Best Couples Stays in Tokyo for Romantic Getaways

East SQUARE Tokyo offers family rooms with traditional tatami floors, a layout that gives children room to play and makes sleeping arrangements flexible. Rooms are air-conditioned and some have balconies. A terrace and a lounge add shared space, and the 24-hour front desk and laundry service make longer stays easier. Chokei-ji Temple, Miroku-ji Temple and the Edo Hyogu Museum are close by, so a quiet walk around Koto fits easily into the day. Guests rate it 9.7 across 530 reviews.

7 Rooms Hotel & Cafe is a small Tokyo property where every family room has a fully functional kitchen, which makes it a strong choice for families who want to prepare their own meals. Each room also has air-conditioning, a private bathroom and a washing machine, so laundry is easy on a long trip. Bathrobes and free toiletries are provided, there is a lift, and the coffee shop on site serves an American breakfast. Guests rate it 9.6 across 466 reviews.

Mercure Tokyo Haneda Airport suits a family on an early or late flight, with a complimentary airport shuttle and a child-friendly buffet. Air-conditioned rooms have a private bathroom, a tea and coffee maker, a minibar and free WiFi. The restaurant serves European cuisine, and a bar and a fitness centre are on site. Paid private parking is available. Rated 9.2 from 3,670 reviews, I would book it for an easy airport stay.

TOKYO EAST SIDE HOTEL KAIE in Koto is one of the few hotels where I see family rooms and traditional tatami floors listed together, a comfortable set-up for children who like to play on the floor. The family-friendly restaurant serves Japanese cuisine, and the garden and terrace give everyone space to breathe. Tokyo Suisomir and the Yumenoshima Tropical Greenhouse Dome are nearby for easy outings. Rated 9.1 from 1,424 reviews, I recommend it warmly for families visiting Tokyo.

Rooms averaging 35 m², with space for four to six adults in the largest, are the reason families pick this hotel over a standard twin room. Children who share a parent's bed get no amenities, slippers, towels or loungewear of their own, so pack them; the breakfast buffet has more than 50 dishes, pizza and pancakes among them, which settles fussy eaters before a park day. The bath has two rules for families: children aged seven and over use the side of their own sex, and children still in nappies are not allowed in. The rooftop pool works for families only in the day session, since the evening one is adults only, and only between late April and mid-October. The shuttle to Tokyo Disney Resort takes about ten minutes, and some runs must be reserved. I would book it for a family doing the parks by shuttle; families who want to walk into the parks should look at Maihama itself.

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel is a modern four-star base in Koto that works for families and couples. Family rooms have city views and free WiFi, and the restaurant, the bar and the fitness centre are all on site. A sauna helps everyone relax after a day out in Tokyo. Rated 9.1 from 5,389 reviews, I would choose it for comfort and facilities, and expect a city hotel rather than a resort.

Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier - Tokyo is a five-star hotel in Koto-ku with city or garden views from elegant rooms. I like the public bath for a calm family soak in the evening, and daily housekeeping keeps a busy family room tidy. The Italian breakfast is a nice change from a standard buffet, and the bar and restaurant mean dinner can stay in the building. With a 9.1 score from 2,758 reviews, it is a polished choice.

illi Amu Shimokitazawa is a five-star apartment-style stay, and families on a longer Tokyo trip get the most from it: every room has a fully equipped kitchen and a washing machine, so meals and laundry fit around the day, and the city views add a sense of place. A lift makes pushchairs and luggage easy. Haneda Airport is about 20 km away. The 9.0 score from 49 reviews shows guests leave happy, though the listing targets couples first.

JR East Hotel Mets Premier Tokyo Bay Shinkiba is a comfortable three-star hotel in the Shinkiba area by Tokyo Bay, with public transport close at hand. Rooms are air-conditioned and include a private bath, which families appreciate after a long day, plus a TV and an electric kettle. Free WiFi covers the whole property, a restaurant serves a buffet breakfast, and the front desk is open 24 hours. Paid private parking is available on site. Guests rate it 8.9 across 416 reviews.

