2025 Review: Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku — A Hassle-Free Stay for Tokyo Newcomers

Should You Stay at Sunroute Plaza?

Looking for a clean, convenient, foreigner‑friendly-hotel just minutes from Shinjuku Station?  

We visited Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku and walked the area to see if it lives up to the hype — for many travellers the answer is, yes!

Recommended for

• First‑time Tokyo visitors who want zero surprises  
• Business travellers needing comfort and quiet  
• Early‑train or airport‑bus users

Why First‑Timers & Business Travellers Choose Sunroute

• 3‑minute walk from JR Shinjuku South Exit — ideal for Busta Shinjuku airport buses  
• We walked around the area ourselves and found that the sidewalks are well-organized and wide, so you won’t have any trouble walking with large luggage. The roads are also flat, which makes it easy for your luggage wheels to roll smoothly.
• Safe, orderly streets; easy to navigate even on a first Japan trip  
• Lobby vibe: clean, professional, efficient 

Room Overview — Simplicity & Comfort

Hotel Sunroute hotel Shinjuku

Standard rooms are 15.7m² ~ 28.2m² amenities include:  

• Crisp linens, firm beds  
• Sleepwear, toiletries, tea kit  
• Mostly non‑smoking floors  
• Bath towel / Toothbrush set

Vibe is calm and functional rather than fancy.

They use Simmons bed which is one the ofamous bed maker and provide you with the best travel experience. (We stayed at a hotel that featured Simmons beds, and it was the best. The mattress was neither too soft nor too firm, which helped maintain proper posture and provided an excellent sleeping experience.
Once you’ve slept on a bed like that, it’s hard to go back to a regular one.

Getting There — 3 Minutes on Foot

Route is flat and luggage‑friendly.  

1. Exit JR Shinjuku Station South Exit  
2. Walk past Takashimaya and Busta Shinjuku
3. Hotel entrance is on your right; clear bilingual signs  

We photographed major signs to help future travellers.

Facilities for Remote Work & Tech

• Free Wi‑Fi, desk, multiple power outlets  
• Quiet enough for calls; perfect for short work sprints  

Everyday Conveniences

• Coin laundry on guest floors  
• Vending machines + microwave in common area  
• Free luggage storage pre‑/post‑stay  
• Barrier‑free rooms on request  

Essentials Within 5 Minutes (verified)

• 7‑Eleven / FamilyMart (1‑2 min)  
• Pharmacies: Matsumoto Kiyoshi, Tomod’s  
• ATMs for foreign cards inside convenience stores  
• SIM & tech: BicCamera (South), Don Quijote  
• Cafés with Wi‑Fi: Starbucks, Doutor, Tully’s  
• 1 min to Mcdonalds!! (We love it)

Having a McDonald’s nearby is a huge relief for anyone missing familiar food from home!

Night Safety — What We Saw

• Streets well‑lit late into the night  
• Near gov’t offices & department stores — calm foot traffic  
• Police box nearby  
• Elevator keycard access for guests only  

Great for solo travellers, women, first‑timers.

We’ve explored most parts of Shinjuku, and this area stands out as the safest—especially when it comes to noise levels, the number of intoxicated individuals, and encounters with unsettling behavior.

We can confidently say that Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku is the best choice for first-time visitors to Tokyo or those traveling for business. It offers a calm, secure environment that ensures a comfortable stay.

We have another article that explains about Shinjuku itself!

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Who Should Stay at Sunroute?

• Early‑morning train or bus users. (The famous bus stop which is Basta Shinjuku is really near like 5min and the road between is very safe)
• Business travellers wanting no‑fuss comfort  
• First‑timers who don’t want to risk a bad pick. (We have experienced several time and west entrance area are okay in general)

If simplicity, access, cleanliness are top priorities, Sunroute Plaza is one of Shinjuku’s most reliable choices.

Booking Tips & Final Thoughts

• Rates: ¥9 000 – 13 000 per night (season‑dependent)  
• Peak seasons (sakura, autumn) — book 1 month ahead