
I stayed in Asakusa which has various backpackers and modest hotels at reasonable rates. I like this area since it's right off the river and is close walking distance to the Sensoji Temple (pictured below). There are metro stops and the free circle buses that go through there as well. You can stay anywhere in Tokyo really since the metro system can quickly and easily take you across the city. My recommendation is think of what general area you want to spend the most time in and find a place to stay nearby.