Question 1

What's the cheapest accommodation type in Japan?

Accepted Answer

Capsule hotels (¥2,000-4,000/night) are cheapest, followed by guesthouses/hostels (¥2,500-5,000), then business hotels (¥5,000-10,000).

Question 2

What's the difference between ryokan and onsen hotels?

Accepted Answer

Ryokan are traditional Japanese inns with tatami rooms, futons, and kaiseki meals. Onsen hotels offer both Western rooms and large baths. Ryokan cost ¥15,000-50,000/night, onsen hotels ¥10,000-30,000.

Question 3

What are typical check-in times?

Accepted Answer

Typically 15:00 check-in, 10:00-11:00 check-out. Business hotels may allow 14:00 check-in. Most hotels will store luggage before check-in.

Question 4

Is Booking.com or Agoda cheaper?

Accepted Answer

Agoda tends to be stronger for Asian properties, Booking.com for Western ones. For Japanese hotels, prices are similar but Agoda often has more coupons. Best to compare both.

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