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Where to Stay in Tokyo: Best Areas and Hotels for Every Traveler
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items Not sure where to stay in Tokyo? We’ve got you covered. From first-timer favorites to quiet local neighborhoods, this guide breaks down the best areas in Tokyo based on your travel style. Whether you're into nightlife, convenience, culture, or family...
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Tokyo Hotel Guide Intro
Shinjuku Area
Tokyo Station / Ginza Area
Asakusa / Oshiage Area
Extreme Budget Options
Unique and Fun Stays
Tokyo Hotel Guide Intro
Tokyo is never short on great places to stay, so we pulled together our full guide to help you choose the right spot, and a link to easily book your stay through Expedia.
After living in Japan and staying everywhere from capsule pods to luxury towers, we put together this ultimate Tokyo hotel guide to help you find your perfect stay.
Read Our Complete Where to Stay in Tokyo Guide
We love booking our stays on Expedia because the prices are great, check-in is smooth, and we’ve even scored room upgrades and free drinks at some hotels.
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Shinjuku Area
Shinjuku is lively, central, and well-connected—great for first-timers, night owls, and anyone who wants to be in the heart of the action.
Right across from Shinjuku Sanchome Station, this easy, no-fuss hotel has comfy rooms (some with kitchenettes), quick metro access, and all the konbinis you’ll need nearby.
Budget Pick for Shinjuku Area: Tokyu Stay Shinjuku
A couple- and family-friendly stay that’s spacious, comfy, and super convenient, with easy access to trains, dining, and everything Shinjuku has to offer.
Mid-Range Pick for Shinjuku Area: Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
A classic luxury pick tucked near Shinjuku Park, this peaceful spot gives couples and families a refined stay with spacious rooms and easy train access.
Luxury Pick for Shinjuku Area: Hyatt Regency Tokyo
Modern, sleek, and just steps from Nishi-Shinjuku Station, this upscale stay is perfect for couples who want comfort, style, and easy access to the rest of Tokyo.
Luxury Pick for Shinjuku Area: Hilton Tokyo
Tokyo Station / Ginza Area
Tokyo Station and Ginza are ideal for day trips, upscale vibes, and easy train access, with plenty of dining, shopping, and stylish hotel options nearby.
Just a 10-minute walk from both Ginza and Tokyo Station, this compact but convenient hotel is perfect for budget travelers who want an easy base for day trips or city exploring.
Budget Pick for Tokyo Station / Ginza Area: KOKO HOTEL Ginza 1-Chome
Want a stay with a beautiful Tokyo Tower view? This hotel delivers sleek rooms, a prime Ginza location, and easy access to trains and top shopping spots.
Mid-Range Pick for Tokyo Station / Ginza Area: Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza Premier
Located in Shiodome just one train stop from Tokyo Station, this artsy, design-focused hotel offers unique concept rooms and some with incredible Tokyo Tower views.
Mid-Range Pick For Tokyo Station / Ginza Area: Park Hotel Tokyo
Easily our favorite affordable hotel with a Tokyo Tower view. Stylish rooms, artistic vibes, and a super convenient location—check out our personal experience staying here.
Our Favourite Hotel with Tokyo Tower View: Park Hotel Tokyo Review
If you're ready to splurge, Aman Tokyo is the ultimate luxury stay with a Japanese-style bath, steam rooms, indoor pool, and prime access to Tokyo Station.
Luxury Pick For Tokyo Station / Ginza Area: Aman Tokyo
Asakusa / Oshiage Area
Asakusa and Oshiage offer a more traditional, laid-back Tokyo vibe with iconic sights, riverside walks, and a peaceful break from the city’s busier districts.
Just minutes from Sensoji Temple and Asakusa Station, this quiet and affordable spot is perfect for couples and families exploring the area by day and relaxing by the river at night.
Budget Pick for Asakusa / Oshiage Area: HOP INN Tokyo Asakusa
Just 3 minutes from Asakusa Station, this adults-only hotel is a solid value with perks like public baths, a sauna, river views, and free late-night noodles.
