The Westin TokyovsClaska
Both hotels are endorsed by writers. Overall, The Westin Tokyo ranks marginally higher than Claska. The Westin Tokyo is ranked #18 in Tokyo with approval from 11 reviewers like DK Eyewitness, Star Service and Michelin Guide.
The Westin Tokyo Show All Reviews
1-4-1 Mita, Meguro, Tokyo 153-8580
From $253/night
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- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"In the Yebisu Garden Place development, this populent hotel is decorated in Art Nouveau style; the spacious rooms have nigh ceilings and plush furnishings."
Frommer's
"A black marble floor, neoclassical columns and statuary, huge floral bouquets, and palm trees set this smart-looking hotel apart from other Tokyo hotels -- it would be a perfect fit in Hong Kong." Full review
Fodor's
"Size is certainly on a grand scale: the bathrooms are large enough to accommodate families, and suites are huge by Japanese standards." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Westin Tokyo provides European elegance... and a quiet respite in the heart of Tokyo." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A grand, European-style hotel... there are large rooms with faux antique furnishings."
Time Out
"Its spacious lobby attempts to recreate the feeling of a European palace... a good view is pretty much guaranteed." Full review
Star Service
"Gleaming black and red marble statues, huge floral arrangements and palm trees in the neoclassical lobby announce the level of lushness to expect." Full review
BlackBook
"Sleek, modern interiors and gleaming rooms elevate this Ebisu chain in Yebisu Garden Place to high-level status."
Lonely Planet
"Rooms here are on the opulent side but tasteful, with a laid-back European panache." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"An upscale hotel adjacent to the Yebisu Garden Place, The Westin Tokyo benefits from its close proximity to several museums, as well as quality shopping and restaurants." Full review
Claska Show All Reviews
1-3-18 Chuocho, Tokyo 152-0001
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Claska is a unique, 18-room hotel in Meguro on the fourth and fifth floors of a 1970s block renovated by the hip Tokyo architects Intentionallies."
Insight Guides
"A sleek boutique hotel that combines contemporary Scandinavian interiors with traditional Japanese design sensibilities. It includes a hip cafe-bar and art gallery. ."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Claska is hands-down Tokyo’s most stylish hotel, though you might not know it from the retro business-hotel facade." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"It is worth the slightly inconvenient location to experience the epitome of luxury at this ultramodern, two-floor hotel."
Time Out
"Situated on Meguro-dori between Meguro and Gakugeidai stations, this hotel is the result of a complete overhaul of the former Hotel Meguro." Full review
BlackBook
"You've only got a dozen chances for a room at this happening 12-room Meguro boutique hotel; nine if you want a Western style one."
Fodor's
"Hip, modern, and utterly Japanese, the Claska offers a premier boutique hotel experience." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Touches such as handmade furniture, complimentary Tokyobike rentals, and a fashionable shop with local designer goods make this a smart choice for the art hound." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Promises clean, simple, minimalist-leaning interiors." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"It’s off the beaten track, but terrific value for those who want to explore Tokyo’s arty side." Full review