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I left there in 2007 right at the start.....
of when a lot of modern premium chains started opening there. The initial choices were the Imperial Hotel (next to the palace) and the New Otani (both pretty much premium but outdated). But then came the Park Hyatt (in Shinjuku, a very lively area, but difficult for foreigners with no Japanese language, made famous in the movie Lost in Translation) and the Grand Hyatt (in Roppongi Hills complex, next to Roppongi, probably the most foreign friendly/gaijin friendly area of Tokyo). As I was leaving, the Four Seasons, The Peninsula, and the Mandarin Oriental have opened up, all nearer Ginza, the famous shopping area, but also more business orientated.
I haven't lived there for a while, I admit, so pls take more currency from the guys who are still there, but I think my recommendation for a young first timer is be the Grand Hyatt, if you like nightlife etc.... otherwise, any of the other hotels will give you insight into the real Tokyo
My 2 cents anyway, enjoy, its an amazing, out of this world blade runner-esque city, that no other place in Asia and the World has come close to being.
Best hotels/areas to stay in Tokyo?
I will be making a trip up to Tokyo in the coming month, and I would just like a little advice from the community as to where would be a good place to stay while I am there. I've never been to Tokyo before, or Japan for that matter, and seeing as most mem...
When we were in Tokyo...
We were in the Shidome area at the Conrad. It's a great location, just a short stroll to Tsukiji and Ginza, with the metro system nearby. Across the street is the Hama Riku Garden which is a scenic area that gets you away from the concrete jungle of the c...
...and from ThePuristS Tokyo GTG..
Our PHOTO forum mod Casey took us here: timeout.watchprosite.com The beef at Zakoru was fantastic! -MW
DRMW made some great suggestions. a few others...
Emrique, You mention cost isnt an issue, but you dont give us any leads as to other priorities. traditional? classic? modern? quiet? busy? close to...? personal, attentive service? professional but perhaps a bit cold? Park Hyatt is the business prestige c...
Hmmm.. Good point
Well I suppose I do tend to lean towards more modern, chic, fashionable sort of places, but still want somewhere quite luxurious and in an area that is generally convenient for the first time tourist I guess? That would involve being near interesting site...
Thanks man!
Yes, that beef looks ridiculous! So marbled infact, that I'm pretty sure there is more fat than meat! :O Enrique
Last time I stayed at...
this hotel called Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel... pretty good and in a really convenient location. Not sure if it's luxurious enough... perhaps you could check it out. The concierge service is unbelievable - they could help with anything you want to ask the...
If I may suggest
At least during your stay try @ The Peninsula Tokyo, Ginza Area. I could say the service is top notch,room is huge especially if you re traveling with your spouse, , and opt for the imperial palace view, you wouldn't get disappointed. Rgds
I left there in 2007 right at the start.....
of when a lot of modern premium chains started opening there. The initial choices were the Imperial Hotel (next to the palace) and the New Otani (both pretty much premium but outdated). But then came the Park Hyatt (in Shinjuku, a very lively area, but di...