Where to stay in Tokyo for the Olympics: Airbnb, hotels – even love hotels and cruise ships
- Places are getting booked up quickly for the 2020 Olympics so if you’re thinking of going, now is the time to get things figured out
- Besides pricey hotels, there are a range of alternative options: capsule hotels, hostels – even love hotels and parked-up cruise ships
With less than a year to go before Tokyo hosts the 2020 Summer Olympics, it’s time to book your accommodation immediately if you’re planning on attending.
Even though Tokyo can hold a lot of people – the greater Tokyo area is ranked the most populous metropolitan area on the planet – it’s going to be a battle for Olympics travellers to find a place to stay during the games thanks to a 14,000-room shortfall.
Hotels are already filling up – or blocking out dates to host Olympics personnel – around the games’ 17-day running period, from July 24 to August 9. Prices for what’s left are quadrupling.
Even if you’re still trying to get your hands on tickets, you’ll want to figure out your sleeping arrangements as soon as possible.
But what kind of place should you book? Tokyo offers an array of interesting, luxurious and sometimes confusing accommodation for travellers to experience. To decide what’s best for you, here’s a breakdown of options.
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