COCOSHUKU Nakano

Room was very basic with 4 mattresses on the floor but beds were comfortable. Bonus was to have 2 washrooms and a small kitchenette which had the required equipment such as fridge and microwave, cutlery and crockery. Shower room is small but fine. Check in/check out was all smooth, albeit from an digital pad as there is no physical interaction with anybody. Only a short walk from the station and 7-Eleven and Lawsons close by for groceries.

We booked this for a group of 4, and the value for money is the first reason why we chose this hotel. It’s comfortable and of a pretty decent size. The location is also a stone's throw away from one of the train stations going to Namba, which is really convenient. Speaking of the location, I know many of you are curious about the "safety" issues mentioned in a lot of reviews here. Let’s put things into perspective. I can understand why some people may find it looks "unsafe" because there are some homeless people around the area; however, it always depends on what you consider unsafe. My friends and I come from a country where unsafe means you are really in danger, like crimes and those kinds of stuff, but I am telling you, this area isn’t like that. We never felt unsafe, and there was no reason for us to feel that when we were there. My advice is if homeless people or just a regular residential area will make you feel uncomfortable, then don’t book it. But if you’re okay with staying in an area with real residential life, then give this place a chance.

We love this place. We always try to book Cocoshuku Nakano when we are in Tokyo

The location and customer service were good.