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Located across the street from Shinjuku Station, Hotel Sunroute Plaza is a great base from which to explore the city and the nearby gay nightlife in Ni-chome (about a 14 minute walk from the hotel). This large hotel features comfortable, modern rooms with free WiFi internet access. The onsite restaurant serves fine Italian cuisine, and the English-speaking reception staff can provide maps and other tourist information.

The Citadines Central Shinjuku is in the heart of the Kabuki-cho nightlife district, just a couple of minutes walk from all the gay bars in Shinjuku Nichome and train station. Many shops and restaurants are nearby. Modern guest rooms feature contemporary design, air conditioning, LCD TV, an assortment of bathroom amenities and free WiFi. The hotel has its own restaurant, grocery/convenience store and laundry facilities. The staff are helpful, knowledgeable and can speak English.

January 2022: This hotel has been reported closed. Excellent-value hotel in the heart of Ni-chome gay village, steps away from AiSOTOPE Lounge, Alamas Café, 24 Kaikan gay sauna and popular gay venues. City Hotel Lonestar offers comfortable, compact rooms with free LAN internet access (WiFi router available at the reception) and free coffee/tea and ice all day. Friendly staff with limited spoken English. The hotel has great subway connections - close to Shinjuku 3-Chome Station (Exit C8) and a 10-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station. This hotel is often full, so book well in advance!

HUNDRED STAY offers serviced apartments near JR Okubo Station, one stop from Shinjuku, and within easy access shopping areas, entertainment, restaurants and gay nightlife. The hotel offers large, modern, air-conditioned rooms, suites and apartments - some with stunning panoramic views.  Facilities include an iPod dock, LCD TV and free WiFi.  Friendly English-speaking staff. If an hour in the hotel's onsite gym is not enough, you can walk to 24 Kaikan gay sauna for a different sort of workout!

A nice budget option in the heart of Shinjuku, close to the gay scene - just a short walk of AiiRO Café, Dragon MEN bar, AiSOTOPE Lounge, Arty Farty nightclub and more. Many local restaurants and shops are nearby. The modern Hotel Sunlite Shinjuku offers compact en suite rooms with LCD TV, fridge, tea-making facilities and internet access. Helpful staff, some of whom speak reasonable English.

Conveniently located next to Shinjuku Station and within walking distance to the Ni-chōme gay scene. Odakyu Hotel Century (Southern Tower) occupies the 19th to 35th floors of a magnificent building. Renovated in 2014, Guest rooms & suites have amazing city views. each featuring a comfortable bed, LCD TV, a fridge and free WiFi. Century Hotel has drinks & ice vending machines on every floor, 4 restaurants, a bar and a fitness centre. The hotel staff speak fluent English.

Set within a beautiful Japanese landscaped garden, the New Otani Tokyo is very centrally located cated and features an outdoor pool, modern gym, sauna and about 30 restaurants. Guest rooms are tastefully decorated and have comfortable beds, flat screen satellite TV, minibar, free WiFi. Some rooms have views of the Tokyo skyline or the gorgeous garden. The New Otani is less than 10 minutes' walk to 5 subway lines. Popular with gay travelers, as the Shinjuku gay nightlife can be reached in about 10 minutes.

Modern aparthotel in a convenient location, just 5 - 10 minutes' walk from Shinjuku subway station and the Ni-chōme gay district.  The Citadines offers apartment-style studio rooms with free internet access.  An excellent choice if you're planning to be in Tokyo for more than just a few days. Each suite has a fully-equipped kitchenette, comfortable bed, flat screen TV, DVD player.  There are coin-operated laundry facilities and bicycle rental.  Friendly, English-speaking staff. Excellent value for money.

Men-only capsule hotel in Shinjuku, just a 5-minute walk from the gay bars & clubs in Ni-Chome. Shinjuku Kuyakusho-mae has over 300 sleeping compartments for solo travelers.There are shared bathrooms and lockers to store backpacks. Climate control in room may be too warm for some. Facilities include a spa, sauna and massage service.No Tattoos. Guests need to leave before 10 am even if consecutive nights are booked. Excellent value for money and a very popular hotel on Travel Gay.

