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Palace Hotel TokyovsKeio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Palace Hotel Tokyo is preferred by most reviewers compared to Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo. Palace Hotel Tokyo comes in at #9 in Tokyo with endorsements from 15 publications including Time Out, Michelin Guide and Departures.
Palace Hotel Tokyo
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1-1-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo Prefecture 100-0005
From $379/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide "Smaller and a touch less pricey than its rival, the Imperial, this top-end hotel overlooking the palace gardens is another Tokyo institution."
Fodor's "Reopened in 2012 following a full reconstruction, the Palace Hotel has a handsome, refined look that sets the stage for a luxury experience." Full review
Insight Guides "Reopened in 2012 following a massive three-year renovation, the Palace Hotel now has an ambience to match its prime location across the street from the Imperial Palace."
DK Eyewitness "With one of the best hotel locations in Tokyo, this serenely quiet, oldfashioned establishment has spacious rooms offering superb views of the Imperial Palace."
Time Out "Not to be confused with the previous, ’60s-era Palace Hotel, this glistening new development opened in 2012, boasting 290 spacious suites and a fancy spa with views of the Imperial Palace Gardens." Full review
Star Service "Located 700 m west of Tokyo Station, this place is one of the older hotels here, a 1960s commercial property in a prime location facing the eastern moat of the Imperial Palace grounds." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler82.5
"An iconic sixties hotel buffed by a three-year restoration, in the tony Marunouchi district." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Set apart from the city’s skyscrapers... the 290-room Palace Hotel Tokyo stands out not with blatant bling but whispered serenity." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"An iconic fixture on the city’s luxury hotel scene since it first opened its doors in 1961." Full review
Afar Magazine "The hotel was designed to showcase green space and the surrounding skyline, with all guestrooms featuring views of the Imperial Palace gardens and moats." 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
