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Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex

新宿ワシントンホテル 新館

Verified Stay Score
6.8 C
Top 3 Reasons to Book
Key Points to Check Before Booking
  • Soundproofing between adjoining rooms is weak, allowing conversational chatter, snoring, and luggage handling to filter into the living space.

  • The mattresses feel on the firmer, slightly worn side, and standard double beds may feel cramped for two larger adults.

  • Standard double rooms are very tight on floor space, but certain higher-tier layouts can comfortably accommodate multiple suitcases and a stroller.

Verified High-Satisfaction Stay · Check Room Assignment Guide — Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex

Concerns regarding [Inter-room & Floor Soundproofing 3.4] can be avoided in advance using the Room Assignment Guide below.

This guide synthesizes recurring observations from verified guest stays. Actual experience may vary by assigned floor, wing, or travel season.

Property Notice · Renovation History Verified Renovation / Upgrade: 2019-01-01 · Pre-renovation defect weights reset
Room Assignment Guide · Check-in Request Card

Tailored Room Selection Criteria & Multilingual Check-in Request Script

Booking Room Selection Criteria: If sensitive to noise or traveling with heavy luggage, avoid compact double rooms and request a ███-floor ██ sqm ████ room in advance.
Korean Room Selection Tip English Booking & Check-in Request Japanese Front-Desk Request Card

Who Are You Traveling With?

Select your travel style to highlight the most critical physical checklists and room criteria for your trip.
Selected Profile: Overall (All Travel Styles)
Tailored Score 6.8 Grade C
Recommended For

Family with Infants & Toddlers · 7.9 B Traveling with Parents & Seniors · 7.5 B Hotel Staycation & Resort Relaxation · 7.0 C

Consider Carefully For

Couples & Anniversary Getaway · 6.2 C Business Trip & Workation · 6.4 C

Most Frequently Observed Pros & Cons from Guest Stays

Item-by-item satisfaction scores and room-selection tips corroborated across stays.

Noise & Sleep Quality

Inter-room & Floor Soundproofing

3.4 · Caution

Soundproofing between adjoining rooms is weak, allowing conversational chatter, snoring, and luggage handling to filter into the living space.

Corridor & Door Sound Insulation

6.2 · C

Acoustic insulation around the entrance doors is inadequate, making hallway footsteps and passing chatter clearly audible from the bed.

No Notable Issues Reported: Street, Rail & Exterior Noise: — (No notable issues observed) HVAC & Plumbing Quietness: — (No notable issues observed) Window Insulation & Ventilation: — (No notable issues observed)

Bedding & Bathroom Hygiene

Bathroom, Grout & Drain Hygiene

10.0 · S

While the bathroom layout is somewhat compact, the unit bath and bidet toilet are thoroughly cleaned and well maintained.

Floor, Furniture & Kettle Hygiene

10.0 · S

The renovated guest rooms are dust-free and clean enough for allergy-sensitive travelers, with air purifiers installed as standard.

No Notable Issues Reported: Bedding & Towel Cleanliness: — (No notable issues observed) Indoor Air & Odor-Free Freshness: — (No notable issues observed) Pest Control & Tap Water Safety: — (No notable issues observed)

Room Space, Bed & Hardware

Room Size, Layout & Luggage Space

5.2 · Caution

Standard double rooms are very tight on floor space, but certain higher-tier layouts can comfortably accommodate multiple suitcases and a stroller.

Conditional Caution & Avoidance Guide Click to sign in & unlock exact room condition

To ensure comfortable moving space, skip the standard double and opt for the .

Mattress & Pillow Sleep Comfort

3.9 · Caution

The mattresses feel on the firmer, slightly worn side, and standard double beds may feel cramped for two larger adults.

Lighting, Blackout, Outlets, Desk & Wi-Fi

6.2 · C

The room lighting relies on subdued warm fixtures, leaving the overall living area feeling rather dark during evening hours.

No Notable Issues Reported: Flooring Material & Barefoot Comfort: — (No notable issues observed) Climate Control, Water Pressure & Bath Layout: — (No notable issues observed)

Check-in, Elevator & Convenience

Coin Laundry, Ice, Microwave & Takeout

6.7 · C

The shared laundry room has limited-capacity washers and dryers, which can lead to significant waiting times during peak usage.

Conditional Caution & Avoidance Guide Click to sign in & unlock exact room condition

To cut down drying time in the 2nd-floor laundry room, it is recommended to .

Shuttle Service & Stroller/Wheelchair Walkability

10.0 · S

A neighborhood loop bus stops right outside, providing convenient transit to nearby major railway terminals even in bad weather.

Room Type & Floor Selection Tip Click to sign in & unlock exact room condition

When traveling to the station on rainy days, catching the right in front of the building is highly recommended.

No Notable Issues Reported: Check-in Speed & Luggage Storage: — (No notable issues observed) Elevator Capacity & Wait Times: — (No notable issues observed) Parking Access & Clearance: — (No notable issues observed)

Security, Vibe & Companion Fit

Guest Quietness, Floor Security & Night Safety

10.0 · S

Located in a predominantly corporate office district, the surrounding streets remain remarkably quiet and safe at night without rowdy crowds.

Public Space Crowd Level & Relaxed Vibe

10.0 · S

With fewer guest rooms than the sprawling main building, the annex lobby and shared facilities offer a noticeably less congested environment.

Loungewear, Amenity Bar & Gym Quality

10.0 · S

Standard disposable slippers and core toiletries are provided in the room, while additional amenities can be freely picked up from the designated station.