LYURO Tokyo Kiyosumi sits on the Sumida River in Koto, and the setting is the draw: rooms look out over the water and Tokyo Skytree, and a large riverside terrace gives children room to watch the boats. A launderette helps on longer stays, and the on-site restaurant keeps dinner simple. Kiyosumi-shirakawa and Suitengu-Mae stations are a short walk away. Rated 8.9 from almost 2,000 reviews, it offers a calmer side of Tokyo than the busy hubs.

Tokyu Stay Monzen-Nakacho Tokyo suits families staying several nights, because some rooms have a kitchenette and a washing machine, which makes simple meals and clean clothes much easier. Monzen-Nakacho Subway Station is a minute's walk away, so getting around Tokyo with children stays simple, and the area is close to historic sites such as the local shrine. The hotel also gives easy access to Tokyo Disney Resort. Free Wi-Fi covers the building, renovated in 2013.

KIKI HOUSE in Shin-Koiwa is an aparthotel with family rooms, a good fit for families who want more room than a standard Tokyo hotel. Each unit has a kitchenette for simple meals, air-conditioning and a balcony, and some rooms open onto a terrace. A hot tub and an outdoor seating area give everyone a place to relax at the end of the day, and free WiFi covers planning and streaming. Guests rate it 8.9 out of 10 across 77 reviews, a strong score.

La Vista Tokyo Bay stands out in Tokyo because it brings a hot spring bath, an open-air bath and a sauna into the city, which turns the evening into a small onsen break for the whole family. Rooms come with balconies and sea or city views, and the restaurant serves French cuisine. I would choose it when parents want a relaxing night after a busy Tokyo day; an 8.9 score from 2,865 reviews backs that up.

Mi-Hotel Kameido works like a small apartment, which is what families on a longer Tokyo stay need: a kitchenette for simple meals, a washing machine in the room and a dining area so nobody eats on the bed. Check-in is private rather than at a staffed desk, so keep the instructions handy on arrival. Kameido Suijin-gu is a few steps away and the parks nearby give children room to run. The 8.9 score from 90 reviews backs up the comfort.

Keisei Richmond Hotel Tokyo Monzennakacho sits in Koto Ward near Fukagawa Park and Botancho Park, which gives children green space close by. I like the in-room microwave, fridge and kettle, which make simple meals and snacks easy for families on a longer Tokyo stay. A shared lounge and on-site restaurant add flexibility, and the 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals. Its 8.9 score from 2,821 reviews is strong for a three-star hotel.

I would book Hotel JAL City Tokyo Toyosu for a calm, well-run base in Toyosu. Rooms have city views, a work desk, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi, and the family-friendly restaurant serves buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner with options for children. A minimarket on site saves late-evening errands, the front desk runs 24 hours, and luggage storage helps on travel days. An 8.8 score from 5,804 reviews is excellent.

Self-sufficiency is the strongest argument for families at illi Com Shimokitazawa: family rooms come with a kitchen, a washing machine and sofa beds, so meals and laundry can happen in the room rather than around restaurant hours. Soundproofing helps when children go to bed early, and a balcony with city views gives a little extra space. I would book it for a longer Tokyo stay with kids, when cooking your own meals matters most.

Check-in from 16:00 to 23:59 on the most recent listings, check-out at 10:00, no front desk and no luggage storage shape a family's arrival and departure days here more than anything else, so time the flights around them. Once inside, the case is practical: a kitchen with cookware and a dining table for the jet-lagged first evening, a lift for strollers and suitcases, and a station four minutes away with direct trains to Haneda. Kamata has no headline sights for children, so days out mean a train ride; Haneda's terminals are five to nine minutes away on the Airport Line, and the observation deck on the fifth floor of Terminal 3 is open around the clock for plane watching. Room types run from twins and triples to family rooms, but floor areas and bed layouts are not published unit by unit. I would choose it over a central hotel for a family's arrival and departure nights, not for a whole week of sightseeing.

L stay & grow Minami Sunamachi offers a relaxed base in Koto, east Tokyo. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms, and daily housekeeping keeps things tidy on a family stay. The buffet breakfast gives children plenty of choice in the morning, an on-site restaurant simplifies dinner, and a terrace offers some outdoor space after a day of sightseeing. The 24-hour front desk and free WiFi cover the practical side. Guests rate it 8.8 across more than 1,700 reviews.

