The Best Hotels in Tokyo

Updated: October 24, 2026 • By Santorini Dave

My Favorite Hotels in Tokyo

• 5-Star: Four Seasons Marunouchi
• 4-Star: Shibuya Stream Hotel
• 3-Star: Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku
• For Families: MIMARU Tokyo Ueno East
• For Couples: TRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET
• Best Pool: Grand Hyatt Tokyo
• Tokyo Station: Tokyo Station Hotel
• Disney Resort: Hilton Tokyo Bay

Our suite at the fantastic Four Seasons Marunouchi.

Tokyo Hotels – My Advice

For most first-time visitors to Tokyo, I recommend staying in Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ginza, or near Tokyo Station. Shinjuku and Shibuya are best for restaurants, nightlife, and a lively neighborhood. Ginza is better for upscale hotels, shopping, and restaurants. Tokyo Station is especially convenient for bullet trains, the Narita Express, and day trips.

• Best Luxury Hotels in Tokyo
  Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi • Tokyo Station Hotel • Shangri-La Tokyo • Mandarin Oriental Tokyo • The Peninsula Tokyo • Park Hyatt Tokyo • Four Seasons Otemachi
• Best Boutique and Design Hotels in Tokyo
  TRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET • Shibuya Stream Hotel • Andaz Tokyo
• Best Ryokans in Tokyo
  Kaminarimon Ryokan • Hoshinoya Tokyo • Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu
• Best Affordable Hotels in Tokyo
  Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku • Tokyu Stay Shibuya
• Best Hotels for Families in Tokyo
  MIMARU Tokyo Ueno East • MIMARU Tokyo Ueno Inaricho • Asakusa View Hotel

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Best Hotels:
1. Hotel Resol Akihabara • 2. MIMARU Tokyo Ueno East • 3. Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu • 4. Hotel Gracery Shinjuku • 5. Park Hyatt Tokyo • 6. Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower • 7. TRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET • 8. Shibuya Granbell Hotel • 9. The Westin Tokyo • 10. Gajoen Tokyo • 11. The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho • 12. The Centurion Classic Akasaka • 13. The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo • 14. Grand Hyatt Tokyo • 15. The Okura Tokyo • 16. Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills • 17. Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi • 18. Hoshinoya Tokyo • 19. Mandarin Oriental Tokyo • 20. Shangri-La Tokyo • 21. Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi • 22. The Peninsula Tokyo • 23. Imperial Hotel Tokyo • 24. Hotel The Celestine Ginza • 25. Conrad Tokyo • 26. Hilton Tokyo Odaiba • 27. Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

Best Affordable Hotels:
28. Hotel Sunroute Stellar Ueno • 29. Asakusa View Hotel • 30. THE TOURIST HOTEL & Cafe AKIHABARA • 31. Hotel Rose Garden Shinjuku • 32. Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku • 33. Tokyu Stay Shibuya • 34. Meguroholic Hotel • 35. APA Hotel Roppongi Ekimae • 36. Courtyard by Marriott Tokyo Station • 37. Hotel Sunroute Ginza • 38. Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai • 39. Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

The 16 Best Hotels in Tokyo

1. Four Seasons Marunouchi – Marunouchi

This is my favorite hotel in Tokyo. With just 57 rooms, it feels more like a boutique hotel than a large international luxury property. Service is excellent, and the location beside Tokyo Station is perfect for bullet trains, the Narita Express, and day trips. The hotel can arrange for staff to meet guests at the station. Rooms are large and modern, though views are mostly of surrounding buildings and trains arriving at Tokyo Station. The Japanese baths are fantastic. There’s also a spa, gym, and French restaurant. For a larger luxury hotel with spectacular high-floor views and an indoor pool, I recommend the Four Seasons Otemachi instead.

2. Mandarin Oriental – Nihonbashi

One of Tokyo’s best luxury hotels, with spacious rooms on the upper floors of the Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower. The views are excellent, with some rooms overlooking Tokyo Skytree or Mount Fuji. The hotel has several outstanding restaurants, a spa, and direct access to Mitsukoshimae subway station. The historic Nihonbashi neighborhood is good for shopping, restaurants, and exploring central Tokyo without the crowds of Shinjuku or Shibuya. Tokyo Station is also within walking distance. A great choice for luxury travelers who prefer a quieter location but still want excellent transportation connections.

