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Bonheur Akasaka: Apartment Units, Bed Plans and Self Check-in
Bonheur Akasaka
When choosing a multi-person apartment, it’s more important to select by unit: bed number, floor, and self-check-in are all more important than just looking at spacious photos.
Location and Transportation | Room Types and Photos | Breakfast | Accommodation Tips
What would I choose?
If several travel companions want to stay in the same apartment, with a kitchen and the ability to eat together, I would include Bonheur Akasaka in the comparison. The key point in choosing it is the actual unit, rather than treating the entire building as a uniform hotel room type.
I will first ask for the room number, bed, and floor. Different units have different sizes and occupancy rates, and there are requirements regarding lighting, climbing stairs, or having a private bed. You should make your expectations clear before booking.
What attracts me, and what I need to think about before ordering.
What attracts me
- The apartment has a kitchen and laundry facilities, making it suitable for people who like to manage their own daily routines.
- A specific unit of approximately 57 square meters can accommodate multiple people living together.
- A comparison of the Akasaka, Akasaka-mi-tsuke and Tameike-sanno-ka-i routes.
I will keep an eye on it.
- The number of people and bed configurations vary from unit to unit, so don’t just look at the building name.
- You should ask directly about the floor and lighting; don’t guess based on the room number.
- The guest had raised concerns about drainage, odor, and cleaning, so those sensitive to bathroom details should pay attention first.
Location and Transportation: Plan your route in advance if you have luggage.
The operator’s 401 unit is about a 3-minute walk from Akasaka, about a 5-minute walk from Akasaka-mitsuke, and about a 9-minute walk from Tameike-Sanno. There is no designated exit. I will use the check-in instructions for Akasaka 5-1-33 and the actual unit to find the door, and save the contact information for opening the door offline.
There is a ground-level elevator at Exit 3a on the Hitotsuki-dori side of Akasaka Station, which is different from the usual exit route. If you need to avoid stairs the entire time, please ask the operator to provide information including the building entrance and your unit’s floor. Don’t just guess whether there is an elevator based on the room number.
Surrounding Itinerary: How would I plan my trip while staying here?
I’ll use Akasaka as my dining and daily base, and then plan my outings by subway. The apartment will be more useful when a group of us come back to have dinner and do laundry together; if it’s just for one night and I’m arriving very late, I’ll first consider whether self-check-in is convenient.
Room type and space: Think about the bed and travel companions together.
The operator has 401, a 2LDK (two-bedroom, two-bedroom, two-bedroom) unit, 57.44 square meters, with one double bed, two single beds, and a set of bedding, accommodating a maximum of 5 people; 301, also in the same unit, is 57.44 square meters but accommodates 4 people; 501 has an additional 57.1 square meters. Beds and occupancy must be considered in pairs; the specifications of 401 cannot be applied to all units.
I have specific requirements regarding floor level and lighting, and I will ask the operator to provide those details directly, rather than judging based solely on the room number 401. The photos below are grouped by room number; please compare them with your own unit’s photo, bed, and amenities; the layout, furniture, and lighting vary between units.
Standard Room 401 Photos
Standard Room 501 Photos
High-end industrial style 101 photos
High-end modern style 201 photos
High-end urban style, photo 301
Shared photos for multiple room types
Actual photos of the guest room
Photos of the interior space and accommodations
How should breakfast be arranged?
I plan my breakfasts like a self-catering apartment: I’ll buy simple food or find a shop in the Akasaka neighborhood. The kitchen and washing machine are living facilities and do not represent a restaurant or regular breakfast service.
Things I’ll pay attention to when staying one night versus staying consecutively.
For short stays, prepare your check-in information, door opening instructions, and contact details beforehand; some guests have suggested filling out the information in advance for a smoother arrival. For extended stays, inquire about garbage collection, cleaning, and towel replenishment arrangements.
Some people like the location and spaciousness, while others encounter problems with sewer odors, bathtubs, and drainage. I will inquire about the current condition of the bathroom before booking, and those who are particularly sensitive to odors will also compare other options, not just focusing on a large space while ignoring daily comfort.
Information checked: 2026-10-24