I like illi Sun Shimokitazawa for families on a longer Tokyo stay, because every room has its own washing machine, which solves the laundry problem of a week of sightseeing. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms, a tea and coffee maker and city views, and there is a terrace. Shinganji Temple is less than a kilometre away, and Shimokitazawa's vintage shops and small cafés make an easy, low-key family stroll. It holds an 8.8 rating from 341 reviews.

Hotel Tabiya is a quiet family option in Tokyo, with soundproofed family rooms that help children sleep in a busy city. Each room has air-conditioning, a private bathroom, a refrigerator, a microwave and a TV, so simple snacks and reheated meals are easy. Express check-in and luggage storage help on arrival and departure days, and there is a lift. Happy Road Ohyama Shopping Street and Hikawa Shrine are nearby for a local walk. Guests rate it 8.7 across 579 reviews.

HOTEL MYSTAYS Kiyosumi Shirakawa is a practical base for families on a longer stay in Tokyo, with apartment-style studios a six-minute walk from Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station in Koto. Each studio has a kitchenette with a refrigerator, an electric kettle and a microwave, which makes simple meals and snacks for children easy. Coin-operated laundry helps when packing light, and video-on-demand covers quiet evenings. The 8.7 rating from 962 reviews is a strong result for a 3-star stay.

YY-Minamicho 1 room-IT0339 is a one-bedroom apartment near Ikebukuro Station, and I would suggest it to a couple or a parent travelling with one child rather than a larger family. The kitchen has a refrigerator, microwave and stovetop, there is a washing machine, and the air-conditioning and free WiFi cover the basics. Ikebukuro Mitake Shrine is close by. With 8.7 from 21 reviews, it is a sound self-catering choice.

Hotel Lumiere Kasai is a simple, good-value base for a family, three minutes on foot from Kasai Subway Station. A complimentary breakfast is served daily, and some rooms have a kitchenette and a microwave, handy for children's snacks. Free wired internet is included, and a coin launderette helps on longer trips. Rated 8.7 from 2,978 reviews, I would choose it for convenience and the free breakfast, not for extras.

ANX Hostel-AD0080 suits families who prefer to run their own day in Tokyo: each unit has a kitchenette, a microwave, a washing machine and a private bathroom with both bath and shower, which makes bathtime with small children simple. Nishiarai Sakae Park and the Ario Nishiarai shopping mall are nearby for playtime and supplies. It is far from Haneda Airport, at about 35 km, so I would plan the airport transfer in advance and book it for several nights.

Home Story in Tokyo is a renovated aparthotel in Edogawa where a small family can keep its own rhythm: each apartment has a kitchenette, a dining area, a washing machine and a balcony, so breakfasts at home and a load of laundry are easy. The hot tub is a pleasant way to end a day of sightseeing. Hirai Hakuto Shrine is less than 1 km away for a short walk. The listing leans towards couples, and the 8.6 score from 29 reviews is encouraging.

Hotel Lumiere Nishikasai helps families keep costs and routines under control with a refrigerator and microwave in every room, handy for drinks, snacks and baby food. It sits a 5-minute walk from Nishi-Kasai Subway Station, with easy access to Tokyo Disney Resort and Tokyo Skytree. Rooms are air-conditioned with a flat-screen TV and free WiFi, and the coin-operated laundry is useful on longer trips with children. Rated 8.6 from 1,469 reviews, I recommend it as a practical family base.

Rembrandt Style Tokyo Nishikasai Grande is a short walk from Nishikasai Subway Station, which helps families reach central Tokyo without a long walk with tired children. Each room has a private bathroom with both a bath and a shower, useful for bathing young ones, plus city views, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. With an 8.6 score from 1,669 reviews, I would choose it as a simple family base in Edogawa, keeping in mind that the facility list is short.

Hotel Coco Grand Kitasenju is a two-minute walk from JR Kitasenju Station and has small touches that families appreciate: a hot public bath for the evening, a massage chair in each room for tired parents, and an on-site pastry shop that children will spot straight away. Free coffee in the lobby, a terrace and a restaurant round out the stay, and free WiFi works in the rooms. Rated 8.6 from 1,255 reviews, I recommend it as a comfortable family base in Kitasenju.