3. Park Hyatt Tokyo – Shinjuku

One of Tokyo’s most famous luxury hotels, known for its appearance in Lost in Translation and its spectacular views from the upper floors of Shinjuku Park Tower. The hotel has undergone a major renovation, with updated rooms, restaurants, and public spaces. Highlights include the New York Grill, indoor lap pool, spa, and views of the Tokyo skyline and Mount Fuji from selected rooms. The west Shinjuku location is quieter than the busy streets around Shinjuku Station, but less convenient for restaurants and nightlife. The station is roughly a 15 to 20-minute walk away, and the hotel operates a complimentary shuttle. I love the hotel, but travelers who want to walk out their door into the middle of Shinjuku should stay closer to the station.

4. The Peninsula Tokyo – Hibiya

Excellent luxury hotel in one of Tokyo’s best locations, directly beside Hibiya Station and a short walk from Ginza’s shops and restaurants. Rooms are exceptionally large by Tokyo standards, with huge bathrooms, separate dressing areas, and deep soaking tubs. Some rooms overlook the Imperial Palace gardens. Service is outstanding, and facilities include an indoor pool, spa, and fitness center. The Peninsula is one of my favorite choices for travelers who want a traditional five-star hotel in a central, walkable neighborhood.

5. Conrad Tokyo – Shiodome

Luxury hotel with large rooms, an excellent indoor pool, and a convenient location near Ginza. I strongly recommend paying extra for a bay-view room. These overlook Hamarikyu Gardens toward Tokyo Bay and Odaiba, with sofas beside the floor-to-ceiling windows. City-view rooms are less expensive but not nearly as memorable. The hotel also has a large spa, gym, and several restaurants. Shiodome is quiet in the evening, but Ginza’s shopping and dining are an easy walk away.

6. Grand Hyatt Tokyo – Roppongi

One of my favorite hotels in Tokyo for its combination of location, restaurants, and facilities. The hotel is part of Roppongi Hills, with direct access to shopping, restaurants, a cinema, and the Mori Art Museum. Rooms are spacious, with large bathrooms and excellent soundproofing. The indoor pool and spa are among the hotel’s best features. Roppongi has plenty of restaurants and nightlife, making this a good choice for travelers who want a luxury hotel in a lively neighborhood. It’s also one of the better luxury hotels for families, though families needing multiple beds or connecting rooms should check the available room configurations carefully.

7. Park Hotel Tokyo – Shiodome

One of Tokyo’s most interesting hotels, with Japanese artwork throughout the property and individually decorated Artist Rooms. I recommend booking an Artist Room, where the walls are covered with original murals created by Japanese artists. The Public Bathhouse room pictured here is a favorite. The hotel also has Japanese and French dining, a bar, and excellent views from its upper-floor location. It’s near Shiodome and Shimbashi stations, with Ginza within walking distance. A great choice for couples or anyone wanting something more distinctive than a conventional international hotel.

8. Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower – Shinjuku

Excellent location just a few minutes’ walk from the south side of Shinjuku Station, with restaurants, shopping, and transportation close by. Rooms occupy the upper floors of a high-rise building and have some of the best views you’ll find at this price level. Rooms are relatively simple and not especially large, but the location and views make this one of my favorite midrange hotels in Shinjuku. East-facing rooms overlook Shinjuku Gyoen and the city skyline. The skyline maps identifying landmarks visible from your room are fun.

9. Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho – Akasaka

Stylish luxury hotel with spectacular city views, an indoor heated pool, spa, and a cocktail bar overlooking Tokyo. Rooms are spacious, with large windows and bathrooms featuring separate showers and bathtubs. The hotel is directly connected to Nagatacho Station and close to Akasaka-mitsuke Station, giving guests access to several subway lines. The surrounding Akasaka neighborhood has plenty of restaurants and bars without the crowds of Shinjuku or Shibuya. A particularly good choice for couples.

