illi Sun Shimokitazawa

Hotels
8.8 (286 reviews)
3F-6F Sunmonique Shimokitazawa, 2-24-12 Kitazawa , Tokyo , jp

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Spacious rooms
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Musty smell
Limited amenities for larger families

Categories

Cleanliness
7.88
Issues with cleanliness mentioned in multiple reviews, including dirty showers and musty smells.
Service
9.35
Impeccable service mentioned in one review; generally positive sentiments.
Location
9.89
Consistently praised for great proximity to attractions and public transportation.
Room Quality
8.34
Spacious and comfortable room size, but some issues with upkeep mentioned.
Amenities
8.87
Positive remarks about available amenities, though some wished for more completeness.
Value for Money
8.33
Thought to be good value but not ideal for all types of stays, especially for two people.
Food and Beverage
8.88
General mention of nearby dining options although reviews did not focus heavily on this.
Overall Experience
8.85
Overall positive feedback with enthusiasm for potential return visits.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 12:45

Property Description

City Views and Convenient Location
Located in the Setagaya district of Tokyo, illi Shimokitazawa offers stunning city views and is conveniently close to popular attractions such as Shinganji Temple and Kitazawa Hachiman Shrine.

Modern Amenities and Comfortable Stay
The units at illi Shimokitazawa are well-equipped with air conditioning, a microwave, and a fridge, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. The property also features a washing machine, bidet, and private bathrooms with a shower and hair dryer.

Personalized Service and Easy Access
Guests can enjoy private check-in and check-out services at illi Shimokitazawa, along with a lift for easy access to their accommodations. With free WiFi and proximity to Tokyo Camii & Turkish Culture Center, this property is perfect for travelers seeking convenience and comfort.

Book your stay at illi Shimokitazawa now to experience the best of Tokyo!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 286 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.88
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.89
Room Quality: 8.34
Amenities: 8.87
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 8.88
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Andrea extended_group de
9
Hervorragend
Pros:

Die Lage ist hervorragend, direkt an der U-Bahn und außen herum Restaurants, Cafés und Vintage Läden. Wir waren zu viert Familie mit zwei Teenagern 👍👍👍

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Alexandra couple au
8
A great stay and home base when exploring the city!
Pros:

The property was spacious for 2 people, was well equipped and a cool oasis for a muggy summer in Tokyo! The location is primed for exploring the Shimokitazawa area (you’re right at the start of the vintage shops) and super close to the station. I would definitely stay here and at other Illi Sun places going forward and recommend to friends! I also thought it was super well priced compared to other accomodation around Tokyo that we’ve booked. We also had a balcony as we were on the 3rd floor apartment, so that was an added bonus to be able to sit out when the weather cooled down and do some people watching.

Cons:

Echoing a lot of the other comments, it’s crazy how much having a slightly later check in than other properties makes a difference to the flow of the day, especially since it’s unmanned and you have to leave your luggage elsewhere. Leaving our luggage at the nearby bounce was easy as our suitcases were too big to fit in the lockers at the train station. However, We also had a bicycle that we were unable to find anywhere that would store it for us, so my partner was forced to be outside with his expensive bike for the better part of 6 hours in 35 degree heat. This isn’t necessarily a concern of the property, but it is something to consider when you’re travelling as other hotels would be able to store all your luggage no issues.

One other thing I will mention is if you need pitch black to fall asleep, make sure you have an eye mask. As it is a studio apartment and the bedroom area doesn’t close off, the light from the exit sign and fire alarm throws a glow out that could be a problem for some.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Paloma extended_group es
10
De esos sitios que dan pena dejar 🥹✨
Pros:

Una estancia fantástica en todos los sentidos

Nos ha encantado nuestra estancia en Illi Sun. El alojamiento nos ha gustado muchísimo desde el primer momento: es precioso, cuidado al detalle, muy limpio y cómodo. Se nota mucho el mimo en el diseño y en cada pequeño detalle, y tenía todo lo necesario para disfrutar de la estancia.

Aunque no conocimos personalmente al equipo, la comunicación ha sido excelente en todo momento: rápida, clara y muy atenta, lo que hizo que todo resultara muy fácil.