Tokyo Toyosu Manyo Club is a three-star hotel built around its spa, and for families I see the hot spring bath and open-air bath as the main reason to stay, with a private onsen available too. A sauna and a spa and wellness centre complete the facilities, and the restaurant serves a buffet breakfast with plenty of choice for children. Rooms are air-conditioned with a bath, a tea and coffee maker and free WiFi, and 239 guests rate it 8.6.

DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake is a modern four-star option on the bay side of Tokyo, handy for families who plan days around Odaiba. Rooms are air-conditioned with city views, and the family-friendly restaurant serves Japanese, Asian and international dishes at every meal, which helps with picky eaters. Odaiba Beach and the Tokyo Water Science Museum are close, and Haneda Airport is easy to reach for arrival or departure days. Guests rate it 8.6 across 665 reviews.

Comfort Hotel Tokyo Kiyosumi Shirakawa is a practical choice for families exploring Tokyo by subway. Kiyosumi Shirakawa Station is a one-minute walk, which keeps tired legs happy at the end of the day. Breakfast is included, saving a morning search for food, and a welcome coffee is offered. A coin-operated laundry helps on longer trips, and luggage storage covers early arrivals. Rooms are air-conditioned with an en suite bathroom and flat-screen TV, and guests rate it 8.6 over 1,673 reviews.

MUSTARD HOTEL SHIMOKITAZAWA is a casual Tokyo hotel near Tokyo Camii & Turkish Culture Center, with air-conditioned rooms, private bathrooms and a refrigerator for drinks and snacks. I like the bike hire, which turns exploring the neighbourhood into an outing older children enjoy, and the coffee shop makes breakfast easy. Luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk help with awkward arrival times. An 8.6 score from 2,149 reviews shows guests leave happy.

Minn Nishi Kasai is one of the more practical options for families in Tokyo, because each aparthotel unit has a kitchenette, a dining area and a sofa bed. Being able to prepare simple meals and give children their own sleeping space makes longer stays far easier. Free WiFi, air-conditioning and a work desk cover daily needs, and the 24-hour front desk and concierge can help with plans. The 8.6 rating from 1,244 reviews is a strong result.

Home Story in Tokyo Hirai is a renovated aparthotel that makes family logistics easy: each unit has a fully equipped kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony, and family rooms give everyone space to spread out. After a long day in the city, the hot tub and lounge are a welcome change from a cramped hotel room, and a laundry service is there if you would rather not wash yourself. The 8.6 score from 88 reviews shows a well-kept place.

APA Hotel Tokyo Nishikasai Ekimae is a business hotel, but a few services make it workable for families. The on-site restaurant serves Thai and European dishes and a continental breakfast, so you are not hunting for food with tired children. Express check-in and check-out and the 24-hour front desk keep arrivals short, and luggage storage helps on the last day. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms, free WiFi and tea and coffee makers. Expect compact rooms and no play facilities.

Tokyu Stay Kamata - Tokyo Haneda is a smart choice for families on a longer trip, because some rooms include a washing machine and a clothes dryer. That makes travelling light with children far easier. The spacious rooms help everyone settle in, and free Wi-Fi covers evenings in. Keikyu Kamata Station is a three-minute walk away, convenient for reaching Haneda Airport. Breakfast options and a 24-hour front desk complete the picture, and the 8.6 rating from 1,097 reviews is strong.

Hananoie gives families an apartment-style base with a Japanese touch: family rooms have tatami floors, a kitchenette, a private bathroom and air-conditioning, and washing machines make a longer stay easy. Children usually enjoy sleeping on tatami, and parents can cook simple meals instead of eating out every night. Tokiwadai Tenso Shrine and the Japan Calligraphy Museum are close by, and public transport links are good. The 8.6 score from 80 reviews suggests a well-kept, reliable stay.

Sun flower Guest house works for families who like a social, home-style stay: family rooms are air-conditioned with city views, and the shared kitchen lets you prepare breakfast or a simple dinner. The sun terrace and hot tub give children and parents somewhere to relax after a day out. Tokiwadai Tenso Shrine and the Japan Calligraphy Museum are nearby. With an 8.6 score from 79 reviews, guests are clearly happy, though shared spaces mean less privacy than a hotel.

