Great place to stay near Ikebukuro station probably a 2 minute walk from C5 exit. It’s probably less than 10 minute walk to JR lines and 5 minutes to Marunouchi/Fukutoshin line.
Ikebukuro has many shops and places like sunshine city, so you almost don’t need to leave Ikebukuro to have a good time.
There’s some fast food spots, restaurants, and convenience stores near by.
The place is great and feels clean. You have a private bathroom and room. I felt safe walking to and from my room at night. It seemed more like a hotel than a hostel which is really great. I hardly ever met other guests face to face. You really don’t notice other quiet guests. If you’re on the first floor you may hear outdoor foot traffic. Walls are thin, but that’s kind of a norm in Japan.
I’d definitely stay here again!