Compare short-term and long-term accommodation costs, hotels vs monthly rentals, and discover why furnished houses like Nana House offer better value for families and extended stays.
Tokyo is an incredible city to explore — but accommodation costs can quickly become one of the biggest expenses of your trip. Whether you’re staying for a few days, a few weeks, or several months, choosing the right type of accommodation can save you thousands of yen.
A short-term stay usually means staying for 1 to 14 days. Common options include:
Hotels
Hostels
Airbnb rooms
Serviced apartments
Easy booking
No contract
Central locations
High nightly rates
Small rooms
No kitchen
Limited laundry
Extra fees for families or groups
A long-term stay usually means staying for 1 month or more. Popular options include:
Monthly apartments
Furnished private houses
Serviced residences
Lower daily cost
More space
Kitchen and laundry
Better privacy
Family-friendly
Accommodation Type | Daily Cost | Monthly Cost (Approx.) |
Hotel | ¥20,000–¥40,000 | ¥600,000–¥1,200,000 |
Serviced Apartment | ¥15,000–¥30,000 | ¥450,000–¥900,000 |
Monthly Apartment | ¥8,000–¥15,000 | ¥240,000–¥450,000 |
Furnished House | ¥7,000–¥13,000 | ¥210,000–¥390,000 |
Prices vary by season, location, and availability, but long-term rentals almost always offer better value.
Feature | Hotel | Monthly Apartment | Private House |
Cost (Long Stay) | ❌ High | ✅ Medium | ✅ Best Value |
Space | ❌ Small | ✅ Medium | ✅ Large |
Kitchen | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
Laundry | ❌ | Sometimes | ✅ |
Privacy | Medium | High | Very High |
Family Comfort | ❌ | Good | Excellent |
Group Stay | ❌ | Limited | Excellent |
Breakfast charges
Laundry services
Extra beds
Parking fees
Deposit (敷金)
Key money (礼金)
Agent fees
Utility setup costs
Cleaning fees
Utility caps (some providers limit usage)
Short-term accommodation is best if you:
Stay less than 5–7 days
Move between multiple cities
Want a central tourist location
Don’t need a kitchen or laundry
Long-term accommodation is ideal if you:
Stay 2 weeks or more
Travel with family or children
Work remotely
Need space and privacy
Want better cost efficiency
Families often book multiple hotel rooms, which can double or triple the cost. A furnished private house allows everyone to stay together in one space, cook meals, and manage daily life more easily.
This often leads to:
Lower food expenses
Better sleep
Less stress
More enjoyable travel experience
Nana House Tokyo offers fully furnished private houses designed for both short-term and long-term stays, making it a flexible option for families, digital nomads, and international travelers.
Multiple bedrooms
Full kitchen
Washing machine & drying space
Baby-friendly equipment
Free parking (select locations)
Foreign-friendly support
Long-stay discounts
Option | Estimated Monthly Cost |
Hotel (2 rooms) | ¥800,000+ |
Serviced Apartment | ¥500,000+ |
Monthly Apartment | ¥300,000–¥400,000 |
Furnished House (Nana House) | ¥250,000–¥350,000 |
Nerima
Ekoda
Sakaecho
Ikebukuro outskirts
These areas offer better value without sacrificing train access.
Book monthly instead of weekly
Avoid peak seasons when possible
Ask about long-stay discounts
Choose houses near train stations to save on transport time
Want to reduce accommodation costs without sacrificing comfort or space?
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Yes. For stays longer than two weeks, monthly rentals and private houses are usually much cheaper than hotels.
Yes, when they follow Japanese short-term rental regulations and proper registration.
Yes. Many furnished rentals like Nana House offer simple booking without a Japanese guarantor.
