Where to Stay in Tokyo: Hotel Chains, Luxury Hotels and the Best Areas
Published: 2026-10-06 · Last verified: 2026-10-06
Tokyo has everything from reliable chain hotels to world-class luxury hotels, traditional ryokan and capsule hotels. Here are the types of places to stay and the areas that make getting around easy.
The short answer
- On a first trip, stay in Shinjuku, Shibuya, Tokyo Station/Ginza or Ueno/Asakusa for easy travel.
- If unsure, pick a nationwide business hotel chain. Rooms are small but clean and close to stations.
- For a special trip, a luxury hotel high up in a skyscraper, with a night view, is a very Tokyo experience.
Types of places to stay
| Type | What it is | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Business hotel | Affordable, compact rooms with everything you need, often near stations | Travelers who spend the day out sightseeing |
| City hotel | Large hotels with big lobbies, restaurants and banquet halls | Families, travelers who want more space |
| Luxury hotel | Often on the top floors of skyscrapers, known for views and service | Anniversaries and special trips |
| Ryokan | Traditional Japanese inn: tatami rooms, yukata robes, hot baths, Japanese meals | A truly Japanese experience |
| Capsule hotel | Rows of sleeping pods, with lockers for your bags | Solo travelers on a budget |
By area: where should you stay?
| Area | Why stay here | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Shinjuku | Huge rail hub, easy to get anywhere, lively at night | First-timers, night owls |
| Shibuya | Youth culture, shopping and cafés | Shoppers |
| Tokyo Station / Ginza | Bullet trains close by, many luxury hotels | Day trips and travel to other regions |
| Ueno / Asakusa | Old-town (shitamachi) atmosphere, good access to Narita Airport | Traditional neighborhoods |
| Shinagawa | Close to Haneda Airport and the bullet train | Frequent airport and Shinkansen users |
| Ikebukuro | Lots of anime shops and affordable hotels | Anime fans |
| Roppongi / Toranomon / Azabudai | Luxury hotels in new skyscrapers | Night views and a stylish stay |
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Walking distance to a station matters a lot. Check the route from the nearest station on a map before you book.
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Reliable hotel chains
Toyoko InnBusiness hotels near stations, known for including breakfast.
APA HotelA huge chain all over Tokyo. Compact rooms, but fully equipped.
Dormy InnMany have large shared baths, and a free late-night bowl of "yonaki soba" (small ramen) is a fan favorite.
Super HotelBreakfast included, with a focus on a good night's sleep.
Mitsui Garden HotelsCalm, stylish design. Some have large shared baths.
Hotel Gracery ShinjukuThe hotel with a giant Godzilla head on top, in Kabukicho, Shinjuku.Very Japanese stays
Capsule hotelsA Japanese invention: rows of sleeping pods. Design-focused ones like "9h nine hours" are popular.
HOSHINOYA TokyoA "tower ryokan" among the office buildings of Otemachi, with tatami rooms and a hot-spring bath on the top floor.ℹ️
Capsule hotels are often men-only, or have separate floors for men and women. Check before you book.
Dream luxury hotels
Park Hyatt Tokyo (Shinjuku)On the top floors of Shinjuku Park Tower, famous from the film "Lost in Translation". It reopened in December 2025 after renovation.
The Okura Tokyo (Toranomon)Known for its beautiful lobby in traditional Japanese design.
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo (Shinjuku)One of the first big hotels in Shinjuku's skyscraper district, welcoming many international guests.
Imperial Hotel, Tokyo (Hibiya)A historic hotel that opened in the Meiji era, near the Imperial Palace and Ginza.
Aman Tokyo (Otemachi)On the top floors of Otemachi Tower, with calm, Japanese-inspired spaces.
Janu Tokyo (Azabudai)In Azabudai Hills, opened in 2024.
Bulgari Hotel Tokyo (Tokyo Station)Opened in 2023 on the upper floors of Tokyo Midtown Yaesu.
Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo (Nihonbashi)In a Nihonbashi skyscraper, with sweeping city views.
The Peninsula Tokyo (Hibiya)By the Imperial Palace moat, within walking distance of Ginza.💡
You don't have to stay to enjoy them: try a luxury hotel's lounge, bar or afternoon tea.
Tips for your stay
- Check-in is usually in the afternoon, check-out in the morning. If you arrive early, the front desk will often hold your bags.
- Tokyo may charge a small accommodation tax on top of the room rate.
- Tokyo hotel rooms are smaller than in many countries. Two large suitcases can be hard to open. See also luggage storage and delivery.
- Most hotels let you wear shoes in the room and provide slippers. At a ryokan, take your shoes off at the entrance.
- At shared baths, guests with tattoos may not be allowed in. For bath etiquette, see the sento and onsen guide.
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During big events and cherry blossom season, hotels fill up fast and rates go up. Book early.
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