Host was very easy to talk to! Had no problem talking in english since I don't talk japanese. The place is 10 - 15mins away from takadanobaba station. We used the inner streets from Takadanobaba sakae dori (not steep) going to ELM because most of the streets on the main road lead down with a steep hill so if you have heavy luggage avoid the main road because G maps will lead you down steep hills. A bunch of Supermarkets, eating places, and a 7-11 a few houses away from ELM hotel with an ATM. Overall the price is fair with what you get. We will definitely come back to ELM!