As a family living in Europe and travel enthusiasts, we have stayed at many AirBnBs, lodgings and hotels all over the world.
But this listing by Smi:Re Stay san is one of the most special one we have been to. First of all, its location, right next to Yoyogi Koen, within walking distance to Hatajuku and Shibuya through a nice stroll in the park, is really amazing.
But while being so central and close to the busiest parts of Tokyo, the apartment is at a very quiet residential area that has hundreds of hip restaurants, bars, shops and supermarkets just around the corner.
On top of all this, you will be amazed at the stylish and trendy structure and decor of the apartment. It is in a maisonnette style, so you will have 2 stories all to yourself connected by an outer stairs (covered, but could be warm or cold depending on the season).
Both stories come with a TV, fridge, and super comfortable big beds - 2 downstairs and 3 upstairs, with an additional couch that can be turned into another bed upstairs.
The kitchen (upstairs) is fully equipped and comes with a very good washing machine/dryer to wash your clothes. Shower and toilet are downstairs.
The downstairs Little Nap Coffee is supposed to be a very famous cafe frequented by hip looking people, as well as locals gathering with their small dogs.
We have 2 teenage boys who could enjoy playing fooball at the 2 fenced fields right across from the apartment.
The only people who might find difficult to stay here are people with a lot suitcases and people who have difficulty walking, as you will need to climb some narrow spiral stairs. The lock system might also be a bit complicated for the older generation.
But this place is very much recommended for everyone else who wants to stay at a super hip place at Tokyo city center, which is at the same time quiet and relaxing next to a park. We were very sad to check out yesterday.. We wish we lived there!