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Hotel Century Southern TowervsShibuya Granbell hotel
Both properties are praised by travel writers. On balance, Hotel Century Southern Tower scores slightly better than Shibuya Granbell hotel. Hotel Century Southern Tower has a TripExpert Score of 80 with recommendations from 10 sources such as Oyster, Frommer's and Travel + Leisure.
Hotel Century Southern Tower
Rough Guide
Concierge
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Frommer's
2-2-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya, Tokyo Prefecture 151-8583
From $475/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "This smart, stylish hotel is better value than many of its older rivals in Nishi-Shinjuku."
Concierge "This hotel has long been a favorite among Tokyo visitors-in-the-know for its very convenient location... and for its breathtaking views without the usual sky-high rates."
Fodor's "The sparse offerings at the Century... are more than compensated for by the hotel's reasonable prices and wonderful location." Full review
Michelin Guide "This hotel occupies the 19-35th floors of the Odakyu Southern Tower; the lobby is on the 20th floor."
Travel + Leisure "Located on the 20th through 35th floors of the Southern Tower building just above Shinjuku station, the Hotel Century Southern Tower is known for its offering of views in every direction." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Located on Shinjuku’s Southern Terrace, and with guest rooms from the 20th floor up, the Hotel Century offers superb views of the area’s sights and lights."
Time Out "Just a three minute walk from the south exit of Shinjuku station, this city hotel makes the most of its convenient location." Full review
Lonely Planet "This is one of the best deals for accommodation in Shinjuku, considering the central location, just a couple minutes’ walk from Shinjuku Station." Full review
OysterUpscale
"An upscale property occupying 17 upper floors of a skyscraper. The 375 guest rooms are light-filled and decorated in a simple and tasteful modern style." Full review
Frommer's "Conveniently located amid the skyscrapers of Shinjuku and connected to Takashimaya Shinjuku...this superb choice offers smallish rooms with a view, at a fraction of the price of nearby competitors." Full review
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Couples might note, however, that doubles are much smaller than twins.
Shibuya Granbell hotel Rough Guide Concierge Fodor's Lonely Planet DK Eyewitness Time Out
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler Oyster
15 - 17 Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0031
From $70/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "A hip atmosphere... Certainly fun."
Concierge "Affordable boutique hotels are hard to come by in Tokyo, especially ones as artfully designed as the Granbell Hotel in Shibuya."
Fodor's "Location, location, location—that's the Granbell, and with a minimalist pop-art style to boot." Full review
Lonely Planet "One of the city’s few boutique hotels, the Granbell is a step up from your average business hotel, though it’s priced about the same." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This cheerful hotel with a calm atmosphere is only a short walk from Shibuya Station. Double and single rooms have light furnishings and colors."
Time Out "The Granbell offers a stylish alternative to your run-of-the-mill business hotel." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"Cool, minimalist, fun, modern and affordable, this place is popular among young party-lovers and professionals alike." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "You can find more luxurious rooms at similar prices elsewhere, but they probably won't be smack in Shibuya." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Shibuya Granbell Hotel is an upper-middle-range business property situated in the busy Shibuya area, a five-minute walk from Shibuya Station." Full review
