We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Tokyo, Japan. We have also included accommodation in historic buildings, apartments, holiday homes, residences and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Ryokan.Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. Situated in Tokyo, 300 metres from Asakusa Fujiasama Shrine and 7.5 km from the centre, cyashitsu ryokan asakusa features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and an open-air bath. This 3-star ryokan offers a lift and full-day security. The ryokan has a hot tub and luggage storage space. At the ryokan, the units come with a wardrobe. Each unit has a safety deposit box and some rooms include city views. At the ryokan, all units are soundproof. At the ryokan, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner and specialises in Japanese cuisine. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near cyashitsu ryokan asakusa include Nitenmon Gate, Edo Taito Traditional Crafts Center and Great Tokyo Air Raid Memorial Monument. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 24 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This charming and distinctive hotel provides a genuine Japanese experience with comfortable rooms and an exquisite design. The rooftop hot bath offers a stunning view of Tokyo Sky Tree, and its proximity to the renowned Senso-ji temple adds to its appeal.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. Set within a historic Japanese garden, Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo offers spacious rooms with garden or city views and free Wi-Fi. On-site YU The Spa features massages with scented oils and traditional Japanese hot-spring baths. A glass-enclosed indoor pool and 3 dining options are featured. The classically luxurious rooms include a marble en-suite bathroom with deep soaking bathtub. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV and hi-fi audio system. Guests can receive rejuvenating treatments and soak in the open-air heated hot tub and the hot spring bath at the spa. For convenience, the hotel’s business centre and fitness centre are open 24 hours. Overlooking the Chinzanso Gardens, Il Teatro features Venetian chandeliers and Milanese-style Italian dishes. Miyuki offers a range of Japanese cuisine served by staff in kimonos, and international dishes are served at the Bistro. Tokyo Chinzanso Hotel is a 25-minute taxi ride from JR Tokyo Train Station. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Edogawabashi Subway Station.Show full description
I would describe this as the most beautiful, elegant and historic boutique hotel in Tokyo. Soooo nice!
Boutique hotel.Creative. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Just a 5-minute walk from Nihombashi Station, Hotel K5 offers accommodation in a renovated historical building that is built in 1924. The hotel provides restaurants, cafes and room service. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. All rooms are air-conditioned and come with a seating area, desk, soundproofing and private bathroom. A record player with vinyl record collection is featured in each room. For guests' comfort, Hotel K5 provides a minibar, complimentary toiletries, slippers and pajamas. Some suites include a dining area, seating area and stand-alone bathtub. The 24-hour front desk offers concierge service and free luggage storage.Show full description
I think this is one of the most creative, cosy and well designed boutique hotels in Tokyo! And it is very popular among couples travelling to Tokyo.
Ryokan.Historic. Great value. Opened in June 2013, The Edo Sakura offers accommodation in a Japanese-style Machiya townhouse located a 5-minute walk from Iriya Subway Station and a 10-minute walk from JR Uguisudani Train Station. Free Wi-Fi is available at the entire property and guests can enjoy looking out into the traditional garden. Ueno Station is a 15-minute walk away. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with Japanese futon bedding on tatami (woven-straw) floors or in rooms with Western beds on wooden floors. A fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags are included in each room. All rooms come with an en suite bathroom with a toilet and shower, while some rooms have a bathtub. A coin-launderette is available on-site. Dry cleaning services and luggage storage is offered at the front desk. A private reservable bath is available between 15:00 and 23:00 for guests to use. Rooms are all non-smoking, while a smoking area is located at the lobby. Edo Sakura is a 15-minute walk from Ueno Park and a 20-minute walk from Ueno Zoo. Senso-ji Temple is a 15-minute public bus ride away. Haneda Airport is a 50-minute train ride, while Narita International Airport is a 1-hour train ride away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Very stylish. Nice surroundings. Kaminarimon Ryokan offers accommodation with free WiFi. The rooms are air-conditioned and come with a flat-screen TV, fridge and Nespresso coffee machine. An electric kettle, a green tea set and free toiletries are provided. The hotel offers laundry service for an additional fee. Kaminarimon Ryokan is a 2-minute walk to the Asakusa Metro Station. From there, destinations like Akihabara, Ginza and Ueno are a 15-minute subway ride away. There are many dining options and convenience stores within a few minutes' walk from the hotel.Show full description
This stylish and peaceful hotel has a great location near a metro station. The rooms are elegant and comfortable, with a beautiful view of Nakamise Street and the Kaminarimon Gate. The hotel has traditional Japanese-style rooms and a fully equipped bathroom.
