The B Ikebukuro, TokyoThe B Ikebukuro in Tokyo, Japan has a corrected score of 2.9 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 271 of 320 hotels we score in Tokyo. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.6 before correction: Booking.com 2.7, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 2.0. Rooms from about $95 a night (cached, not a live quote).The B Ikebukuro is a contemporary hotel located in the Ikebukuro district. Opened in 2009, the property features modern interiors and an on-site restaurant. It serves travellers looking for value in a central area surrounded by numerous shops and dining options. Guests can access free Wi-Fi and a breakfast buffet during their stay. The hotel is situated near major transport links, making local travel straightforward. However, the guest rooms are compact, and the views from the windows look out onto the main road.What stands out

Close to shops and dining

Good transport links

Clean and tidy rooms

Helpful staff

Watch out for

Small room sizes

Limited English speaking staff

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