GLOU Koiwa Tokyo - Economic APT in a Japanese Local Shopping Street, with Direct Access to Shinjuku & Akihabara

Hotels
南小岩６丁目２５−１３ , Edogawa , jp

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Invoice provided
Free wired internet
Internet access

Review Highlights

Pros:
Very good location — close to station, shops and restaurants
Rooms often described as spacious
Comfortable beds
Clean rooms reported by many guests
Quiet neighborhood for most stays
Convenient on-site laundry mentioned
Easy check-in/out noted by guests
Helpful staff in some cases (e.g., recovering lost wallet)
Cons:
Nighttime noise from neighbors and occasional late loud footsteps/voices
Windows draft and do not fully block light
Heating problems / rooms felt cold for some guests
Missing amenities: no dryer, no cups/mugs, no toilet sprayer requested
Very small bathrooms for families
Hair found on bedding/towels in at least one report
Small staircases / accessibility concerns
Construction noise reported at times

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Rooms are frequently described as clean and spacious, but there are multiple reports of hygiene issues (hair in bed and on towels) and occasional dust/draft around windows.
Service
1
Mixed service feedback: several guests noted helpful, kind staff (e.g., recovering a lost wallet, easy check-in/out), while others reported minimal or no on-site staff.
Location
1
Consistently praised: close to the station (~7–8 min walk), surrounded by shops, restaurants and convenience stores; generally quiet neighborhood with easy access to transit.
Room Quality
1
Many guests found rooms spacious and comfortable with good beds; however some noted small rooms for families, very small washrooms, drafty/light-blocking windows, and occasional noise from neighbors or construction.
Amenities
1
Amenities received several complaints: heating problems, missing items (dryer, cups/mugs, toilet sprayer), occasional lack of expected on-site staff; one positive note about an on-site laundry.
Value for Money
1
Not explicitly discussed in reviews; guests' comments range from 'highly recommended' to mixed due to heating/noise issues, so no clear consensus on value.
Food and Beverage
1
No mentions of hotel food or beverage services in the reviews.
Overall Experience
1
Overall mixed: many guests praised location, cleanliness and comfort and recommended the property, but recurring issues (night noise, heating/cold, missing amenities, occasional cleanliness lapses) tempered overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-04-07 01:21

Property Description

Welcome to GLOU Koiwa Tokyo, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of a vibrant local shopping street, providing unparalleled access to the bustling cities of Shinjuku and Akihabara.

Comfortable Accommodations: Our air-conditioned rooms offer a perfect retreat, featuring private bathrooms and all the essentials, including towels and bed linen for your convenience.

Fully Equipped Kitchenettes: Each unit boasts a kitchenette, complete with a microwave, fridge, and kettle, allowing you to effortlessly prepare meals and snacks during your stay.

Unbeatable Location: Just a short stroll from popular attractions like Zenyoji Temple and Shapo Koiwa Shopping Mall, you'll find everything you need right at your doorstep.

Don't miss out on an unforgettable experience in Tokyo—book your stay at GLOU Koiwa today!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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taihei • solo_traveller • jp
8
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Erika • couple • br
9
Cosy location and clean room!
Pros:

Cosy location, very cleaned room and bathroom. Highly recommend!

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Rohitkumar • family_with_children • au
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything. The rooms were too small for a family of 4.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Chia Ting • extended_group • tw
5
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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natsumi • couple • jp
8
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Eishita • solo_traveller • in
5
Average
Pros:

The location of the property was nice. Very close and walking distance to metro and bus station.

Cons:

The property was way too small for a group of 3 people. There was no provision of warm blankets for cold. No jet was there in the toilet.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Jane • family_with_children • au
8
Pros:

I loved that it was modern, clean, in a quiet area and close to transportations. The beds were very comfortable and towels were a proper size and not hand towels.

Cons:

The table was only big enough for 2 people (we were a family of 8) and it was awkward charging our phones due to placement of power point. The hot water didnt stay hot for long too.

Also, not the room's fault but the family who rented the room across us and above us (same family/friend group), their children were jumping and running up and down the stairs and in their room that we were not able to rest well. Otherwise, a good, comfortable room.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Sara • family_with_children • us
5
It’s clean but have been better if with elevator.
Pros:

Closeby stores.

Cons:

No elevator, have to carry luggage through narrow stairs all the way to 3rd Floor

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Aftab • family_with_children • tw
10
Pros:

Location and room amenities

Cons:

No cleaning or towel change through out the stay

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Funayama • solo_traveller • jp
6
Overall, I had a good time in this room.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The smell of the room.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • family_with_children • us
10
Easy stay at GLOU
Pros:

This location was actually fitting for what we needed. Close to a lot of stores and restaurants for English speakers. I implore future visitors to learn a bit of the language for any issues. We got the code about a few days before and it was easy to get in! We got two large beds and there was tea and snacks to greet us. About a 15 minute walk to the subway and about 40 mins out to Shinjuku, Shibuya and other places in Tokyo.

Cons:

No cons.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Morrison • couple • us
8
Overall enjoyable
Pros:

Close to everything.

Cons:

It was a little tight in restroom.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Dahliani • family_with_children • au
8
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Amy • extended_group • co
10
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Julien • couple • fr
8
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Tatsuhiko • family_with_children • jp
6
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
A
Ahmed • family_with_children • au
7
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Meredith • family_with_children • au
7
Little city stay
Pros:

Was very spacious!

Cons:

That the windows weren't really blocking out any lights. So it was still very bright in the middle of the night. Also neighbors were creating noise at 230am yelling and laughing.

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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EMEL • family_with_children • tr
3
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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ase • couple • jp
10
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee