget.

• Single: 13 sq m (140 sq ft) / 1 person / 140cm wide (55 in) bed
• Via Inn Singles: 13 sq m (140 sq ft) / 2 people / 140cm wide (55 in) bed + movable bench sofa
• Hollywood Twin: 15 sq m (160 sq ft) / 2 people / 100cm wide (39 in) beds ×2
• Twin: 18 sq m (195 sq ft) / 2 people / 100cm wide (39 in) beds ×2 / corner rooms

Walk: About 10 min from JR Shinjuku Station (East Exit), or 8 min from Higashi-Shinjuku Station (Toei Oedo Line and Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line).
Book: View Via Inn Shinjuku on Booking.com

2. Super Hotel Shinjuku Kabukicho

The extras are what set Super Hotel apart from other budget options in Kabukicho. The carbonated public bath functions like a small onsen. Free breakfast and a free welcome bar each evening are also included. The room itself is compact. 12 sq m (130 sq ft) is fine for a solo traveller but small for a couple, so treat it as a place to sleep rather than somewhere to spend time.

• Standard Double: 12 sq m (130 sq ft) / 1–2 people / 140cm wide (55 in) bed
• Connecting rooms available: 24 sq m (260 sq ft) combined / up to 4 people
• Free breakfast buffet · Carbonated public bath · Welcome bar 5–9 pm · Coin laundry

Walk: About 8–10 min from JR Shinjuku Station (East Exit).
Book: View Super Hotel Shinjuku Kabukicho on Booking.com

3. Shinjuku Granbell Hotel

Granbell is the only budget-priced hotel in this guide where the room design is a reason to book. Twenty-eight room types styled by artists from Japan and overseas mean no two rooms look the same, including at the economy end of the range. The hotel sits on a quieter block near Higashi-Shinjuku Station, with less street noise than the other Kabukicho properties in this guide. A 13th-floor rooftop bar overlooks the area.

The range of room types at Shinjuku Granbell Hotel extends well beyond budget rates, with loft rooms featuring 3.6m ceilings and private gardens, executive rooms from 19–43 sq m (205–465 sq ft), and four suites on the 17th floor from 60–62 sq m (645–670 sq ft).

• Singles: 13 sq m (140 sq ft) / 1 person / 120cm (47 in) bed
• Double rooms: Economy 15 sq m (160 sq ft) / 140cm (55 in) bed; Superior 17–18 sq m (185–195 sq ft) and Deluxe 23 sq m (250 sq ft) / 160cm (63 in) bed / 2 people throughout
• Twin rooms: Economy Twin 17 sq m (185 sq ft) / 85cm (34 in) beds ×2; Standard Twin 19 sq m (205 sq ft) / 110cm (43 in) beds ×2 / 2 people
• Universal room: 23 sq m (250 sq ft) / wheelchair accessible / 120cm (47 in) bed
• Rooftop bar (13F) · Breakfast available, not included · Coin laundry · Self check-in kiosks

Walk: About 5 min from Higashi-Shinjuku Station (Toei Oedo Line and Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line), or 10–12 min from JR Shinjuku Station (East Exit).
Book: View Shinjuku Granbell Hotel on Booking.com

4. Toyoko Inn Tokyo Shinjuku Kabukicho

Toyoko Inn Kabukicho is the quietest of the Kabukicho properties in this guide, positioned on the northeastern edge closer to Shin-Okubo’s Korean food street than to the main entertainment blocks.

Standard rooms are tight for two people sharing, but the Deluxe Twin gives considerably more floor space for travellers who need it. Free breakfast is included across all room types.

• Economy Single: 11 sq m (120 sq ft) / 1 person / 110cm (43 in) bed
• Single / Economy Double: 12 sq m (130 sq ft) / 1–2 people / 140cm (55 in) bed
• Twin: 14 sq m (150 sq ft) / 2 people / 110cm (43 in) beds ×2
• Double: 14 sq m (150 sq ft) / 2 people / 160cm (63 in) bed
• Deluxe Twin: 30 sq m (325 sq ft) / 2 people / 140cm (55 in) + 120cm (47 in) beds
• Free breakfast · Coin laundry · 24-hour front desk

Walk: About 10-12 minutes from Shinjuku Station.
Book: View Toyoko Inn Tokyo Shinjuku Kabukicho on Booking.com

5 to 7. Hotel Livemax Shinjuku (Kabukicho, Meijidori, Shinjuku East)

Three Livemax properties sit in and around Kabukicho, and all are rated well below other hotels in this guide. Rooms are 9–11 sq m (95–120 sq ft) with narrow beds, and the streets near at least one property are uncomfortable at night. Most travellers will do better by spending a little more and choosing another hotel.

