SOTETSU FRESA INN HIGASHI SHINJUKU, Tokyo

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Higashi Shinjuku - A central Shinjuku hotel with 311 rooms, on-site dining, and direct subway access

Located one minute from Higashi-Shinjuku subway station, this 3-star Tokyo hotel positions guests at the heart of the Shinjuku district. Sotetsu Fresa Inn features 311 individually decorated rooms with premium bedding, pillow menus, and laptop-friendly workspaces. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with deep soaking tub and electronic bidet. The property houses two restaurants - Royal Host serving Western and Japanese breakfast, and Bamiyan offering Chinese cuisine including Peking Duck. Sotetsu Fresa Inn Higashi Shinjuku provides a 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning services, and complimentary WiFi throughout. A 10-minute walk connects guests to Isetan Department Store, while the Kabukicho entertainment district sits within walking distance. The subway station offers direct access to Roppongi, Yoyogi, and Tsukiji Market.

Pros

Direct subway access to major districts via Toei Oedo Line and Fukushintoshin Line

Walking distance to multiple dining options including Ichiran, Tully's Coffee, and McDonald's

Surrounded by landmarks like Godzilla Head (0.5 miles), Hanazono Shrine (0.5 miles), and Samurai Museum (0.5 miles)

Public parking available on-site for JPY 1500 per day

Cons

15.5 miles distance from Tokyo International Airport

Breakfast costs extra at JPY 1500 per adult and JPY 900 per child