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InterContinental the Strings Tokyo, an IHG HotelvsHOSHINOYA Tokyo
Both properties are endorsed by writers. Overall, The Strings by InterContinental Tokyo is preferred by most reviewers compared to HOSHINOYA Tokyo. The Strings by InterContinental Tokyo has a TripExpert Score of 81 with praise from 9 sources such as Oyster, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
InterContinental the Strings Tokyo, an IHG Hotel
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2-16-1 Konan, 26-32F Shinagawa East One Tower, Minato, Tokyo Prefecture 108-8282
From $175/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide "Watch the Shinkansen come and go from this chic eyrie, located from 26 floors up in one of the new brace of towers next to the station."
Frommer's "The Strings has many things working in its favor, including its affiliations with InterContinental and ANA... and its location just a short walk from Shinagawa Station." Full review
Fodor's "Beautifully blending modernity with traditional Japanese aesthetics, the Strings is Shinagawa's top-tier hotel." Full review
Lonely Planet "Take in the views of Tokyo Tower and the Rainbow Bridge in this serene, lofty space designed by award-winning architect Terry McGinnity." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Located on the 26th floor, this hotel has scenic views of Odaiba Island and Rainbow Bridge."
Time Out "Opened in 2003, ANA’s Strings Hotel brings a new level of class and service to the revitalised Shinagawa district." Full review
Star Service "Connected to the east (Konan exit) side of Shinagawa Station via pedestrian bridge, this hotel occupies the top floors of one of a handful of new office buildings." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Rooms are stylish and modern, with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus large windows with great views over Tokyo." Full review
Michelin Guide "Connected by the Skyway pedestrian overpass, this hotel is a two-minute walk from Shinagawa Station’s Konan exit and occupies the 26th to the top floor."
Condé Nast Traveler "It always feels like 5 o'clock here; a capacious bar pulls in travelers and locals alike. The room is open to the below, atrium style; the design may feel a little retro, but it works." Full review
HOSHINOYA Tokyo Time Out
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1-9-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda 100-0004, Tokyo Prefecture
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Time Out "Hoshinoya Tokyo is one of the capital's very few luxury ryokans...it promises to present a serious challenge to Tokyo's glut of luxury hotels, though a night's stay sure doesn't come cheap here." Full review
Wallpaper "Set among the straight-laced skyscrapers in the city’s financial district, the property might not be one the loftier hotels in Tokyo, but what it lacks in height it makes up for in clever design." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The city’s first luxury five-star traditional ryokan inn." Full review
Departures "It’s in its own 17-story building with 84 rooms. There are guest lounges on every floor and the top floor actually has a hot spring." Full review
Michelin Guide "The concept here is ‘a pagoda-like Japanese inn’ and there are just six guest rooms per floor." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"In creating its brand-new contemporary ryokan in the heart of Tokyo, Hoshinoya has barely put a foot wrong." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Editor's Pick: Hot List 2017." Full review
Hideaway Report95.0
"Billed as the only true onsen ryokan in central Tokyo, this property occupies a 17-floor high-rise in the financial district." Full review
Fodor's "If we could award a sixth star to a hotel, Hoshinoya would likely receive it." Full review
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Traditional breakfast is brought to the room upon your request and you can get Japanese or Western style.
Afar Magazine "Hoshinoya Tokyo is a modern ryokan that gracefully stands between the Imperial Palace and the Journalism Center of Tokyo." Full review
