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Palace Hotel TokyovsInterContinental the Strings Tokyo, an IHG Hotel

Both hotels are recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Palace Hotel Tokyo is the choice of most professionals compared to The Strings by InterContinental Tokyo. Palace Hotel Tokyo comes in at 88 with endorsements from 15 reviews including Michelin Guide, Time Out and Afar Magazine.

Palace Hotel Tokyo
8/10
1-1-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo Prefecture 100-0005
From $379/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Rough Guide 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 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 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 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 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 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 Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
82.5
"An iconic sixties hotel buffed by a three-year restoration, in the tony Marunouchi district." Full review
Travel + Leisure 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 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 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
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InterContinental the Strings Tokyo, an IHG Hotel
8/10
2-16-1 Konan, 26-32F Shinagawa East One Tower, Minato, Tokyo Prefecture 108-8282
From $175/night
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  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Rough Guide 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 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 Fodor's
"Beautifully blending modernity with traditional Japanese aesthetics, the Strings is Shinagawa's top-tier hotel." Full review
Lonely Planet 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 DK Eyewitness
"Located on the 26th floor, this hotel has scenic views of Odaiba Island and Rainbow Bridge."
Time Out 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 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
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"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 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 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
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