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The Capitol Hotel TokyuvsHotel Ryumeikan Tokyo
Both hotels are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Capitol Hotel Tokyu is the choice of most reviewers compared to Hotel Ryumeikan Tokyo. The Capitol Hotel Tokyu comes in at #17 in Tokyo with praise from 9 sources such as The Telegraph, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.
The Capitol Hotel Tokyu
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2-10-3 Nagatacho, Chiyoda, Tokyo Prefecture 100-0014
From $338/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "The reception staff is proud of the digs here, although English remains their second language." Full review
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Guest rooms are fresh with amenities such as flat-screen cable TVs, spacious work desks with complimentary high-speed Internet access (although it must be requested in advance so that wireless routers can be put in place), and living areas complete with armchairs and ottomans.
Fodor's "Everything old is new again: the Capitol, once a boxy 29-floor commercial complex designed by architect Kengo Kuma, had a long history that included hosting The Beatles." Full review
Lonely Planet "Neighbours with Japan's Diet as well as the PM's residence and office, this tastefully luxurious hotel exudes power and prestige." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Overlooking the Hie Shrine, one of Tokyo’s most historic Shinto shrines, this Kengo Kuma–designed property is a quiet oasis in central Tokyo." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"It mixes contemporary Japanese-inspired design with five star luxury in a serene green setting in Tokyo’s political district." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"An elegant cocoon of Japanese comfort, The Capitol Hotel Tokyu seems to be a world away from the busy streets of Akasaka surrounding the property." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Unless a pool is mandatory, serious business types will enjoy just how refined this place is." Full review
Michelin Guide "Although located in the city centre, this hotel is surrounded by the verdant scenery of the Hie Jinja Shrine, and the quiet atmosphere makes you forget the hustle and bustle of the city." Full review
Time Out "The hotel has a total of 251 guest rooms (including 13 suites), all of which have at least 45 square metres of space and incorporate traditional Japanese architectural designs." Full review
Lonely Planet "Neighbours with Japan's National Diet as well as the PM's residence and office, this tastefully luxurious hotel exudes power and prestige" Full review
Hotel Ryumeikan Tokyo Fodor's Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Oyster Time Out Michelin Guide The Telegraph
1-3-22 Yaesu, Chuo, Tokyo Prefecture 103-0028
From $94/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
Fodor's "One of the most affordable hotels near Tokyo Station (a mere three-minute walk away), the Ryumeikan is a great option for the business traveler or those making side trips outside the city." Full review
Lonely Planet "Mixing subtle Japanese details with modern design, Ryumeikan strikes the right balance between comfortable amenities, polite service and a winning location close to Tokyo Station." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Set in a terrific location close to the Yaesu exit of Tokyo Station (see p42), this hotel has slightly tatty, Japanese-style rooms."
OysterMid-Range
"Located in the business district of Nihronbashi and two-minute walk to JR Tokyo Station, the mid-range Hotel Ryumeikan Tokyo's is a solid value for the area." Full review
Time Out "A three-minute walk from Tokyo station will bring you to this century-old hotel that still retains its sense of wa (harmony)." Full review
Michelin Guide "Rooms, in traditional Edo purple, retain vestiges of the past and are popular with families and foreign guests for their inn-like feel."
The Telegraph7.0
"A good value family-run establishment with roots dating back over 100 years, mixing traditional Japanese hospitality with modern comforts." Full review
