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APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
A three-star APA tower in the sumo district, 0.2 km from the Kokugikan and 1.2 km from Tokyo Skytree. Has an outdoor pool, a gym and a garden, which is unusual at this price.
- 3-star (official classification)
- Ryogoku & Sumida
- APA Hotels&Resorts
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The verdict
The most facilities per pound on this page — a pool, a gym, a garden and a playground at three-star level — as long as you accept small rooms, slow lifts and an east-side address.
Ryogoku is old Tokyo. The Kokugikan sumo hall is 0.2 km away, the Edo-Tokyo Museum 0.3 km, Tokyo Skytree 1.2 km and Sensō-ji 2.1 km — so the historic east side is walkable in a way it simply is not from Shinjuku or Odaiba.
For a three-star the facility list is unusual: an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, a garden, a children’s playground and private parking. That combination is why this is the family pick at the budget end rather than a compromise.
The complaints are consistent and worth taking seriously: slow elevators in a tower building, small room sizes, and restaurant options guests found pricey. Food and beverage is the lowest-scoring category at 7.53 out of 10, so plan to eat locally — which in Ryogoku is no hardship.
liteAPI publishes no airport code for this property, so the nearest served airport is not in the data. Check-out is 10:00 AM, the earliest of the eight hotels here, and the check-in window runs from 03:00 PM to midnight.
Best for
- Families who want a pool and a playground without an upscale rate
- Anyone visiting for the sumo, the Edo-Tokyo Museum or Skytree
- Travellers who want a quieter, more residential Tokyo base
Not for
- Guests in a hurry — slow lifts are a recurring complaint in a tower this tall
- Anyone planning to eat at the hotel; food and beverage is its weakest score
- Nightlife-focused trips; Ryogoku is quiet after dark and Shinjuku is a ride away
Verdict last reviewed . Rates, refurbishments and management change — re-check anything time-sensitive before booking.
The supplier’s overall score
liteAPI: 8.2/10 from 19,863 reviews — as of
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What guests actually say
Guest sentiment at APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
Synthesised from published guest reviews, last run 8 December 2025. Scores are our reading of recurring themes, not an average of star ratings.
Every score and every phrase in this section is liteAPI's own guest analysis for APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower, captured on 2025-12-08. TravelShifu did not compute these numbers, average them, or edit the wording.
- Overall Experience8.5 / 10Excellent
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay with minor complaints, underscoring a positive experience despite some limitations.
- Location8.7 / 10Excellent
The location received frequent praise for its convenience and access to local attractions and transportation.
- Cleanliness8.0 / 10Good
Many reviews highlighted the cleanliness of the facilities, although some noted issues with waiting for the elevators, which can affect the perception of overall cleanliness.
- Service8.5 / 10Excellent
Staff were generally friendly and helpful, although there were occasional mentions of waiting times and assistance needed during check-in.
- Room Quality7.8 / 10Good
Some reviews indicated that the rooms were small and issues with temperature control were noted.
- Amenities8.3 / 10Good
The hotel offers a good range of amenities including a public bath and pool, contributing positively to guest experiences.
- Value for Money8.2 / 10Good
Most guests found the prices reasonable relative to the quality and convenience of services provided.
- Food and Beverage7.5 / 10Good
Breakfast was generally well-received, though some found it overpriced compared to the offerings.
Praised consistently
- Clean and comfortable facilities
- Good location
- Friendly staff
Complained about consistently
- Slow elevators
- Small room sizes
- Pricey restaurant options
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower in photos
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What the property says about itself
The supplier’s own copy, reproduced unedited. It is marketing — the verdict above is ours.
Luxurious Accommodation
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower, nestled in Tokyo, offers upscale accommodation just steps away from NTT Docomo History Square. The guest rooms are elegantly designed and equipped with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and stunning city views from select rooms.
Convenient Facilities
This 3-star hotel boasts a fitness centre, private parking, and a garden for guests to unwind. Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant or explore nearby attractions like Sumo Museum and Ryogoku Kokugikan National Sumo Stadium, all within walking distance.
Prime Location
With Japanese Sword Museum, Tokyo Metropolitan Memorial Hall, and Yokoamicho Park nearby, APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower offers a perfect base to explore Tokyo. Book now and experience the best of Tokyo from this centrally located hotel.
Facilities
61 facilities as listed by the property. Shown in full rather than filtered: the same list is what the structured data on this page claims, so trimming it here would make the markup say more than the page does.
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Garden
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopying
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Children's playground
- Private parking
- Outdoor pool
- Daily housekeeping
- Designated smoking area
- Parking garage
- Wheelchair accessible
- Outdoor pool - seasonal
- Pool with view
- Vending machine - drinks
- Toilet with grab rails
- Open-air bath
- Lower bathroom sink
- Public Bath
- Higher level toilet
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Rooftop pool
- Coffee Shop on site
- Fence around pool
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Smoke alarms
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Access to health care professionals
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- 24-hour security
- Security alarm
- Thermometers for guests provided by property
- Key card access
Where it is, and what is near it
Address
Sumida-ku Yokoami 1-11-10Tokyo 130-0015
Japan
+81 570-021-111
Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from
- 03:00 PM
- Latest arrival
- 12:00 AM
- Check-out by
- 10:00 AM
Nearest points of interest
Straight-line distances as supplied by liteAPI, closest first. A walking route is usually a little longer than the number here.
| Place | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ryogoku Station | Station | 150 m |
| Ryogoku Kokugikan (Sumo Hall) | Entertainment | 200 m |
| Edo-Tokyo Museum | Museum | 300 m |
| Tokyo Skytree | Landmark | 1.2 km |
| Sensō-ji (Asakusa) | Place of worship | 2.1 km |
| Ueno Park | Park | 3.2 km |
| Akihabara (electronics & otaku district) | District | 3.5 km |
| Imperial Palace (East Gardens / Palace area) | Landmark | 4.8 km |
| Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) | Airport | 18 km |
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Conditions worth reading before you book
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Head to head
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APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower — common questions
- How close is the hotel to Tokyo Skytree and the Sumo Hall?
- liteAPI records Ryogoku Kokugikan, the sumo hall, at 0.2 km and the Edo-Tokyo Museum at 0.3 km. Tokyo Skytree is 1.2 km away and Sensō-ji in Asakusa 2.1 km.
- Does a three-star APA hotel really have a pool?
- An outdoor pool, yes, along with a fitness centre, a garden, a children’s playground and private parking. Seasonal opening for an outdoor pool in Tokyo is normal, so confirm the dates with the hotel if you are booking outside summer.
- What time is check-in and check-out at APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower?
- Check-in is from 03:00 PM and check-out is by 10:00 AM, with the latest accepted arrival at 12:00 AM. These are the property's own published times as supplied by liteAPI. Luggage storage is listed among the facilities.
- What is near APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower?
- liteAPI records Ryogoku Station at 150 m, Ryogoku Kokugikan (Sumo Hall) at 200 m, Edo-Tokyo Museum at 300 m. Distances are straight-line from the property, so a walking route is usually a little longer.