A very affordable budget choice for gay travelers. The basic, well-run Hotel Tateshina is a short walk to the Ni-chome gay scene and the Shinjuku Sanchome Station. The rooms are clean, air-conditioned and feature a private bathroom, flat screen TV, coffee/tea maker and free WiFi. Staff are friendly and speak some English. Great value for money. Located near a music store - look for a small white sign at the top of the lane that leads to the hotel.

The Shibuya Tobu is located in the centre of Shibuya, a 5-minute walk from Yoyogi Park, Shibuya Crossing and Shibuya Station. The gay nightlife in Shinjuku is just 15 minutes awayThe rooms have air conditioning, flat screen TV, en suite bathroom with bathtub/shower, free internet. You can enjoy dinner at Verdure restaurant or Chinese food at the Bamboo Garden. Limited English-speaking staff.The famous Harajuku and Omotesando area are a 15-minute walk away from the hotel.

Perfect for shopping. The great-value Shibuya Excel Tokyu is located right above the Mark City shopping mall and surrounded by trendy boutiques and shops.Modern guest rooms feature flat screen satellite TV and minibar. Some have views of the Shibuya intersection. In-house restaurants 'Shunsai' and 'A Bientot' serve excellent food with panoramic views.The hotel is linked to the Shibuya Station, making it easy to get around Tokyo. Gay bars in Shinjuku can be reached in 15 minutes. There's a bus service to/from Narita airport in front the hotel.

Located in a quiet area between Shibuya and Harajuku, the Dormy Inn PREMIUM offers comfortable rooms and suites with flat screen TV, fridge and free WiFi. This good-value hostel features a 24-hour sauna, onsen spa, massage services, laundromat, vending machines. A choice of Japanese and Western breakfast is offered. Staff are helpful, friendly but speak limited English. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Yoyogi Park and Takeshita Street. Shibuya and Harajuku stations are also 10 minutes away.

One of Tokyo's finest. Located near Roppongi nightlife district, Hotel Okura features several dining options, indoor &outdoor pools, shopping arcade, tea ceremony room and an art museum. We really like the hotel's well-equipped gym and the spa's various relaxation programs. Guest rooms and suites feature very high-end amenities and products. Needless to say, the service is exceptional. From the hotel, you can walk to the subway station in 5 minutes and take the train to other areas - Roppongi, Ginza, and Akasaka. Gay bars in Shinjuku Ni-chome can be reached in less than 20 minutes.

Not the cheapest budget hotel in the area but you get your money's worth. The Sakura Fleur Aoyama is very central - just a short walk from Shibuya Station and the famous Harajuku shopping area.Guest rooms have free WiFi, air conditioning, satellite flat screen TV with movies on demand, work desk, fridge and en suite bathroom.The onsite café is open all day for drinks. Laundry services are offered. Staff are helpful and friendly.

Great-value serviced aparthotel in a quiet area near Shibuya. The Dormy Inn EXPRESS is a 10-minute walk from Nakameguro Station, with easy access to downtown or the gay scene in Shinjuku. The rooms feature an LCD TV and a fully equipped kitchenette. Some have a seating area with traditional tatami mat. There is a communal bath & sauna. Laundry room, vending machines, free WiFi are available. Breakfast is served in the dining room - free noodles are offered every night. A popular budget choice on Travel Gay.

Located next to the Higashi-Shinjuku subway station, the great-value E-HOTEL has just about everything you need - free WiFi, self-service laundromat, 24-hour convenience shop, computer station and Tully’s Coffee shop on the ground floor.Guest rooms feature comfortable beds, flat screen TV with movies on demand, air conditioning, electric kettle. Laptops are available for rent at the 24-hour front desk.The Kabuki entertainment district and the Ni-chome gay bars and clubs are just 10 minutes' walk away.