• Hotel Livemax Shinjuku Kabukicho: 5 min from Higashi-Shinjuku Station (East Shinjuku Exit)
• Hotel Livemax Shinjuku Kabukicho Meijidori: On Meiji-dori, same general area
• Hotel Livemax Shinjuku East: East of the main Kabukicho area, close to Higashi-Shinjuku Station
• Room sizes across all three: 9–11 sq m (95–120 sq ft) / narrow double beds

Budget Hotels in South East Shinjuku

One budget hotel sits in this part of Shinjuku. The streets around South East Shinjuku are quieter than Kabukicho. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is a short walk, and the Marunouchi Line connects directly to central Tokyo. If Kabukicho’s energy is not what you are after, this is the quietest budget option in the guide.

See the map below to learn where our South East Shinjuku budget hotels are located.

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8. Toyoko Inn Tokyo Shinjuku Gyoemmae

The Toyoko Inn at Shinjuku Gyoemmae is one minute from the station exit, making it the closest hotel to a station entrance in this guide. The area is calmer than Kabukicho, with Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden about 8 minutes away on foot.

The main trade-off is the distance to JR Shinjuku Station: most guests will use the Marunouchi Line at Shinjuku Gyoemmae Station to connect to Shinjuku Station rather than walking.

• Standard Single: 12 sq m (130 sq ft) / 1 person / 140cm (55 in) bed
• Standard Double / Twin: 14 sq m (150 sq ft) / 1–2 people
• Free breakfast included · Coin laundry · Self check-in kiosks · Rain shower

Walk: About 2 min from Shinjuku Gyoemmae Station (Marunouchi Line), or about 15 min on foot from JR Shinjuku Station.
Book: View Toyoko Inn Tokyo Shinjuku Gyoenmae on Booking.com

Budget Hotels in West Shinjuku

West Shinjuku’s budget hotels suit travellers who want quieter evenings and easy airport access rather than being close to nightlife. The skyscraper district empties after business hours.

Tochomae Station on the Oedo Line is within walking distance of all three properties, which connects directly to Roppongi, Tsukiji, Ueno, and Ryogoku without going through the main station.

See the map below to learn where budget hotels are located in West Shinjuku.

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9. Shinjuku Washington Hotel

At 1,281 rooms, the Washington is the largest hotel in this guide, which means availability when smaller properties are full. Airport buses to both airports stop at the door, it has underground access to Shinjuku Station, a 24-hour FamilyMart is inside the building, and a 25th-floor restaurant overlooks West Shinjuku. Single rooms are slightly larger than those in most Kabukicho budget hotels. It has some double room options that offer more floor space than most Kabukicho budget hotels, but you will pay more.

• Single: 13 sq m (140 sq ft) / 1 person / 140cm (55 in) bed
• Double: 13–20 sq m (140–215 sq ft) / 2 people / 140–160cm (55–63 in) bed
• Twin: 17–20 sq m (180–210 sq ft) / 2 people / 110cm (43 in) beds ×2
• Triple: 24–27 sq m (260–285 sq ft) / 3 people / 110cm (43 in) beds ×3
• Women-only floor (premium ReFa hair-care amenities, DHC toiletries) · Airport buses at door (Haneda and Narita) · 24-hour FamilyMart · 25F restaurant · Coin laundry (1F)

Walk: About 8-10 min from JR Shinjuku Station, or about 5-7 min from Tochomae Station (Oedo Line).
Book: View Shinjuku Washington Hotel on Booking.com

10. Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex

The Annex connects directly to the main Washington building, giving guests access to its restaurants, 24-hour FamilyMart, and airport limousine buses without going outside. Single rooms are bigger than most Kabukicho budget hotels, as are the double and twin rooms.

