A list by Kent Berg & Ada Nyman. Updated March 2024.
We have created a list with the best boutique hotels in Tokyo, Japan. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Ryokan.Unique. Relaxing atmosphere. Good breakfast. 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. At the ryokan, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner and specialises in Japanese cuisine. 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. 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
Cyashitsu ryokan is a new, family-run ryokan designed with traditional Japanese aesthetics and has modern conveniences like rooftop onsen and futon beds!
Delightful property. Lively. 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
An artful and comfy urban oasis in the heart of Tokyo's Nihombashi district. The floor-to-ceiling height makes the room feel luxe, and the detailing throughout is well thought out. I would describe this as one of the most BEAUTIFUL AND WELL DESIGNED boutique hotels in Tokyo. It also has AN AMAZING HOTEL BAR.
Trendy. Lively. Great bar. 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
This hotel is fabulous, with drool-worthy food in a great location. Fantastic facilities and all the small details are superb.
Superb breakfast. 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
Excellent tea-themed boutique hotel tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Local breakfast combines western and Japanese styles in a fresh, modernized way.
Charming. Hip. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Well located in the Chiyoda district of Tokyo, Artist Hotel - BnA STUDIO Akihabara is located 500 metres from Yushima Goryo Shrine, 500 metres from TKP Garden City Premium Akihabara and 600 metres from Kamezumiinari Shrine. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The property is 400 metres from Origami Kaikan, and within 4.5 km of the city centre. All guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, guest rooms at Artist Hotel - BnA STUDIO Akihabara have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms are equipped with a balcony. At the accommodation each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near Artist Hotel - BnA STUDIO Akihabara include Yushima Seido, Koobu Inari Shrine and EDO Culture Complex. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 21 km from the hotel.Show full description
I think this is the coolest boutique hotel in Tokyo.
Cool. Stylish. Popular among couples.Opened July 2020. Boasting a terrace, Asakusa Kokono Club Hotel is set in the centre of Tokyo, 70 metres from Edo Taito Traditional Crafts Center. This 3-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Some units at the property feature a balcony with a city view. A continental, American or Asian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Kinryu Park, Asakusa ROX Shopping Center and Drum Museum. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 23 km from Asakusa Kokono Club Hotel.Show full description
This boutique hotel is one of the most popular in Tokyo among couples!
Ryokan.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
The Edo Sakura is a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel. It provides traditional Japanese-style rooms with tatami mats and futons, along with a shared stone bathing room and a daily tea ceremony.
Guest House.Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Good breakfast. Featuring free WiFi and a hot tub, Mokkoan offers accommodation in Kita Ward, Tokyo. Private parking is available on site. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries. You will find a shared kitchen at the property. The guest house also offers free use of bicycles. Yokohama is 37 km from Mokkoan, while Chiba is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 24 km from Mokkoan.Show full description
This might be the most relaxing, romantic and unique boutique hotel in Tokyo. WOW!
Nice style. Nice interior design. Great value. Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, private parking, a fitness centre and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, slippers and a hairdryer. The rooms will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. Guests at Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna. Popular points of interest near Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel include Fukagawa Gatharia Shopping Mall, Tatsuminomori Kaihin Park and Susaki Stadium Monument. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 12 km from the hotel.Show full description
Historic. Beautiful. Great breakfast. Boasting chic decor with touches of Japanese traditional aethetics, Hotel Gajoen Tokyo is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. 7 dining options are featured, and free parking is available on site. Live piano performance can also be enjoyed at an on-site cafe lounge in the day time. JR Meguro Station is 6 minutes on foot and Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum is a 12-minute stroll. Free WiFi is provided throughout. All spacious rooms rooms include a satellite TV with cable channels, minibar, a coffee machine and handy smartphone. An en suite bathroom is fitted with a spa bath, free toiletries and hairdryer. For your comfort, some rooms include a sauna. Guests can unwind in a Japanese-style garden or at a library on site The front desk is open for 24 hours a day, and there are a pastry shop and gift shop at the property. Massage services and room services can be arranged. Shunyuki serves signature Chinese delicacies, while Tofutei offers an authentic Japanese kaiseki multi-course meal. Teppanyaki Japanese wagyu beed, American-style grilled dishes and Italian cuisine can be sampled on site. JR Shibuya Station is a 5-minute train ride, while JR Shinagawa Station is 8 minutes by train from Hotel Gajoen Tokyo. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 10 km away.Show full description
Fantastic escape in the middle of the city! That attention to detail extends to the rooms, which are filled with little details creating a traditional experience that has been modernized with amenities like ample power outlets and a very cool sauna system.
Very stylish. Cosy rooms. 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
Stylish. Comfortable beds. Great interior design. Popular among women.Opened March 2021. In a prime location in the centre of Tokyo, toggle hotel suidobashi TOKYO offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 500 metres from Misaki Inari Shrine. The units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. The rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at toggle hotel suidobashi TOKYO have a balcony. At the accommodation every room has bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near toggle hotel suidobashi TOKYO include Japan-China Friendship Centre Art Museum, Ramla Shopping Mall and Tsukudo Shrine. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 21 km from the hotel.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Great location. Great views. 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
This small, privately-owned hotel has a rooftop deck with a fantastic view of the Skytree. . The rooms are decorated with good taste!
Cool. Lively. Cosy rooms. 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
Guest House.Historic property. Lively. Great bar. Popular among women. Guesthouse toco has air-conditioned guest accommodation in Tokyo, 500 metres from Chosho-ji Temple, 800 metres from Kemmyo-in Temple and less than 1 km from Kissho-in Temple. Each accommodation at the 1-star guest house has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a garden and to a bar. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and bicycle parking for guests. With a shared bathroom fitted with slippers, units at the guest house also have free WiFi, while selected rooms also offer a terrace. All units feature bed linen. A bicycle rental service is available at the guest house. Popular points of interest near Guesthouse toco include Akiba Shrine, Tokugawa Ietsuna's Mausoleum Gate Plaque and Tokyo National Museum The Heiseikan. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 23 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this is one of the most HISTORIC AND LIVELY guest houses in Tokyo.
Great value. Popular among couples. Conveniently set in the centre of Tokyo, DDD HOTEL provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The property is non-smoking and is located 200 metres from Asakusa Mitsuke Memorial. At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe. The private bathroom is equipped with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At DDD HOTEL each room includes bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Popular points of interest near DDD HOTEL include Hatsunemori Shrine, Hulic Hall and Hulic Conference and Ichogaoka Hachiman Shrine. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 20 km from the hotel.Show full description
Historic. Great location. Re-opened in 2012 after thorough renovations, the Tokyo Station Hotel is registered as an Important Cultural Property and boasts gorgeous rooms in a classical European style. It features a French restaurant and stylish bars, and free WiFi is offered throughout. Guests can enjoy sushi, Japanese and Chinese cuisine at the restaurants on site. Its entrance is right next to the Marunouchi South Exit of Tokyo Station. Rooms at The Tokyo Station Hotel offer a delicious mix of plush decor and comfortable modern amenities, including an LCD TV, a minibar and an electric kettle.The en suite bathroom features a bath and shower. Free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer are provided. Just a 10-minute walk to the Ginza area and the Tokyo International Forum, the hotel is a 20-minute walk from the Imperial Palace. The Akihabara and Tsukiji areas are about a 10-minute drive away. Haneda International Airport is 30-minutes away via monorail, while Narita International Airport is a 60-minute ride away on the express train. You can enjoy a workout at the fitness centre or relax at the on-site spa. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, currency exchange and laundry services. Room service is also available. The property boasts a sumptuous Japanese and European style buffet breakfast with approximately 100 items. Organic juice, freshly baked bread, muesli and yogurt are served, complimented with a selection of fresh fruits. Egg dishes and a variety of meat are offered as well as a Japanese-style breakfast, consisting of rice, miso soup, grilled fish, rolled omelets and other side dishes.Show full description
An excellent combination of old-world luxury with modern amenities in the most convenient location. There's an incredible sense of luxury in airy rooms with high ceilings, including opulent bathrooms with all the modern amenities. The delicious breakfast buffet offers an enormous selection of Japanese and western cuisines.
Great location. Comfortable beds. Located in Tokyo, 300 metres from Zuiken Kawamura Former Residence Place Monument, Sakura Cross Hotel Tokyo Kayabacho provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property is around 700 metres from Takao Inari Shrine, 400 metres from Yasube Taketsune Horibe Monument and 700 metres from Edo Bay Opening Port Monument. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Shinkawa Historic Place Monument. At the hotel, each room includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near Sakura Cross Hotel Tokyo Kayabacho include War Disaster Memorial Service Monument, Oiwa Inari Shrine and Bank of Japan Origin Place Monument. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 17 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Great views. Boasting fine restaurants and an award-winning spa on the 37th floor, Mandarin Oriental offers 5-star luxury in the historical Nihonbashi area in the heart of Tokyo. Among the most spacious in Tokyo, rooms feature gorgeous city views. Rooms at the Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo pair wide windows with chic design inspired by Japanese aesthetics. Mitsukoshimae Subway Station and JR Shin-Nihonbashi Train Station are directly connected to the hotel. A full range of modern amenities are offered, including a satellite flat-screen TV. All rooms boast a sofa, seating area and desk, while bathrooms have a large bathtub and separate shower. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Tokyo Stock Exchange and an 8-minute walk from JR Tokyo Station. Ginza area is a 5-minute subway ride and the Imperial Palace is a 3-minute subway ride away. Akihabara Electric Town and the popular Tsukiji Fish Market are both within a 10-minute drive or taxi ride from the property. Guests can work out to city views at the 38th-floor fitness room, or relax in the hot tub or sauna. The spa offers exclusive Asian and Western-fusion treatments in a tranquil setting. The hotel’s concierge helps with sightseeing. Among the hotel’s 9 dining options is Sushi Shin by Miyakawa, offering edomae-style sushi and skyline views. Cantonese and French cuisines also tempt the tongue. Mandarin Bar pours cool cocktails. The Michelin starred Tapas Molecular Bar is open for both lunch and dinner.Show full description
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