I would book Villa Fontaine Grand Tokyo Ariake for a family stay on the Tokyo Bay side of the city. Family rooms are available, the restaurant serves buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, and a minimarket, a lounge and a fitness centre cover the rest. Tokyo Water Science Museum is a short walk away and Odaiba Beach is close, while Haneda Airport is 11 km off. An 8.5 score from 5,939 reviews is reliable.

I would choose Futakotamagawa Excel Hotel Tokyu for a couple or family who wants height and views, five minutes on foot from Futakotamagawa Station. Rooms are on the 28th to 30th floors, and some overlook the Tama River with river, garden or city views. Each has a private bathroom with a bathtub, a flat-screen satellite TV, a fridge and an electric kettle. Free WiFi covers the hotel. It is an elegant, modern high-rise stay.

Henn na Hotel Tokyo Nishikasai suits families who want practical comforts more than a central address. The restaurant is family-friendly and serves a buffet breakfast mixing local and European dishes, so picky eaters and curious ones both have options. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free WiFi, and the shuttle service plus paid on-site parking help when travelling with children and luggage. Rated 8.5 from 2,781 reviews, it is the kind of easy base I recommend for a family trip.

Hotel Oriental Express Tokyo Kamata is a three-star hotel in Ota Ward, the same ward as Haneda Airport, which I see as its main appeal for families flying in or out of Tokyo. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is served as a buffet or an American set, the on-site restaurant helps on evenings when no one wants to go far, staff are on hand around the clock, and paid private parking suits those with a rental car.

Hotel East 21 Tokyo is a roomy choice for a family, with spacious, classically furnished rooms and free WiFi. The large outdoor pool and eight food and beverage options keep children and adults busy without leaving the hotel. Toyocho Subway Station is an 8-minute walk, and free shuttles to Tokyo Disney Resort run by reservation. Rated 8.5 from 2,035 reviews, I would book the shuttle early and treat the pool as the main draw.

Tokyu Stay Yoga is built for longer stays, which suits families well: each room has a kitchenette with a microwave and a small fridge, plus a private washing machine with dryer, so meals and laundry stay simple. Yoga Station on the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line is directly across the street, which keeps outings short with children, and Shibuya is a 12-minute train ride away. Rooms are compact by nature, so larger families should check the room size before booking.

SG Premium KASAI is an aparthotel, and that format suits families well: each unit has a fully equipped kitchen and a washing machine, so meals and laundry are easy on a longer Tokyo stay. Units are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free WiFi. The Subway Museum, a hit with train-loving children, is a short walk away, and Furukawa Shinsui Park is close by. There is a lift and a 24-hour front desk. Guests rate it 8.4 across more than 1,500 reviews.

Minn Kasai is built for families who like to cook and spread out. Each aparthotel unit has a kitchenette, a dining area and a sofa bed, so children can sleep apart from the main bed and meals can be prepared in the room. Furukawa Shinsui Park and the Subway Museum are within walking distance, both easy outings with kids. A 24-hour front desk, concierge service and bicycle parking cover the practical side, and guests rate it 8.4 across 1,767 reviews.

I would book Prime Suites Tokyo for a longer Tokyo stay where a little more space and independence help. Each suite has a kitchenette, a balcony, a washing machine, a private bathroom and city views, with air conditioning and free WiFi. The family-friendly restaurant serves sushi at dinner, shops are nearby, and full-day security and a lift add convenience. An 8.4 score from 122 reviews is a solid result for a three-star property.

APA Hotel Keikyukamata Ekimae is a compact, practical Tokyo base a short walk from Omori Hachiman Shrine. Rooms have air conditioning, private bathrooms and tea and coffee makers, and the on-site restaurant serves Japanese cuisine plus American and Asian breakfasts, which helps with children who want familiar food. The 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping keep things simple. I would use it for short family stays, backed by an 8.4 score from 2,685 reviews.

hotel MONday Tokyo Nishikasai stands out for families with its free shuttle service to Tokyo Disney Resort, which saves a transfer with tired children at the end of a park day. Nishi-Kasai Station is a minute's walk away for other outings, including trips towards Tokyo Skytree. Rooms have private bathrooms and free WiFi, and the buffet breakfast gets everyone fed before an early start. Rated 8.4 from 1,524 reviews, I recommend it as a practical base for a Disney-focused family trip.

