The hype
Travelers love the public bath and the zero-friction access to the train, but everyone complains about the lack of floor space.
Apa Hotel Keisei Narita-Ekimae
$45-85/ notte
Prenota se You have an early flight or late arrival at Narita and want a hot spring soak before bed without leaving the station area.
Perché piace così tanto
- Literal 1-minute walk from Keisei Narita Station (East Exit)
- Free artificial radium hot spring (onsen) to melt off jet lag
- Lawson convenience store attached directly to the ground floor
In sintesi: It’s a classic APA: the room is the size of a parking space and the decor is eccentric, but the bed is soft and the location is unbeatable for transit.
Recensito da @eatdrinkandbekerry: I stayed here during a layover and honestly, I loved how cozy it was! It felt like a little caravan with everything within arm's reach. The bathroom is tiny but the high-tech toilet is amazing, and finding a little origami crane on my bed made me smile so much.
Cosa hanno detto gli ospiti che hanno soggiornato qui
Reality check
The 'airport shuttle' is a nice bonus if the timing works, but most guests find the Keisei train faster and more reliable.
- You are a solo traveler with carry-on luggage
- You love a hot bath after a long flight
- You want to explore Naritasan Shinshoji Temple (15-min walk) during a layover
Pulizia e manutenzione
8.4
- Housekeeping: Efficient and generally reliable, though 'eco-clean' means they skip full sheet changes unless requested.
- Bathroom hygiene: Bathrooms are molded plastic units—easy to clean and usually spotless, though grout can darken in older rooms.
- Maintenance: Everything works, but the decor (orange/black motifs) hides wear and tear. Wallpapers are occasionally peeling in corners.
- Linens & towels: Towels are standard APA quality—clean but not plush. Bedding is a crisp duvet style.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells of faint sanitizer; smoking rooms have a distinct lingering odor despite deodorizers.
Sleepability™
7.5SILENZIOSO
0-4RUMOROSO
4-7.5MODERATO
7.5-10SILENZIOSO
- Hallway conversations due to thin doors
- Occasional train rumble on lower floors (station side)
Prima di prenotare
Buono a sapersi
- Luggage storage is free on check-in/out days, but overnight storage for return trips is usually not allowed.
- The public bath is open 3 PM–1 AM and 6 AM–10 AM.
- Check-out is strict at 10 AM; late check-out costs 1,000 JPY per hour.
Cosa portare
- Small pajamas (hotel provides yukata, but they can be stiff)
- Tattoo cover stickers if you plan to use the onsen
- A multi-port USB charger (outlets can be scarce in older rooms)
Genio delle camere
Migliori scelte
- High floor (10F+) facing the station for cool train views without the noise
- Corner rooms for a tiny bit of extra breathing room
Camere da evitare
- Low floors near the elevator (high foot traffic noise)
- Smoking rooms—smell can be persistent even in 'deodorized' ones
Genio delle richieste camera – copia e incolla
“I would appreciate a high-floor room away from the elevator. If available, a view of the station side is preferred.”
FAQ e consigli nascosti
Tutto ciò che vuoi davvero sapere prima di prenotare.
Is the airport shuttle actually free?
Yes, but it runs on a limited schedule (mostly morning/evening) and fills up. The train is 260 JPY and runs every 20 mins—usually the better option.
Can I walk to the temple from here?
Yes, it's a pleasant 15-20 minute walk through the Omotesando shopping street to Naritasan Shinshoji.
Is there food nearby late at night?
Yes, a Lawson is attached to the hotel, and several izakayas near the station stay open until midnight.
Do the rooms have fridges?
Yes, small empty mini-fridges. You have to turn them on via a switch near the desk.
Is the public bath co-ed?
No, it is gender-segregated. There is no private family bath.
Does the hotel accept cash?
Yes, but they also have automated check-in kiosks that take credit cards for a faster process.
Suggerimenti degli Insider
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The 'Cloud Fit' beds are softer than typical Japanese hotel mattresses—great for Western sleepers.
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There is a currency exchange machine in the lobby if you need last-minute Yen.
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Skip the hotel breakfast if you're in a rush; the Lawson downstairs has fresh onigiri and coffee for a fraction of the price.
5 cose da sapere prima di partire
💡The 'eco-cleaning' policy means they won't change sheets daily unless you explicitly ask.
💡The TV turns on automatically with a loud APA commercial every time you enter the room.
💡The bathtub in the room is oval-shaped and deeper than it looks—actually decent for a soak if you skip the public bath.
💡You get a free bottle of water on the first day, but not on subsequent days.
💡The elevators can be slow during the 9 AM checkout rush—leave 10 minutes early.
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