Vol.13: TOKYO’S BEST NEW HOTELS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON

Welcome to TOKYO BEAT – a special series by your trusty Tokyo Tourism Representative (New York Office) that aims to provide you with story ideas and inspiration. An unforgettable holiday trip to Tokyo requires an equally noteworthy hotel; luckily there is no shortage of places to stay, especially when it comes to new hotels that are emerging throughout the city to push the envelope of tradition, innovation, and luxury. While every hotel in Tokyo has something to offer, here are some of the most cutting-edge that will make any stay that much more special.

High Concept Recognized by the Guinness World Records as the first hotel with true robot staff, Hen-na Hotel Ginza has made headlines before. But the hotel gets past gimmickry with a tech forward environment that is fully functional, convenient, and even eco-friendly. For those who have always wanted to stay at an iconic ‘capsule’ hotel, but don’t want to sacrifice luxury, The Millennials in Shibuya is a stylish alternative. 24-hour communal spaces, spacious, app-enabled Smart Pod ‘rooms’, and countless amenities perfectly balance the sense of sharing with much-needed privacy. Visitors staying for an extended time, or with larger groups (up to 6), can take advantage of the apartment style rooms of Mimaru Tokyo Ueno North, which not only come with kitchens, but also dedicated smartphones for the duration of the stay.

Traditional Luxury Of all the hotels to choose from in Tokyo, Hoshinoya is an unmistakable stand out. Inspired by the traditional styling of Japanese Ryokan, it merges traditional elements – from tatami mats to kimono style robes and even onsen baths – with the luxury amenities demanded by world-class travelers. The onsen, with its mineral rich water drawn from 1500 meters below the surface, is alone worth the stay. However, few places can match the connection to local history and culture that Nohga Hotel Ueno has to offer. This boutique hotel is not only impeccably designed for modern tastes, but also has sourced its many design elements, amenities, and even food ingredients from neighborhood artisans and businesses. The 688 square foot Nohga suite is certainly going to turn heads.

Designed to Impress Shibuya is one of the most revered neighborhoods in Tokyo – a symbol of the city’s modernism, design, and commerce. The hyper-modern Hotel Koé Tokyo beautifully encapsulates the energy of its surroundings, merging fashion, design, music, and atmosphere in a way that will astonish even the most seasoned international traveler. Artistically inclined visitors should turn their attention to the immersive BnA Hotel Studio (locations in Koenji and Akihabara). It is perhaps one of the most unique of all accommodations in Tokyo right now, functioning as a hotel, an art space, and a collective community of professional artists. In fact, each one of its uniquely designed rooms – created by a community member – pays a commission to the artist every time you stay.

For more information about Tokyo’s newest hotels, contact press@tokyo-nyc.com or call 917-200-4887. For general information on traveling in Tokyo, head to TokyoTokyo.jp and Gotokyo.org/en/