Perfect location for gay night crawlers. Shinjuku Prince Hotel in the Kabuki entertainment district, near the metro station and just 10 minutes' walk to AiiRO Café, Dragon MEN, This large hotel features decent-sized, modern rooms with free WiFi, flat screen satellite TV, fridge and safe. The restaurant on the 25h floor offers panoramic city views. Massage service available.The hotel is surrounded by a huge range of shops and department stores. You can easily connect to Shibuya by the subway. One of the most popular Tokyo hotels on Travel Gay.

Always a popular budget choice. The ibis Shinjuku has over 200 rooms and is very central - within walking distance to the subway, Kabuki nightlife, gay bars in Ni-chome and a huge range of restaurants and shops. Each room is simply decorated and features air conditioning, flat screen TV, fridge and free WiFi. You can store your luggage and rent a laptop at the 24-hour front desk. English-speaking staff.

We really like the Tokyu Stay Nishi-Shinjuku. Although not the closest budget hotel to the main gay scene, it is not very far. Each modern room features a washer & dryer, microwave, small fridge, free WiFi, flat screen satellite TV and safe. A Western-style breakfast buffet is served every morning. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Location-wise, Tokyu Stay is right near Shinjuku Central Park and a short walk from Shinjuku JR Station where you can easily connect to other part of Tokyo. English and Japanese spoken.

The smart-value Shibuya Tokyu REI is situated in the heart of Shibuya, steps way from the JR train station, a 5-minute walk from the famous Shibuya 109 Building and 10 minutes to Yoyogi Stadium. Guest rooms feature flat screen satellite TV with movies on demand, air conditioning, en suite bathroom and free WiFi. Coin-operated laundry machines and internet stations provided. The onsite restaurant serves Japanese and Western dishes, although plenty of dining options are nearby.

The consistently gay-popular APA Shinjuku-Gyoemmae is located just a couple of minutes' walk from the Ni-chome gay nightlife. The popular 24 Kaikan Shinjuku sauna is even closer.Modern guest rooms have flat screen TV, free WiFi, fridge, electric kettle. We like their large spa & jacuzzi (separate areas for men and women). Vending machines and laundry rooms are available, and reception is open 24 hours.The hotel also has its own restaurant, although plenty of dining options are nearby. A very popular choice on Travel Gay Asia.

The award-winning Citadines Shinjuku has a great central location, a 5-minute walk from the train station. The gay nightlife, the lively Kabuki district, shops & restaurants are within easy access.Each modern, apartment features a kitchenette, flat screen TV, DVD player, free WiFi. The Citadines has a gym, laundry room, bike rental service. Daily Continental breakfast is served in the lounge.

The great-value Shinjuku Washington Hotel is directly connected to the Shinjuku Station, making it easy to explore the city and everything it has to offer. Each compact guest room has a flat screen TV, free WiFi, fridge and private bathroom. Facilities include coin-operated washers & dryers, PC stations, concierge, restaurant, bar, café and convenience shop. Plenty of shops and restaurants are nearby, and the lively Kabuki-cho entertainment district is 10 minutes away.

The new JR Kyushu Blossom is in prime location in Shinjuku, just a few minutes’ walk from JR Shinjuku station and gay nightlife, and a 15-minute walk to the lively Kabuki-cho area. Each stylish, modern guest room features free WiFi, flat screen TV, fridge and air purifier. The hotel has an onsite restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and laundromat. Massage service available. The direct link to the JR train station provides easy connections to the popular Harajuku and Shibuya areas - all within 20 minutes.

The men-only Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado offers trendy, affordable rooms in great location, just a 2-minute walk from JR Shinjuku and within walking distance to all the gay bars, dance clubs and saunas.The hotel features an internet café with free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk. There are vending machines for snacks and drinks. Laundry service and massages are available.The sleeping cabins are air-conditioned and include a flat-screen TV and tablet computer. Bathrooms are shared. We like the hotel's large jet bath and the onsite sauna. English-speaking staff.

