HomeikanvsSukeroku no Yado Sadachiyo
Both hotels are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Sukeroku No Yado Sadachiyo scores marginally better than Homeikan. Sukeroku No Yado Sadachiyo ranks #41 in Tokyo with praise from 7 reviewers such as Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler and DK Eyewitness.
Homeikan
5-10-5 Hongo, Bunkyo, Tokyo 113-0033
From $135/night
- Hot Tub
- Air Conditioning
- Refrigerator
Concierge
"The rooms are all Japanese-style... either "ordinary" for budget travelers or the marginally more expensive "authentic and traditional." Opt for the latter."
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Homeikan also offers massage services, as well as Japanese breakfasts and dinners on request.
Lonely Planet
"Atop a slope in a quiet residential neighbourhood, the venerable Hōmeikan is a beautifully crafted wooden ryokan." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Designated as an “important cultural property” is this atmospheric old wooden ryokan with a Japanese garden."
Time Out
"This wonderful old ryokan in the sleepy streets of Hongo looks just like a Japanese inn ought to: wooden, glass-fronted and with an ornamental garden at the front." Full review
Frommer's
"This lovely place is my number-one choice if you want to experience an authentic, traditional ryokan in a traditional neighborhood." Full review
Sukeroku no Yado Sadachiyo
2-20-1 Asakusa, Taito, Tokyo Prefecture 111-0032
From $137/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Multilingual
- Air Conditioning
- Fax / photocopying
- Baggage storage
Rough Guide
"Step back into Edoera Asakusa in this delightful old inn."
DK Eyewitness
"A sophisticated, modern Japanese inn located just five minutes from the Senso-ji Temple. Japanese-style rooms come in different sizes."
Time Out
"This smart, modern ryokan is wonderfully situated five minutes’ walk from Asakusa’s temple." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located in the city's historic district, this traditional inn features rooms that are outfitted with tatami mats, low tables, and futon bedding." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Not for those who get culture shock, but an affordable example of the traditional *ryokan*." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Gorgeously maintained tatami rooms are spacious for two people, and all come with modern, Western-style bathrooms." Full review
Frommer's
"Located in the heart of Asakusa's traditional neighborhood... A great choice for those wishing to experience a bit of old Edo in the modern metropolis." Full review