While enjoying the unique delights of central Tokyo sightseeing is great, sightseeing in Asakusa and Ueno, where you can feel the old downtown of Edo period, is also recommended. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and feel the downtown atmosphere, we recommend staying at the Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International. This hotel is close to Asakusa Station, convenient for sightseeing, and offers a luxurious stay. The hotel also has smartphones available for rent, Wi-Fi, and free international calls as well as domestic calls.
Points of Recommendation
This hotel offers an unusual service that is not often found in other hotels. It is a free smartphone rental service. The “handy” smartphone rental service, which was launched as a service for hotel guests, is a smartphone service provided in guest rooms. You can use free unlimited domestic and international calls (6 countries) and internet communication free of charge even when you are out of the hotel, including the use of internal phone calls in the room. Many hotels offer free Wi-Fi access in the hotel, but it is rare to find a service that allows you to make international calls and use the service even when you are out of the hotel.
The guest rooms are stylish and contemporary interior spaces with a modern take on the “flow” motif as depicted in many nishikie, folding screens, and ukiyoe woodblock prints, while at the same time evoking an underlying Japanese spirit. Some rooms have a view of Sensoji Temple or Sky Tree, and the scenery, which changes with the seasons and time of day, is very beautiful.
Breakfast has no time limit, so you can spend the rest of the day relaxing and graciously after your meal. In addition to the standard salads, fruits, breads, Japanese side dishes, etc., there are about 80 different items on the menu, including “roast beef,” “banana muffins,” “fresh squeezed juice,” “straw rice cakes,” and other items that are not usually included in the usual breakfast fare.
Many guests are satisfied with the location, the hospitality of the hotel staff, and the amenities, and many are repeat guests who always stay here when they visit Tokyo.
Points to note
Breakfast is normally available at this hotel even for those who are not staying at the hotel. However, there are days when the hotel does not accept visitors during the busy season when there are many guests. If you are planning to stay at this hotel only for breakfast, you need to check the official website.
Nearby Spots
Tsukuba Express “Asakusa” station: about 3 minutes on foot
Asakusa Station” of Tokyo Metro Ginza Line: about 8 minutes on foot
Asakusa Shrine: about 7 minutes on foot
Sensoji Temple: approx. 5 minutes on foot
Asakusa Engei Hall: approx. 3 minutes on foot
Kappabashi Tool Town (R): approx. 5 min. walk from Tawaramachi Station
Asakusa Hanayashiki: approx. 3 minutes on foot
Asakusa Toyokan (Asian Gallery): about 3 minutes on foot
Denboin Street: about 5 minutes on foot
Ganso Shokuhin Sampler Shop Kappabashi: 12 minutes walk from Tawaramachi Station
Tokyo Sky Tree (R): about 3 minutes by train
In addition, there are many other tourist attractions such as Tokyo Solamachi, Sumida Aquarium, Sumida Park, and Tokyo National Museum, all of which are located at the foot of the Sky Tree. Tokyo has many sightseeing spots just a few minutes away by train. When you visit Asakusa, enjoy the downtown atmosphere that can only be found here.
Facility Overview
Address
2-6-7 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0032
Access
3 minutes walk from Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station
Wi-Fi Information
Free wireless Wi-Fi Internet access available in all rooms
Free wired LAN cable available in all rooms
Official website URL
https://richmondhotel.jp/asakusa-international/
Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International offers a smartphone rental service that can be used outside the hotel, which is rare among other hotels. International calls are also free of charge, making it a convenient place to stay. The hotel is close to Asakusa Station, and there are many sightseeing spots where you can feel the atmosphere of old downtown Edo (old Tokyo). If you are looking for a relaxing night’s rest away from the hustle and bustle of the city, we recommend this hotel, which offers a high level of satisfaction, including the hospitality of the hotel staff.
