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The Peninsula TokyovsHotel Century Southern Tower
Both hotels are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, The Peninsula Tokyo scores significantly better than Hotel Century Southern Tower. The Peninsula Tokyo comes in at 92 with endorsements from 19 reviews like Departures, Rough Guide and Frommer's.
The Peninsula Tokyo
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1-8-1 Yurakucho, Chiyoda, Tokyo Prefecture 100-0006
From $319/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"This very swanky new addition to Tokyo's increasingly crowded luxury hotel scene offers an unbeatable location."
"The big draw is its location across the street from the Imperial Palace and a short stroll from the center of Ginza."
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There are 314 guest rooms going up to the 24th floor, but be sure to nab a high one and be specific about a palace view, or you could end up staring at office buildings.
"From the staff in caps and sharp suits... to the shimmering gold glow emitting from the top floors, the 24-floor Peninsula Tokyo exudes elegance and grace." Full review
"One almost gets a feeling of guilty extravagance when sprawling out in the Peninsula’s vast rooms." Full review
"Completed in 2008, this highly reputed 24-story hotel is close to the Imperial Palace East Gardens, Hibiya Park, and Tokyo International Forum."
"Built of amber Namibian granite, this property garners a pair of perfect scores." Full review
"Facing Kokyo Gaien National Garden, and located near Hibiya Park, The Peninsula Tokyo is surrounded by greenery." Full review
"In a prestigious location, near the Marunouchi financial district and Ginza shopping haven, this Peninsula property is a 24-story freestanding entity, glowing like a Japanese lantern." Full review
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Gorgeous baths complete with tubs boasting granite waterfall spouts and spa music capabilities with the touch of a button, robes, slippers, scales, magnifying mirrors, hair dryers, glass shower stalls and cable TVs. Choose a Deluxe Corner room or an Executive or Deluxe Suite to enjoy baths with natural light streaming in from large windows.
"Can't get much better than this Maranouchi local just a stone's throw from Ginza shopping, across from Imperial Palace."
"Across the street from the Imperial Palace, the Peninsula delivers crisp service and luxe looks." Full review
Hotel Century Southern Tower
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2-2-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya, Tokyo Prefecture 151-8583
From $475/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"This smart, stylish hotel is better value than many of its older rivals in Nishi-Shinjuku."
"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."
"The sparse offerings at the Century... are more than compensated for by the hotel's reasonable prices and wonderful location." Full review
"This hotel occupies the 19-35th floors of the Odakyu Southern Tower; the lobby is on the 20th floor."
"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
"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."
"Just a three minute walk from the south exit of Shinjuku station, this city hotel makes the most of its convenient location." Full review
"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
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"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
"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.