Apartment hotel.Beautiful. Great location. SOLA HOTEL is located in the Sumida Ward district of Tokyo, 300 metres from Kamejimashogakko Memorial Park, 700 metres from Kameido Tenjin Shrine and less than 1 km from Umeyashiki Monument. This 3-star aparthotel offers a lift and full-day security. The aparthotel provides quiet street views, a sun terrace, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. The aparthotel will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, kitchenware, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hot tub. Some units also have a well-fitted kitchen equipped with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster. At the aparthotel, every unit has bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Olinas Kinshicho Shopping Mall, Tobacco & Salt Museum and Tokyo Skytree. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 21 km from SOLA HOTEL.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Great location. Located a 11-minute walk from JR Shibuya Station, Trunk (Hotel) offers free WiFi throughout the property. A bar and 2 dining options are available at this non-smoking hotel. A designated smoking area is provided on site. A 24-hour front desk at this hotel offers concierge service and free luggage storage. Guests can unwind in the shared garden and terrace or shop for souvenirs at the gift shop on site. All carpeted rooms come with air conditioning, soundproofing and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. For guests' comfort, a minibar, free toiletries and bathrobes are provided. Some units include a private terrace or balcony with views as well as a private outdoor dining area. Meiji Jingu Shrine is a 11-minute stroll from Trunk (Hotel), while Roppongi Hills is a 10-minute drive away. Nezu Museum can be reached with a 15-minute bus ride and walk.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the coolest boutique hotels in Tokyo.
Boutique hotel.Unique. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Ideally set in the Chuo Ward district of Tokyo, BnA WALL is set 300 metres from Jisshi Park, 100 metres from Takarada Ebisu Shrine and 400 metres from Horidome Children's Park. With a shared lounge, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is situated 200 metres from Suginomori Shrine. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. At BnA WALL the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. An American breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. Speaking English and Japanese at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical advice on the area. Popular points of interest near BnA WALL include Sankatsu Yukata Museum, Ozu History Museum and Daiichi Sankyo Kusuri Museum. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 19 km from the hotel.Show full description
BnA WALL is a unique hotel. Each rooms are designed by a different local artist, making it a hip and creative place to stay. The hotel is centrally located, close to great restaurants and shops.
Boutique hotel.Great bar. The Kitano Hotel Tokyo is just steps away from the Nagatacho subway station Exit 4. The hotel offers complimentary WiFi, 24-hour front desk, luggage storage. All air-conditioned rooms are individually decorated with neutral, natural features and artworks. Featuring an onsite beauty salon and acupuncture therapy. Japanese traditional tea can also be arranged at the tea salon, while the rooftop lounge offers view of the Imperial Palace and city. Equipped with a seating area with a flat-screen TV, electric kettle and fridge, all rooms have either a kitchenette or a fully-equipped kitchen. En suite bathrooms offer a bidet toilet, hairdryer, toothbrushes and free toiletries. Carefully selected weight-optimising mattress is fitted in all rooms. The Kitano Hotel Tokyo offers a bar and 2 restaurants on site. Visit Sushi Oumi, featuring Edo-style sushi. The Imperial Palace moat is a 13-minute walk away, while the National Diet Building and Hie Shrine is a 10-minute walk away. Shibuya Station is 9-minutes and Ginza Station is 14-minute away by metro lines.Show full description
The Kitano Hotel Tokyo is a modern hotel with spacious rooms that include kitchenettes. It has two restaurants and a spa. Its location near Nagata-cho, Marunouchi, and Ginza sets it apart from other hotels in the area.