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Tokyo-Toyocho is a straightforward choice for families exploring Tokyo, a minute's walk from Toyocho Station on the Tozai subway line. Being so close to the station keeps daily outings simple with children. Rooms include a fridge and an electric kettle, handy for drinks and snacks, and Sealy beds help everyone rest well after long days. Free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV cover the evenings, and the 8.3 rating from 1,081 reviews points to reliable stays.

Japan House Shinkoiwa suits families who want their own space in Tokyo: family rooms have a kitchenette with kitchenware, a private bathroom, air-conditioning and soundproofing, which helps children sleep through the noise of the city. Free parking is a real advantage if you arrive by car, something few Tokyo stays offer. A TV and free toiletries cover the basics. The 8.2 score from 79 reviews points to a comfortable, practical stay rather than a full-service hotel.

Urbain Tokyo Ueno Kitasenju is a tidy three-star hotel in the Kita-Senju area, a convenient base for families who like shops close at hand. Rooms are air-conditioned with a private bathroom, a work desk, a TV, an electric kettle and free WiFi. A lounge offers space outside the room, housekeeping is daily, and luggage storage plus a 24-hour front desk help on travel days. Kita-Senju Marui and Lumine Kita-Senju are nearby, and Haneda Airport is easy to reach. Guests rate it 8.2 across 811 reviews.

Families with children should note that the listing presents APA Hotel Keikyu Kamata Ekimae Nishi as adults-only. For adult travellers, it is a sensible pick in Kamata, a district of Ota ward close to Haneda Airport, which helps before an early flight. Rooms include a bath, a bidet, a yukata and a work desk, and the on-site restaurant means dinner without going back out. The 8.1 score from 2,601 reviews reflects steady, comfortable stays rather than standout extras.

APA Hotel TKP Tokyo Nishi-Kasai is a sensible base for families who prefer a calmer part of Tokyo, close to Shin Nagashima River Shinsui Park and Gyosen Park, both handy for letting children run around. Every room has a bath, which helps with evening routines, and the daily buffet breakfast saves a search for food in the morning. Paid on-site parking suits families travelling by car. The 8.1 rating from 1,249 reviews points to reliable stays.

Ai Hotel Keikyu Kamata suits families flying in or out of Tokyo Haneda Airport, which is about 5 km away. Rooms are air-conditioned and practical, with a refrigerator for drinks and snacks, an electric kettle, a TV, a desk and bidets. The 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage add peace of mind, and there is a lift. Paid private parking is on site. Omori Hachiman Shrine is a short walk away. Guests rate it 7.9 across nearly 1,500 reviews.

KOKO HOTEL Tokyo Nishikasai suits families who arrive by car, since parking is free, which is uncommon in Tokyo. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and TVs, and the buffet breakfast gets the day started without a search for a café. Shin Nagashima River Shinsui Park and Gyosen Park are nearby, good green spaces for children, with kayaking and canoeing options in the area. The 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals. With a 7.6 score from 553 reviews, I see it as a practical family base.

Laffitte Hirai Condominium Hotel is a flat more than a hotel, and that suits families staying a week or longer: each family room has a fully equipped kitchen, a refrigerator, a microwave and a washing machine, so meals and laundry stay simple. Hirai Hakuto Shrine is a short walk away and public transport is close. The 7.5 score from 92 reviews tells me to expect a practical base in a residential part of Tokyo rather than polish.

I would choose the b sangenjaya for a couple or business traveller who wants to be two minutes on foot from Sangenjaya Station and two stops from Shibuya on the Tokyu Den-en-Toshi Line. Rooms are comfortable with private bathrooms and free wired internet, and Wi-Fi is available in the lobby. A restaurant and massage services are on site. It is a modern city hotel, so I would expect convenience rather than extensive leisure facilities.