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InterContinental the Strings Tokyo, an IHG HotelvsThe Westin Tokyo
Both properties are praised by expert reviewers. On balance, The Westin Tokyo scores slightly higher than The Strings by InterContinental Tokyo. The Westin Tokyo is ranked #18 in Tokyo with approval from 11 reviews such as Oyster, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
InterContinental the Strings Tokyo, an IHG Hotel
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service
Oyster
Michelin Guide
Condé Nast Traveler Show All Reviews
2-16-1 Konan, 26-32F Shinagawa East One Tower, Minato, Tokyo Prefecture 108-8282
From $175/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
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 "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 "Beautifully blending modernity with traditional Japanese aesthetics, the Strings is Shinagawa's top-tier hotel." Full review
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 "Located on the 26th floor, this hotel has scenic views of Odaiba Island and Rainbow Bridge."
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 "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
OysterUpscale
"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 "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 "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
The Westin Tokyo Rough Guide Frommer's Fodor's
Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness Time Out Star Service
BlackBook Lonely Planet Oyster Show All Reviews
1-4-1 Mita, Meguro, Tokyo 153-8580
From $253/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "In the Yebisu Garden Place development, this populent hotel is decorated in Art Nouveau style; the spacious rooms have nigh ceilings and plush furnishings."
Frommer's "A black marble floor, neoclassical columns and statuary, huge floral bouquets, and palm trees set this smart-looking hotel apart from other Tokyo hotels -- it would be a perfect fit in Hong Kong." Full review
Fodor's "Size is certainly on a grand scale: the bathrooms are large enough to accommodate families, and suites are huge by Japanese standards." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Westin Tokyo provides European elegance... and a quiet respite in the heart of Tokyo." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A grand, European-style hotel... there are large rooms with faux antique furnishings."
Time Out "Its spacious lobby attempts to recreate the feeling of a European palace... a good view is pretty much guaranteed." Full review
Star Service "Gleaming black and red marble statues, huge floral arrangements and palm trees in the neoclassical lobby announce the level of lushness to expect." Full review
BlackBook "Sleek, modern interiors and gleaming rooms elevate this Ebisu chain in Yebisu Garden Place to high-level status."
Lonely Planet "Rooms here are on the opulent side but tasteful, with a laid-back European panache." Full review
OysterUpscale
"An upscale hotel adjacent to the Yebisu Garden Place, The Westin Tokyo benefits from its close proximity to several museums, as well as quality shopping and restaurants." Full review