Room Type & Floor Selection Tip Click to sign in & unlock exact room condition

Detailed grooming items such as razors, hairbrushes, and lotions can be collected freely from the .

No Notable Issues Reported: Baby/Kids Gear & Child Policy: — (No notable issues observed) Twin, Triple & Family Room Flexibility: — (No notable issues observed)

Pool, Onsen & Spa

No Notable Issues Reported: Pool, Onsen & Public Bath Scale: — (No notable issues observed) Bath/Pool Water Temperature & Thermal Comfort: — (No notable issues observed) Private Onsen/Bath & Kids Pool: — (No notable issues observed) Bath/Pool Water Quality & Locker Room Hygiene: — (No notable issues observed) Facility Fees, Hours & Tattoo Policy: — (No notable issues observed)

Breakfast, Lounge & Dining

No Notable Issues Reported: Breakfast Queue, Seating & Refill Speed: — (No notable issues observed) Breakfast Variety, Freshness & Taste: — (No notable issues observed) Dinner, Kaiseki & In-Room Dining Quality: — (No notable issues observed) Club Lounge, Happy Hour & Afternoon Tea: — (No notable issues observed) Free Late-Night Snacks, Drinks & Minibar: — (No notable issues observed)

Hospitality, Service & Policies

Front Desk Hospitality & Multilingual Support

10.0 · S

Front desk personnel provide polite and attentive service, handling luggage storage and guest inquiries with hospitality.

Housekeeping & Towel/Amenity Delivery

10.0 · S

For consecutive stays, regular housekeeping is reliably carried out upon request, accompanied by a daily replenishment of bottled water.

Early/Late Check-out & Upgrade Flexibility

10.0 · S

Joining the hotel's complimentary membership program unlocks late check-out privileges and welcome beverage perks.

Room Type & Floor Selection Tip Click to sign in & unlock exact room condition

Enrolling in the free guest program entitles guests to a .

No Notable Issues Reported: Issue Resolution & Room Change Recovery: — (No notable issues observed) No Unannounced Closures or Hidden Charges: — (No notable issues observed)

Location, View & Value

Subway/Rail Station & Airport Transit Access

5.6 · Caution

Walking to this property Station can take a notable amount of time and effort, but convenient transit routes run directly right in front of the main entrance.

Conditional Caution & Avoidance Guide Click to sign in & unlock exact room condition

On rainy days, guests can head toward this property Station via the , or board the direct Narita Airport limousine bus right at the main entrance of this property.

Nearby Convenience Stores, Shopping & Dining

10.0 · S

Major convenience stores and dining establishments are located on the ground floor, basement, and adjacent buildings, making late-night snacks and meals highly convenient to arrange.

Overall Value for Money

10.0 · S

Room rates are reasonable compared to central this property, providing high overall value for money in terms of room condition and on-site amenities.

No Notable Issues Reported: Room View Openness, Daylight & Privacy: — (No notable issues observed) Garden, Promenade & Beach/Park Access: — (No notable issues observed)

1:1 Rival Hotel Comparisons in Tokyo

Side-by-side pros and cons against the most frequently compared rival hotels in the same city.
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex

On Inter-room & Floor Soundproofing (6.6), Sotetsu Fresa Inn Daimon stands out: Overall soundproofing is reasonable, but subtle sounds from neighboring rooms can filter in depending on bedhead placement. By contrast, at Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex (3.4) (Mattress & Pillow Sleep Comfort): The mattresses feel on the firmer, slightly worn side, and standard double beds may feel cramped for two larger adults. For Overall (All Travel Styles), Sotetsu Fresa Inn Daimon is the stronger choice across Inter-room & Floor Soundproofing, Mattress & Pillow Sleep Comfort, Shuttle Service & Stroller/Wheelchair Walkability.

Decisive Factors: Inter-room & Floor Soundproofing · Mattress & Pillow Sleep Comfort · Shuttle Service & Stroller/Wheelchair Walkability
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex

On Floor, Furniture & Kettle Hygiene (10.0), Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex stands out: The renovated guest rooms are dust-free and clean enough for allergy-sensitive travelers, with air purifiers installed as standard. By contrast, at Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nihombashi-Kayabacho (Guest Quietness, Floor Security & Night Safety): Korean translation devices and multilingual communication are supported, though restaurant service staff can occasionally seem somewhat stiff. For Overall (All Travel Styles), Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex is the stronger choice across Floor, Furniture & Kettle Hygiene, Guest Quietness, Floor Security & Night Safety, Front Desk Hospitality & Multilingual Support.

Decisive Factors: Floor, Furniture & Kettle Hygiene · Guest Quietness, Floor Security & Night Safety · Front Desk Hospitality & Multilingual Support
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex

On Pool, Onsen & Public Bath Scale (10.0), Centurion Hotel & Spa Ueno Station stands out: A dedicated public bath is available for staying guests, ideal for recovering from fatigue after a day of traveling. By contrast, at Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex (Bath/Pool Water Quality & Locker Room Hygiene): Located in a predominantly corporate office district, the surrounding streets remain remarkably quiet and safe at night without rowdy crowds. For Overall (All Travel Styles), Centurion Hotel & Spa Ueno Station is the stronger choice across Pool, Onsen & Public Bath Scale, Bath/Pool Water Quality & Locker Room Hygiene, Guest Quietness, Floor Security & Night Safety.

Decisive Factors: Pool, Onsen & Public Bath Scale · Bath/Pool Water Quality & Locker Room Hygiene · Guest Quietness, Floor Security & Night Safety