The new high-rise Gracery Shinjuku has a great location, a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku JR and the Kabuki red light district. Gay bars in Ni-chome gay village are 10 minutes away. Many restaurants and shops all around.This hotel features a 24-hour reception, Italian restaurant and a coffee shop with a terrace. Coin-operated laundromat, dry cleaning & ironing services are available.Each modern, compact guest room features free WiFi, flat screen TV, desk, electric kettle. Many rooms offer beautiful city view. Excellent value for money.

The modern APA Shinjuku-Kabukicho Tower is located in the heart of the vibrant Kabuki area, close to train connections at Shinjuku. The Ni-chome gay district is just a 10-minute walk away The compact, air-conditioned guest rooms feature free WiFi, large flat screen TV’s, mini-fridge, desk. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, dry cleaning, massage services. Of special note is the hotel’s top-floor modern spa with open-air jacuzzi. There is a restaurant & café onsite, although a huge range of food choices are at the doorsteps.

Located in the heart of the Shinjuku and next to the subway, Tokyu Stay is a popular choice with gay visitors as it is just a few minutes' walk to the Dragon Men bar, Alamas Café, etc.Guest rooms are compact but very modern. Each features a comfortable bed, free WiFi, flat screen TV, fridge and air purifier/humidifier. Upgraded rooms include a washer & dryer.The hotel has a 24-hour front desk where free luggage storage service is provided. Many restaurant choices, convenience stores, cafés and Isetan Department Store are nearby.

The APA Keisei Ueno-Ekimae is a popular hotel on Travel Gay, due to its strategic location near the Keisei Ueno Station - just 5 minutes on the subway to the popular Asakusa. Many restaurants, stores and shops are nearby, as is the gay cruise & fetish club scene in Taito.Each modern guest room features free WiFi, private bathroom, with shower & bath, air conditioning, flat screen TV, desk, fridge, electric kettle. The front desk is open 24 hours. Vending machines, luggage storage and money exchange services are provided.

Affordable and cool. IMANO Tokyo offers budget accommodation in the lively Shinjuku - an excellent choice for shopping, sightseeing and gay nightlife.Both dormitories and private rooms are available. All rooms are modern, air-conditioned, non-smoking and have free WiFi. Disposable slippers are provided for guests. Laundry service is available.IMANO has a common area with kitchen, 24-hour front reception, and a cafe bar. Gay scene-wise, AiiRO Cafe and gay venues in Shinjuku are all within an easy walk away.

The Celestine is a upscale 4-star hotel in the Minato region of Tokyo, close to the Shibuya ward, the centre of gay nightlife.The rooms are sleek and modern, giving you great comfort in a bustling region of the city. Guests also loved the incredible views over the Tokyo skyline, an iconic sight.The Celestine has a great high-end restaurant as well as a bar and coffee shop.

Hotel Adonis is a great value gay-friendly, male-only, hostel in Tokyo, located only a 6 minute walk from Ginza line Gaienmae Station.Equipped with ten bunk beds, two washrooms, and two shower rooms. Also available is a fun and funky common space for guests to use freely, as well as a sun terrace.The hostel is located in a secluded and quiet environment, but close enough to the exciting bustling Shibuya area, perfect for shopping and nightlife.Various activities also take place at the hostel, such as movie nights and temporary art galleries.

Sorano Hotel is a gay-friendly luxury resort just 30 minutes from the centre of Tokyo in Tachikawa, Japan.The hotel is dog-friendly (permitted in dog-friendly rooms and everywhere except restaurant, bar and spa) ,has all rooms overlooking Showa Kinen Park and come in Japanese or Western styles to suit your taste. Rooms have balconies and are to a modern luxury style.Amenities include luxury toiletries, hairdryer, 4K-TV, fridge, air-con, safe, chrome cast and USB sockets. The concierge can also rent extra equipment on request.The Sorano Hotel spa includes a rooftop large infinity pool, hot springs facility, gym, nano- mist sauna and a range of treatments can be booked.Breakfast can be purchased at the hotels Daichino restaurant as well as Japanese dining options for the evening including garden dining and chef's table options. Drinks are also served at the lobby lounge bar or rooftop bar to soak up the views over the pool.Please see the official website of the Sorano Hotel for enquiries and to book direct.