Best Serviced Apartments Tokyo: Long-Stay Picks (2026)
Compare the best serviced apartments Tokyo offers by capacity, kitchen, laundry and station access before booking a long stay.
The best serviced apartments Tokyo offers depend on who is traveling: MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West is the practical group pick, Citadines Shinjuku Tokyo suits one or two people, and Oakwood Premier Tokyo or Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo works best for Tokyo Station access. Entry-level studios start from ¥17,000 at our July 2026 check, while larger apartments cost substantially more; all rates vary by season, dates, occupancy, and room type. For Shinjuku specifically, the full seven-property breakdown is at our Shinjuku serviced apartments guide; for Shibuya, see the Shibuya serviced apartments guide. Both cover walk times by exit, monthly discount structures, and which rooms include in-unit laundry.
Quick comparison: Tokyo serviced apartments by trip type
Tokyo serviced apartments are easiest to compare by legal occupancy, kitchen type, laundry setup, and station access rather than by brand label.
| Name | Area | Price range | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West | Nishi-Shinjuku | from ¥49,000 | Families and groups of 4-6 |
| Citadines Shinjuku Tokyo | Shinjuku-Gyoenmae | from ¥22,000 | Couples who want a real kitchenette |
| Oakwood Premier Tokyo | Tokyo Station | from ¥40,000 | Rail trips and in-room laundry |
| Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo | Otemachi | from ¥45,000 | Long stays with more living space |
| Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya | Shibuya | from ¥28,000 | Full kitchen and washer-dryer in one room |
Price floors were checked in July 2026 and vary by season, cancellation terms, party size, and apartment category. Confirm the exact room facilities in the final booking screen.
Of the five properties in the table, all five provide a kitchen in at least one bookable room category, while four provide an in-room washer-dryer in at least one category; MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West uses a shared laundry room instead (checked July 2026). That distinction matters on a 10-night trip because “laundry available” can mean a private machine, coin laundry, or a paid service.
What counts as a serviced apartment in Tokyo
A Tokyo serviced apartment may be a residence with hotel services, an apartment hotel with a front desk, or an extended-stay hotel room with a kitchenette. The useful test is not the label. Check whether the room has a sink and cooking hob, whether cookware is included, whether the washing machine is inside the room, and how often housekeeping enters.
Citadines Shinjuku Tokyo, for example, provides a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, kettle, tableware, and cooking equipment. This is a different property from Citadines Central Shinjuku Tokyo in Kabukicho, whose official information states that its rooms do not have kitchenettes. Similar names are a common booking trap, so match the full property name and address.
MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West for groups
MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West is the strongest west-Tokyo choice when four to six travelers want one apartment and a dining table.
Every apartment has a furnished kitchen and dining area. The 40 m² Family Apartment sleeps four adults with two single beds and one bunk bed, while selected one-bedroom and Japanese apartments accept up to six adults. The property does not provide washer-dryers inside standard apartments; guests use the shared laundry room.
The hotel is about a 10-min walk from JR Shinjuku Station South Exit, or roughly 8 minutes from Tocho-mae Station on the Toei Oedo Line; routing can shift with ongoing station construction. Groups considering this property should also read our detailed Shinjuku serviced-apartment guide, which compares it with Tokyu Stay, Citadines, and HUNDRED STAY.
Citadines Shinjuku Tokyo for couples and extended stays
Citadines Shinjuku Tokyo is the balanced choice for one or two travelers who need cooking facilities but do not need a separate bedroom.
The residence is near Shinjuku-Gyoenmae Station rather than the JR Shinjuku platforms. Its studio format includes a kitchen, and a self-service launderette is available in the building. That means the room stays compact and the laundry is shared. It works particularly well for a couple planning a week in Tokyo who would rather cook breakfast and wash clothes every few days than pay for a large family apartment.
Use Shinjuku-Gyoenmae Station Exit 2 for the shortest walk (about 5 minutes), or Exit 3 if you need step-free access, and confirm the accessible route before arrival. If nightlife access is more important than a kitchen, the similarly named Citadines Central Shinjuku Tokyo sits in Kabukicho but offers a different room setup.
Oakwood Premier Tokyo and Ascott Marunouchi for Tokyo Station access
Oakwood Premier Tokyo and Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo trade lower prices for direct access to Tokyo's main intercity rail hub.
Oakwood Premier Tokyo sits just north of Tokyo Station, about a 2-min walk from the Yaesu North Exit, and equips its apartments with a furnished kitchen and in-unit washer-dryer. This is the convenient choice for travelers taking the Shinkansen to Kyoto or Osaka with several suitcases: moving bags once can be worth more than saving a small amount on a distant hotel.
Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo connects directly to Otemachi Station via Exit C6a and offers studios through multi-bedroom apartments. Its official amenities list kitchens and washer-dryers but warns that some room types lack one or both. Book an apartment category that explicitly lists those facilities rather than assuming every studio has them. Weekly housekeeping for long stays is another point to check against your preferred privacy and towel schedule.
Tokyu Stay and Hyatt House when in-room laundry matters
Tokyu Stay and Hyatt House are the easiest brands to understand when a private washer-dryer is non-negotiable.
Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya lists a fully fitted kitchen, washer-dryer, workspace, and living area in its 32 m² standard rooms and larger suites. It is the higher-service option near Shibuya's New South Gate. Our separate guide compares Shibuya serviced apartments by room type and stay length.
Tokyu Stay properties generally focus on compact rooms with microwaves and washer-dryers; kitchenettes depend on the property and exact category. The practical advantage is doing laundry privately while sleeping or sightseeing. The trade-off is that a two-person Tokyu Stay room is not a substitute for an apartment legally rated for five people.
How to choose by area, occupancy and housekeeping
The correct Tokyo base is the one that removes the hardest repeated task from the itinerary.
- Choose Shinjuku for west-Tokyo day trips and a wide restaurant range.
- Choose Shibuya for nightlife and a private washer-dryer at Hyatt House or Tokyu Stay.
- Choose Tokyo Station or Otemachi for Shinkansen travel and airport transfers.
- Choose a stated five- or six-person apartment for a larger family; do not add undeclared guests to a two-person studio.
Housekeeping also changes the feel of a long stay. Some residences clean daily on short bookings but reduce service to weekly for extended stays. Read what is included, whether towel exchange is self-service, and whether rubbish collection requires a request. Families needing one legal room can use our guide to Tokyo rooms that sleep five.
Final shortlist by traveler type
The final shortlist keeps the decision tied to party size and the facilities you will actually use.
| Name | Area | Price range | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West | Shinjuku West Exit side | from ¥49,000 | One apartment for 4-6 |
| Citadines Shinjuku Tokyo | Shinjuku-Gyoenmae | from ¥22,000 | Value studio with kitchen |
| Oakwood Premier Tokyo | Tokyo Station | from ¥40,000 | Shinkansen-heavy itineraries |
| Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo | Otemachi Exit C6a | from ¥45,000 | Spacious premium long stay |
| Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya | Shibuya Sakura Stage | from ¥28,000 | Private kitchen and laundry |
All rates vary by season and availability. Enter every adult and child before comparing totals because Japan hotel pricing and legal capacity are tied to the registered party.
Trip Essentials for Tokyo
Things worth booking before you land, all in English:
- eSIM — Airalo's Japan eSIM: install it at home and data works as soon as you switch off airplane mode at Haneda or Narita. Comparing providers? See our Japan eSIM guide.
- Airport transfer — Welcome Pickups runs fixed-price door-to-door pickups from Haneda or Narita; Klook sells the airport bus and train tickets if you'd rather ride.
- Luggage storage — arriving before check-in? Radical Storage takes bags at shops near Tokyo's major stations for a flat daily rate.
- Tickets and day trips — Klook covers teamLab tickets, Tokyo Skytree, and Hakone day trips; booking ahead skips the ticket-window line.
FAQ: serviced apartments in Tokyo
Can tourists book serviced apartments in Tokyo for one week?
Yes. Apartment hotels such as MIMARU, Citadines, Tokyu Stay, Hyatt House, Oakwood, and Ascott accept short tourist stays, although some discounted residence rates require longer bookings. Select the exact dates before relying on a displayed rate.
Do all Tokyo serviced apartments have washing machines?
No. Oakwood Premier Tokyo and Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya list washer-dryers inside apartments, while MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West uses shared laundry. Ascott facilities vary by room category, so the final room description controls.
Is a serviced apartment cheaper than two Tokyo hotel rooms?
It can be for four to six registered guests because one larger apartment replaces two rooms and adds a kitchen. For one or two travelers, a compact business hotel may cost less than a full apartment.
Which Tokyo area is best for a first long stay?
Shinjuku works for broad rail access and dining, Shibuya works for nightlife and in-room laundry choices, and Tokyo Station works for intercity travel. Choose around the most repeated journey rather than one sightseeing stop.
Information audit: Last fact-checked July 2026 · Prices checked July 2026 (all rates are “from” floors that vary by season) · How this guide was researched: hotel facilities, prices and access details are verified against official and primary sources; we have not personally stayed at every property listed · How this site verifies information: About NipponStays.
