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A modern building with large windows and a flat roof, surrounded by trees and a parking area.
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A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by trees and modern buildings.
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A rustic building with a sign reading "FIREHOUSE" and a wooden bench outside.
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Stay near popular Hongo attractions

University of Tokyo

7.4/10 (44 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

NZ$42
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai

Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai

NZ$82
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai
Picture 15 for Activity Tokyo: Imperial Palace, Sensō-ji Temple, & Tokyo Tower Tour

TokyoAfternoon Bus Tour Imperial Palace, Asakusa,Tokyo Tower

NZ$67
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
TokyoAfternoon Bus Tour Imperial Palace, Asakusa,Tokyo Tower
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

NZ$6
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Tokyo Go Kart Tour Asakusa, Skytree, and Akihabara **IDP MUST**

Tokyo Go Kart Tour Asakusa, Skytree, and Akihabara **IDP MUST**

NZ$158
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Go Kart Tour Asakusa, Skytree, and Akihabara **IDP MUST**
Tokyo After 5: Small Group Evening Food Tasting Tour

Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours

NZ$117
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours
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Our pick of the best Hongo Hotel Deals

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3

4 out of 5
2-7-1 Hanedakuko, Oota Tokyo Tokyo
The price is NZ$170 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$170
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel

4 out of 5
2-8-16 Shiomi Tokyo Tokyo
The price is NZ$314 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$314
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5,750 reviews)
"We had an excellent stay at Shiomi Prince Hotel and were extremely impressed by the overall value. It was a wonderful place to stay, with comfortable accommodations, excellent service, and a level of hospitality that made our visit completely stress-free. The staff were multilingual, thoughtful, ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is NZ$255 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$255
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,362 reviews)
"This hotel was so nice staff is great very clean good AC 7 Eleven right inside Lawson across the street everything was walking distance away easy to find when out walking just look for Godzilla"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishishinjuku Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is NZ$138 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$138
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 15 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
KOKO HOTEL Premier Tokyo Bay Makuhari

KOKO HOTEL Premier Tokyo Bay Makuhari

2 out of 5
2-7-1 Chiba Chiba
The price is NZ$60 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$60
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Chiba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Popular attractions ZOZO Marine Stadium and Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari ...
KOKO HOTEL Premier Tokyo Bay Makuhari
THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku

THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku

3.5 out of 5
4-31-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is NZ$115 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$115
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,328 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Shinjuku. Easily accessible, near a park, and good restaurant and bread bakery/sandwich shop on the ground floor."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku
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Our guide on where to stay in Hongo

Find the best Hongo areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern skyscraper with a distinctive geometric facade, surrounded by other buildings and trees.

Shinjuku

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Shinjuku. Check out top attractions like Shinjuku Subnade and Samurai Museum, and jump on the metro at Shinjuku-sanchome Station or Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station to see more of the city.

A bustling urban street with a prominent glass building, various commercial signs, and a crowd of people.

Shibuya

Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Shibuya Crossing and Yoyogi National Gymnasium. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.

A modern building with a geometric facade and illuminated signage, including a prominent 'NISSAN CROSSING' sign.

Ginza

Enjoy the popular shops in Ginza. Ginza Six is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ginza Station or Higashi-ginza Station to see more of Tokyo.

A traditional Japanese gate with red pillars and intricate carvings, surrounded by lush greenery and people.

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.

A traditional Japanese building with a red exterior and grey roof, surrounded by cherry blossom trees.

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.

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