10. The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo – Roppongi

The Ritz-Carlton occupies the upper floors of Midtown Tower in Roppongi, with some of the best hotel views in Tokyo. Rooms are large, starting at around 560 square feet, and selected rooms overlook Tokyo Tower, the Imperial Palace area, or Mount Fuji. Facilities include excellent restaurants, a spa, and an indoor pool. The hotel is part of Tokyo Midtown, with shops and restaurants directly downstairs and Roppongi’s nightlife within walking distance. A great choice for travelers who want a large luxury hotel with high-floor views and plenty to do nearby.

11. Shangri-La Tokyo – Tokyo Station

One of the most convenient luxury hotels in Tokyo, immediately beside Tokyo Station on the Yaesu side. I especially recommend it for travelers arriving by Narita Express, taking bullet trains, or planning day trips. Rooms are large, with excellent city views, and the hotel has an indoor pool, spa, and fitness center. Staff can meet guests at Tokyo Station and escort them to the hotel. The Shangri-La is larger and has more facilities than the Four Seasons Marunouchi, though I prefer the smaller hotel’s more personal atmosphere.

12. Imperial Hotel Tokyo – Hibiya

One of Tokyo’s most famous historic hotels, with a long reputation for excellent service. The original Imperial Hotel opened in 1890, and a later building was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Today’s hotel is in Hibiya, a short walk from Ginza’s shops and restaurants and close to the Imperial Palace grounds. Rooms are divided between the Main Building and Tower Building, with different layouts and views. The hotel has several restaurants, bars, a pool, and fitness facilities. It’s a good choice for travelers who prefer a traditional grand hotel over a modern high-rise luxury property. The hotel is undergoing a long-term redevelopment, so check which facilities and room categories are available when booking.

13. Hilton Tokyo Odaiba – Odaiba

Waterfront hotel with fantastic views of Rainbow Bridge and the Tokyo skyline. The location is especially good for families visiting Odaiba’s museums, shopping centers, and attractions. Rooms are spacious, many with balconies, and the hotel has an indoor pool, though pool access may cost extra depending on the booking. Daiba Station is directly beside the hotel. I wouldn’t recommend staying in Odaiba for a first visit focused on central Tokyo sightseeing. Getting to Shinjuku, Shibuya, and other major neighborhoods takes longer than it does from a more central hotel. But for a quieter waterfront stay with excellent views, the Hilton is a good choice.

14. The Okura Tokyo – Toranomon

One of Tokyo’s finest luxury hotels, with beautiful Japanese design, spacious rooms, excellent restaurants, and a large spa and fitness center with an indoor pool. The hotel has two distinct wings: the taller Prestige Tower, with modern rooms and impressive city views, and the smaller Heritage Wing, with larger rooms and a more private atmosphere. I prefer the Heritage Wing for a special occasion, though the Prestige Tower is excellent. The Toranomon location is quiet and upscale, but less convenient for walking to restaurants and nightlife than Ginza, Shinjuku, or Shibuya.

15. Hoshinoya Tokyo – Otemachi

My favorite luxury ryokan in Tokyo. Hoshinoya combines traditional Japanese accommodation with the comfort of a modern luxury hotel. Guests remove their shoes on arrival, rooms have tatami flooring and Japanese-style furnishings, and each floor has a communal lounge. The rooftop onsen, with an open-air section surrounded by high walls, is fantastic. The hotel is beside Otemachi Station and about a 10-minute walk from Tokyo Station. It’s expensive, but an excellent choice for couples who want a distinctly Japanese hotel experience without leaving central Tokyo.

16. Asakusa View Hotel – Asakusa

Good-value hotel with rooms ranging from standard doubles to larger family rooms that can accommodate four guests. The location is excellent for exploring Asakusa, with Sensoji Temple and Nakamise shopping street within walking distance. Some rooms have fantastic views of Tokyo Skytree, so choose a Skytree-facing room if views are important. The hotel is directly connected to the Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station, though the Tokyo Metro and Toei Asakusa stations are farther away. A good choice for families and travelers who prefer the traditional atmosphere of Asakusa to the busier neighborhoods of western Tokyo.