Grids Tokyo Akihabara Hotel&hostel

Good location, value price. Friendly staff, clean.

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Value price. Friendly staff, near station.

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Excellent service ! Great staff ! Good location, not too far from the metro (just a few minutes walk) ! Pretty delicious American breakfast ! Bunk bed was comfortable !

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The staff first and foremost. Unlike other stays in Japan, this was a 24/7 hostel in my experience. They were always on hand to help with tourism and with welfare of travellers. The breakfast was very good compared to other budget hostels around Japan. A bit repetitive if you're there a while, but a good selection (salad, meat, cereal, breads). The location is also very good being near Akihabara, which is a must see for tourists looking to explore Kuwaii culture, manga and gaming. Finally, this was the only hostel in my experience that had events. I was sad that my sickness prevented me from joining in their communal dinners and sushi making. Shower and basic facilities were great, including laundry and unlike other hostels, there was space to dry clothes without using tumble dryer

My only complaint here is that the dehumidifier/air conditioning used in the dorms had a greater effect on me than other hostels. Namely a very dry throat in the morning. It didn't help that I had a cold during the first part of my stay. Everything else was great!