Smile Hotel is a Chain of "business" hotels where the rooms are no frills. A Bed, small counter, a suitcase rack, closet, and bathroom. Under bed storage as well. The rooms are not large but for a solo traveler they are an excellent deal. 2 bed rooms are also available.

The staff speak English, and signs are in English throughout. They are very helpful. They will hold your bags before check-in if you arrive early, and after check out for the day at no extra cost. They provide a wide range of amenities including robes, cotton swabs, shower caps and other toiletries. Coin op washer and dryer and a microwave in the lobby. Staff will make change if you need it. Free Wi-fi and Paid VOD service available. Every floor has vending machines, with floors 3-5 having alcohol vending machines as well.

A thing to note is that all in room AC units and centrally set to heat or cold and are switched twice a year during the spring and fall. You can use the in room dehumidifier's fan functions to help circulate the air as well. The windows do open, but some rooms face the train tracks and can be very loud. The windows keep out all noise when closed.

The location is perfect for those traveling into the city center as it's right next to the JR Asagaya Station with access to both the Chuo Local and Chuo Rapid lines. It's about 12 minutes to Shinjuku on the Chuo Rapid, 15 minutes for the local. The Marunouchi subway line is a short 10 minute walk away for the Minami-Asagaya Station.

There are plenty of restaurants and bars due to the proximity to the station, and the covered shopping district provides plenty of shopping and rtestaurant options. From local bard to fast food chains.

If you are a solo traveler looking for a good location, a good price, and a no frills room, you can't do much better.