Nos hemos sentido muy a gusto y sin duda ha sido uno de esos alojamientos que hacen que la experiencia del viaje sea todavía mejor. Repetiríamos sin dudarlo y lo recomendamos totalmente.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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ENOMOTO family_with_children jp
6
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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milq solo_traveller jp
10
Pros:

駅から5分くらいで到着し、エレベーターもあり、荷物が多くても楽々でした!
下北沢の駅チカでこのお値段はとても安価です!
ドリンクもお菓子もおいてあり、おもてなしが感じられました。また利用したいです。

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Satoshi couple jp
9
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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STOSI family_with_children jp
8
色々揃っていて居心地が良かったです。
Pros:

施設の整った広い空間に割安価格で宿泊出来たこと

Cons:

風呂テレビが無い。

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Maayan extended_group il
9
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
駿希 couple jp
8
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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YUKI extended_group jp
10
かっこいい
Pros:

部屋がカッコよくて清潔、駅近
歯ブラシとバスタオルとフェイスタオル6セット用意があって良かった
シャワールームも綺麗
大きい机があってよかった

Cons:

テレビはない、3人だと問題ないが1人だと退屈かも

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Chris family_with_children gb
10
Lovely flat in fun lively location. Shame about the check-in and check-out times.
Pros:

Lovely spacious place with balcony.

Cons:

Check in was inflexible - 4pm. Check out was also inflexible at 10am. This meant we had wasted time before being able to access the flat.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth family_with_children dk
9
Pros:

Excellent location for exploring Shimokitazawa. Quite large room, even for European standards. Plenty of space for opening luggage. Great with area to sit and open large window. Comfortable beds. Nice touch with coffee, snack, and water.

Cons:

Forgot that check in is 16 and that this is not a staffed hotel. Needed to store luggage, but found a great fix within a 3 minute walk. Just remember, especially if you are flying in as we did.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Andre couple au
7
Overall loved the location and stay! The staff were very responsive too!
Pros:

The location was amazing right near the Shimo-Kitazawa station. The view was incredible especially at sunset. The laundry was a nice touch plus the amount of towels provided

Cons:

There was a musky smell when we first entered. Once the air con was on and windows open it was fine. For the top bunk, not a lot of air flow so it was harder to sleep up there

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Shauna family_with_children au
8
Such a memorable and fun stay thank you! Can't wait to return to Shimokitazawa again one day soon.
Pros:

Best location! We really appreciated the generous balcony and being right in the centre of Shimokitazawa. Very spacious and clean and no shortage of fun and amazing food right on the door step. Loved it!

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Dara Amelia couple au
10
Pros:

What we loved

A great find in Tokyo, in such a cool area, just two minutes from the train station and the vintage shopping district. We stayed in an apartment on the 5th floor with lovely views over the city.

This company really knows how to impress. Nice touches included ear plugs, chocolate popcorn, and a facial spray and moisturiser in the bathroom. The apartment itself was spacious and really well done.

We only stayed one night on our way out, and wished we'd discovered this place on the way in instead. We'll definitely rebook here.

Two large double beds - bunk beds.

A couple of practical notes: there's no reception, so you log in yourself. You pre-register your passports and get a pin code, so make sure you do this in advance before you arrive on-site. Wifi was good, and there's a washing machine in the apartment too.

Cons:

What we didn't like

Please add some tea options for non-coffee drinkers; only coffee was offered.
Other than that, couldn't fault this place. I've travelled all around the world, and this was amazing. Nice work !!!

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Amelia family_with_children gb
4
Disappointing!
Pros:

Excellent location

Cons:

The property's biggest advantage is its excellent location, but unfortunately it didn't offer good value for money. Although it is advertised as sleeping four people, the sleeping arrangements are misleading. The beds are very small, and the loft room is only really suitable for one person at most. As a result, my teenage children ended up sleeping on the sofas.

The property is also looking quite tired and would benefit from some updating and general refurbishment. Given the price, I expected a much higher standard of comfort and accommodation.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Mats family_with_children se
10
Utomordentligt boende med fantastiskt läge
Pros:

Läget, bekvämligheten och stilen i lägenheten

Cons:

Personal var svår att få tag i och det var svårt att göra sig förstådd

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Tom solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Great location!!! Big room with a nice little kitchen area.
There are tons of shops and restaurants stores right outside the hotel.
1 quick block walk to the trains.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Shu-hui extended_group tw
9
已住第二次, 下次還會再去住
Pros:

地點超讚, 就在車站前, 對面有超市, 下樓就可逛街

Cons:

沒有

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Green family_with_children us
8
Great location, good design, comfi beds, loved it
Pros:

Good design and nice space , balcony

Cons:

Needed a reading lamp on corner table by sofa. Toilet room smelled bad. In a strange way- when we got there and it did not go away.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee