Tokyo is a sea of high-rise hotels – it makes for some great views over the city, but it’s not so great if you don’t like using lifts/elevators, so here are some hotels where stairs rule, or that have dedicated ground-floor units for you to book.
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Trying to decide where to stay on your Japan trip, or looking for a hotel with a specific feature like lift-free room access, larger spaces, robot check-in staff. Our hotel guides can help you find the perfect spot.
Is a Japanese-Style Hotel Room Right for You?
If you’re thinking about staying in a traditionally styled Japanese room on your trip, it’s important to make sure it’s the right type of room for you. Here are 11 things to consider before you book.
Where to Stay in Hiroshima
Hiroshima is a great place to stay for a few days. Doing so allows you to make the most of the city’s history, enjoy beautiful Miyajima, and maybe even take some day trips. So, where should you base yourself if you do decide to stay a few nights?
The Truth About Kyoto’s New Hotel Tax
‘Kyoto is slapping on a hotel tax of 10,000 yen (US$65) per person, per night,’ say the headlines. But headlines don’t always tell the whole truth – so, here’s what’s really happening to hotel prices in Kyoto.
Japanese Onsen Chain Changes Rules on Tattoos
It can be hard to find an onsen that will allow you to bathe in the public baths if you have tattoos, but things just got a whole lot easier as one major Japanese ryokan onsen chain has changed the rules about bathing in their onsens when inked. Here’s what you need to know.
16 Hotels in Tokyo That Sleep 4 – or More
Hotels in Japan are generally quite small, as are the beds. This means that if you’re travelling as a larger family, you might find it harder to find rooms that can fit you all in – but here are 16 suggestions in Tokyo to try.
8 New Hotels to Try in Tokyo in 2025
There’s nothing like staying in a shiny new hotel – and Tokyo currently has lots of them. From old favourites with a modern makeover to totally new options, here are eight new hotels to add to your list of places to stay in 2025. Image: From ANA Press Release 1. Yotel Ginza Located: Ginza, 33 … Read more
Top Tips for Staying in Tokyo Bay
Located on the far west of Tokyo, the Tokyo Bay resort area is surrounded by sea, has some large, family-friendly hotels, some of which have pools, and it’s right by the Tokyo Disney Parks, but if you do stay here, what can you do, where is there to eat – and, what are the best hotels to stay in? Find out here…