Kainoa Guesthouse

Hotels
9.5 (104 reviews)
2-5-2 Higashi-Ikebukuro , Tokyo , JP

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and convenient
Great location near transport and amenities
Comfy rooms with good facilities
Cons:
Mini fridge malfunction
Area not very vibrant

Categories

Cleanliness
9.33
Rooms were clean, and there was a refresh of towels and room cleaning halfway through the stay.
Service
9.8
Hosts were easily contactable and provided detailed instructions. Quick responses noted.
Location
9.84
Close to public transport and various amenities. The area is accessible to major places in Tokyo.
Room Quality
9.29
Lovely room with a spacious bathroom and good amenities including a mini fridge and a large TV.
Amenities
9.32
Good amenities including heating, USB charging and regular cleaning service during the stay.
Value for Money
9.28
Great value for price, with various services well appreciated by guests.
Food and Beverage
9.33
Availabilities of snacks and drinks for self-service, contributing to convenience.
Overall Experience
9.8
Guests expressed strong overall satisfaction with their stay and would recommend the place.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:54

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in the vibrant Toshima district, Kainoa Guesthouse is a stone's throw away from key attractions like Higashi-Ikebukuro Central Park and Ancient Orient Museum.

Modern Amenities
Experience comfort in our 3-star rooms equipped with free WiFi, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Nearby Attractions
Explore the city easily with our close proximity to popular landmarks such as Shusseinari Shrine and Otsuka Mosque.

Book your stay at Kainoa Guesthouse for a memorable Tokyo experience!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 104 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.33
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.84
Room Quality: 9.29
Amenities: 9.32
Value for Money: 9.28
Food and Beverage: 9.33
Overall Experience: 9.8
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Francesco • couple • it
10
Una salvezza
Pros:

Presupposto: venivo da un altro alloggio che era un disastro, piccolo e sporchissimo; e ci siamo spostati su questo nel bel mezzo della nostra vacanza. Che dire, una salvezza.
Abbiamo prenotato in velocità visto l'ottimo prezzo e le ottime recensioni.
Come siamo entrati ci veniva già da piangere, c'era un sacco di spazio, era tutto ordinato, poi abbiamo aperto la porta del bagno, wow. Il letto era comodissimo, i cuscini comodi, la doccia è fantastica. E' fornito di qualsiasi cosa vi possa servire, veramente.
Con il nostro soggiorno di 7gg avevamo anche una pulizia della stanza inclusa. Tornare la sera e trovarla pulita con tutte le lenzuola e asciugamani puliti è fantastico. E' possibile richiedere pulizie aggiuntive per una piccola somma, ma credo che una volta a settimana è già ottimo.
Una delle cose più belle è il "konbini pikachu" all'ingresso nella hall. In pratica è un angolino pieno di cose utili (cibi, acqua, pod per la lavatrice) tutto a 100 yen. Fantastico.
C'è una piccola lavanderia a gettoni a fianco alla struttura, comodissima. Inoltre basta attraversare la via e c'è un fornitissimo 7 Eleven.
E' in mezzo tra la stazione ferroviara di Otsuka e la metro di Shin-otsuka. C'è un pochino da camminare per entrambe ma si parla di qualche minuto massimo.

Cons:

Nulla.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Juan Jesus • couple • es
10
Pretty good place
Pros:

Perfect location, communication.

The room was so big and comfortable.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Théo • solo_traveller • fr
10
Perfect stay
Pros:

Kainoa Guesthouse is definitely better than any hotel you might find arround. You will have plenty of space to rest from your unending walks in Tokyo or to store your additional luggage(s) that you might buy after buying too much random stuff that Tokyo has to offer.
The owner is very nice and available if you have any question.
I will definitely come back next time I am in Tokyo!

