The Peninsula TokyovsShibuya Granbell hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, The Peninsula Tokyo scores significantly better than Shibuya Granbell hotel. The Peninsula Tokyo has a TripExpert Score of 92 with accolades from 19 reviews such as Jetsetter, Frommer's and Concierge.
The Peninsula Tokyo Show All Reviews
1-8-1 Yurakucho, Chiyoda, Tokyo Prefecture 100-0006
From $319/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"This very swanky new addition to Tokyo's increasingly crowded luxury hotel scene offers an unbeatable location."
Concierge
"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.
Fodor's
"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
Lonely Planet
"One almost gets a feeling of guilty extravagance when sprawling out in the Peninsula’s vast rooms." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Completed in 2008, this highly reputed 24-story hotel is close to the Imperial Palace East Gardens, Hibiya Park, and Tokyo International Forum."
Condé Nast Traveler
"Built of amber Namibian granite, this property garners a pair of perfect scores." Full review
Time Out
"Facing Kokyo Gaien National Garden, and located near Hibiya Park, The Peninsula Tokyo is surrounded by greenery." Full review
Star Service
"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.
BlackBook
"Can't get much better than this Maranouchi local just a stone's throw from Ginza shopping, across from Imperial Palace."
Jetsetter
"Across the street from the Imperial Palace, the Peninsula delivers crisp service and luxe looks." Full review
Shibuya Granbell hotel
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 Telegraph
7.0
"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
Oyster
Upper-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