• Standard Single: 14 sq m (155 sq ft) / 1 person / 120cm (47 in) bed
• Double rooms: Standard 16 sq m (165 sq ft) / Deluxe 20 sq m (215 sq ft) / 2 people / 140cm (55 in) bed throughout
• Basic Twin: 18 sq m (190 sq ft) / 2 people / 100cm (39 in) beds ×2
• Standard Twin: 25 sq m (270 sq ft) / 2 people / 110cm (43 in) beds ×2; Wide Bed version 140cm (55 in) beds ×2
• Triple: 25 sq m (270 sq ft) / 3 people / 100cm (39 in) beds ×3 · Airport limousine buses at door (Haneda and Narita) · Coin laundry (2F)

Walk: About 8-10 min from JR Shinjuku Station, or about 5-7 min from Tochomae Station (Oedo Line).
Book: View Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex on Booking.com

11. Hotel Mystays Nishi-Shinjuku

Hotel Mystays Nishi-Shinjuku sits on quieter streets between the station and the Metropolitan Government Building, close to Nishi-Shinjuku Station on the Marunouchi Line. The location suits travellers who want West Shinjuku’s calm evenings. Standard rooms are compact but functional. The Panoramic terrace rooms on the top floor push into more expensive territory.

• Single / Semi-Double: 11–13 sqm (120–140 sq ft) / 1–2 people / 120cm (47 in) bed — tight for two
• Double: 14 sqm (150 sq ft) / 2 people / 140cm (55 in) bed
• Twins: 16–22 sqm (170–235 sq ft) / 2 people / 110–120cm (43–47 in) beds × 2; Superior View rooms have city views
• Panoramic with Terrace: 37 sqm (400 sq ft) / 2–3 people / 120cm beds × 2; Triple adds 110cm extra bed
• On-site restaurant (breakfast not included) · Coin laundry · No public bath

Walk: About 7–8 min from JR Shinjuku Station (West Exit), or 3–4 min from Nishi-Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line).
Book: View Hotel Mystays Nishi-Shinjuku on Booking.com

12. Keio Presso Inn Shinjuku

Keio Presso is the most stripped-back option in West Shinjuku: no breakfast, no public bath, nothing extra. Most rooms are 12 sq m (130 sq ft) with a 122cm (48 in) bed, narrower than the beds at other hotels in this guide and uncomfortable for two people sharing. The Twin room is the better choice for pairs, with a bed each and more floor space than the standard rooms.

• Single: 12 sq m (130 sq ft) / 1 person / 122cm (48 in) bed
• Semi-double: 12 sq m (130 sq ft) / 1–2 people / 122cm (48 in) bed
• Double: 12 sq m (130 sq ft) / 1–2 people / 140cm (55 in) bed
• Twin: 15 sq m (160 sq ft) / 1–2 people / 103cm (41 in) beds ×2
• Universal Twin: 24 sq m (260 sq ft) / accessible room / 103cm (41 in) beds ×2
• No breakfast · Coin laundry on site

Walk: About 10 minutes from Tochomae Station, or about 8-10 min from JR Shinjuku Station.
Book: View Keio Presso Inn Shinjuku on Booking.com

Final Thoughts

For most budget travellers, Kabukicho has the most budget hotels to choose from. Via Inn is the top pick if room quality and space matter. Super Hotel is the right choice if you want extras: the public bath and free breakfast alone are good reasons to book.

If Kabukicho’s energy is not what you are after, Toyoko Inn Gyoemmae is the quietest option in this guide and the only property with a station entrance one minute away.

In West Shinjuku, the Washington Hotel is the practical pick. The airport bus access and 17 connected dining options make it more useful than the rates alone suggest. Keio Presso suits travellers who want the lowest possible rate in West Shinjuku with no interest in extras.

The Livemax properties are the last option, not the first. If price is the only deciding factor and nothing else fits your budget, they will cover that need. For most travellers, the small price difference to a Toyoko Inn or Via Inn room is worth paying.

For mid-range options in Shinjuku, see our Shinjuku mid-range hotels guide. For the full picture across all budgets, see Where to Stay in Shinjuku.

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