Toyoko INN Yokohama Sakuragicho — Hotel in Yokohama

For non-Japanese travelers, the Toyoko Inns are a bit of a hidden value. Toyoko doesn't try to be more than what it is designed to be: a cheap, convenient, very clean business hotel and should be evaluated as such. The breakfast is basic but with really nice touches, like various musubi's in addition to rice from a rice cooker. It is not designed for the Western traveler but if you want to experience what is basic sustenance to start your day for Japanese, you won't find a better price for a hotel and free breakfast. As for this specific location, the reason I gave it a 4 rather than a 5 is that it is not as easy to find for foreigners. The hotel sign is not in English except for a small sign right over the front entrance. Google maps on your smart phone are essential here. It is a more like a 10 min walk with traffic lights from the JR station. However, the hotel is close to Minato Mirai and within a comfortable 30 min walk to Chinatown. A leisurely walk to the end of Yamashita Park is about 45 min with lots of sights to see. There was a staff that spoke good English and all staff are very courteous and helpful. Even in a bargain hotel, you will find traditional "omotenashi". If you haven't stayed at a Toyoko before, note that the beds are hard, intentionally so in order to have enough space under the bed to put your suitcase, unless it is a...

For non-Japanese travelers, the Toyoko Inns are a bit of a hidden value. Toyoko doesn't try to be more than what it is designed to be: a cheap, convenient, very clean business hotel and should be evaluated as such. The breakfast is basic but with really nice touches, like various musubi's in addition to rice from a rice cooker. It is not designed for the Western traveler but if you want to experience what is basic sustenance to start your day for Japanese, you won't find a better price for a hotel and free breakfast. As for this specific location, the reason I gave it a 4 rather than a 5 is that it is not as easy to find for foreigners. The hotel sign is not in English except for a small sign right over the front entrance. Google maps on your smart phone are essential here. It is a more like a 10 min walk with traffic lights from the JR station. However, the hotel is close to Minato Mirai and within a comfortable 30 min walk to Chinatown. A leisurely walk to the end of Yamashita Park is about 45 min with lots of sights to see. There was a staff that spoke good English and all staff are very courteous and helpful. Even in a bargain hotel, you will find traditional "omotenashi". If you haven't stayed at a Toyoko before, note that the beds are hard, intentionally so in order to have enough space under the bed to put your suitcase, unless it is a...

a couple of minor problems, but not specifically for this hotel per se. I was alone and was visiting a friend in Yokohama. When he came to pick me up, I told him to come to my room and we could have a beer while I finished getting ready. He told me he couldnt come up. ( it was daytime,not after midnight or whatever. ) He was happy to wait, but I couldnt accept this. I called the desk and told them I wanted him to come up. sorry. I went to the lobby to ask why and explain it was only for 20 minutes. still no. I understand it is their policy but I definitely do not agree.||Other than this, GREAT location, steps from subway. Minato Mirai is also a short walk. The stadium is very close as well.||Room was very small but clean and great price. ||Excellent location||One night I was drinking a bit ( a lot) and got lost walking back to hotel. It was raining pretty hard and I walked the wrong way without an umbrella for quite awhile, i didnt care I was happy wandering around. When I finally made it back after maybe an hour I was soaking wet and probably looked a mess. As soon as I walked in the lobby, I was warmly greeted and a girl ran to me with a towel! ...