MUSTARD HOTEL SHIMOKITAZAWA

Hotels
8.5 (3360 reviews)
Setagaya-ku Kitazawa 3-9 , Tokyo , jp

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Room quality could improve
Cleanliness issues noted

Categories

Cleanliness
7.71
The rooms could do with a lick of paint and some areas appeared scruffy.
Service
9.18
The staff is consistently described as kind, helpful, and service-oriented.
Location
9.22
Guests appreciated the well-connected and lively location with easy access to various attractions.
Room Quality
7.67
Rooms varied in quality, with some being small and basic.
Amenities
8.7
Good amenities such as a coffee shop and bar but could benefit from more breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.16
Rooms are generally basic but well-suited for the budget, with concerns about higher expectations on some features.
Food and Beverage
8.71
Breakfast options could be limited but the quality of coffee and food is appreciated.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall satisfaction with a few minor issues that did not strongly impact the guests' stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 08:46

Property Description

Modern Comfort and Convenience

Located in Tokyo, MUSTARD HOTEL SHIMOKITAZAWA offers a unique blend of modern comfort and convenience. With a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout, guests can unwind and stay connected effortlessly.

Multilingual Staff and Local Expertise

Our dedicated staff, fluent in English, Japanese, and Korean, are ready to assist guests with any inquiries and provide valuable insights about the area. Experience top-notch hospitality and personalized service throughout your stay.

Proximity to Popular Attractions

Conveniently situated near Kitazawa Hachiman Shrine, Shosen-ji Temple, and Seiganji Temple, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring Tokyo's cultural gems. Don't miss out on nearby points of interest like Koga Masao Museum of Music and Shinganji Temple.

Book your stay at MUSTARD HOTEL SHIMOKITAZAWA now for a memorable and seamless Tokyo experience.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: HND

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 3360 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.71
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 7.67
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.16
Food and Beverage: 8.71
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Brent solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Great location; nice rooms; great cafe

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Sophie solo_traveller us
3
Big Disappointment
Pros:

It is in a nice location, with proximity to subway lines, trams, and nightlife.

Cons:

The hotel is extremely run down. There is a strong odor in the hallways and in the room we stayed. Carpets and walls in the hallway and in the room are dirty. There are almost no amenities and no room cleaning. Given the state of disrepair, this feels less like an attempt at being eco-friendly, and more about cutting as many corners as possible. I stayed here two years ago and did not recall the hotel to be in this state. If not for the nonrefundable rate, we would have moved hotel the first night. This hotel has the potential to be really nice, but our stay was disappointing.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Meike couple de
8
Hipsterhotel in entspannter Gegend
Pros:

Nicer Style an ruhiger Fußgänger*innen-Zone, zur U-Bahn und zur Gegend mit Shops, Izakayas und Bars nur ein Katzensprung

Cons:

Die Zimmer sind mini. Schuhschachtel. Was man aus Tokyo kennt. Aber es gibt auch keine Haken zum Aufhängen oder ein paar Regalbretter zur Ablage. Die einzige Ablage wird zu 50% durch den Schallplattenspieler blockiert. Nette Idee, aber absolut nicht praktisch. Bei Regen kann man das Fenster nicht öffnen, da es dann direkt auf das Bett regnet :)

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Harrison couple us
8
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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sakiyama solo_traveller jp
3
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Tania solo_traveller mx
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Renata solo_traveller au
10
had a great time, first stop in Tokyo every, loved it
Pros:

great location. very clean and modern

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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susana solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Extra expense for blankets

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Alexander couple au
8
Pros:

Shower was excellent. Beautiful area. Amazing coffee and bar.

Cons:

Not enough storage and lighting was bad

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Nomi solo_traveller de
7
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
גלי couple il
10
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Yuri Miranda couple br
5
O potencial da hospedagem é bom, mas a falta de atenção a detalhes de apresentação, organização e manutenção prejudica a
Pros:

Gostei muito da localização e a o pessoal da recepção são gentis. A localização foi excelente…

Cons:

No geral, minha estadia foi boa, mas, considerando o valor da diária, eu esperava um padrão mais elevado de apresentação e organização.

Um ponto que me chamou bastante a atenção foi a forma como a limpeza é conduzida nos corredores durante o dia. Frequentemente havia carrinhos, aspiradores de pó, toalhas e roupas de cama espalhados ou acumulados nas áreas de circulação, o que transmitia uma sensação de desorganização.

Entendo que a equipe de limpeza precisa realizar seu trabalho, mas me surpreendeu o fato de tudo isso ficar tão exposto aos hóspedes. Isso acabou prejudicando a percepção de qualidade e cuidado com os detalhes. Sinceramente, não esperaria encontrar esse tipo de cenário em um hotel dessa categoria e faixa de preço.

