In the heart of Shinjuku, UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel offers a cozy retreat with continental breakfast and high-speed in-room WiFi. Unwind at the coffee shop or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. The multilingual staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Isetan Department Store Shinjuku - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Shinjuku Isetan - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Samurai Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Omoide Yokocho - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Haneda Airport (HND) - 48 min drive
Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) - 83 min drive
Seibu-Shinjuku Station - 16 min walk
Shinjuku Station - 16 min walk
Yoyogi Station - 20 min walk
Shinjuku-gyoemmae Station - 7 min walk
Shinjuku-sanchome Station - 7 min walk
Higashi-shinjuku Station - 10 min walk
Restaurants
ケンタッキーフライドチキン - 3 min walk
カフェ・ベローチェ - 3 min walk
カレー王国 けらら - 4 min walk
CaveX - 5 min walk
MIRIton cafe - 4 min walk
About this property
UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel
At UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Tokyo Imperial Palace and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, National Stadium and Waseda University are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Shinjuku-gyoemmae Station is 7 minutes and Shinjuku-sanchome Station is 7 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
23 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Television in common areas
Lockers available
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
More
In-room safe
Mobile key entry
Special features
Dining
Shisha bar - Onsite bar.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Are there restaurants at or near UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Shisha bar.
What's the area around UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel like?
UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel is in Shinjuku, a short 7-minute walk from Shinjuku-gyoemmae Station and 14 minutes' walk from Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast options were great and sufficient to power through the morning. (6 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2026
Clean room and bathrooms, and the free breakfast and luggage storage were great amenities as well. Would absolutely recommend for a short term stay in Shinjuku.
Eric
Eric, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2026
Great sleeping area
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2025
Great location, very social, and amazing staff!!
serina
serina, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 13, 2026
Friendly staff, friendly guests, very social.
The beds could be better soundproofed because there’s a gap at the top, but otherwise great experience.
Free breakfast was awesome as well.
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2025
Smooth check-in, cozy facility, and friendly staff.
Thanks
Norihiko
Norihiko, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 28, 2025
Rented a family room. Room was clean, shower room was clean, staff was courteous, good location.
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
One of the best hostels I have stayed at. It's the perfect balance of social and private. Great location.
Nishita
Nishita, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2025
Wonderful stay ladies dorm was clean friendly people every where check in was a breeze😎
Nichole
Nichole, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2025
Met some really great people, great staff, really good atmosphere and roomier than I was expecting pods (I’m 6’0).
Montanna
Montanna, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2025
This was the best place! Location was perfect, everything was clean and cozy, I felt like my sleeping area had plenty of room, there was always hot water, and the included breakfast was solid. I felt like I could be social if I wanted to be, but I didn't have to be, and the vibes overall were just perfect. I stayed in a few different hostels on this trip, and this was my fave.
Christine
Christine, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2025
I love the lobby area nothing but vibes staff is nice and you meet lots of people😁
Nichole
Nichole, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2025
Great staff; respectful of lovely neighborhood; might be good if unlocked luggage storage room had a camera
Ethan
Ethan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2025
Nice place. Clean and organized . Location by walk is about 10 min to the center
Ronen
Ronen, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 7, 2025
Very nice stay with a delightful breakfast included at an excellent price - this venue is mainly foreign tourists.
The women's only floor was lovely but the top bunk was difficult/slippery to climb in and out of, and also had light and noise filter in. It was pretty crowded.
Jay
Jay, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 4, 2025
Best hostel I have stayed so far. Love the vibe and atmosphere, staff is amazing.
Shout out to all my roommates and people I have met throughout, definitely saved for the next one!
Cheers to UNPLAN and I was lucky to have this wonderful hostel booked for Japan.
Elise
Elise, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
Very clean and comfortable. Almost felt like a hotel.
Nick
Nick, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2023
Loved the location, and will definitely be staying here again.
shannon
shannon, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 25, 2024
Nice place to stay, great breakfast but very small private rooms.
Jose
Jose, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 28, 2025
Overall my stay at UnPlan was a good experience and I would definitely recommend it for solo travelers
Linh
Linh, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 28, 2025
I had a good time. Had few problems. Met friendly people.
Tayten
Tayten, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
Great and clean (and quiet while I was staying there) hostel near the heart of Shinjuku. I would definitely return on future solo trips.
Amir
Amir, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 27, 2025
By far the best hostel in the downtown area of Tokyo. Very clean and respectful environment yet there are events and areas that encourage socialization.
Matteo
Matteo, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
It was a nice experience and everything was good.
Lobsang
Lobsang, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2024
The check-in was smooth, and the staff were welcoming. The lobby had a lovely vibe—clean and stylish
Merhawit
Merhawit, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
Stayed in the women's dorm. Common area spaces (particularly the bathroom and showers) could be kept a little bit cleaner in my opinion, but everything else was spectacular. For the most part everyone was super kind and respectful - there was a moment where some Australian girls were arguing in the dorm past quiet hours lol but otherwise everyone was very quiet! The private bed area and linens were spotless and cozy. I had enough room to store my bookbag and duffel bag there during the duration of my stay, and also appreciated the little lockable drawer to stash away valuables whenever I went out. The bedding was incredibly comfy and I slept like a brick. I used my noise cancelling headphones to play some white noise while sleeping and I honestly couldn't hear a thing in the room, it felt like staying in my own private place!
The breakfast was also sufficient enough to power me through my morning for lunch and helped to shave some food costs off my trip which was perfect. I wish the coffee wasn't instant coffee, but, again, this is just a nitpicky thing.
I'll absolutely stay here again! Hopefully next time I won't be as busy and can actually socialize a bit. The common areas are always full of people hanging out and chatting and the bar also seemed very lively at night. Overall great value!