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Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel
The only high end hotel to be built in Shibuya, the Cerulean is a good choice for visitors looking for some buzz with their business travel. Sleek modern design extends from the lobby to the guest rooms, where high speed Internet access is available alongside the minimalist Asian designed décor. Bathrooms are small but luxurious, those hankering for a bathroom view should request a corner room, where breathtaking vistas are on offer from the bath. At the business salon computers and conference rooms can be hired, and in line with other Tokyo hotels leisure facilities incur an extra cost for each use. However guests on the Executive Floor have fitness club, breakfast and snacks and daily newspapers included in the rate.
26-1 Sakuragaoka-Cho, Shibuya-ku
Tel: (03) 3476 3000.
Website: www.ceruleantower-hotel.com
Hotel New Otani
Located within minutes of the Imperial Palace, this enormous hotel towers over the vibrant Akasaka government and entertainment district. With predictably excellent facilities, including an astonishing 37 restaurants and cafes, tennis courts and an open-air swimming pool, the Otani is every inch the Tokyo mega hotel. But hidden behind the concrete facade is a historic 400 year old Japanese garden: with Tokyo green spaces in desperately short supply, this 10-acre oasis, complete with waterfall, ponds and bridges, offers guests a tranquil haven from the city's hustle and bustle. Rooms range from basic doubles and twins to ‘conceptual suites' such as Suite Hiroshige, whose design is inspired by the famous artist from the Edo era.
1 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku
Tel: (03) 3265 1111.
Website: www.newotani.co.jp
Hotel Nikko Tokyo
The spectacular curved edifice of this ‘urban resort hotel' is located in Tokyo's bustling waterfront area, close to the Tokyo Big Sight international exhibition centre and only 15 minutes from the city's main business districts. Each guest room has a private balcony overlooking the bay and telephone with modem point, while sophisticated rooftop suites boast private gardens and Jacuzzis. An impressive and memorable venue for functions and conferences, the sumptuous banquet halls offer panoramic sea views, as do the impressive Zen Health Spa, the continental-style Terrace Restaurant and the nautically themed Captain's Bar. The hotel's contemporary design features pale colours, natural materials and works of art. The spacious, airy feel and excellent service make it a fine choice for those not requiring a city centre location.
1-9-1 Daiba, Minato-ku
Tel: (03) 5500 5500.
Website: www.hnt.co.jp/index_en.html
Hotel Okura
A Tokyo classic this 1970s hotel is justly famous for its excellent service and great location, minutes from the American Embassy and Roppongi's bustling streets. The classic décor is beautiful and stepping into the lobbies is like stepping back in time. Many of the guest rooms feel slightly tired, however, although with the recent creation of the Grand Comfort Floor, modern Asian design is vastly improving the bedroom decor. Well worth the extra cost these renovated rooms are filled with plush neutral furniture and glass walled bathrooms that increase the sense of space. Comfort Room guests also enjoy the use of the new ‘Relaxation Nature Court', a very well equipped spa offering the latest treatments. Available to other guests for a fee, it makes a wonderful oasis from the city outside, as does the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, performed in a tatami room overlooking a serene garden.
2-10-4 Toranomon, Minato-ku
Tel: (03) 3582 0111.
Website: www.okura.com/tokyo
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