The Peninsula TokyovsThe Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo
The Peninsula Tokyo and The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo are both highly recommended by professionals. On balance, The Peninsula Tokyo ranks marginally better than The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo. The Peninsula Tokyo has a TripExpert Score of 92 with recommendations from 19 reviews such as Forbes Travel Guide, BlackBook and Departures.
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
The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo Show All Reviews
9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato, Tokyo Prefecture 107-6245
From $421/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"Ultra-luxury... has a more contemporary look than most of the chain's hotels."
Concierge
"The Ritz-Carlton has scored big with its first Tokyo property, located on the top floors of the city's highest building and luxury mall, Tokyo Midtown, in the Roppongi district."
Fodor's
"Installed in the top floors of the 53-story Midtown Tower, the Ritz-Carlton provides Tokyo's most luxurious accommodations squarely in the middle of the city." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Ritz-Carlton's first hotel in Tokyo commandeers the top nine floors of the city's tallest structure, Tokyo Midtown Galleria... not surprisingly, the views are truly awe-inspiring." Full review
Time Out
"The Ritz Carlton Tokyo is situated in Midtown Tower, the tallest building in Tokyo, and the main attraction of the Tokyo Midtown complex." Full review
Star Service
"Soaring above Roppongi in the Tokyo Midtown urban development project, 30 minutes from Tokyo Station via the hotel's Rolls-Royce Phantom...offers Tokyo's largest rooms in Tokyo's tallest building." Full review
Gayot
"Located in Tokyo's Roppongi district, this property is well-situated for business travelers as well as tourists."
Lonely Planet
"Crowning Tokyo Midtown, the Ritz-Carlton literally begins where other hotels leave off." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"Its location means that The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo delivers amazing views." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Rooms and public spaces look onto Mount Fuji, the Imperial Palace, and Tokyo Bay." Full review