Hongo Travel Guide
Tokyo
Popular places to visit
University of Tokyo
Explore the campus of University of Tokyo as part of your travels around Tokyo. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Tokyo Disneyland®
Ride roller coasters and watch theatrical shows as you witness the magic of Disney come to life at this family-friendly amusement park and resort.
Tokyo DisneySea®
Discover the secrets of the oceans in this magical theme park, where Disney’s sea-dwelling characters will take you on a journey to the world below the waves.
Tokyo Dome
Catch an event at Tokyo Dome during your trip to Tokyo. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Shibuya Crossing
Guaranteed to overload the senses, this intersection teeming with people is considered to be a symbol of modern Tokyo.
Tokyo Skytree
Find yourself wowed by stunning 360-degree panoramic views of Tokyo from its newest and highest tower.
Top hotels in Hongo
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3
This hotel is very convenient when you just landed in Japan, however because it’s so far away from the city prepare to spend at least two hours every day on the subway if you want to go shopping or restaurants.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
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Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Location was great. However the room was terrible! Cramped, no storage space, noisy, and the negatives could go on. The outside of the building looked like a high-rise jail block house. And the room seemed like a prison cell. We had a single double bed that was pushed up to one wall and only allowed ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Location was good - but the property looks tired and needs modernisation - breakfast poor
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
Overall this is in a great location, close to trains. Where we struggled was the elevator situation. We would wait 10 minutes for an elevator. Everything time we would want to leave or return we were waiting for an elevator. Additionally, the rooms were very small. My husband is 6’2” and struggled. ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hongo
Akihabara
While you're in Akihabara, take in top sights like Akihabara Electric Town and jump on the metro at Suehirocho Station to see more of the city.
Ueno
Travellers choose Ueno for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ueno-okachimachi Station or Ueno-hirokoji Station and check out top sights like Ameyoko Shopping District.
Chiyoda
Enjoy the popular shops in Chiyoda. Tokyo Imperial Palace is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Kudanshita Station or Takebashi Station to see more of Tokyo.
Taito
Travellers love Taito for its popular shops, and you can see more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Iriya Station or Tawaramachi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Sensoji Temple and Hanayashiki Amusement Park.
Marunouchi
Travellers choose Marunouchi for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nijubashimae (Marunouchi) Station or Otemachi Station and check out top sights like Imperial Garden Theatre.
Asakusa
Asakusa is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sensoji Temple or Asakusa Shrine.