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Shiba • solo_traveller • jp
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Tatyana • solo_traveller • ru
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Raffaella • family_with_children • it
10
Camera molto accogliente, perfetta per due/ tre persone o una famiglia di 4 con bambini poccoli. La casa è un monol
Pros:

Camera molto accogliente e pulita. Grande cura nei dettagli. La stanza da bagno con un a doccia enorme ê molto confortevole.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Paul • family_with_children • au
9
Awesome and comfortable experience
Pros:

Firstly, a huge thanks to Nick and Yuko for the wonderful accommodation.
Though we did not meet the hosts, there was constant and extremely clear communication throughout our stay. We managed to find the place easily with the clear directions provided by the hosts, and we were also able to check-in into the room quite easily. Having landed very late in the night, and considering we had a 12-year old and it was our first time in Japan, this was the part that we were most worried about - but again, thanks to Yuko and Nick, this turned out to be a piece of cake
The room was clean. The beds were neat and comfortable. The bathroom was spacious and clean with sufficient towels and toiletries as well
We had a complementary cleaning done for our room since we stayed for a week. This happened during the middle of our stay and, to be honest, we were pleasantly surprised by the offer and are extremely thankful as well
The train stop was just a 5 min walk and Otsuka station was just a 10 min walk. Made it very convenient for travel
Convenience stores were nearby and it helped to stock up on water and snacks. There were a couple of nice restaurants nearby as well - just a 5 min walk away. More options were available near Otsuka station (including McDonalds) and hence this made it very convenient as well
Coin laundry facilities were close by too

A unique thing that I found was that the hosts had kept a stock of essentials in the lobby - including water, snacks and laundry detergent. You just had to pickup whatever you needed, and then drop the money to "pikachu" (which was the coin box)! This is a wonderful initiative and is extremely helpful for new travellers like me who landed so late in the night.

Overall it was a fabulous experience and they absolutely lived up to the wonderful feedback and reviews that are posted on this platform. Thanks once again Yuko and Nick, and if we come back to Tokyo, its an absolute no-brainer as to where we were going to stay!

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Federico • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

Posizione comoda ai mezzi di trasporto.. Zona tranquilla e poco affollata. Disponibilità di negozi aperti h24. Camera pulita

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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NURIA • extended_group • es
10
Better than expected, perfect experience
Pros:

Everything! Staff so attenttive and helpful

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Jenny bee hoon • extended_group • my
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Léo • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • nl
10
Ideaal
Pros:

Schoon, locatie, zeer degelijk en genoeg faciliteiten.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Andy Vincent • solo_traveller • jp
10
Pros:

It met all my expectations.

Cons:

The place only missed a full-size mirror (probably more of a preference for me), but that's pretty much it.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Xiang • solo_traveller • cn
10
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
昭吾 • solo_traveller • jp
8
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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CHIHCHIEH • solo_traveller • tw
10
Pros:

在JR大塚站及池袋太陽城的中間,房間大小可以說是近期去日本住到最大的!非常舒服乾淨
微波爐、餐具、衣架等等一應俱全~下次再去東京一定會優先考慮~

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Elisa • family_with_children • it
9
Piacevole soggiorno
Pros:

Appartamento semplice ma molto funzionale e pulito, zona comoda con la stazione di otsuka. Il secondo letto (aggiuntivo) era comodo. Host pronta e gentile nel fornire informazioni e facilitazioni. Ottima esperienza!

Cons:

Nulla

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Rocío • couple • es
10
muy tranquilo y cómodo, cercano a la estación y centro.
Pros:

muy cómodo, amplio y baño en perfecto estado y reformado. camas cómodas. ubicación tranquila y cerca de la estación para llegar al centro... además los propietarios nos guardaron maletas hasta irnos al aeropuerto, lo que nos ayudó mucho.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Thang • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Aman • solo_traveller • gb
10
Amazing stay would recoomend.
Pros:

Great location and great room, had an excellent stay at kainoa guesthouse. Would recommend for those going on holiday in tokyo. Room was clean and very spacious!

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee