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Scored out of 100 by LGBTQ+ travelers on staff friendliness, inclusivity, and likelihood to recommend.
100Gay Welcoming ScoreRated by LGBTQ+ travelers
Ranked#1 Hotel
Shinjuku Kuyakusho-mae Capsule Hotel
5 (12)
Hotel * • Tokyo
9 min · Arch (Gay Saunas & Cruising)Wi-Fi • Adult Only • Sauna
Pedro·5·Feb. 2025· "Everything is fine, thank you"
100Gay Welcoming ScoreRated by LGBTQ+ travelers
Ranked#2 Hotel
Nagomi-Ryokan Yuu
5 (4)
Hotel ** • Kyoto
Wi-Fi • Restaurant • Smoking allowed
Benjamin·5·Feb. 2026· "Top-notch welcome, ideal location between the train station and the city center, the rooms are typical and functional, traditional hearty breakfasts ;)"
100Gay Welcoming ScoreRated by LGBTQ+ travelers
Ranked#3 Hotel
100% gay
Hotel Adonis Tokyo - LGBTQ Friendly Men Only Hostel
5 (9)
Hotel ** • Tokyo
Wi-Fi • Adult Only • Restaurant
Rodrigo·5·Jun. 2023· "I love the Adonis hotel. I have stayed this the 3rd time. Mike can give you greay suggestions."
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Ranked#4 Hotel
Ueno Station Hostel Oriental 1 Male Only
5 (8)
Hotel ** • Tokyo
22 min · 24 Kaikan - Ueno (Gay Saunas & Cruising)Gay District • Wi-Fi • Elevator
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shijo
5 (1)
Hotel **** • Kyoto
Wi-Fi • Parking • Elevator
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Carta Hotel Kyoto Gion
5 (1)
Hotel *** • Kyoto
Wi-Fi • Elevator
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Rakucho Ryokan
5 (1)
Hotel ** • Kyoto
Wi-Fi • Adult Only
97Gay Welcoming ScoreRated by LGBTQ+ travelers
APA Hotel Shinjuku Gyoemmae
4.83 (6)
Hotel *** • Tokyo
6 min · Arch (Gay Saunas & Cruising)Gay District • Wi-Fi • Hot tub
Eric·4·Aug. 2025· "I enjoyed my stay here! Yes, the rooms are quite small, but they are well-appointed with everything needed, including generous towels and a Yukata for the Onsen if that's your thing. If you're planning on being a tourist, this is perfect. The AC shuts off while you are away, but the room cools down quickly once you turn it back on. The staff is extremely friendly and eager to please. They helped me out with every question, and one even chased me out of the hotel to update me on a question. The location can't be beat. For transport, you are steps from Shinjuku Gyoemmae Station and a short walk to Shinjuku proper, and if you're planning on going for a late night to either the Red Light District or Nichome, you're a very short stumble back to bed.
A few warnings: Do not arrive at check-in time (3 PM). The lobby is very small, and there is chaos at the check-in desk and the elevators. The staff is doing their best, but they are overwhelmed. Either ask for early check-in, or arrive earlier, drop your bags off to be held and spend the afternoon out. The beds have Japanese pillows, which are very firm and have beads in them to keep them cool. I don't find these particularly comfortable, so you might want to consider packing one for yourself. I would strongly not recommend the breakfast either. The food wasn't very good, and for 2000 Yen, there are better options in the immediate area.
Overall, I had a great experience staying here and would recommend it for a hotel close to Shinjuku Nichome!"
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Instant bookingEntire place • Minato City
5 (1)
HEART OF TOKYO/FANCY AREA/AZABUJUBAN/MINATO-KU 2
1 Bedroom • 1 Bed • 1 Bathroom
Happy to share local tips
4.9 (68)
Private room with WC in Shinjuku house
18 min · Dragon Men (Gay Bars & Clubs)Clothing optional accepted • Happy to share local tips • LGBTQ+ venues nearby
StunningSpace Shinjuku
21 min · 24 Kaikan - Shinjuku (Gay Saunas & Cruising)Air conditioning • Kitchen • Heating
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Moxy Kyoto
5 (1)
Hotel **** • Kyoto
Wi-Fi • Gym • Restaurant
Thomas·5·Dec. 2024· "It was great"
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APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
5 (4)
Hotel *** • Kyoto
Wi-Fi • Spa • Parking
Pedro·5·Feb. 2025· "Everything in order, highly recommend the place."
100Gay Welcoming ScoreRated by LGBTQ+ travelers
Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
5 (4)
Hotel *** • Kyoto
Wi-Fi • Elevator
Gerry·5·Apr. 2025· "Compact room but had everything I needed. Very friendly and helpful staff. There was no problem in getting a second pillow. The laundry facility they have was a Godsend as I was able to get everything I needed washed for the second half of my trip. Two hours and 3kg or less is washed and dry. Good location as easy access to bus and train connections. The breakfast options in their breakfast restaurant were too limited for me but I found a very nice bakery/restaurant nearby that opens at 07.30 with a range of options that worked for me. I stayed four nights and I recommend it as a good base for visiting Kyoto."
100Gay Welcoming ScoreRated by LGBTQ+ travelers
APA Hotel Higashi Umeda Minami Morimachi Ekimae
5 (5)
Hotel *** • Osaka
Wi-Fi • Parking • Restaurant
Christos·5·May. 2023· "Private, clean, card access to elevator and room. Walking distance to Doyama area in Osaka, where the highest concentration of gay bars are."