Adult Only Budget Hotel for Asakusa / Oshiage Area: Dormy Inn Express Asakusa
Right across the river from Asakusa, this mid-range hotel has spacious rooms, great Skytree views, and super easy access to trains, shopping, and even a British pub.
Mid-Range Pick for Asakusa / Oshiage Area: Lotte City Hotel Kinshicho
A family-friendly luxury stay with spacious suites, kitchenettes, and Tokyo charm just minutes from Sensoji Temple, perfect for longer stays or group trips.
Luxury Pick For Asakusa / Oshiage Area: Mimaru Suites Tokyo Asakusa
Extreme Budget Options
If you’re on a tight budget and just need the basics, these capsule hotels and hostels offer solid comfort and good locations without stretching your wallet.
A budget-friendly, dorm-style stay just 10 minutes from Asakusa Station, with private cabins for solo travelers and block rentals for groups up to 12.
Extreme Budget Group Stay: Hotel Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa
With 5 convenient locations across Tokyo, this budget-friendly stay is great for solo travelers, small groups, and families, offering simple rooms and shared facilities close to train stations.
Extreme Budget Traditional Stay: Sakura Hotel Nippori
A clean and comfy capsule stay near Shinjuku, perfect for solo travelers with gender-separated floors, TVs, and more space than you’d expect for the price.
Extreme Budget Capsule Hotel: The Global Hotel Tokyo
Unique and Fun Stays
Tokyo has no shortage of unique stays, with themed hotels, stylish designer spaces, and traditional ryokans for a memorable experience.
If you’re a fan of the Suica Penguin, you’ll love this themed hotel room!
Japan’s Most Unique Themed Hotel Room: The Suica Penguin Room at Hotel Metropolitan Ikebukuro
If you’re into Godzilla (or just want to stay somewhere fun), this hotel near Kabukicho puts you right in the action, with the iconic Godzilla head on the roof.
Fun Stay for Godzilla Fans: Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
If you love MUJI, this is your dream stay. Located above the flagship store, it’s minimalist, beautifully designed, and surprisingly spacious with thoughtful details in every corner.
Unique Stay for MUJI lovers: MUJI Hotel Ginza
This cozy ryokan offers a classic Japanese stay just steps from Nakamise Dori, with traditional rooms, family options, and a rooftop bath overlooking Asakusa.
Unique Ryokan Stay with Onsen: Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu
Tokyo Disneyland Stays
Planning to visit Tokyo Disneyland or DisneySea? Staying at an official Disney Hotel is ideal, but there are also great nearby options with easy train access.
For the full Disney experience, staying at one of the official hotels gives you early park access, themed rooms, and guaranteed entry, though they book fast and cost more.
Fun Disney Resort: Toy Story Hotel
Hilton Tokyo Bay has playful themed rooms like the Happy Magic Suites with separate spaces for adults and kids, perfect for a magical family stay.
Fun Happy Magic Suites: Hilton Tokyo Bay
A great budget-friendly option near the JR Keiyo Line, this hotel features spacious family rooms, fun Disney-themed details, and free shuttle service to the park.
Budget-friendly Direct Access to Tokyo Disneyland: Mitsui Garden Hotel Prana Tokyo Bay
Haneda and Narita Airport Stays
If you're arriving late, leaving early, or just want a smooth start or end to your trip, both Haneda and Narita offer convenient airport hotel options worth considering.
Directly connected to Terminal 3, this hotel is perfect for arrivals or last-night stays with free shuttles, onsen views of Mt. Fuji, and direct access to Haneda Airport Garden.
Haneda Airport Hotel with Onsen Access: Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
With a free airport shuttle, spacious rooms, an indoor pool, and fitness center, this hotel is a convenient and comfortable choice for recharging before or after your flight.
Hotel for Staying Near Narita Airport: Hilton Tokyo Narita Airport