Opened September 2020. Set in the centre of Tokyo, 200 metres from Takatsukisan Chozenji Temple, Shinjuku Miyabi Residence - Vacation STAY 94520 offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 500 metres from Tokyo Toy Museum, 300 metres from Place of Mokichi Saito's Death and 500 metres from Sasadera Chozenji Temple. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Aizumi Art Museum, Tayasu Chingo Inari Shrine and Genkyoji Temple. Saikabo Kimchi Museum is 500 metres from the hotel and Houn-ji Temple is 700 metres away. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a fridge. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 19 km from Shinjuku Miyabi Residence - Vacation STAY 94520.Show full description
Ryokan.Stylish. Great location. Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa Hanakohro is located in Tokyo, 2.3 km from Ebisu Garden Place. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Every room at this ryokan is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area for your convenience. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a bath. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and slippers. There is free shuttle service at the property. Guests can enjoy the complimentary Japanese-style breakfast at the property. Tokyo Tower is 3.1 km from Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa Hanakohro, while Roppongi Hills is 3.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 9 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Stylish. Great value. Popular among couples. Conveniently situated in Tokyo, HOTEL 1899 TOKYO provides 3-star accommodation close to Shinbashi Shiogama Shrine and Seishoji Temple. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking is available on site. Guest rooms at the hotel include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, Blu-ray player, and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms are fitted with a safety deposit box and some rooms are equipped with city views. At HOTEL 1899 TOKYO each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Hibiya Shrine, Sakurada Park and Nan-ou Park. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 14 km from HOTEL 1899 TOKYO.Show full description
Holiday Home. In the heart of Tokyo, set within a short distance of Ruins of Takanawa Okido Gate and Dououji Temple, Araiya Tokyo -Private Townhouse- offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a stovetop and coffee machine. This 3-star holiday home offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security. The property is non-smoking and is situated 400 metres from Chabad Lubavitch of Japan Synagogue. Boasting a Blu-ray player, the spacious holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a bidet. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player are offered. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the holiday home offers a selection of packed lunches. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach. Popular points of interest near Araiya Tokyo -Private Townhouse- include Shinsei Temple, Shogenji Temple and Statue of Oishi Kuranosuke. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 11 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Located in the heart of Tokyo, just a few steps away from Ginza, the world-famous shopping and entertainment district. Conrad Tokyo boasts rooms furnished with modern decor, award winning restaurants and a 29th-floor spa with beautiful city views. It ranked 1st as the most popular Japanese hotel for international travelers by TripAdvisor 2015. Shiodome Subway Station and JR Shimbashi Train Station are both located within a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Tokyo Big Sight Exhibition Centre can be reached with a 25-minute monorail ride while the Imperial Palace is a 15-minute drive away. Rooms at the Conrad are among the largest in Tokyo, and feature panoramic views of Hamarikyu Gardens or Tokyo Bay through floor-to-ceiling windows. Rooms come with a minibar, a flat-screen TV with a VOD system and a DVD player. Also offers a bathroom with rain shower. Wired and wireless internet access is available at an extra charge. Guests can swim laps in the picturesque free-use indoor pool or work out to views of Tokyo in the spacious fitness centre. Mizuki Spa offers private treatment rooms and a variety of relaxing massages. Conrad Tokyo houses 5 dining options with city skyline views, including China Blue.