Hotel Abest Meguro vs Similar Hotels

Room issues reported: peeling wallpaper, dated structure, no phone in room, shaky closet door, and uncomfortable/poor-quality beds or furniture (couch).

Rooms were generally described as comfortable and spacious for Japanese standards.

Rooms were frequently described as small, which negatively impacted the overall comfort.

Some negative comments about room noise and furniture age.

Multiple reviews mention poor cleanliness (dirty rooms, unclean sheet covers, a putrid couch, general lack of cleanliness and low bed quality).

Several guests mentioned issues with cleanliness, particularly regarding bathroom curtains and other minor cleanliness issues.

Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues such as spots on curtains and walls, and inconsistency in room vacuuming.

Specifically mentioned as clean by multiple reviewers.

Repeatedly highlighted as a major strength: very close to the train station and highly convenient (mentioned in many reviews).

Numerous guests praised the hotel's proximity to Shinagawa station and restaurants, indicating a great location.

Many reviews praised the hotel's convenient location close to train stations and easy access to the airport.

Multiple reviews praised the convenient location near the station.

Consistently praised front/staff for polite and helpful service in several reviews, with only a single report of a somewhat terse response during a technical issue.

Most reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff, contributing positively to the service experience.

Staff were reported to be friendly and helpful, providing assistance during stays.

Staff was noted as helpful and polite in several reviews.

Breakfast received positive mentions (morning steak, satisfactory offerings) and nearby bakery noted; overall food impressions are favorable.

Feedback was mixed about the breakfast offerings, which some found limited.

Breakfast received positive mentions with no significant complaints.

Notably appreciated the dining options available.

Positive notes on free drinks, availability of manga/reading material and other conveniences; some amenities (e.g., bathing when hot-water outage occurred) were not well supported in one incident.

Amenities were appreciated, though some guests noted missing vending machines and limited breakfast options.

Facilities like the onsen were appreciated, although some amenities had room for improvement.

Mentioned some good amenities, but room for improvement in offerings.

Several reviewers felt the price did not match the offering ('Preis Leistung stimmt hier überhaupt nicht', '金額に釣り合わない'), indicating poor value perception.

Value was considered good with breakfast included and reasonable pricing for the location.

While some felt the price was fair due to location and amenities, others indicated potential for better value given room size.

General sentiment indicates value, but some complaints about pricing.