A 10-minute walk from Akihabara Electric Town, Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel open 2021 after renewal offers simple private rooms with an en suite bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and luggage storage is available. Yushima Subway Station is a 1-minute walk and JR Okachimachi Train Station is a 5-minute walk away. Rooms feature air conditioning/heating facilities, carpeted floors, a desk and bunk beds. The private bathroom comes with a toilet and shower. Amenities including towels and toothbrush are available, and bed-making services are not offered. A coin-launderette is on site. The shared lounge has a flat-screen TV. The free-use kitchen comes with a fridge, microwave and electric kettle. Youth Hostel Tokyo Ueno is a 15-minute walk from JR Ueno Train Station and Ueno Park. Ameyoko Shopping Street is a 10-minute walk away and Narita Airport is a 40-minute ride on the Keisei Skyliner from Keisei Ueno Station. Haneda Airport is a 45-minute train ride away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)


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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Tokyo
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See what guests loved the most:

  • João
    Portugal Portugal
    Good value for a family travelling with kids: very convenient, good location, handy common kitchen and very helpful staff. I enjoyed the location with local shops and convenience stores nearby.
  • Jen
    Australia Australia
    It was the most economical option for a family in Tokyo and the communal facilities made up for the small rooms.
  • Viiincent
    Sweden Sweden
    Good location in an area close to many restaurants, a train station, a beautiful park and one of Japans best museums. Quiet rooms with windows you can open. This hostel is perfect for groups of friends or families with teenage children wanting to...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Laundry
  • Lift
  • Heating
  • Luggage storage
  • Air conditioning
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Desk
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules

Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Check-out

From 05:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note amenities including towels are available at extra charges, and bed-making services are not offered.

Please note that the property has a minimum stay requirement. For more information, please contact the property directly.

Directions to the hostel:

From Keisei-Ueno Train Station, take the Main exit. Turn right and walk along Chuo Street bound for Akihabara (not for JR Ueno station) for about 400 metres. At the end of the side-walk, you will find a cafe named "Veloce" on the other side of the street as a landmark. Turn right and go straight for about 100 metres. The property is located opposite Ueno First City Hotel.

From the South Exit of JR Okachimachi Train Station, turn left and walk along the railway bound for Akihabara (not for JR Ueno Station) for about 50 metres. Turn right at the Golf Shop and walk about 100 metres. Cross the street at the intersection of Chuo Street in the same direction. Walk about another 100 metres.

From Yushima Subway Station (Chiyoda Subway Line), go out from Exit 6 and follow the path to your right. Turn right at the first intersection.

Take Keisei Skyliner Train, which offers non-stop service to Keisei Ueno Train Station in about 40 minutes.

Alternatively you can take non-express trains to Keisei Ueno Train Station. Guests can also get off the train at Nippori Station, and transfer to the JR Yamanote Line to Okachimachi Station. JR Okachimachi Station is situated closer to the Hotel.

You can also take JR Narita Express if you have a JR Rail Pass.

Take Monorail to Hamamatsu-cho Station and change to JR Yamanote Line to Okachimachi station.

Take JR Yamanote Line to Okachimachi Station. (6 min.)

Please inform Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

FAQs about Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel

  • Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel is 2.7 miles from the centre of Tokyo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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    • The prices at Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.