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HomeikanvsKeio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Both properties are praised by experts. Overall, Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo scores slightly better than Homeikan. Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo ranks #26 in Tokyo with endorsements from 8 sources including Rough Guide, Travel + Leisure and Frommer's.
Homeikan
Concierge
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Frommer's
5-10-5 Hongo, Bunkyo, Tokyo 113-0033
From $135/night
- Hot Tub
- Air Conditioning
- Refrigerator
Concierge "The rooms are all Japanese-style... either "ordinary" for budget travelers or the marginally more expensive "authentic and traditional." Opt for the latter."
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Homeikan also offers massage services, as well as Japanese breakfasts and dinners on request.
Lonely Planet "Atop a slope in a quiet residential neighbourhood, the venerable Hōmeikan is a beautifully crafted wooden ryokan." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Designated as an “important cultural property” is this atmospheric old wooden ryokan with a Japanese garden."
Time Out "This wonderful old ryokan in the sleepy streets of Hongo looks just like a Japanese inn ought to: wooden, glass-fronted and with an ornamental garden at the front." Full review
Frommer's "This lovely place is my number-one choice if you want to experience an authentic, traditional ryokan in a traditional neighborhood." Full review
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Rough Guide Frommer's
Fodor's Lonely Planet DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo Prefecture 160-8330
From $205/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "The renovated premier rooms... in grey and brown tones, are very stylish."
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Ask for a room on the west side - they have the best views across to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.
Frommer's "Popular with both Japanese and foreign travelers, including group tours, and the lobby bustles with activity." Full review
Fodor's "This hotel has a reputation as a business destination that serves its guests with a classic touch." Full review
Lonely Planet "Rooms... all have excellent city views, be sure to ask for one that has been recently renovated." Full review
DK Eyewitness "One of the best bases for visiting the sights of Shinjuku."
Star Service "Facing the huge Tokyo Metropolitan Government Office, this hotel is 400 m west of Shinjuku Station, and east of Shinjuku Central Park." Full review
OysterUpscale
"A convenient location for business travelers, and has many business-friendly amenities, including extensive meeting facilities and private function rooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Just outside the busy Shinjuku Station, the Keio Plaza Hotel is about as centrally located as you can get in Tokyo." Full review
