Tokyo’s boutique hotel scene artfully combines sleek, contemporary aesthetics with cultural nuances, offering travelers refined and intimate accommodations. Here’s a look at the best boutique hotels in Japan’s capital city.
Trunk Hotel – Yoyogi Park
Located in the trendy Shibuya neighborhood, Trunk Hotel – Yoyogi Park fuses minimalist design with a social-inclined vibe. Known for its eco-friendly practices, this hotel is perfect for those seeking a conscious yet vibrant stay.
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 15 • Narita International Airport | Amenities: • Room service • Laundry • Free Wifi • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
Hoshinoya Tokyo
One may not anticipate an oasis smack dab in the middle of Otemachi, Tokyo’s bustling business district, but this hotel defies expectations. Hoshinoya Tokyo captures the essence of traditional Japanese hospitality with its spacious separate ryokans, central atrium, and natural hot springs. Rooms feature tatami mats and modern amenities.
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 84 • Narita International Airport | Amenities: • Free Wifi • Paid breakfast • Laundry service • 1 Bars & Restaurants |
Aman Tokyo
Yet another property in Otemachi that feels more akin to a sanctuary is Aman Tokyo. Nestled within the Otemachi Tower, its spacious rooms with washi paper and incredible skyline views make it ideal for travelers seeking luxury–and the serenity travelers have come to expect from Aman Hotels.
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 84 • Narita International Airport | Amenities: • Indoor swimming pool • Spa • Free Wifi • 4 Bars & Restaurants |
Hotel New Otani Tokyo Executive House Zen
This heritage hotel features its own boutique zen-inspired executive wing, boasting refined service and boundless vistas of an awe-inspiring 400-year-old Japanese garden.
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 84 • Narita International Airport | Amenities: • 2 swimming pools • Room service • Free Wifi • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon
This hip retreat is beloved for its swanky design and rooftop terrace, showcasing sweeping views of Tokyo Tower.
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 206 • Narita International Airport | Amenities: • Indoor swimming pool • Spa • Very good breakfast • 4 Bars & Restaurants |
K5
Set in a historic bank building in Nihonbashi, K5 is a micro-hotel concept that is quirky and stylish. Rooms are outfitted with pops of primary colors and filled with lush greenery. Find Switch Coffee (a café that looks like a nursery), a library cocktail bar, and a Japanese restaurant on the first floor; head to the basement for B, a beer hall by Brooklyn Brewery.
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 20 • Narita International Airport | Amenities: • Room service • Baggage storage • Free Wifi • 1 Bars & Restaurants |
Mesm Tokyo, Autograph Collection
Mesm Tokyo prides itself on engaging all five senses at every opportunity. Concepted with “individualists” in mind, the hotel breathes new life into the Waters Takeshiba area, once the Minamoto docklands. Its on-site culinary concepts employ artistry and thematics to create an unforgettable dining experience.
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 265 • Narita International Airport | Amenities: • Fitness center • Free Wifi • Good breakfast • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
Janu Tokyo
The sister brand of Amana, Janu is bold and welcoming, with wellness facilities and spaces that foster social and environmental connections. It’s the only hotel in Azabudai Hills, an urban village in the city center with verdant natural surroundings. Stays are best spent exploring their 4,000sqm spa and wellness center.
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 122 • Narita International Airport | Amenities: • Indoor swimming pool • Spa • Fitness center • 6 Bars & Restaurants |
The Okura Tokyo
After a recent renovation, this landmark hotel combines Japanese aesthetics with voguish indulgences, preserving its classic charm and sophisticated style.
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 508 • Narita International Airport | Amenities: • Indoor swimming pool • Spa • Room service • 5 Bars & Restaurants |
The Aoyama Grand Hotel
Situated in Aoyama–notable for its abundance of international fashion houses, art, and eateries–this chic hotel sports tasteful interiors and a variety of elevated dining and nightlife destinations, making it a favorite for fashion-forward travelers.
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 42 • Narita International Airport | Amenities: • Spa; • Free Wifi • Room service • 4 Bars & Restaurants |