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, September 2023. Featuring 5-star accommodation, 都心罕见东京奢华设计师Keob带榻榻米 戴森&POLA顶级配置4分钟到东京站 20分钟到迪士尼 最大3人 is located in Tokyo, 500 metres from Takarada Ebisu Shrine and 600 metres from Suginomori Shrine. The property is close to several well-known attractions, less than 1 km from Sankatsu Yukata Museum, a 9-minute walk from Horidome Children's Park and 800 metres from Kusawakeinari Shrine. The property is non-smoking and is set 200 metres from Jisshi Park. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer, rooms at the hotel also have free WiFi. At 都心罕见东京奢华设计师Keob带榻榻米 戴森&POLA顶级配置4分钟到东京站 20分钟到迪士尼 最大3人 all rooms have bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Ozu History Museum, Ryoshainari Shrine and Daiichi Sankyo Kusuri Museum. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 19 km from 都心罕见东京奢华设计师Keob带榻榻米 戴森&POLA顶级配置4分钟到东京站 20分钟到迪士尼 最大3人.Show full description
Newly opened, December 2023. Situated conveniently in Tokyo, Y11 hotel azabu ten offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as Sony Music Roppongi Museum, Choden-ji Temple, and Senko-ji Temple. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from Kimichan Statue. The units in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Y11 hotel azabu ten all rooms come with bed linen and towels. Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English and Japanese. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Juban Inari Shrine, Daiho-ji Temple and Kenso-ji Temple. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 13 km from Y11 hotel azabu ten.Show full description
Opened in August 2014 after a thorough renovation, Hotel Ryumeikan Ochanomizu Honten has been offering heartfelt hospitality for more than a century. Its sophisticated guest rooms feature modern facilities and traditional Japanese aesthetics. It is conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from Shin-Ochanomizu Subway Station. Each spacious junior suite has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a Blu-ray/DVD player. A coffee machine, an electric kettle and a minibar are also provided. The private bathroom comes with a bath tub, free toiletries and bath robes. The hotel is a 5-minute walk to JR Ochanomizu Station, which offers a train access to Tokyo Shinkansen (bullet train) Station, Akihabara electric town and Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo Stadium, all within a 5-minute ride. Imperial Palace is a 10-minute train ride away. Guests can enjoy fusion-style Japanese cuisine along with selected green tea at on-site 1899 Ochanomizu restaurant.Show full description
Apartment.Charming. Great value. Open from October 2017, a 5-minute walk from Oshiage Station, AET & o3 HOTEL offers cosy accommodation in a quiet residential area. Tokyo Skytree is a 7-minute walk from the property, while Asakusa Station is an 8-minute train ride away. The hotel features the bar and restaurant. The shared lounge comes with a fridge and kettle. Complimentary coffee and tea are offered at the property. Tokyo Station, Tsukiji Station and Ginza Station can be reached within a 30-minute train ride away. Tokyo Haneda International Airport is 53 minutes by train from AET & o3 HOTEL, while Narita Airport is a 60-minute train ride away.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, March 2024. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, 2min walk to Higashi Shinjuku Sta SiEW is located in Tokyo. The property is set 800 metres from Okubo Park, 700 metres from Koizumi Yakumo Memorial Park and 600 metres from Korea Museum. The apartment is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Inari Kio Shrine, Okubo Baptist Church and Samurai Museum. The property is a few steps from Full Gospel Tokyo Church, and within 3.5 km of the city centre. The accommodation is non-smoking. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 23 km from 2min walk to Higashi Shinjuku Sta SiEW.Show full description
Newly opened, September 2023. Set in the centre of Tokyo, 200 metres from Koizumi Yakumo Memorial Park, TOKYO HOUSE INN - Vacation STAY 52051v offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. The property is around 400 metres from Samurai Museum, 300 metres from Choko-ji Temple and 600 metres from Okubo Baptist Church. Meotogi Shrine is 400 metres away and Full Gospel Tokyo Church is 600 metres from the hotel. The shared bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Korea Museum, Inari Kio Shrine and Okubo Park. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 23 km from TOKYO HOUSE INN - Vacation STAY 52051v.Show full description
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