Title: Ferio Kamata II Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ferio Kamata II Hotel in Tokyo ## Photo gallery for Ferio Kamata II ![Room - Ferio Kamata II (Tokyo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121210000/121203600/121203525/6238aba5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ferio Kamata II (Tokyo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121210000/121203600/121203525/5963205e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ferio Kamata II (Tokyo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121210000/121203600/121203525/1d272388.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room - Ferio Kamata II (Tokyo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121210000/121203600/121203525/ef4800ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room - Ferio Kamata II (Tokyo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121210000/121203600/121203525/w660h391x0y0-58cf20b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - 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Haneda - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Barbecue grill £137 19 Jan - 20 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=121717826&PinnedHotelID=121717826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site (surcharge) - Limited on-site self parking ### Guest services - Multilingual staff ### More - Built in 2024 - Smoke-free property ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is parking at Ferio Kamata II? ### What time is check-in at Ferio Kamata II? ### What time is check-out at Ferio Kamata II? ### Where is Ferio Kamata II located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ---