Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International
by the TopOfHotel team
Richmond Premier is the hotel that does everything well with no weak spot — clean, well-staffed, and a short walk from Sensoji, which is why it tops the list.
Richmond Premier is the hotel that does everything well with no weak spot — clean, well-staffed, and a short walk from Sensoji, which is why it tops the list.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
When someone asks us where to stay in Asakusa without rolling the dice, Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International is the first name out of our mouth. Richmond is a Japanese chain known for consistency, and the Premier tier earns the label — rooms are genuinely spotless, the bed is comfortable, and the bathroom is laid out with care. The footprint is standard Tokyo size, not unusually large, but every square metre is used well, so it reads as restful rather than cramped. The look is clean and functional over stylish, which is the honest trade-off here.
Food and amenities
What pushes the score to 9.2 is the service. Staff are polite, attentive, and actually useful with sightseeing questions. The breakfast earns repeat praise from guests for variety and quality, and it sets up a sightseeing day better than a vending-machine pastry would. You also get free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and coin laundry — the practical stuff that matters on a long Tokyo trip.
Location and getting there
The hotel sits in the heart of Asakusa. Under ten minutes on foot gets you to Sensoji Temple, the landmark red Kaminarimon Gate, and Nakamise Street, the lane packed with traditional sweets and souvenir stalls. Evenings here are made for wandering the old-Tokyo atmosphere. Asakusa Station is close, with easy trains out to Tokyo Skytree (about 1.5 km) and other districts when you want to range wider.
Things to know before booking
Rates start around $97 a night, clearly higher than the budget business hotels nearby, so this is a comfort-and-reliability pick rather than a cheap-sleep one. The rooms are standard Tokyo dimensions — fine for two, but tight if you were hoping to spread out. And the design prioritises tidiness over flair, so book elsewhere if you want a hotel that doubles as a backdrop.
Our take
Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International is the best fit for couples and families who want a dependable, quality base for an Asakusa trip. We recommend it with confidence — it is not the most exciting hotel on the list, but it is the one that quietly makes every night of your trip go smoothly.
Score Breakdown
Assessed by our editorial team from data and real guest reviews
The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- The highest guest score in this entire roundup — 9.2 on Trip.com, with Agoda and Booking.com landing right alongside it at 9.2 and 9.0.
- Cleanliness and service hit the reliable Richmond-chain standard, scoring 9.4 and 9.2 respectively, so you know what you are getting before you check in.
- Asakusa location that walks to the headliners: Sensoji Temple in 6 minutes, the Kaminarimon Gate in 8, and Nakamise Street in 7.
- The breakfast draws repeat praise from guests for both variety and quality — a genuinely good start to a sightseeing day rather than an afterthought.
- Asakusa Station is a 7-minute walk, putting Tokyo Skytree, Ueno, and the rest of the city one easy train ride away.
- Rates start around $97 a night, noticeably higher than the bare-bones budget business hotels a few streets over.
- Rooms are built to standard Tokyo dimensions, so do not expect generous floor space even in the Premier category.
- The design leans tidy and functional rather than stylish — comfortable, but not the place to book if you want a hotel that photographs.
Who It’s For
Match Score by travel style
Amenities
Location & Nearby Spots
Insider Tips
- Walk to Sensoji Temple at dawn — far fewer people, cleaner photos, and a calm you will not get by mid-morning.
- Book the rate that includes breakfast; guests consistently rate the spread highly and it saves hunting for a morning meal.
- Use Asakusa Station to connect onward to Tokyo Skytree and other districts without backtracking.