Outro aspecto que me incomodou foi a aparência dos carpetes nos corredores e áreas comuns. Em diversos momentos, tive a impressão de que estavam manchados ou sujos. Não sei dizer se isso fazia parte da estampa ou do desgaste do material, mas visualmente a sensação transmitida não era boa. Isso gerava certa insegurança em relação à limpeza e à conservação do ambiente e impactava negativamente a percepção geral da hospedagem.

Também senti falta de um cofre no quarto. Considero esse um item básico de conforto e segurança, especialmente para hóspedes que viajam com passaportes, documentos, dinheiro ou objetos de valor. Sua ausência me surpreendeu, principalmente considerando a categoria e o valor da hospedagem.

Não é que eu não tenha gostado da hospedagem, mas esses aspectos comprometeram parte da experiência e fizeram com que ela parecesse menos sofisticada do que eu imaginava ao fazer a reserva.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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susana extended_group us
10
If you want to be in a very western hipster enviornment - Mustard is your hotel
Pros:

Mustard is a fine hotel but everything is extra - if you feel cold at night you can get a blanket - but you have to pay for it . Its a very pay to play kind of place and the focus on money is annoying.

Cons:

Blankets when you need them for no fee

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Jiayu solo_traveller tw
8
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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osnat couple il
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Ingrid couple au
8
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Mitsuo couple jp
8
A quiet and restful place where you can relax after a day of activity.
Pros:

The location of the hotel was only a 10-minute walk from the train station. It was located in a quiet residential area.
The local government has been working on beautifying the area and the hotel is located in a green belt walking path with no cars permitted to drive.

Cons:

Maybe for people from abroad is not a big deal, but for us, Japanese, was: there was no TV in the room. It was specially disappointing because we were not able to watch the World Series Soccer match between Holland and Japan.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Dickin solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Angus solo_traveller au
7
A decent value-for-money stay in an excellent location to explore shimo-kitazawa and surrounds.
Pros:

The hotel's location is its biggest draw card. The staff were all lovely. The record borrowing system is a bit fun and a novelty, it is also nice to have a record player in your room for the records you buy on your travels around Tokyo, even if the sound is poor quality. The vibe in the "lobby"/cafe on ground floor is fairly nice (although perhaps a bit overhyped in reviews I'm reading), with many visitors coming to enjoy the above average coffee being served. The room was minimal but provided everything I needed whilst travelling on a relative budget. Pyjamas provided was a nice touch. Being able to open the bedroom window on the second floor was also nice in summer. The bike hire system was really good and I was able to hire a good single speed bike for about 1500 yen for a day (around $1O USD) from the hotel and I would recommend this method of exploring Tokyo. Overall my stay was pretty reasonable value.

Cons:

Whilst it is "clean", the hotel has signs of wear and tear, with some stains on the carpet and many scuffs on the walls and the rooms are very small and tight (Superior double B i stayed in) - okay for one person, potentially claustrophobic for 2. The stark hostel/dormitoryesque hallways and rooms did feel a bit brutalist - not in a good way. The included breakfast consists of a token you can exchange at Sidewalk Coffee Roasters in the lobby on ground floor for your choice of either a bagel with toppings + drink, or a small bowl of granola + drink. Whilst the bagels are pretty good, I would have appreciated a more asian breakfast option (it's hard to escape the obsession with American culture in Tokyo - like no... i don't want a Bagel in Tokyo every morning lol) and imo Eggs are such a vital breakfast item that were missing. The options appeared heavy in gluten and dairy and whilst i didn't ask, not sure if there were alternatives. Having said that, finding somewhere open for breakfast in Tokyo is challenging so it is still probably a good idea to pay for the breakfast! I was just disappointed at the options. Coffee pretty decent though.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Claudio Emilio solo_traveller es
9
Hotel de muy buen ambiente en un barrio muy moderno y cool de Tokio.
Pros:

El mood del hotel es muy moderno. Tienen reproductores de discos de vinilo en las habitaciones y un archivo discográfico de donde elegir para poder escuchar música en la habitación. El personal del hotel es joven y servicial.

Cons:

El estado del hotel , en general, necesita una 'lavada de cara', parece un hotel en el que no cuidan los detalles de la pintura en las paredes, las alfombras, los ascensores.
El estado es muy bueno, pero se nota demasiado la falta de mantenimiento.
Para no ofrecer desayuno en su tarifa, me parece algo caro. Si lo ofreciese, al menos, estaría compensada.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee