With spectacularly beautiful landscape changing four seasons a year, a wealth of attractions from excellent museums to historic temples to attractive green spaces, an unlimited choice of shopping, entertainment, and dining, not to mention the wide range of accommodation options, Japan’s capital is an inspiring place to visit no matter how many times you’ve been here before.
Tokyo is best enjoyed with a convenient hotel and being a large city, it’s no wonder that there are many vacation apartments in Tokyo, along with luxurious hotels and boutique resorts, committed to make every minute of your vacation worth remembering forever. Hotels in Tokyo are found in the city’s different neighborhoods, and offer great service along with spacious accommodations and modern facilities. Here are some of the most luxurious hotels that are truly worth a stay, if you can, of course, afford it.
The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo
Located in the uttermost 9 floors of the tallest building in Tokyo, in the city’s entertainment, diplomatic and business hub, the luxurious Ritz-Carlton Hotel is definitely one of the best choices when considering 5 star hotels in Tokyo. Opened on March 30th, 2007 as part of Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company L.L.C (an operator of more than 60 fine hotels worldwide), Ritz-Carlton offers first-class accommodations, luxury service and unrivaled dining experience. Comfort is found in every corner of Ritz Carlton Hotel; here the ambiance expresses warmth in a modern interior designed by Frank Nicholson Inc and the latest trends in food, fashion and luxury retail coexist with the ancient temples and ruins nearby.
Floors 47 to 53 house the hotel’s 248 amazing guestrooms and suites, all with the ultimate facilities and amenities along with breathtaking panoramic views of Tokyo. There is a magnificent sky lobby on the 45th floor, two seasonal restaurants, plus lounge & bar, under the command of a highly awarded executive chef, café & deli, more than 21.000-square-foot Spa & Fitness by ESPA on 46th floor, as well as state-of-the-art event facilities including a dedicated Wedding Chapel. Floors 1 and 2 feature terraces with majestic views out over Hinokicho Park, a fully appointed ballroom and other stellar facilities to better service even the most discerning guests. In a nutshell, this is a place to be stayed to be believed.
The Peninsula Tokyo
Another magnificent hideaway facing Kokyo Gaien National Garden, the stunning Peninsula Tokyo is a travelers’ dream come true. Located near Hibiya Park and surrounded with greenery, The Peninsula is one of the largest accommodation options in the city with 314 spacious guestrooms (of which 47 are suites), all with modern Japanese-inspired accents and stunning views of the city, 5 one-of-a-kind restaurants, a modern lounge bar, six elegantly decorated function rooms and two ballrooms, a wedding chapel, a Japanese ceremony room, a full-service Spa, offering onsite health and beauty treatments. Recreational facilities include a modern gym and 20-meter swimming pool.
The Peninsula Tokio is where top-notch service, amazing atmosphere and higher level of creativity, convenience and efficiency for planning events of all types and sizes is simply guaranteed. Whether you are planning a leisure or business trip, this service-oriented hotel is sure to cater for a complete and unforgettable stay. The hotel is within a short distance from Tokyo Yakarazuka Theater, Imperial Garden Theatre and Ginza shopping. Tokyo Imperial Palace is some 2.3 kilometers away.
Park Hyatt Tokyo
Housed in the 14 floors of the 52-storey Shinjuku Park Tower, the stunning 178-room Park Hyatt Tokyo has long drawn moviegoers and luxury travelers alike. Highly spacious guestrooms and suites at this hotel are designed to meet the needs of demanding travelers, and come with the latest amenities and high-tech communications. One of the highlights of the hotel is its striking swimming pool, on the 47th floor of the building, complete with glass roof, making it a haven for kids and young alike. Dining at Park Hyatt Tokyo is available on its 6 restaurants, while the hotel’s two bars welcome guests to relax in a tranquil environment. Guests can recharge their batteries in the hotel’s luxurious spa, featuring a wide range of treatments and therapies. Other amenities within the hotel include: concierge, maid service, meeting room, laundry service, business center, childcare and WiFi among others.
The hotel is accessible by public transportation and is close to such attractions, as Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park. Do not miss out the spectacular views of Tokyo and the Kanto Plain all the way to Mt. Fuji.
